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RPG veteran Owen K.C. Stephens shares memories and wisdom from his long career as a TTRPG freelancer.

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February 18 2025

D&D Monster Manual (2025)

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Revised 2025 Monster Manual.
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July 8 2025

Dragon Delves

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A book of 10 dragon-themed adventures.
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August 1 2025

Companions Compendium

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Pets and companions for your Level Up characters!
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August 19 2025

Eberron: Forge of the Artificer

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Companion book to Eberron: Rising From The Last War
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September 16 2025

Heroes of the Borderlands

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New D&D starter set.
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November 1 2025

Forgotten Realms Player Guide

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First 5E player's guide for the setting.
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Forgotten Realms Adventure Guide

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DM’s book digs into different parts of the Realms.
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From the Freelancing Frontline

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Owen KC Stephens' Tabletop RPG Truths #4

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Jul 4, 2020

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Owen Stephens Continues 'Real Game Industry' Posts #3

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Jun 14, 2020

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Owen KC Stephens' Tabletop RPG Truths #2

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Jun 8, 2020

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Owen KC Stephens' Tabletop RPG Truths #1

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Jan 14, 2020

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From the Freelancing Frontline: Struggling For Experience

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Dec 16, 2019

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From the Freelancing Frontline – Meeting Giants

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Nov 18, 2019

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From the Freelancing Frontline – From Hobby to Career

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Oct 24, 2019

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From the Freelancing Frontline: The Beginning

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