I love fantasy and defiantly leave me a comment telling me what your. Some of my favourite fantasy binge reads were the alvin maker series, by orson scott card. Only fantasy series with nonnovel members such as fritz leibers fafhrd and the gray mouser series which contains some short story collections should use this category. So i decided that i wanted to do another book recommendations post, so since i have been getting super into the genre of fantasy, i decided to recommend some booksseries in this genre. The sword of truth series is 14 books, all of which are designed to be standalone stories, totally independent from the. The books are in descending order from 1 to 105, with the ones at the top of the list being voted on the most by the r fantasy community. Ive read them a few times, and every new readthrough reveals more detailsmany of them humorousthat i had not teased from the text earlier. This is the first book in the fourbook inheritance cycle series, which is reminiscent of tolkien and full of ancient magic, elves, dwarves, and dragon lore. The best fantasy novels ever written prowritingaid. Amber is the true reality that casts off many shadow or parallel worlds. We have listed our recommendations below and the many suggestions.
Must read fantasy books, as well as some recommendations for getting started in the genre. Ive read all the books and the dunk and egg short stories. Urban fantasy is perhaps one of the most exciting subgenre fantasies right now. Our list of engaging books for 11 and 12yearolds has it all, from nonfiction and science fiction to exciting fantasy epics and gritty urban tales inspired by the headlines. Fantasy fiction could be described as something that contains rudiments that are not realistic, such as magical powers, talking animals, etc. This classic features the escapades of frog and toad, an adorable. Everything about this series is so creative, so vibrant and refreshingly different that it almost needs to come with a caution. What is one scififantasy series that you keep on meaning to. There are twelve anthologies in total, in which you can be pulled into political intrigues, watch new gods. Okay, so i love fantasy, but as much as i dont like to admit it, i havent really delved too far into the genre.
Suggestions for a fantasy book series if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. This classic features the escapades of frog and toad, an adorable amphibious duo who are the best of friends. The 12 best epic fantasy books like game of thrones. Fantasy book recommendations the perks of being a book freak. The second series within the book follows the life of merlin, corwins son. We welcome respectful dialogue related to speculative fiction in literature, games, film, and the wider world. Collecting the first three novels in brusts vlad taltos series jhereg, yendi and. I think the advancement in the standard of translation will open up these books to a wider audience. Some of the best work in fantasy these days is being done in series excluded from the list. My fantasy books recommendations chelles book ramblings. Reddits top fantasy reads of all time list challenges. Another newer series, patrick rothfusss kingkiller chronicles consists of two published books, with the third book in the series, the doors of stone, forthcoming. It is awesome the way it came up with an idea that not a single person had ever used before and turn it into a massive ten book series. The first one you should definitely consider picking up is the throne of glass series by sarah j.
Time to meet the best fantasy book series for adults, organized by new. The 10 best completed sf and fantasy series according to me. The best fantasy book series of all time paste paste magazine. Mar 22, 20 a list for kids in grades 4 and up of some great fantasies. So if you love good fantasy books about magic and wizardry, the harry potter series is one of the best fantasy series of alltime.
Lotr, harry potter and his dark materialsalthough i dont technically call it fantasycurrently im working on fablehaven, and i love it. Gibson didnt invent cyberpunk, but his first three novels defined the genre as we. I know this question is tossed around a lot so sorry if this is repetitive. Books you disliked that everyone else seems to love. Best fantasy series, trilogies, and duologies 1521 books.
Mar 28, 2016 so i decided that i wanted to do another book recommendations post, so since i have been getting super into the genre of fantasy, i decided to recommend some booksseries in this genre. Nypl recommendations a listing of book lists created just for you by our librarians. Jan 25, 2019 urban fantasy is perhaps one of the most exciting subgenre fantasies right now. Check out our favorite books for first graders that are recommended by our panel of childrens book experts to enthrall, teach, and inspire your child. Trust real people, not robots, to give you book recommendations.
The science fantasy roleplaying game series final fantasy has been an icon of the roleplaying video game genre as of 2012 it was still among the top ten bestselling video game franchises. Fantasy is such a good way to get your head outside your usual setting. The twentysided sorceress, by annie bellet 7 books youre in luck, binge reader. The 50 best fantasy books of the 21st century so far paste. In the end, i felt that the way card has written in new novels since completing the main. Based on historical events, the poppy war, brilliantly written, shows you how this war orphan aced the keju, a test that finds the most talented youth, entered the most elite military school, and discovered her unknown power. Rowlings harry potter series, but many point to its origin in earthsea. Also check out our regular staff picks, and subscribe to the biblio file blog and biweekly podcast. Its one of the most wellknown, wellloved series running, and for damn good reasons.
The genre is often characterized by a departure from the accepted rules by which individuals perceive the world around them. Another epic fantasy that doesnt necessary fit the classical definition of an epic fantasy. For example, the dresden files by jim butcher, if it maintains its quality through completion, is going to be one of the finest fantasy series ever written. The 37 best young adult books we ever read business insider. Jade crow is a comic book store owner and secret sorceress who uses her wits and nerdy knowledge to help her and her friends stay one. These books arent your usual hackneyed fat fantasy series they do. I read a few books from neil gaiman and that was when i was introduced to a small part of terry prachett. If several similar results are shown, click the highest one. Best fantasy book series and sci fi book series of all time thrillist. This is the first book in the four book inheritance cycle series, which is reminiscent of tolkien and full of ancient magic, elves, dwarves, and dragon lore. Seriously, there are so many amazing young adult fantasy books hitting shelves in the next year that we dont even know how were going to get through. Best book series for 7th graders ever greatschools. Popular fantasy series books meet your next favorite book.
The testaments margaret atwood becoming michelle obama the starless sea erin morgenstern girl, stop apologizing rachel hollis educated tara westover. I heard or rather read his collaboration with neil gaiman titled good omens. Suggestions for a fantasy book series cant help never heard of those books you already mentioned. Three siblings who move into their ancestral estate after their fathers murder discover their new homes magical keys, which must be used in their stand against an evil creature who wants the keys and their powers. The mercy thompson books by patricia briggs are also quite good, and the southern vampire mysteries by charlaine harris and the hollows series by. The 52,851 subscribers of the rfantasy subreddit were asked to list their top 5 favorite fantasy booksseries theyve ever read, and the users posted favorites were combined to make a top 105. Note that an article on a series of novels should be categorized in the subcategory category. Apr 11, 2018 in the 2000s, the harry potter novels became the rare series read by fantasy fans and non fantasy fans, book lovers and non book lovers, basically everyone on planet earth. These books arent your usual hackneyed fat fantasy series they do something. We reserve the right to remove discussion that does not fulfill the mission of rfantasy.
Every 2 weeks we send out an email with 68 book recommendations. Jan 15, 2019 26 young adult fantasy novels you need to read in the first half of 2019 the night may be dark and full of terrors, but the year is bright and full of incredible books to get you through. The 21 best science fiction and fantasy book series ever. Fantasy the kingkiller chronicle by patrick rothfuss. So here is a 20 minute long video of me talking about my favorite fantasy booksseries. Here are 10 book series that are so addictive, youll wish they had an infinite number of titles.
Kuang, you will find a military fantasy with an orphan girl at the center of it all. The 12 best epic fantasy books like game of thrones reedsy. Oct 14, 2016 the dresden files, by jim butcher 16 books wizard harry dresden is the king of urban fantasy, and the dresden files are the gold standard for the gene. The dresden files, by jim butcher 16 books wizard harry dresden is the king of urban fantasy, and the dresden files are the gold standard for the gene. And for more great books, check out our lists of the best book series for tweens and books tweens and teens recommend to friends. Geralt of rivia, a solitary monster hunter, struggles. I read a lot of literature and chic lit for my job, so id like something more fantastical in scope. The gathering, has a fantasy theme and is similarly dominant in the industry.
Beware reader, this is ground untrodden, an exhilarating yet hazardous journey. The second book in the october daye series continues to tell a great urban fantasy story laced with elements of romance. A map and glossary help kids keep track of the exotic place names and words in fantasy languages. Jan 22, 2020 this anthology series was created by robert lynn asprin in 1978. To say shannara is a series of books is like saying the olympics are a sporting event.
My fantasy books recommendations 27 may, 2017 14 july, 2017 chellesbookramblings in real life i dont usually tell people to read this or that book, maybe because i dont have that many friends that love reading as much as i do. See more ideas about books, favorite books, my books. Start typing the title or the author of a book you like, and click on the link underneath which matches best. The first four books of this awesome series have just been gathered into a large omnibus entitled level grind, with the rest to follow in a second volume next year, boss fight.
Mostly ya books, but i think a good story isnt limited to a specific age range. This is the story of kvothe, an adventurer and musician, as he recalls his lifes adventures to a scribe named devan lochees, also called the chronicler. The popularity of this series has exploded over the last several years, so what list wouldnt. This anthology series was created by robert lynn asprin in 1978. Mostly ya books, but i think a good story isnt limited to a. Its actually a shared world fantasy series, meaning multiple authors contributed stories to the book, all set in the fictional city of sanctuary in the rankan empire. You can step inside magnificent worlds or familiar settings. In the 2000s, the harry potter novels became the rare series read by fantasy fans and nonfantasy fans, book lovers and nonbook lovers, basically everyone on. Thepowder mage trilogy is a flintlock fantasy, meaning its set during the. Maybe youll never find a book better than harry potter, but that doesnt mean you cant enjoy reading other novels about magic, friendship. Less a fantasy series and more a complex dedication to worldbuilding. Darby stanchfield, connor jessup, emilia jones, jackson robert scott.
Sorry, i dont consider that stuff good enough to make this list by far. The first 5 books chronicle the adventures and plots for the crown of prince corwin, one of nine princes of amber. I love the fantasy genre, read tolkien at a fairly young age and started a lifelong love. Im looking for a book series to binge read while im down there. Fantasy fiction genre definition find me an author.
From werewolves in manhattan to gnomes in suburban gardens, it is a major part of the movement that is redefining fantasy in the 21stcentury. Well base this on various factors for example if you like jack reacher. The powder mage trilogy is a flintlock fantasy, meaning its set during the. Blog posted on friday, dec 21 the 12 best epic fantasy books like game of thrones we get it. With the second season being over, im suffering from game of thronessong of ice and fire withdrawal. I have read the entire series 3 times and have loved even more every time. Insert your email below to start getting these recommendations. I can offer the shanara chronicles, the temeraire books dragons mixed in with the napoleonic wars france vs the british empire, tolkiens silmarillion and the children of hurin, or heck, the sword of truth series or you could watch. Looking for a list of the alltime best fantasy books and book series. Anyone have any recommendations on books or series of books. Martins epic fantasy series takes place on the fictional continents of. The 52,851 subscribers of the r fantasy subreddit were asked to list their top 5 favorite fantasy books series theyve ever read, and the users posted favorites were combined to make a top 105. Jan 04, 2016 must read fantasy books, as well as some recommendations for getting started in the genre. In the 2000s, the harry potter novels became the rare series read by fantasy fans and non fantasy fans, book lovers and non book lovers, basically everyone on planet earth.
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