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Fantasy Books Stories

Whether you prefer epic fantasy series or standalone fantasy, there’s nothing like getting lost in the pages of a fantasy book. But where to begin with all the treasures of the fantasy genre? Fantasy is a vast realm, and there can be distinct differences between low fantasy, urban fantasy, sword and sorcery, grimdark, and the myriad other subgenres

Thankfully, The Portalist offers a map to help you on your quest. We recommend classic fantasy, award-winning titles, underrated works, and the bibliography of icons like Neil Gaiman, Ursula K. Le Guin, Terry Pratchett, and other greats. And from exploring beloved characters to landmark quotes, we go deep on foundational series such as George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire series and Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings. 

If you’re interested in writing fantasy—in addition to reading it!—explore The Portalist’s writing advice on how to perfect the magic system in your work in progress, honing worldbuilding, and surprising yourself through your own fiction. 

Regardless of what you want from your fantasy quest, we’re excited to help you achieve your destiny. Grab your sword, your sidekick, and a bit of Chosen One panache, and embark on your fantasy quest today.

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Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros Brings More Dragons, More War, and More Romance

How does the second book of The Empyrean stack up to the phenomenon that is Fourth Wing?

17 Books to Read If You're a Fan of American Gods 

Satisfy your craving for epic tales of gods, magic, and wayward mortals.

16 Meta Fantasy Novels About Books, Stories, and Libraries

Books within books, stories within stories. These sci-fi/fantasy novels are perfect for people who can never have enough books.

8 Completed Romantasy Series You Can Binge Right Now

If you don't have the patience to wait around for sequels, try these completed romantasy series.

Thornhedge Is T. Kingfisher's Latest Fairy Tale Masterpiece

Author T. Kingfisher won the 2023 Hugo Award for Best Novel, and she returns to bookshelves with this lovely story of a toad-shaped heroine.

11 Books Like The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern

Curiosities and star-crossed loves abound in this list of sci-fi/fantasy for fans of The Night Circus.

The Dragons of Deepwood Fen Kicks Off an Exciting New Epic Fantasy Series

Fans of Guy Gavriel Kay, Robert Jordan, and, well, dragons will love the newest novel from Bradley P. Bealieu.

[CLOSED] Enter for Your Chance to Win The Desert Magician's Duology by Nnedi Okorafor

Five winners will receive Nnedi Okorafor's Shadow Speaker and Like Thunder.

10 Must-Read Contemporary Fantasy Books

Contemporary fantasy is where magic meets modernity.

Gritty Fantasy Books for Fans of The Blade Itself

If you love Joe Abercrombie's work, you're sure to appreciate some of these books, which are full of black humor and compelling characters.

A Beginner's Guide to Brandon Sanderson's Mistborn

Here's everything you need to know about the planet Scadrial, from Allomancy to Twinborns and more.

Sagas to Keep You Satisfied Until The Winds of Winter

Craving more feuding families, bloodshed, and, of course, dragons? Let these books tide you over.

What We Want to See From the Percy Jackson Series on Disney+

Will the upcoming Disney+ series be the version fans deserve?

Epic Fantasy Series to Read When You've Finished The Wheel of Time

Whether you're a fan of Robert Jordan's classic novels or the Amazon adaptation, this reading list will keep you busy and entertained.

[CLOSED] Enter for Your Chance to Win the Adrian X Isolde Duology

Five winners will receive both books of Scarlett St. Clair's romantasy series.

A Kingdom of Stars and Shadows and 8 More Must-Read Adult Fantasy Romances

Looking for a more mature romantasy? Try more great titles like Holly Renee's A Kingdom of Stars and Shadows.

10 Must-Read SFF Books Based on Your Favorite Trope

Sci-fi and fantasy books are full of interesting tropes. Here are 10 of our favorites.

8 Great Books to Gift SFF Fans

These new and award-winning titles make for great gifts.