LitRPG Reads: RPG + DnD + Books = LitRPG

DnD LitRPG: A Synergy of Storytelling and Tabletop RPG

In the vast realm of fantasy and adventure, two mediums stand out for their unique approach to storytelling: Literary Role-Playing Games (LitRPG) and Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs). While LitRPG, a genre where narratives intertwine with game mechanics, captivates readers with its blend …

DND 5e First Level Abjuration Spells Gallery with DALLE3 Prompts

by Paul Bellow

Abjuration magic in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition (D&D 5e) serves as the protective school, a bastion of defensive and warding spells that allow spellcasters to shield themselves and their allies from harm, dispel hostile magic, and create barriers that keep enemies …

10 Reasons To Play Card Games Everyday

by Kenny Kings

Card playing, an age-old pastime, delivers not just joy and relaxation but an engaging means to forge bonds with loved ones. Whether it’s solitaire on a rainy afternoon or a spirited round of poker with friends, a deck of cards opens a …

Best Common DnD weapons for 5e and Beyond

by Rich Hunterson

In the realm of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), the clang of sword against shield and the whisper of an arrow in flight are the heartbeat of adventure. Weapons are more than mere tools; they are the companions of heroes, the enforcers of …

Best VTT 2023: Top Virtual Tabletop Software for DnD

by Ken Chan

Best VTT in 2023? We have the answer… and some bonuses you’ll want to read! With the roll of a digital die and the click of a mouse, Dungeons and Dragons players around the globe have embraced the world of virtual tabletops …

New DnD Character Creator with DALLE3 and ChatGPT

by Paul Bellow

Paul Bellow here, coming to you with some exciting updates from the LitRPG Adventures workshop! I’ve been up burning the midnight oil, tinkering away at our new backstory generator. Although it’s not ready for its grand debut just yet, the new developments …

Goliath 5e Race Ultimate DnD Guide for 2023

by Kathy Stone

In the sprawling realms of Dungeons & Dragons, a tapestry of races weave their legends into the lore of countless worlds. Among them stand the Goliaths—stoic, towering giants who stride across the rocky precipices and snow-capped peaks of the highest mountains. Often …

Online Games That’ll Teach You Necessary Skills

by Ajay Patel

When was the last time you sat down online and played some great games? Most people try not to do that, especially if they have kids. But it’s become one of the biggest ways to wind down in a world where the …

What is LitRPG Reads?

Simply put, LitRPG stories take place in a game (or gamelike) world with rpg-style progression. Basically, an RPG in narrative format. RPG + Books = LitRPG! The term LitRPG was originally coined by three Russian authors back around 2010. I cover a lot of Dungeons & Dragons and Tabletop RPG content here too!

About LitRPG Reads

Paul Bellow is a LitRPG author, decades-long gamer, RPG game developer, and publisher of several online communities. In other words, an old school webmaster.

He also developed and runs LitRPG Adventures, a set of advanced RPG generators powered by GPT-3 AI. Here at LitRPG Reads, he publishes articles about LitRPG books, tabletop RPG books, and all sorts of DND content that's free to use in your personal tabletop campaign - i.e. non-commercial use.

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