Send us a Text Message.Return to Brookmere is an Instagram and YouTube channel hosted by Daniel Estes, the eldest son acclaimed author, Rose Estes. Rose was the creator of the Endless Quest series put out by TSR - a selection of fantasy based stories where the reader chooses which path to follow. But Rose contributed much more than those. And while Daniel didn't pay much attention when these books were being written, he's seeing a whole new world as he shares these with his listeners.Daniel i...

Send us a Text Message.So... Um... why does the creator of the Forgotten Realms still work at a Library?? Let’s find out. And along the way, we talk about the D&D movie, success and prioritization ? What does it mean to be a decent human being? The benefits of creativity, and the importance of living our lives – and writing our stories. We pick up where we left off – with Ed musing, matter-of-fact, on how many more novels he can write before he dies... Support the Show.A Ro...

Send us a Text Message.Part 2 of my interview with the Ed Greenwood! Creator of the Forgotten Realms D&D setting, Ed is a prolific author and creator. The Patron Saint of RPGs. If you're already a fan, you know Elminster, the "unreliable narrator", chosen of Mystra, goddess of magic. But who was Elminster before D&D?Listen as Ed shares a bit of the history behind Elminster's role in the Realms, and random bits of his own story. Hear Ed's thoughts on creativity, the importa...

Send us a Text Message.Ed Greenwood is the creator of the Forgotten Realms, a prolific author, game designer, and the Patron Saint of RPGs. A glimpse into the influences that shaped this master storyteller. "Life is a series of moral choices."As we explore the theme of "Who are you?," listen as Ed brings memorable people and unusual events from his early years to life! Grist for the mill as they say. There will be stories! And boy, are there stories!Stories, sage advice, the joy of ...

Send us a Text Message.An informal sit-down with Patchcloak Adam. A man of many talents, voices, and stories! I know Adam for his voice acting and story telling at my local D&D table. Join me as I learn about why he knows how to talk into a microphone correctly, how he got into D&D, and the story he will one day tell. Stick around to the end when I 'open the floor' to other players from our table. Adam on stand up - and some cool stories from film school. Thanks Adam!!This is No...

Send us a Text Message.Dice are a thing. They really are. And they are the thing at Dragonheart Dice. Listen as Cher takes me through the evolution of her dice shop. From it's humble beginnings to its continuous growth. Something about this shop pulls players in from all over - and there's always something new for even the most distinguished buyer.Ah, but where does this passion for dice come from??What are people looking for?What was in the Advent Calendar?On a different note... ...

Send us a Text Message.Tomekeeper and Lead DM for Six Sides of Gaming, Devin Wilson says exactly what I needed to hear... On taking steps and keeping going, and running games, well, for everyone! What goes into planning a game for the players at the table? Especially when the players are people such as Ed Greenwood, Keith Baker, Elisa Teague, and Luke Gygax?Hear what Devin has to say about following the opportunities that are presented to you, planning a game for celebrities, odd histori...