I want to write stories.
Whether you're drafting your first screenplay or finding your voice on the page, our guides break storytelling into small, doable steps. No jargon. No gatekeeping. Just clear, practical help.
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TRG Books · by D.C. Rahe
Discover and tell great stories.
TRG Books publishes easy-to-read guides for storytellers and heartfelt fiction for readers who want to feel deeply without feeling overwhelmed.
— warm books, written to be read.
Simple, encouraging books for everyday writers and story-lovers.
"Humans don't respond to facts alone; they respond to stories. If you can't tell a compelling story, you lose influence." — D.C. Rahe
Choose your path
Why did you come to TRG Books today?
I want to get lost in a good story.
Looking for clean, emotionally rich fiction that's easy to sink into after a long day? Our novels deliver hope, heart, and a sense of escape — without graphic content or confusion.
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For writers
Learn to write stories.
Start with one of our step-by-step guides — designed for everyday people, not just professionals.
Everyday Storytelling
Turn the small moments of your life into powerful stories. Everyday Storytelling walks you through simple prompts, examples, and checklists so you're never stuck staring at a blank page.
- Short, easy-to-follow chapters
- Practical exercises you can finish in minutes
- Perfect for beginners and returning writers
Screenwriting Workbook
From logline to final scene, the Screenwriting Workbook guides you step by step through structuring your script. Fill-in-the-blank pages keep you moving, even if this is your very first screenplay.
- Clear story structure, simplified
- Guided worksheets for each major beat
- Ideal for first-time screenwriters
The Storyteller Starter Pack
Get Everyday Storytelling + the Screenwriting Workbook together at a special price — the complete starter kit for people who want to tell better stories on the page and in life.
For readers
Fiction that feels like coming home.
Heartfelt, hopeful stories with real emotion and a gentle touch.
The Horse's Mouth
A magical, coming-of-age horse story for readers who grew up loving barn tales and still want that feeling today. Bullies, secrets, danger, and destiny collide in a heartfelt adventure.
Perfect for YA readers and adults who never outgrew horse stories.
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Snowmelt Season
Set against the thaw of winter, Snowmelt Season follows characters learning to let go, start again, and open themselves to change. A cozy, emotional read for quiet evenings.
Great for fans of gentle, character-driven stories with a hopeful ending.
Read Snowmelt Season →The Cozy Reading Duo
Pick up The Horse's Mouth and Snowmelt Season together — perfect for your next reading retreat, gift for a quiet reader, or weekend away from the world.
Why TRG Books
What makes TRG Books different?
TRG Books is a small, independent press dedicated to making stories and storytelling tools accessible to everyone. Our books are:
- Easy to read and follow — even when the topic is complex.
- Focused on clear emotion and practical outcomes.
- Created for readers and writers who want depth without density or darkness.
D.C. Rahe
About the author
D.C. Rahe — Author · Screenwriter · Lecturer
D.C. Rahe helps professionals and everyday writers transform how they communicate by mastering the art of everyday storytelling. His practical, no-nonsense approach has helped countless individuals advance their careers and finish the stories they've been meaning to write.
As an author, screenwriter, and lecturer, D.C. brings unique insights from Hollywood storytelling to the business world, the page, and the reader's armchair — from the YA novel The Horse's Mouth to the cozy fiction of Snowmelt Season, to Everyday Storytelling and the Screenwriting Workbook.
— D.C. Rahe
Everyday Storytelling Seminar
Bring transformative storytelling skills to your team.
Have D.C. Rahe lead a half-day or full-day workshop for your company, team, or conference.
Practical Application
Learn frameworks you'll use immediately in emails, presentations, and conversations.
Real Transformations
Work with before-and-after examples from actual business situations.
Lasting Impact
Walk away with tools that change how you communicate every single day.
What readers are saying
Words from TRG readers.
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★★★★★"Everyday Storytelling finally got me writing again after years of feeling stuck."
★★★★★"The Horse's Mouth felt like the horse stories I loved as a kid, but with real stakes and heart."
★★★★★"I read Snowmelt Season in a single weekend. Quiet, hopeful, and exactly what I needed."
Ideas & inspiration
From the TRG blog.
Short reads to help you write more, read more, and stay inspired.
Everyday Storytelling: 5 Moments from Today You Can Turn into a Story
You don't need a dramatic life to write compelling stories. Here's how to start with the day you just lived.
Read more →Finish Your First Script: A Simple Roadmap from Blank Page to "Fade Out"
A no-jargon, seven-step outline based on the Screenwriting Workbook.
Read more →Why Gentle, Hopeful Fiction Matters More Than Ever
In a heavy world, there's room for stories that comfort and heal without looking away from real feelings.
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