Shortcut to Crafting Interactive Adventures

Seth Shoultes
Course Instructor

As a kid, I was captivated by Choose Your Own Adventure books. Those stories weren’t just books—they were doorways into countless worlds, where every choice opened up new possibilities and unforeseen paths. I’d spend hours immersed in their pages, relishing the thrill of being able to guide the narrative, to make decisions that shaped the outcome. Those adventures sparked a lifelong love of storytelling and interactive experiences.

That love didn’t fade as I grew older. Instead, it deepened. As a young adult, I continued to explore and collect interactive stories, drawn to their ability to combine creativity, logic, and imagination. These tales taught me that every decision, no matter how small, could have profound consequences—a lesson that resonates far beyond the pages of a book.

Now, as an adult, I’ve taken that passion and channeled it into creating tools and platforms that bring the magic of interactive storytelling to others. With AdventureBuildr, I’ve sought to empower creators to craft their own branching narratives, enabling them to share the joy of discovery and decision-making that first captivated me as a child. It’s not just about building tools; it’s about sharing the magic of interactive stories and helping others find the same sense of wonder I felt all those years ago.

For me, storytelling is more than a hobby—it’s a calling. Whether through books, games, or digital adventures, I believe in the power of stories to connect, inspire, and transform. Every adventure starts with a choice, and I’m excited to see the worlds and narratives others will create with AdventureBuildr.