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Join Us for the Launch of Roderick’s Perilous Journey

Stories are strange things. You spend months—sometimes years—building worlds in silence, arguing with outlines at two in the morning, chasing ideas that arrive at inconvenient times, and occasionally staring at dragons on your desk wondering why this became your life.

And then one day those stories exist in physical space, sitting on tables where actual people can pick them up and carry them home.

On May 17, starting at noon, Megan and I will be at Plus Ultra Coffee inside Bradley Square Mall in Cleveland, Tennessee, and we’ll be there until closing.

Megan will have the complete (to this point at least since there’s one more coming) Wings of Wisdom series available in hardcover, including the newest installment, Roderick’s Perilous Journey. And honestly? It may be my favorite one yet.

We’ll also have:
🐉 3D-printed dragons from the series
📖 Bookmarks
☕ Coffee and whatever experiments Roy has unleashed in the test kitchen lately

As for me, I’ll have all five volumes of the Realms Unwritten prompt books available as well. Those books were built for people who love storytelling in all its forms—writers actively working on projects, people trying to get unstuck creatively, or readers who occasionally think, “You know… I kind of want to make something.”

Mostly, though, I’m looking forward to conversations. One of the best parts of these events is meeting fellow storytellers, fantasy readers, mythology nerds, aspiring writers, dragon enthusiasts, and wonderfully creative people who wander in because they saw a dragon on a table and got curious.

That’s usually how the best conversations start anyway.

Also worth noting: ⚔️ One Piece Day is coming to Plus Ultra Coffee on July 18, and if you know me at all, you already know I’m excited for that.

If you’re nearby, come spend part of the afternoon with us. Bring questions, favorite stories, writing ideas, or just your curiosity.

Big Things Brewing in the Realms Unwritten (and You’re Invited to the Adventure)

Hello, friends—
D.B. Hopson here. 👋

If you’ve been wandering the edges of the Realms Unwritten lately and felt that familiar hum in the air, you’re not imagining things. A lot is happening behind the curtain.

The Realms Unwritten writing prompt book series is very much alive, caffeinated, and plotting its next moves. I’m happy (and a little giddy) to say that at least two more books are already outlined and headed toward publication in the near future. One of them? Well… take a good look at the featured image on this post. Consider it a clue, a whisper, a breadcrumb trail left deliberately on the path. The other book, however, is going to remain a surprise—because sometimes the best magic happens when you don’t see it coming.

What I can tell you is that these books continue to be built with writers in mind—all writers. Not just the neat ones, the confident ones, or the ones who color inside the margins.

Which brings me to something I’m particularly excited about.

While the Realms Unwritten books are currently formatted in the standard layout—image on the left page, journal space on the right—every single one of these prompt books can and will be reformatted for left-handed individuals. For my left-handed maestros, the layout will be flipped to make the experience smoother, less smudgy, and a whole lot more comfortable. That makes these books a solid choice for teachers, parents, and mentors looking to put creative tools into the hands of their favorite left-handed hoodlums and encourage them to explore their writing side without fighting the page.

And now for some very real-world magic.

🗓 The Realms Unwritten books will be available for purchase at the Pokémon Day Mini Con on March 1st at Bradley Square Mall in Cleveland, Tennessee.

The event is partially hosted by our good friend Roy from Plus Ultra Coffee Café, and if you’ve never crossed paths with Roy, you are genuinely missing out. He runs incredible programs, brews truly excellent drinks, and—this is important—the pastries his mum makes are to die for. (Please do not actually die. We’d miss you. And it would make things awkward.)

If you’re anywhere near Cleveland, TN, I’d love for you to come out, say hello, grab a book, and chat about writing, worlds, and whatever strange ideas you’ve been quietly nurturing. Supporting local creators, local cafés, and local events keeps the realms—written and unwritten—alive.

So yes. Big things are coming. More prompts. More worlds. More doors waiting to be opened.

I hope you’ll walk through a few of them with me.

— D.B. Hopson

Discover the Magic: Updated Children’s Fantasy Books for the Holidays

There’s something truly magical about holding a newly updated edition of a beloved story—especially during the holiday season. I’m thrilled to share that all second editions of my children’s fantasy books are now available, expanded, refined, and brimming with fresh surprises for readers of all ages.

Whether you’re building a holiday gift stack or refreshing your family’s bedtime rotation, these new editions arrive at the perfect moment to spark imagination and wonder.

📚 What’s New in the Second Editions?

Each book has been lovingly enhanced to offer an even richer storytelling experience. Here’s what you can look forward to:

🖼️ More Art, More Magic

The new editions feature additional illustrations, breathing fresh life into scenes, characters, and creatures. These pieces deepen the visual storytelling and make page-turning even more enchanting.

✨ Expanded Stories

Every book now includes extra story content—extended scenes, added lore, and new moments of heart and adventure. Whether you’re revisiting these worlds or discovering them for the first time, you’ll find more depth and more delight woven through every chapter.

🌙 A Note on Print Style: From Large Print to Standard Print

The first editions were intentionally printed in large print, designed to support cozy bedtime reading—especially when lights are low or little eyes are sleepy.

The second editions, while beautifully formatted and easy to read, are not printed in large print. Even so, they remain absolutely suitable for bedtime routines. The formatting is clean, the layout is comfortable, and the storytelling still invites quiet moments and soft endings to busy days.

If you enjoyed the readability of the first editions, rest assured: these updated editions retain their bedtime-friendly charm while offering a more polished, traditionally styled presentation.

🎁 Perfect for Holiday Giving

With expanded stories, enhanced artwork, and a fresh cover-to-cover experience, the second editions make wonderful gifts for young readers, nostalgic adults, teachers, and fantasy lovers alike.

There’s no better time to bring a little more magic into someone’s December.

Here’s to stories that grow alongside us—and to the joy of sharing them during the most enchanting season of the year.

📣 Side Note for Local Readers

If you’re in the Tri-State area, don’t forget to stop by the Bradley Square Mall on December 14 for the book signing event at Plus Ultra Coffee, starting at noon. There will be free giveaways, opportunities to get your books personally signed, and even a few fun surprises waiting to be revealed. Come join the celebration and make a magical afternoon of it!