Discussing the D&D Adventure Club!
For this episode of Tavern Talk, I had the pleasure of speaking with David Lemke from D&D Adventure Club — a monthly subscription service aimed at helping kids (and their families) jump into tabletop roleplaying with ease.
We discussed how D&D Adventure Club is designed to fill a gap that many of us have felt: finding accessible and age-appropriate adventures for kids. David shared the journey of how he and his wife turned their passion for gaming and storytelling into an entire library of bite-sized adventures — each one focusing on core aspects of D&D like ability checks, combat, magic, and more.
What I found especially inspiring is how they’ve simplified everything without watering it down. Instead of flipping to different sections or books mid-game, everything you need — from monster stat blocks to maps and room details — is included in one handy booklet. And they’ve done it all while keeping the tone exciting and the style accessible for new players.
We also explored how their approach to learning D&D — focusing on one core mechanic per adventure — helps kids and adults alike build confidence and skills gradually. This isn’t just for kids; David noted that many of their subscribers are adults with no prior gaming experience, or adults with kids looking for an engaging family activity.
If you’re a game master or parent looking for a low-stakes, high-fun entry point to D&D, this might be just the thing you’re after. You can find all their content (including 24+ pre-generated character sheets) at dndadventureclub.com — and it’s not just great for kids, it’s a powerful teaching tool for anyone new to the hobby.
This chat with David was a testament to the power of storytelling and play — not just in epic campaigns, but in the simple moments of wonder and discovery that come when you roll dice together around a table.
If you’d like to dive deeper into our conversation, check out the full video. And if you’ve tried D&D Adventure Club, I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments.
Cheers,
Brian