A Life Shaped by Travel and Storytelling.
Philip Rivenburg Jr. grew up in upstate New York and has travelled throughout Europe and across the United States. Now living in the Land of Enchantment, he turns the people he meets and the places he visits into stories filled with adventure, humour and heart.
Every Person Has a Story Worth Hearing.
Philip believes that everyone has a story to tell and that every story deserves to be heard. That belief guides his writing, from Tom Mellon’s journeys in the Hero To Be series to the varied worlds found in his short-fiction collections.
Meet Philip Rivenburg
Philip is, first and foremost, a lifelong reader — someone who has always found as much joy in turning pages as in writing new ones. A dedicated traveller and a quiet observer of people, he has spent years collecting the small, honest details that make a character feel real: the way someone tells a story, the history etched into an old town, the courage hidden in ordinary lives. When he isn't out meeting someone new or soaking in the sunshine of the Land of Enchantment, you'll likely find him at his desk, sketching out new characters, mapping new places, and piecing together the next adventure waiting to be written. For Philip, storytelling isn't just a craft — it's a way of paying attention to the world and everyone in it.
A Storyteller Guided by Curiosity and Experience
Philip’s writing reflects a life spent travelling, listening and paying attention to the stories people carry. His growing collection includes connected adventures, fantasy, science fiction, suspense, humour and stories centred on family, courage and personal choice.
Upstate New York Roots
Philip grew up in upstate New York, where his love of reading and storytelling first began.
A Traveller’s Perspective
His journeys through Europe and across the United States continue to influence his settings, characters and ideas.
The Hero To Be Series
Through Tom Mellon’s adventures, Philip explores loss, family, friendship, courage and the gradual process of growing into responsibility.
Short Fiction Collections
His collections move between fantasy, science fiction, humour, suspense and thoughtful stories about human nature.
Find Your Next Great Adventure.
Explore an expanding collection of novels and short stories filled with humour, friendship, imagination, danger and unexpected turns.
Readers Reviews
Readers share their thoughts on the characters, adventures and imaginative worlds found throughout Philip Rivenburg Jr.’s books.
‘The Feeling of Flying gives Tom a powerful beginning. His loss feels real, while his growing relationship with Uncle Gus brings warmth, humour and hope.’
‘Turtle Bay expands the series without losing its heart. The international setting, lively supporting characters and family dynamic kept me turning the pages.’
‘Antique Adventure balances danger with humour and genuine affection between the characters. The Greek setting gives the third adventure a strong personality.’
‘The Hero To Be books feel like travelling with a close group of friends. Every new destination brings action, laughter and another lesson for Tom.’