Timothy Ludwig

Timothy Ludwig is an author, publisher, and founder of Rare Book Publishing LLC. His books explore history, folklore, personal independence, and the forces shaping our future—all driven by a curiosity about the world and a love of stories worth sharing.

His works include True Adventures of Lewis and Clark, bringing readers into the challenges and discoveries of an extraordinary expedition, and The Second Amendment: A History of the Right to Keep and Bear Arms in America. Real Encounters: A Chronicle of Leprechaun and Fairy Accounts from Ireland began with an unexpected conversation during a trip to Ireland. When his tour guide introduced him to accounts of fairies and leprechauns, Ludwig laughed, thinking he was joking. He wasn’t—and that moment inspired Ludwig to explore the accounts and publish a book about them.

Ludwig also writes about artificial intelligence and the challenges of modern life, while bringing forgotten works back into print through Rare Book Publishing.

His newest series, Hidden Pines Hollow, welcomes young readers into a world of woodland friends, cozy adventures, humor, and a little mystery. In The Halloween Howl and The Legend of Grumpyfoot, friendship and curiosity turn everyday moments into memorable adventures.

With more than twenty-five years of experience in printing, graphic design, and digital media, Ludwig brings creativity, a keen eye for detail, and a hands-on approach to every book—from the first idea to the finished page. His aim is simple: to create books that entertain, spark curiosity, and give readers something worth remembering.