Reddit reviews The Arts of Larp: Design, Literacy, Learning and Community in Live-Action Role Play
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Yes! I'm a student studying RPG design, so I like to think I have at least a vague idea of what I'm talking about.
Some various sources, some paid and some free:
That's a pretty good list of theory and texts and stuff.
One of the ways to learn good RPG theory, I've found, though, is to just read good RPGs.
It's also highly worth digging through acknowledgements and credits of your favorite RPGs and then tracking down the names mentioned. If you're reading a big, hefty RPG, like D&D, pay special attention to any consultants, specialists, or other people listed under strange credit areas.
Anyway, when you eventually dig your way through all of this, I'll probably have read some more, so hit me up if you want more suggestions. Those top seven or eight things are probably the best place to start.
Edit: my personal list of games was rather reductive, as several commentators have called me out on, so I've removed it. Go read lots of RPGs.