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BUILD BETTER WORLDS-TOGETHER!¿ A
game-changing TTRPG guide to
collaborative storytelling and
campaign creation¿ Written by
Jonah Fishel and
Tristan Fishel, bestselling creators of
The Game Master's Handbook of Proactive Roleplaying¿ Perfect for
Dungeon Masters who want
deeper, more
meaningful storytellingThe Game Master's Handbook of Collaborative Campaign Design redefines what it means to run a
Dungeons & Dragons campaign. Instead of relying on
stat blocks or
pre-written modules, this
essential roleplaying guide teaches
Game Masters how to
co-create immersive stories with their players-
building worlds,
character arcs, and
emotional payoffs that everyone invests in.
Inside, you'll find
step-by-step methods for
planning,
writing, and
running collaborative campaigns that adapt to your
players' ideas in real time. Learn how to
build narrative arcs that evolve organically,
write satisfying endings, and
design encounters that fit your
world's tone and themes.
With
detailed case studies,
ready-to-use templates, and
"Session 1" collaboration exercises, this
tabletop RPG handbook helps you
master the art of shared storytelling. Whether you're running
D&D 5e,
Pathfinder, or a
homebrew RPG, this is the
ultimate toolkit for crafting
adventures your players will remember for years.
About the author
Jonah Fishel has been playing TTRPGs for nearly twenty years, and has game mastered more than his fair share of campaigns. He is the co-author of the bestselling book
The Game Master's Handbook of Proactive Roleplaying. Away from the gaming table, Jonah is a learning differences tutor. He lives in Charlottesville, Virginia with his wife, daughter, and dog.
Tristan Fishel is the co-author of
The Game Master's Handbook of Proactive Roleplaying, among other TTRPG products. He's been playing TTRPGs for only slightly less time than his brother, with whom he runs The Game Master's Laboratory, an online school for game masters. In his spare time, Tristan enjoys running home games for his friends, writing fiction, and serving as a devoted caretaker to his beloved cat, Cupcake. Tristan lives in Newport News, Virginia.
