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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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Antiheroes in Sci-Fi and Fantasy Like Kaz Brekker From Shadow and Bone

Leigh Bardugo's mastermind made his debut in Six of Crows and returns to Netflix in Season 2 of Shadow and Bone.

Christopher Paolini Announces Long-Awaited Inheritance Sequel, Murtagh

It's been more than 20 years since Eragon first hit book shelves, but bestselling author Christopher Paolini returns at last to the world of Dragon Riders.

I Used Artificial Intelligence to Make My Book Cover. Here's Why.

I'm no artist, but for the re-release of my novel The Deluge Drivers, I used artificial intelligence to create an original book cover.

Shannon Chakraborty Breaks Down Her Writing Process and New Book, The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi

Bestselling author Shannon Chakraborty debuts a new fantasy series set 1,000 years before The City of Brass.

9 Epic Fantasy Series With Expansive World-Building Like Malazan Book of the Fallen

World-building comes first in Malazan Book of the Fallen and these epic fantasy series.

Seanan McGuire's Backpacking Through Bedlam Turns 'Happily Ever After' on Its Head

The 12th book in McGuire's bestselling InCryptid series finally reunites long lost sorcerer Thomas Price with his family.

D. Eric Maikranz Self-Published His First Novel. His Fans Turned It Into a Major Motion Picture.

Book two of The Reincarnationist Papers series comes with new twists, new lives, and new expectations.

Review: A Day of Fallen Night by Samantha Shannon

The long-awaited prequel of The Priory of the Orange Tree stands on its own in Shannon's fantastic world history.

Epic Fantasy Book Series Like Brandon Sanderson's The Stormlight Archive

Dive into vast worlds and grand adventures with these epic fantasy series.

3 Common Writing Mistakes New Sci-Fi/Fantasy Authors Make

These three common writing mistakes can keep your first novel from realizing its full potential.

19 Fantasy Romance Books That Are Sure to Satisfy

Fantasy stories with a side—or full serving—of romance.

Tips and Resources for Writing Your First Sci-Fi/Fantasy Novel

These books helped me learn about story structure, characterization, and the most important aspect of writing: persistence.

6 Thrilling Books for Gamers and Fans of The Last of Us

These page-turners imagine worlds you won’t want to leave.

50 of the Best Fantasy Books for Kids

These magical adventures draw in young readers. 

25 Epic Books Like The Name of the Wind

These grand tales will sweep you away just like Patrick Rothfuss’s Kingkiller Chronicle saga.

Compelling Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Blurbs That Draw You in Immediately

You can't judge a book by its cover, but sometimes you can judge it by the blurb.

8 Dark Academia Fantasy Books Like Leigh Bardugo's 'Hell Bent'

If you devoured book two of Leigh Bardugo's Alex Stern series, these novels can help quench your craving for dark academia fantasy.

Our Favorite Magical Forests in Fantasy Books

Magical forests are a staple of the fantasy genre, and this list of great books includes some of our favorite enchanted woodlands.