There will be an exciting reading in the tranquil town of Neuruppin on Friday, November 21, 2025. The author Tino Took, a native of Neuruppin, will present his brand new fantasy novel “Dolmatûm – The Flame of Knowledge” in the city library at 6 p.m. It is the second part of his series and follows the exciting story about the protagonist Deorn, who travels to the far north again. It's not easy for him here: the ice desert brings with it completely unexpected challenges that he has to overcome, while old acquaintances in distant Lithanea also struggle with the consequences of their decisions.

Already known from the first volume “Dolmatûm – The Hunt for Ësaroth”, Deorn pursues the Darkkeeper and the ominous Ësarothtûm in this new adventure. Together with characters like Sivana, Tianna and Filbur, they face a difficult decision that could determine not only their fate, but also the fate of their world. To achieve their goals, they must choose a risky path that can even be dangerous for their enemies.

Tino Took – A life path through fantasy

Tino Took was born in Neuruppin in 1990 and has shown a great interest in writing since early childhood. After studying Scandinavian and German studies at the University of Greifswald, which he began in 2009, he began actively working on his own fantasy world in 2011. Took moved to Iceland in 2015 and now lives in the Highlands of Scotland, where he works as a tour guide at a whiskey distillery. His passion for ancient languages ​​and mythology can be felt in his works, which makes Tino Take's books a very special experience.

His debut novel was published on January 17, 2025, and the enthusiasm for his stories is evident. Lacune fairs about the first part have made waves, and many readers are now eagerly awaiting the sequel. The reading in Neuruppin is therefore an excellent opportunity to get to know the author personally and find out more about his work. By the way, entry to the event is free!

A look at the German fantasy scene

Tino Took's publication joins an impressive spectrum of German fantasy authors. Names like Michael Ende, Cornelia Funke and Wolfgang Hohlbein come up again and again when it comes to the great masters of the genre. Tino Took has now also conquered a place in this illustrious group and is bringing a breath of fresh air into the scene. Readers can choose between countless works that offer fantastic worlds and distinctive characters. If you would like to know more about the variety of German and Austrian fantasy authors, you should check out the comprehensive lists element8-fantasy-buecher.com view.

For all fantasy fans and those interested, Tino Took's reading on November 21st is a real highlight. Whether you're an old hand or a newcomer, the world of Dolmatûm is waiting to be discovered!