Fantasy fans have another reason to visit the Pokoee Card & Gaming Expo this summer as bestselling fantasy author Richard Lee Byers has been announced as a special guest.

Known for his work on numerous Dungeons & Dragons novels as well as stories set in the Forgotten Realms universe, Richard Lee Byers has been a favorite among fantasy readers for decades. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the acclaimed author, chat about his work, and pick up signed books during the event.

The Pokoee Card & Gaming Expo takes place on Sunday, July 19, 2026, from 10:00am to 3:00pm in Ocoee, Florida at the Lakeshore Center. The event brings together fans of trading card games, tabletop gaming, comics, collectibles, video games and pop culture for a day filled with vendors, artists, and special guests.

Richard Lee Byers joins a growing guest lineup that continues to expand the show’s appeal beyond trading card games, making the expo a great destination for tabletop gamers, fantasy fans, and readers alike.

Whether you’re a longtime fan of the Forgotten Realms or discovering his work for the first time, this is a great opportunity to meet one of the most recognizable authors in the world of fantasy gaming.

Tickets for the Pokoee Card & Gaming Expo are available now, and more guest announcements are expected in the weeks leading up to the event.