Dave here — Gen‑X dude, lifelong dragon enthusiast, and the creator behind Carpe Draco. I’ve spent years writing licks, code, and children’s books, and now I’m in the middle of a slow, intentional reinvention. This site is where all of that creative energy lands.
Carpe Draco is my creative lair — a blend of AI‑assisted art, handwritten fiction, dragon‑forward imagination, and lighthearted commentary on the fantasy genre. If it involves monsters, magic, or a hint of mischief, it probably belongs here.
Why “Carpe Draco”? Seize the dragon, baby. It’s my fire‑breathing twist on Carpe Diem — a reminder to dive into imagination as fearlessly as a dragon and to breathe a little magic into the everyday. I first used the phrase back in 2008, and it’s been my battle cry ever since.
If you’re into spooky stories for younger readers, you might enjoy Mystery Underground, the middle‑grade horror series I co‑wrote with a friend. Read a scare… if you dare.
If you like what you see and want to support the continuation of my creative efforts, you can visit the shop or spring for a cup of coffee over on Buy Me a Coffee. Every bit helps keep the dragons fed.
Want to get in touch? Head over to the Contact page — I’d love to hear from you.
Carpe Draco — seize the dragon.
