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D&D Short Stories: Tales of the Tavern

Chris Thornton ()

Subgenre
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age13

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageModerate

Trigger warnings

ViolenceAlcohol Abuse

Protagonist archetypes

Ensemble CastMultiple POVs

Synopsis

Step inside the tavern… where every table holds a story. From roaring laughter to whispered conspiracies, Tales of the Tavern is a rich collection of immersive Dungeons & Dragons-inspired short stories that capture the spirit of adventure, chaos, and camaraderie found at the heart of every fantasy world. These are not polished legends told by kings and scholars. These are the stories told over ale-stained tables. The kind you overhear when the fire burns low. The kind that pull you into the adventure before you even realise it has begun. Inside this collection, you’ll discover: Rogues with quick hands and quicker tongues Warriors haunted by battles they rarely speak of Mages who walk the thin line between brilliance and disaster Tavern brawls, daring heists, strange encounters, and unexpected friendships Moments of triumph, failure, humour, and danger woven into every tale Perfect for: Fans of Dungeons & Dragons and tabletop RPGs Lovers of fantasy short stories and episodic adventures Readers who enjoy character-driven tales with humour and grit Dungeon Masters looking for inspiration, encounters, and NPC ideas Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or stepping into your first tavern, this collection delivers bite-sized stories filled with heart, humour, and the unpredictable magic of roleplaying worlds.

Is D&D Short Stories: Tales of the Tavern appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

A D&D-inspired anthology with tavern brawls, roguish heists, and magical mishaps. Expect moderate fantasy violence and likely some drinking references, but no sexual content.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include alcohol abuse and violence.

Who'll love this

Teens who love D&D will enjoy these bite-sized adventures featuring rogues, warriors, and mages in classic tavern tales.

Tags

AnthologyTabletop Rpg InspiredEpisodic FictionCharacter-Driven