Books

Cover for the The Game Narrative Kaleidoscope, collated by Jon Ingold, showing a kaleidoscope of simple shapes in different colors.

The Game Narrative Kaleidoscope, collated by Jon Ingold, brings together over 100 short essays on the craft of writing for games.

With contributions from the writers behind some of the world’s most successful titles – such as Prince of Persia, Control, Black Flag, Call of Duty and Baldur’s Gate 3 – alongside indie and upcoming writers, this collection aims to capture the full breadth and complexity of this young artistic medium.

Filled with practical advice, inspiration, deep truths and simmering disagreements, every turn of the Kaleidoscope reveals a new perspective on interactive writing

I’m honored to have my essay, “Drawing Inspiration from Form to Enhance Your Game Narrative,” included in this collection alongside so many friends and writers I admire.

Other Essays on the Game Writing Process

What I Learned Making My First Twine Game | SUPERJUMP

Exploring the Potential of Poetry in Games | Infinite White Space

This is Not a Game: The Kid A Mnesia Exhibition | Counter Arts

Let’s Share a Meal: The Importance Food in Storytelling | Infinite White Space

The Illusion of Choice: Lessons from the Writing Excuses intensive course on writing for games | SUPERJUMP

Don Quixote and Modular Storytelling: On the art of blending gameplay with interactive narratives

Poetry

Cover for Every Girl Becomes the Wolf, showing a woman holding an ax in a kitchen, while a cat lounges on a cushion.
Cover for Twelve: Poems Inspired by the Brothers Grimm Tale, with the number 12 formed by a zig-zagging bright pink line against a purple background.
book cover for Necessary Poisons by Andrea Blythe showing a collage image of a skull in the center of a maple leaf looking up to a halo of cosmic circles entwined with flowering vines.