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Slamdalf
The Hoop Mage
by R.P. McG
Slamdalf the Hoop Mage is Book 1 of the Slamdalf trilogy, a middle grade comic fantasy series by author R.P. McG (Ryan Paul McGowan) for readers ages 8 to 12.
He wanted to be the G.O.A.T. Then he got dunked on by an actual goat.
A basketball-and-magic adventure for ages 8–12. Read the whole thing free.
Becoming The G.O.A.T.
Meet Slamdalf, a young, overconfident Hoop Mage whose dreams of greatness are crushed when he gets dunked on by a goat. A literal goat. Armed with only beginner magic, questionable confidence, and a gruff dwarf coach who never stops dribbling, Slamdalf is about to discover that saving the world sometimes starts with learning how to pass.
Set in a wildly imaginative fantasy realm of Ballendore, Slamdalf's journey is packed with strange creatures, portal-hopping troubles, ridiculous training sessions, and one extremely questionable sentient basketball.
This is a fast, laugh-out-loud adventure that blends classic fantasy structure with modern humor. Written for kids, but clever enough that adults will catch jokes flying straight over younger readers heads.
Perfect for independent readers, read-alouds, and anyone who likes their fantasy with heart, absurdity, and a strong underdog story.
Archivist's Notes
ISBN: 979-8276725741
187 Pages
Released December, 2025
More in the Slamdalf Series
Book 1 continues in Slamdalf and the Heart of the Game, with Book 3 on the way. See every title on the books page, or read about the little free library mission.