Staff Picks
Books and games loved by the people behind The Secret Lantern.
These are the stories, games, and unexpected treasures we keep recommending, talking about, and pressing into people’s hands.
Meet the Team
Meet the readers, players, artists, and enthusiastic recommenders behind The Secret Lantern, and discover what they’re loving right now.
Dianna
Owner
Drawn to fantasy, horror, complicated characters, devastating relationships, and stories that linger long after the last page... and at the game table.
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Dan
Owner
Loves clever systems, memorable decisions, strong world-building, and tabletop experiences worth talking about after the game ends.
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Ashton
Bookseller
Explore Ashton's current favorites, recent discoveries, and the stories and games earning a place on their shelf.
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Teagan
Bookseller
Explore Teagan's current favorites, new discoveries, and the picks they're especially excited to share.
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Chris
Bar & Café Manager
A champion of strong atmosphere, good hangs, and things worth lingering over with a drink and a table full of friends.
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Sean
Bookseller
A weaver of worlds, big ideas, and games that reward curiosity. His picks move between thoughtful science fiction, fascinating nonfiction, strategic tabletop games, and stories that know when to embrace the absurd.
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Rayne
Bookseller & Artist
Rayne loves memorable characters, strange and atmospheric worlds, and stories with plenty of personality.
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