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What I'm Reading! Issue 259

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 259!

So, how's Worldember going? Aiming for wordcount? One of the special categories? Maybe both? Both can be good. I've been writing my own WorldEmber entries, but tried to keep up with reading... there is SO MANY! It's all so good, too. I feel for the judges who have to review the special categories! But! Hey, let's get down to why were here, right? So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

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Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive

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What I'm Reading! Issue 258

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 258!

... and WorldEmber is here! Have you started? Good progress, right? Hopefully, yes! I've seen a slew of updates already, so lots to read! Great worldbuilding, too! So, I'll keep my babble a bit short so we can get to the fun parts! While I've been writing my own worldbuilding, I've also tried to catch up on my reading. So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

All prepped for WorldEmber! Eager, nervous, excited. Lots of ideas on the plate, great friends behind me (big shouts to my accountability buddies Mochimanoban and Nulcheck !), and hype all around!

Let's see what fabulous things we all create together this month!

#WorldEmber #TheOwlworks #Malkora #AyunSovos #Fantasy #WE2025 #WorldEmber2025

What I'm Reading! Issue 257

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 257!

How's the projects coming along? Also... how is NovelEmber and WorldEmber prep? Ready for WorldEmber? It's getting close! Planning never hurts, especially for WorldEmber. But hey, there is also taking it one chill article at a time right? But, to help... hopefully help! I've some really fun ones from the past that are well worth the read. So! Without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive 

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 256

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 256!

So, how's the WorldEmber prep going? Got planned the world or worlds you'll worldbuild in? If you've more than one world, that can be a challenge to figure out! But no matter one or more worlds, planning is key to WorldEmber. It gives you a roadmap of where you're going, which helps stave off the dreaded... "where do I go from here?" To help with some inspiration, I've found a few from past WorldEmbers! So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 255

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 255!

So long Spooktober but hello Novelember and WorldEmber Prep! With Novelember, 50K of prose is a lot. But, it can be done! Still, it takes some dedicated time and energy to do that. Then again, so does WorldEmber! Thinking of trying one or the other? Tackling both isn't out of the question but, hm, that might be really tough! Either way, it's a lot of writing! So I'll keep my rambling short! :D I've got a few good ones from Spooktober, so we can give that challenge a fond farewell. 

So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

THE CHALLENGE CONTINUES!

There is still a week left to through your torch in the dark! Come join in the challenge along with four other amazing entrants so far!

#the Great Tree #spooky #unofficialchallenge

What I'm Reading! Issue 254

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 254!

So! Spootober is wrapping up. How many prompts did you tackle? Did you get them all? If not, there's still one more week! Then, after that, comes NovelEmber and prep for WorldEmber! Maybe both? I might try for WorldEmber prepping myself. What about you?

This time, I've tried to find some really fun and inspiring worldbuilding since... WorldEmber is coming! So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

 Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 253

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 253!

Well, we're partway through Spooktober! How's the prompts coming? I have read the most amazing work! Just o much fun. But, that's the fun of Spooktober, right? Just grab a prompt and run with it spooky-style! Have you written enough for the badge? Or are you taking it chill-ghost style and just haunting through those prompts, writing deep? Hey, both are valid ways to do it (at least in my little corner of the graveyard)!

But while I've been writing up my own Spooktober entries, I've also tried to catch up on my reading. So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

 Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive 

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

UNOFFICAL CHALLENGE!

I'm in a spooky mood, so The Great Tree is proud to bring the community yet another Challenge! Horror, fear, the unknown. What keeps you up at night? What lurks in the dark corners of a quiet house? Is your mind playing tricks on you? You could have sworn you didn't move that chair. You could have sworn you were alone here.

I want to see what you can come up with, I want you to keep us up at night. I want you to flex those creative muscles, and scare the hell out of us. Keep us thinking about it. More info and more here! More unique badges!

#UnofficialChallenge #Thegreattree #Spooky

What I'm Reading! Issue 252

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 252!

So, Spooktober is in full swing! Have you given it a try? I've seen a lot of worldbuilding show up, and it's just too fun! Some are large articles, but others are small. Some is worldbuilding, but others are short stories. Which brings up the point, there really is no wrong way to celebrate Spooktober. Not really. It's great fun and a good way to stretch the imagination. So go give it a try!

But, while I've also been working on a few entries for Spooktober, I've also tried to catch up on my reading. So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive 

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 251

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 251!

So! Spooktober is here! Going to give it a try? If you are, how far into it are you? I'll be trying to tackle a few myself, as I just love Spooktober. This time, I'm seeing a healthy number of short stories answering prompts! That's awesome! For me that feels like right in the spirit of thing (... yes, I went there! ) with a good old fashion ghost story!

But I've also tried to catch up on my reading. So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

 Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive 

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 250

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 250!

So! Now that it's over, come clean. Team Elves? Or Team Aliens? (If you want to go Alien Elves? Hey I won't judge!) With that, back to your projects? How are they coming? Or... is it now... prep for World Ember? Swordtember? Spooktober (I love that one!). Maybe something else? There is a lot happening in the fall, just like always, so maybe it's more than one thing?

In any case, I've a few fun ones to toss out. Some new, a few old but I think they'll be good inspiration!

But I've also tried to catch up on my reading. So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

 Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

 Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive 

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 249

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 249!

How is the reading challenge coming along? I'm seeing some notifications crop up and they are showing off some really great worldbulding! Getting any inspiration for your own projects? You know the reading challenge is great for those. It gives you a chance to mentally rest, get those imagination muscles a chance to recover so you can dive back in!

But let's get to it, right? So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

 Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive 

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 248

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 248!

How's the Summer Camp reading coming along? There's a lot, isn't there? A ton! (which is GREAT!) I won't say much, other than don't be afraid to dive in. Yes, sure, there is a lot, but reading a little a day? You'll cover a lot of ground. Also... really. If you're looking for a reading list? Don't skip this one.

So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

 Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive 

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 247

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 247!

So that was a wrap for Summer Camp! How did yours go? Tackle all the prompts, or just certain ones? Hope it was all you wanted to tackle! But! Now? Now comes the Reading Challenge. Time to kick back and read... and there is a lot to read! Reading lists are everywhere, such as... Summer Camp! Biggest, freshest reading list I know of!

So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

 Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive 

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 246

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 246!

Oh, last week for Summer Camp! How has it been going? Are you feeling good about your worldbuilding? Writing projects? Hope so! Summer Camp is always so much fun and really, helps a ton with moving worlds along. Just as we hit that last week, take a deep breath, a long sip of your beverage of choice and dive in!

So, while I've been hammering on my own writing projects, I've also tried to catch up on my reading. So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive 

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 245

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 245!

Here we go! End of Summer Camp! Well... almost. How are the prompts coming? Did you take your time or rampage through them? Either way, it's all good! Like last time I'll keep this short so everyone can tackle those Summer Camp prompts! (There are just so many!)

While tackling my own worldbuilding, I've also tried to catch up on my reading. So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

 Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive 

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 244

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 244!

Another quick one, as we're deep into Summer Camp now! How is it going? Keeping up with the prompts. They are a bit tougher this year! But it might just seem that way to me. This time I've got what I think is a good mix. Hopefully some good inspiration for your Summer Camp worldbuilding goodness!

But while I've been writing, I've also tried to catch up on my reading. So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive 

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

A bit on a roll here. 4th article "down" as always more can be done and I will return eventually. I hope you all enjoy my take on magical therapy. #SummerCamp2025 #Nourishment #Therapy

What I'm Reading! Issue 243

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 243!

How's your Summer Camp doing? The prompts are pretty challenging this time. I know I'm having to sit down and scratch my head a little to figure out what I want to write. How about you? Going after all of them? Or just taking your time, and diving deep into each one? I mean, there's no wrong way to do it, right?

But because it's Summer Camp and we're worldbuilding like crazy, I'll keep it quick and short with some that I think are really inspirational for Summer Camp. So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

 Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go!The Kummer Wolfe List Archive 

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

There has been so much unfolding in my corner of this fine Anvil, and in the online spaces beyond, so allow me to take a moment to share my delight with you, celebrate some big wins, and ensure everyone is feeling just as FERAL as I am!

The Most Pressing Update: COPPER IS ACHIEVED!

How about that, y'all? Your local owl has achieved copper on day two of Summer Camp, and I'm nowhere close to being done with these submissions — though the ideas I've put on the table are already super exciting for me! I'm making this update before slinking off to bed after a long day of writing sprints, article submissions, and other side quests, so you can expect my Summer Camp overview article to be updated with my submissions later! But do keep an eye on it throughout the event to know what I'm working on!

You can always come check out my Summer Camp competition page for links to my creations!

Tackling the Iron Gorge — Summer Camp Live!

Members of my Twitch community convinced me (yes, it was totally THEIR sole decision, not mine, obviously) to shoot for a new challenge this year: the fabled Iron Gorge. 21 days of streaming Summer Camp content during the event. Can I do it? I guess we'll find out!

On that note, I thought I'd share my stream schedule for Summer Camp with you lovely beans, in case you wanted to stop by and watch, chat, work, or lurk with us! All times are listed in EDT(-4 GMT)!

• Saturdays 2PM - Prompt brainstorming! We just got some new prompts, and we're putting our teeth on them ASAP.
• Sundays 2PM - SUNDAY SPRINTS! We did enough talking on Saturday. It's time for focus and writing!
• Select Tuesdays & Thursdays 7-8PM - Pop-up sprints! Hour-long sessions of late-night worldbuilding. Short and sweet!
• Fridays 2PM - Sprints & Chill! We start with a few writing sprints, then reward ourselves for a week's work with a gaming break.

Be sure to follow me on Twitch to know when I'm going live! The best places to follow my stream schedules and updates are my Discord server and Bluesky! Super helpful for knowing when I might or might not be running a pop-up sprint!

Awards & Apocalypses? The Owlworks April Vlog is Live!

This upload is notably behind, but I'm committed to keeping this series moving forward! Enjoy this longform vlog where I share my adventures throughout the month as a birdie on the internet trying to do it all, while being active and aiming to thrive in spite of the many obstacles and dips that inevitably arise when you're trying to make moves forward.

In this vlog you'll find victories, heartache, goal-setting, and mixed progress.. all fun things! It's something of a vulnerable look at being a creator in a chaotic world. Subscribe to catch the May vlog, when it's all set and complete! That month was PACKED, so get ready for some fun adventures!

Camp Feral Just Got Toothier!

It seems like there are a lot of incredible campers this year that are just SO ready to start chomping on prompts, and I was so pleased to present this shiny new badge to this very excited corner of the community! Camp Feral is SO back, baby! Be sure to check out the badge's information page to get a refresher on what being FERAL means during Summer Camp, and fly these colors if they suit you!

Summer Camp is in full swing, but if you find yourself stuck with the feral energy long after the event ends, my new project might be of interest to you... join us, in the Circle of Feral Worldbuilders, a.k.a. Gnawing Lore!

Overall, whew! What a fun two days it's already been for Summer Camp, and it's not even July yet! So many folks are bringing incredible energy to the event, producing incredible work, and being wonderfully uplifting to each other.

Let's keep that community love flowing! You're already inspiring me so much in my quest for creating!

#SummerCamp2025 #CampFeral #GnawingLore #TheOwlworks #SummerCamp

What I'm Reading! Issue 242

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 242!

Well, SummerCamp is here! Good luck! I won't say much since we've all rushing at those prompts, right? I've got a couple I'm looking at, the others I'm still puzzling over. How about you? Already chewed through the first prompts? Or taking is slow and going deep with each one?

But as I've been working on Summer Camp prompts, I've also tried to catch up on my reading. So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

 Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go!The Kummer Wolfe List Archive 

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 241

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 241!

Summer Camp is almost here! Sort of. How is everyone? Summer Camp homework shaping up? Prep looks like it's coming along nicely. So, have you figured out how you're going to tackle summer camp? That's important, too! Not just maps, or what world, but the 'how'. Will you take it at an even pace? Or savagely attack each prompt, sparing none of them? Somewhere in between works , too! At least for me, pacing for Summer Camp means a lot. For me? I tend to go "Chill". Take my time. Quality over quantity as the saying goes. But it's an important personal choice!

This time, I've tried for a good mix. Inspiration for this year's summer camp! So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

 Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go!The Kummer Wolfe List Archive 

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

This is one of the most personal pieces I’ve ever written.

Inspired by my experience living with PCOS, The Hollowing explores a silent, incurable affliction through a fantasy lens — one that reshapes bodies, futures, and identities.

It weaves together storytelling, worldbuilding, and illustration to give voice to what often goes unseen.

I’ve been working on this quietly for some time. The art took several attempts before it finally felt like it was saying what I needed it to.

This also became an exercise in writing more deeply for one of the characters in the novel I’m working on — grounding their experience in something real.

If it resonates with you, I’d love to hear your thoughts.

All the best Sori <3
#fantasywriting #worldbuilding #pcosawareness #writingfromlife #womeninworldbuilding #thehollowing #invisibleillness

What I'm Reading! Issue 240

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 240!

Summer Camp is here! ( almost! Kinda? ) At least, the homework is. Have YOU done your homework? It does help, actually. The homework makes a nice set of guidelines to go by, or a map for your worldbuilding and writing. And don't we all just love a good map? I know I do!

 In case anyone needs it, here's the Summer Camp Prep 2025 page! 

Which means, I'd best keep my rambling short this time. After all, there's homework to do! So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

And hark! A Manuscript!

 Affordable MagicbyKiyomo (H.B. Bacon) 

 Kummer Wolfe's Travels

 Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go!The Kummer Wolfe List Archive 

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 239

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 239!

Whew, where did May go? I turned around and now it's June! Which does mean, Summer Camp! Are you going to give it a try? Camp Feral? Camp Chill? ( I'm Camp Chill myself ). No matter what, it's a fun time, and challenging.

Working out how to use, or twist, a prompt into your setting is a huge challenge. Stretches the imagination, which is good! So this time, I tried to find some worldbuilding to help you set for Summer Camp and maybe.... who knows... go Diamond!

But while I've been wondering what world I'll use for Summer Camp, I've also tried to catch up on my reading. So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

This one is really good, and totally caught me, but! Some trigger warnings here for the world: death, horror, and psychological distress!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

Summer Camp is around the corner...

Do you feel that? The slumbering creatures of the Anvil stir and awaken one by one as the ferality re-enters our domain. Week one of homework month has already begun, and I have already done my part... what about you? What are your thoughts and goals on the camp to come?

#SummerCamp #CampFeral #SummerCamp2025 #Malkora #AyunSovos #TheOwlworks

What I'm Reading! Issue 238

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 238!

How's it going? Worldbuilding coming along? Oh, to get right to it—are you ready for Summer Camp? It's coming pretty soon! Summer Camp is hectic but fun. A challenge to find where and how to work in the prompts into my worldbuilding. In some ways, good practice for World Ember! Also, let's not overlook a certain unofficial challenge—there's still time to get into it!

This time, I've got a little different mix. Here is a collection of stories used to expand worldbuilding, but also materials, species, and more!

So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 237

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 237!

How are your projects coming along? Writing for the unofficial challenges? Hope so! What's your favorite piece this time you've written? Was it new? Or something you rewrote to revise... or did you have a better idea to expand it? All of that could be true at the same time! (I do that a lot...)

This time, in between my own writing and worldbuilding, I think I've tracked down some really good worldbuilding. Some characters, rituals, and a few darker things! We all need those shadows to balance out the bright side. Just makes for better balance in a setting!

So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 236

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 236!

How are your projects coming along? Worldbuilding going like you want? I hope so! For me, it has been, but I'm a bit of a perfectionist, so I've been polishing (and polishing again) instead of pushing worldbuilding out live. But hey, it goes like that sometimes, doesn't it? Oh, how about the unofficial challenges? Jumped into any yet? Which one? Or ones?

Just in case, I've got a nice collection of inspiration here. A wide mix from buildings and species to magic and documents. Pretty wide range. But also important in their own way, shaping how cultures might work, language, or other more fundamental worldbuilding pieces of a setting.

So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive!

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 235

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 235!

So April's out but May is here! How is the week treating you so far? Writing and worldbuilding projects turning out like you want? I hope so! With May, I've spotted at least one unofficial challenge, but you know more always turn up without warning. If you see any, comment and let me know! (because I might give it a go!)

This time, I'm keeping it a bit short as my own worldbuilding and writing needs some attention. But I think I've got a good, broad selection of articles to read, one of which is some nice RPG rules! Let's break it down, shall we?

Without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 234

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 234!

How's April coming? Projects coming along? I hope great! Did you try out the unofficial Adventure April challenge? I also heard there is an unofficial Map challenge, too! Not too late to give either a try. But! May is around the corner, and that means there's another unofficial challenge on the horizon!

There you go, and this one would be a good one to practice those editing and polishing skills. I know I've a ton of worldbuilding that I look back on and think... "Well, I could have done better with that" or "You know? I left something out." Still, there's always staying heads down on your own worldbuilding, too for writing or gaming campaigns and on. After all... Summer Camp ... it's a'coming!

This time, I've some fun inspiration. Geography, cultures, myths, species and more. Plenty to chew on, read, and get some ideas flowing!

So, let's break it down! Without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe Archive

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

The Owlworks makes its Youtube (re)debut!

It only took an age and a half, but the winds of creation finally found themselves beneath my wings! Behold, my first vlog!

— - One tired but accomplished owl

I took a years-long Youtube hiatus, and now we're BACK — starting with a new writer vlog series where I take you through month-by-month adventures in the Owlworks! This episode 0.5 kicks off the series with a 2025/winter recap and covers the end of March... with most of April being through at this point (oh my god??), you likely already know where the next episode will pick up!

Be sure to subscribe so you catch future episodes of the Owlworks Vlog! Look forward to these uploads coming every early- to mid-month!

I really hope you enjoy following along my journey as an all-over-the-place creator, and every bit of support is mega appreciated! Likes, comments, and shares help tell the Youtube algorithm that I'm not just some weirdo on the internet, but a weirdo on the internet that's worth watching :)

#TheOwlworks #WAWA #WorldbuildingAwards

What I'm Reading! Issue 233

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 233!

So, how's your projects and challenges coming? Written your Ritual or Renewal? There are a bunch already submitted! They are fantastic, too. So good, I've been sticking with reading them as best I can. There are a bunch that stood out for me.

This is really an interesting challenge. A tradition focused on renewal, rebirth, or rejuvenation. That covers a lot of territory, doesn't it? Each of those impacts a culture in so many ways. Shapes the language, and in turn the people. One of those deep cornerstones of a culture that most might not think about how important they really are!

So let's get do it! Now, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archives

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 232

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 232!

How are the projects going? Giving the current challenge a try? Oh! How about the Worldbuilding Awards? Those were some amazing entries that won. Just astounding! If you've not read them, go check them out!

Speaking of reading and inspiration, I've got some for you that might help. So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 231

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 231! Sounds like as of yesterday, March 28th, we've got ourselves a new challenge! The Rituals of Renewal !

Are you up for it? Going to give it a try? Could be fun! But if you're already deep into your own project or projects, that's ok, too! Either way, some inspiration might be in order, right?

Speaking of which, let's get right at those! So, without further delay! Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive !

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 230

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 230!

How's the worldbuilding coming along? Did you make it to Worldbulding Con? If not, I understand there are videos! So plenty of chances to check it out, even if it's over. But! Since it is March, have you tried out the Unofficial Marchitecture Challenge? I've not tried it but I've been seeing some really fun worldbuilding show up for it! March is still going on, so it might be a fun one to try.

I'll keep my rambling short this time, because we've some worldbuilding to read! So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe Archive

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 229

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 229!

How's Worldbuilding Con going for you? Attend any of the panels? What did you think of them? There seemed to be a lot more this year than last. It is a lot of good information though! Also, how are your projects coming along? Summer Camp isn't that far off, might be time to plan a bit. To figure out what world or worlds you're going to use for Summer Camp.

So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

WAWA Update from the Owlworks: HOLY / BLUE ANVIL /!

Many of you got to witness my live reactions to this information, but... six nominations??? I've done nothing but lay spiritually on the floor (maybe physically as well, for a little while) and process this!

Thank you SO much for the community love and support — for my third Worldbuilding Awards run, you've tripled my total nomination count in one act of love and fevered voting. I hope I can count on you again to pull an award or two from these nominations, but I am just so thrilled to have reached this point. Much love!

For my fellow nominees:

First off, you're incredible! Voting in the first round was hard enough, but making those final decisions was truly killer.

If you'd like some fancy graphics to promote your work this month, the nominee gallery made its return once again! Sorry for the day's delay, but I hope you enjoy them!

#WAWA #TheOwlworks #AyunSovos #Malkora #WAWA2025 #WorldbuildingAwards

What I'm Reading! Issue 228

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 228!

How is March treating you? Good? I hope you're making progress on your projects! Oh, tried out any unofficial challenges? Which one? As for me, I'm just moving forward on my own projects, but I'm keeping an eye on any challenges coming in April and on. Besides, Summer Camp is on the horizon!

This time I found myself reading a lot o Natural Law worldbuilding. That's fun stuff. The backbone of settings, how they connect and interact. Could be laws of magic, where superpowers originated from, but it could be something deeper that connects cultures. I think that's why I like reading them, you never know what you'll find!

But let's jump in! So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 227!

So, we're getting into March! How are your projects coming along? Getting some good writing or game design nailed down? Hope so! How about Worldbuilding Con? Looking forward to it? I know I am! I'll try and jump in where I can to enjoy the con. Last year was pretty fun.

Speaking of fun, this time, I've got a good mix of Titles, Settlements, Ethnicities and a Document! In case you need inspiration for what you're working on, or... in case you'd like to give this a try!

How's that for a challenge over March? I might try it, might not, but wow that sounds like fun!

But, while I've been wondering if I'll try March of 31 Tales, I've also tried to catch up on my reading. So, without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

What I'm Reading! Issue 226

Hey, Everybody! Here we go with Issue 226!

End of February already? This month just flew right by! Did you try any of the unofficial challenges? There were a bunch. Also, did you know more are coming in March? I know of Marchitecture! That's a good one. But I've no doubt more will appear! Going to give Marchitecture a try?

This time, I've got a mix of inspiration for you! There are some species, organizations, geographical locations, just a bunch. They are, like always amazing! They make for a good break between worldbuilding!

Speaking of taking a break and reading... without further delay!

Here is the current crop that REALLY stood out for me! Enjoy!

The Road Goes Ever On

Once again, I grabbed my satchel and set out on the digital road to find some unexplored countries in the Anvilspace. As always, the Anvilspace didn't disappoint!

Kummer Wolfe's Travels

Missed old journal or two? Fear not! They may be a bit dusty, stained with tea and coffee... but here you go! The Kummer Wolfe List Archive

#whatIamReading #TheKummerWolfeList #anvilspace #SharetheLove

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