Explore the Wings of Wisdom Series: Book Release Event

There’s something very surreal about realizing the little dragon stories that started in my imagination are now five books deep… and on May 17, I get to spend an entire afternoon surrounded by people who love stories as much as I do. ❤️

Starting at noon, we’ll be at Plus Ultra Coffee inside Bradley Square Mall in Cleveland, Tennessee, and we’ll be there all the way until closing!

I’ll have the full Wings of Wisdom series available in hardcover, including the newest release, Roderick’s Perilous Journey — a story inspired by Welsh mythology, Russian folklore, and one dragon’s determination to save someone he refuses to leave behind.

We’ll also have:
🐉 3D printed dragons from each story
📚 Bookmarks
✨ Plenty of time to talk books, dragons, folklore, and storytelling

And one of the things I’m most excited about is getting to share the space with my husband and my best friend, D.B. Hopson, who will also have all five of his Realms Unwritten writing prompt books available throughout the event.

Honestly, one of my favorite parts of events like these is meeting people who are passionate about stories—whether you grew up loving dragons, write stories yourself, or just enjoy wandering into strange new worlds for a while.

Plus Ultra Coffee is also working on some new drinks behind the scenes, so there may be a few surprises waiting there too. ☕️

And if you’re already planning ahead: ⚔️ One Piece Day is coming to Plus Ultra on July 18!

We’d love to meet new readers, writers, fellow nerds, fantasy lovers, and future friends. Come spend the afternoon with us.

Join Us for Pokémon Day and Book Launch News

There’s a special kind of excitement that builds when a story you love is about to spread its wings again — and we are absolutely thrilled to share that the fifth installment in the Wings of Wisdom series is on the horizon!

✨ Roderick’s Perilous Journey Is Coming Soon!

The upcoming fifth book in the beloved series, Roderick’s Perilous Journey by M. M. Elmendorf Hopson, featuring breathtaking illustrations by Leo Chen, is nearing completion — and we cannot wait to place it into the hands of young readers and families.

Roderick’s next adventure promises heart, courage, challenge, and the kind of wisdom that has made this series such a meaningful experience for readers. With Leo Chen’s luminous artwork bringing every page to life, this newest chapter will carry forward the warmth and wonder that defines Wings of Wisdom.

While we had hoped to debut it at this year’s Pokémon Day celebration, it won’t quite be ready for launch by this Sunday’s event. But the wait will be short! The book is expected to release soon after — and we encourage everyone who’s eager to follow Roderick’s next great adventure to keep an eye on the Ford Mountain Publishing website and social media channels for the official release announcement.

Trust us — you won’t want to miss it.

🎉 Join Us at Pokémon Day – March 1st!

Even though Roderick’s Perilous Journey won’t make its first appearance just yet, there will be plenty to discover at the Bradley Square Mall in Cleveland, Tennessee this Sunday, March 1st!

🕚 Booth Hours: NOON – 5:00 PM

Here’s what you’ll find at the Ford Mountain Publishing booth:

📚 The exciting Realms Unwritten series by D. B. Hopson
📖 Newly released 2nd editions of the first four Wings of Wisdom books
🔖 Brand-new bookmarks
🎨 Fun coloring options for young readers

Every purchase comes with a free bookmark, and visitors will also have the opportunity to receive signed copies of their books — a wonderful keepsake for readers and collectors alike.

A whimsical illustration of a smiling dragon holding a bouquet of flowers, set against a scenic landscape with mountains and a pagoda. The text reads 'Everyone Can Change.' and 'Ford Mountain Publishing.'

A black and white illustration featuring a warrior resting beside a dragon in a mountainous landscape, with text that reads 'Even warriors need rest between battles.' and 'Where legends rest.'

We love connecting with our readers in person, sharing stories, and celebrating imagination together. Pokémon Day at Bradley Square Mall is always a lively, joyful event, and we’re looking forward to seeing familiar faces and meeting new friends.

The wings are spreading… the journey is beginning… and Roderick’s most perilous adventure yet is almost here.

Stay tuned — and we’ll see you Sunday! 🕊️✨

Behind the Scenes at Ford Mountain Publishing

A Quiet Season Isn’t an Idle One

If I’ve seemed a little quiet lately, I promise it isn’t because things have slowed down at Ford Mountain Publishing. Quite the opposite, in fact. There’s been a great deal happening behind the scenes—much of it the steady, unglamorous, exciting work of building something grassroots and stubbornly in-house (because apparently, we like the challenge of learning new skills).

A Virtual Summit for Romance Authors

One exciting update: I just finished recording my presentation for an upcoming virtual summit for romance authors that will be broadcast in May. I’m truly looking forward to sharing more details soon. It’s always a privilege to speak into the craft and business of storytelling—especially within a genre that continues to evolve and expand in beautiful ways. Keep an eye out for more information as we get closer to the broadcast date.

New Resources for Writers

Behind the curtain, I’ve also been hard at work writing a series of articles and companion workbooks that will be published here on the website. My heart has always been to encourage and equip authors—whether you’re just beginning or you’ve been honing your craft for years. These resources are designed to help you sharpen specific aspects of storytelling, structure, voice, and sustainability in the creative life.

There have also been updates to the website itself. If you notice small changes here and there, that’s because we’re continuously learning, adjusting, and improving. Running an independent publishing company means wearing a lot of hats—and we’re determined to learn the skills rather than outsource them whenever possible. It’s a learning curve, but it’s one we embrace.

Wings of Wisdom Update

For those waiting on the next book in the Wings of Wisdom series: thank you for your patience. The incredibly talented artist commissioned for the cover recently reported that he is just about finished. Real life presented some unexpected challenges on his end, which delayed publication—but the book should be available within the next few months. I’m so excited to finally bring this installment into your hands.

We also now have hardcover copies of the second editions of the first four books in the series, and I can’t wait for readers to see them in person.

Celebrating D.B. Hopson’s New Releases

On the home front, I’m delighted to celebrate the recent publication of the first three writing prompt books in The Realms Unwritten series by my husband, D.B. Hopson. Watching these projects move from concept to finished books has been such a joy. His passion for helping writers generate ideas and step boldly into new worlds shines through every page.

He’ll be joining me with his books at the Pokémon Day Mini Con outside Plus Ultra Coffee on March 1st at Bradley Square Mall in Cleveland, TN. I always love working with Roy, the owner of Plus Ultra Coffee—he’s been such a wonderful supporter of local creatives. We’re looking forward to seeing familiar faces and making new friends at the event.

We’ll have:

New Ford Mountain Publishing merchandise
Hardcover editions of the Wings of Wisdom second editions
D.B. Hopson’s Realms Unwritten books
And possibly… a surprise book release (still debating whether that launch will happen at the event!)

If you’re local, I would absolutely love for you to come out and say hello.

Stay Connected

If you’d like more behind-the-scenes updates, early announcements, and exclusive content, I encourage you to subscribe to the Ford Mountain Publishing newsletter. That’s where I tend to share the details I don’t always post publicly.

And as always—keep your eyes open for opportunities to tell stories. They’re everywhere. Sometimes they’re hidden in the quiet seasons, growing roots before they bloom.

Thank you for being part of this journey. There is so much more to come.

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The Next Chapter of Realms Unwritten Goes Sci-fi!

There are stories that look forward—and stories that remember.

The upcoming installment of Realms Unwritten, written and arranged by D. B. Hopson, does both. This new chapter of the writing prompt book series boldly steps into science fiction, drawing deep inspiration from the classic pulp sci-fi illustrations of the golden age—the kind that once graced dog-eared paperbacks and sparked entire lifetimes of imagination.

This is a book created for readers who love the crackle of possibility, the hum of distant cities, and the thrill of explorers standing at the edge of the unknown.

A Vision of the Future, Painted in Nostalgia

Towering megacities bathed in alien light. Civilizations stacked upon centuries of ambition. This installment embraces science fiction as spectacle, echoing the grand, awe-struck illustrations that defined peak pulp sci-fi—where every skyline promised danger, wonder, and discovery.

Yet this is not nostalgia for nostalgia’s sake. These images and ideas are re-imagined through a modern lens, blending classic wonder with contemporary storytelling depth.

Conflict, Courage, and the Human Cost of the Future

At its core, Realms Unwritten remains deeply human.

This new science-fiction chapter explores conflict not just as spectacle, but as consequence—where technology amplifies courage, fear, sacrifice, and resolve. Inspired by the bold visual language of classic sci-fi war art, these moments remind us that no matter how advanced the future becomes, the stakes are always personal.

Exploration, Wonder, and the Call Beyond the Horizon

Explorers. Dreamers. Those who step forward when the world ends—or begins.

This installment captures the spirit of classic sci-fi exploration: the quiet moments of discovery, the lush unknown worlds, and the sense that humanity’s greatest stories are written when we dare to leave home behind.

If you grew up loving painted space helmets, impossible landscapes, and stories that promised tomorrow could be stranger—and better—this book is written with you in mind.

📚 Where to Find the Book

The next installment of Realms Unwritten will be available through:

Whether you’re a lifelong science fiction reader, a writer who loves the roots of the genre, or someone discovering pulp-inspired sci-fi for the first time, this is a release worth celebrating.

✨ Help Spread the Word

If you love science fiction, writing, or the timeless magic of illustrated futures, please consider sharing this announcement with friends, fellow writers, and readers who still believe stories can transport us beyond the stars.

The realms are unwritten—but not for long.