The Gaming Librarian
A Sage Mage of ALA’s GameRT. Librarian with diverse experience in public and academic libraries. I am now working for the Indiana State Library and living in Southern IN.
- I am definitely looking into this after the holidays!
- Commodity speculation in Soda Jerk! Exploring how Soda Jerk by Chris Yi uses hidden information, stock manipulation, and influence vs. control in a game about combining soda flavors. Also, a reminder to complete the reader survey! www.skeletoncodemachine.com/p/soda-jerk #boardgames #ttrpg 🎲✂️
- Great #IGM2025 call out. Thanks @junkfoodgames.bsky.social
- November I did a Solo Journaling Games workshop at @dczinefest.bsky.social with @stickydoodler.bsky.social and @bigpuffingames.bsky.social ! Was honored to have participated in this! I donated games to 13 libraries for IGM 2025! I participated in a panel on self-publishing with @breakmygame.com !
- Look what I just saw…
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianI made a TTRPG about a holiday train! Explore each train car to see what new space-time defying mischief awaits for some quick, zero prep, system agnostic fun for the holidays. ttrpgkids.itch.io/the-winter-wonder-e…
- First table at my local Books-a-Million
- But the Daggerheart only had 3 copies left…
- @chaosium.bsky.social and @wotc-news.bsky.social will find their games on the 2026 #platy classics list
- We are happy to announce this year's winners of the #platys, recognizing the best games for library collections and programming. The Platinum Play Award goes to games released in the past 2 - 10 years while the Hall of Fame recognizes games released over 10 years ago. www.ala.org/news/2025/11...
- @fortcircle.bsky.social @alderaceg.bsky.social @montecookgames.com will recognize their games on the 2025 #platy list.
- We are happy to announce this year's winners of the #platys, recognizing the best games for library collections and programming. The Platinum Play Award goes to games released in the past 2 - 10 years while the Hall of Fame recognizes games released over 10 years ago. www.ala.org/news/2025/11...
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianHappy Tuesday folks! It feels like I've been working on this forever, but I am pleased to announce that The Wandering Library: Expanded Edition is now available for purchase! ✨ Once again, a huge thank you to everyone who has supported and encouraged me throughout this! 💚
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianToday (December 1, 2025) only! Take advantage of the Cyber Monday sale in the ALA gift shop to stock up on GameRT merch including shirts, stickers, and everyone's favorite- tote bags. www.librarygiftshop.org/gamert
- Game publishers we need your help: @rollforcombat.bsky.social @mythworks.bsky.social @darringtonpress.bsky.social @paizo.com @explodingkittens.bsky.social @looneylabs.bsky.social @restorationgames.bsky.social @theop.games
- If you are a games publisher, developer or designer, please fill out this survey. We’d like to know more about what you are looking for in a partnership. bit.ly/GameRT2025Pu...
- Calling all game designers. We need your help: @stickydoodler.bsky.social @almostbedtime.bsky.social @ttrpgkids.com @tokengaymer.bsky.social @senfoonglim.bsky.social @exeunt.press
- If you are a games publisher, developer or designer, please fill out this survey. We’d like to know more about what you are looking for in a partnership. bit.ly/GameRT2025Pu...
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianReminder: GNCRT is accepting volunteer applications for our LIsts, Awards & Juries, serving from Jan 1- Dec30, 2026. Visit the GNCRT Get Involved Page for more information. www.ala.org/gncrt/ge... Submit your application: www.ala.org/rt/gncrt...
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianGameRT is looking for presenters for its one day mini conference to be held on March 20th, 2026. The conference will be virtual and free. This year's theme is "Gaming outside the box" Proposals are due on January 12, 2026. games.ala.org/call-for-pro...
- For anyone who missed it John from @exeunt.press gave a wonderful webinar for the Indiana State Library. Here is the link to the recording from last week for any who missed this: youtu.be/Pg-kmNb0b5o?...
- Wish I could be there. Enjoy!
- Indie TTRPG self-publisher meetup hosted by @ttrpgkids.com happening Sunday at PAXU in a couple weeks. Could be a fun time, and I hope to be there! 👀 #ttrpg #selfpublish #paxu #paxunplugged
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianJust dropped a bunch of games in the mail that are going out to libraries for this year's International Games Month that is organized by the @alagamert.bsky.social !
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianWe launched For The People in early 2023 as a time limited 5 year volunteer run grassroots national intervention. If you are interested in learning more about our work, you can find it on our website: www.librariesforthepeople.org - the work of our formation will likely sunset at the start of 2028.
- Our sponsors will receive their contact lists next week and start sending libraries digital games, codes, and more! #IGM25
- With a gif, a movie you’ve seen more than 7 times
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianAs SNAP benefits freeze, here’s where to find food and donate in Louisville and Southern Indiana
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianHaving fun teaching people about solo journaling games at DC Zinefest with Designed in the DMV. #zine #SoloJournaling #DitDMV
- Happy first day of International Games Month! #IGM25 and Game Store Day! @alagamert.bsky.social and @gamaofficial.bsky.social wish all gamers a joyous day and month.
- Reposted by The Gaming Librariandemocrats of all stripes should be rallying around kat abughazaleh asap. it doesnt matter where you stand ideologically. trying to jail dissenters is fundamentally unamerican and 100% fascist. democratic leaders at all levels should be making noise about it. you dont need a poll or focus group.
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianCheck out the latest post on GameRT's blog: "Making D&D Inclusive for those with ADHD" by Tylar and Haley games.ala.org/october-is-a...
- Reposted by The Gaming Librarian#IGM25 @rrookstudio.bsky.social is the ENnie-award winning writer of literary-inspired rpgs including Moonlight on Roseville Beach and Barrow Keep. He is offering discount codes to his store and free downloadable copies of the game Sherwood to libraries who sign up by November. Thanks, Richard!
- Reposted by The Gaming Librarian#IGM25 @dinoberrypress.bsky.social make games that foster creativity. While they make games for varying ages, GameRT members love running Dinocar for school age audiences. They are offering 30% off discount codes to their store (which is automatically tax-exempt!) Thanks, Nevyn & Jam!
- Reposted by The Gaming Librarian#IGM25 For our non-US libraries, @threesailsstudios.bsky.social is a UK-based game studio inspired by real cultures and histories. They are offering discount codes for their game Mappa Mundi, a collaborative ttrpg about exploring a world recovering from ecological disaster and cultural isolation.
- Really great thread about reviews & previews of boardgames and how to match with a content creator.
- @rollforcombat.bsky.social has sponsored the past three years and have been great to work with. #IGM25
- #IGM25 Don’t think GameRT limits ourselves to Dungeons & Dragons! @rollforcombat.bsky.social is an actual play podcast set in Paizo’s Starfinder & Pathfinder role-playing universe and a sponsor of IGM this year. They are offering 50% off discount codes for their store. Thanks, Stephen!
- Some really good content in the day 2 presentations.
- Day 2 of my students' presentations from the #TTRPG class @ucmerced.bsky.social Do enjoy these insights into #RPG
- Great thread from a professor on his student’s work on #TTRPGs
- That time of the semester where my students in the #TTRPG course @ucmerced.bsky.social do their presentations on a game, individual, or company involved in the creation/advocacy/support of #RPG (this @voiceofobrien.bsky.social gif is the vibe I need)
- Reposted by The Gaming Librarian#IGM25 @thirdvaultyarns.com is writing games that explore challenging themes, to help people envision kinder worlds, radicalize people to push for change and make a difference! They are offering both print and digital copies of their game, Universe At Your Door: The Traveller. Thanks, Lola!
- Love the call out to donating to libraries
- Reposted by The Gaming Librarian#IGM25 @restorationgames.bsky.social are self described board game necromancers- they take vintage and out of print games, update them for more accessible play, and re-release them to the world. They are offering a 50% discount code for their store, with free shipping to participating libraries.
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianThis week, my post for the American Library Association's Games & Gaming Round Table site went live! If you want to support the org, check out their IGM event, helping libraries stock games. Send your own or back the library donation tier on the latest TTRPGkids project! tinyurl.com/e5z46y28
- Reposted by The Gaming Librarian#IGM25 @plusoneexp.bsky.social is a brand that multiclasses in game design and content creation within the indie ttrpg community. Plus One has donated 30 copies of their game Down We Go, a minimalist OSR RPG, and offered discount codes for their store to libraries registered for IGM.
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianWorking on game programs to host at your library during IGM? Check out this post about a library hosting a game jam: games.ala.org/library-igm-...
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianI’ll tell you, nothing gets me as PUMPED as getting an email from a librarian asking for digital assets for Perils & Princesses and permission to use the artwork for the library. YES! Whatever you need! 👑
- Reposted by The Gaming Librarian#IGM25 @lymerpg.bsky.social is the writing and game design of Lyme, who really likes orcs, fantasy, and talking about TTRPGs. He is offering both print and downloadable copies of his game, Dawn of the Orcs, an Ennie-nominated GMless dark fantasy game to libraries registered for IGM. Thanks, Lyme!
- Really nice explanation from a non librarian.
- Help libraries add your indie TTRPG to their collection: www.skeletoncodemachine.com/p/game-catal... #ttrpg #libraries #publiclibraries #gamedesign 🎲✂️
- Reposted by The Gaming Librarian#IGM25 The Op Games publishes board games that are well loved classics as well as games that are sure to become classics with new generations. @theop.games are providing copies of their games- including Telestrations, Hues & Clues, Tapple, and more- to up to 500 libraries in the US. Thanks!
- Reposted by The Gaming Librarian#IGM25 @tenacregames.bsky.social is a studio known for building immersive worlds, entertaining games, exciting adventures, and creative modules. They are providing digital copies of their games including Penguin Tale, Corporate Onboarding, and Hard Sell, as well as discount codes for their store.
- Vinny is such a bad player, and Morgan isn’t much better. #bb27
- This whole dang house is terrible… why can’t they think for themselves. #bb27
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianAs someone who once produced educational video games about civics, I'm excited to see analog games catch on, especially as the classroom becomes increasingly digital. Also: wonderful to see DMV luminaries @downtowntbrown.bsky.social and @sebastianbae.bsky.social featured!
- Reposted by The Gaming Librarian#IGM25 Hatchling Games makes accessible games rooted in Deaf culture. @hatchlingdm.itch.io has donated 50 copies of their award winning game Inspirisles, which has both ASL and BSL embedded in the mechanics. Thanks, Kathryn & Rich!
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianI looked at the Connect thread. I wish people would stop using 'politically neutral' and 'non-partisan' interchangeably. There are reasons for the leader of a member driven nonprofit to act and present in a non-partisan manner. There is no reality in which libraries are politically neutral.
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianIf you want to sign up for the StoryGuider campaign that will fun the rest of the art (and hopefully some cool stretch goal), check out the Backerkit page here: www.backerkit.com/c/projects/t...
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianMy next ko-fi goal is for funding the TTRPGkids site and operating expenses for 2026, which includes webhosting and support, business email, business license renewal, and a scheduling aid. You can support by becoming a member (and picking up perks) here: ko-fi.com/ttrpgkids/go...
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianThe Science Ambassador Scholarship is a full-tuition scholarship for women and non-binary students in science, technology, engineering, and math, funded by #IGM25 sponsor @cardsagainsthumanity.com Applications open every September. CAH boosts their IGM game donations on behalf of this scholarship.
- Reposted by The Gaming Librarian#IGM25 Maryland-based friends and designers who publish as @junkfoodgames.bsky.social have donated RPG combo packs of their games including Necromancer Heretic, Death Cap Saute, Moon Rings, and Strange Saplings. This reward will be great for any library also collecting zines! 💜✂️📔 Thanks, Chris!
- Reposted by The Gaming Librarian#IGM25 Almost Bedtime Theater was founded to introduce families of all kinds to TTRPGs and create content appropriate for players of all ages. @almostbedtime.bsky.social will be donating 25 copies of The Librarian’s Apprentice and 25 copies of their new game Song of the Scryptwyrm. Thanks, Dan!
- Reposted by The Gaming Librarian#IGM25 Rowan, Rook, & Decard @rowanrookanddecard.bsky.social create awesome moments of play through clever TTRPGs. They are offering discount codes for their online store, featuring well known titles such as Honey Heist, Eat the Reich, Goblin Quest, and more. Thanks Chris & Grant!
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianThis month's newsletter is out and is a great place to get a summery of TTRPGkids articles in case you missed any on socials! This issue has a couple featured projects, lots of reviews, and updates on projects by TTRPGkids. Find it here, and happy gaming! loom.ly/a_zVtYg
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianHello again, tabletop RPG designers! The second Bannerless Games Tabletop RPG Grant is now taking applications! I'm looking to award up to 10 grants at $200 apiece. Applications open until the end of the month. Apply here: bannerless.games/grants
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianWhat a Gen Con! Molly House + John Company are sold out in the US right now, so this year was wild and wonderful. We saw lots of folks and old friends, ran a 50 person John Company journaling TTRPG megagame, and i even played a synthesizer for an Oath puppet show. 10/10 @leder.games
- Thanks to @ginnydi.com for meeting Platy, they are so honored. As we talked about, asking libraries to carry games (TTRPGs, board games, card games, video games) really helps.
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianLightning Train! #gencon
- Thanks for shouting out our resources. I’ll post the webinar version when it is posted yonYouTube for those who can’t make the Sept 24 live webinar.
- I'm speaking at the @seriousplay.bsky.social conference about #accessibility. If you can't make it, then @ttrpgkids.com has this great list of resources from their talk at GenCon. They're also doing an online presentation in September. Link and resources are here: ttrpgkids.itch.io/more-than-al...
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianThat is awesome you'll be at Serious Play! And thank you for sharing the resource. @chrishopper.bsky.social organized the GenCon panel and he, @thelibgamer.bsky.social, Sarah Nurrenenbern, and I made the doc together during panel prep. Hoping it can be a good extra resource!
- Reposted by The Gaming Librarian#IGM25 Mythworks was founded as an artistic body to craft original story adventures and immersive experiences. They are donating 5 copies each of Wildsea, Slugblaster, CBR+PNK, and The Last Caravan, in addition to discount codes for their store. Thanks @mythworks.bsky.social !
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianWe'll be at Gen Con this Thursday through Sunday at Booth 2669, we hope to see you there! #gencon2025 #gencon #mythworks #tabletopgaming #tabletopgaming #tabletop #gamingconvention
- Kelsey couldn’t have been nicer. #TheArcaneLibrary #Shadowdark
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianCongratulations to our winners and thank you to @cardsagainsthumanity.com for their support of this grant! We can't wait to see how these projects develop. Full details: www.ala.org/news/2025/07...
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianVery excited to ~officially~ announce this year's winners for the Game On! Grant : University of Southern Mississippi Libraries - Cook Library, to develop an international games collection, and Johnsburg Public Library District (IL), to develop after school video game programming.
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianWhenever I get a rec/request for a new TTRPG for all-ages or focused on youth players, I do a bit of research... and, if it checks out, I add it to the list! Find 450+ all-ages TTRPGs, with the vast majority being from indie creators, in one spot on TTRPGkids! loom.ly/lK4zUWI
- Reposted by The Gaming Librarian#IGM25 sponsor Exeunt Press in an indie ttrpg company creating games that blend storytelling with structured mechanics. 20 libraries who register for IGM will receive copies of Exclusion Zone Botanist, Eleventh Beast, You are a Muffin, and other selections from their catalog. Thanks @exeunt.press !
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianGoing to Gen Con? Stop by @ipr.bsky.social Booth 449 to pick up Exeunt Press solo games like Caveat Emptor, Eleventh Beast, and Tollund. They will also have Make Your Own One-Page RPG guide in stock! #gencon #ttrpg #solorpg
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianAt GenCon Trade Day today, and already got to meet @thelibgamer.bsky.social, @katthedungeonmom.bsky.social, @wranglerofchaos.bsky.social, and @cmichpress.bsky.social along with going to some awesome talks. Great day so far and it's been wonderful getting to meet y'all in person!
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianYou can get You're In Space at GenCon!
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianRascal: Year One is making its con debut at the IPR booth! Check it out!!
- Heck yeah
- Hi @matthewmercer.bsky.social would you consider sharing our Kickstarter for UNDERISLES? It’s the final entry in a trilogy of ttrpgs that teach American Sign Language. You really helped boost our previous game and introduced the Critter community to ASL learning! www.kickstarter.com/projects/tat...
- Reposted by The Gaming LibrarianAll set up and ready at @seatbooks.bsky.social. So excited to be a part of this Local Authors Fair!!!
- Reposted by The Gaming Librarian#IGM25 sponsor MonarcWriter is @monarcwriter.bsky.social, an educator and parent as well as a game designer who is giving away print & digital copies of Good Nature, a co-op game for classrooms, and A Butterfly Story, a journaling game that uses art to play. Thanks, Marco! monarcwriter.substack.com
