Jim (Father) and Zach (Son) talk about their ideas and perspectives on fantasy fiction, starting with Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time series but straying in various other directions as well. The generational difference in how they view what they read will become obvious (and entertaining, they hope!). Come enjoy our debates and explorations over what all these books mean, and see who you agree with.
Think you’ve read all the best fantasy, science fiction, and horror novels? Think again. In this episode, I’m counting down 30 spectacular but little-known books published since 1970—hidden gems you …
It’s time for a full spoil conversation about Red Sister, Book 1 of The Book of the Ancestor trilogy by Mark Lawrence!
In this episode, Jim interviews Zach about his very first read-through of this br…
Step into a world of assassins, political intrigue, and mysterious magic in my review of A Conspiracy of Ravens by Stephen Hubbard — Book 1 of The Codex of Wretches & Kings.
In this spoiler-lite discu…
Join us as we count down the most epic fantasy heroes of the 2020s! From magical warriors to legendary mages, we're exploring the most iconic and powerful heroes that have captivated audiences in rec…
Join us as we count down the most iconic fantasy heroes of the decade! From mythical warriors to magical mavericks, we're celebrating the characters that have captured our imaginations and inspired o…
Dive into the world of 2000s fantasy and uncover what makes the protagonists of this iconic era so brilliant! From incredible wit to mind-boggling courage, we're exploring the characteristics that ma…
Join Jim on a nostalgic trip back to the epic decade of fantasy icons! From the wisecracking heroes to unforgettable creatures, we're diving into what made these legends of the fantasy world so iconi…
Get ready for a blast from the past as we count down the most epic fantasy heroes of the 80s! From sword-wielding warriors to magic-wielding wizards, we're exploring the iconic characters that define…
Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey through the world of fantasy! In this epic countdown, we're revisiting the most iconic heroes of the 1970s, the decade that brought us some of the most unfo…
Join me on a thrilling journey as we delve into the fascinating world of fantasy legends from the 1960s! In this episode, we're counting down the most iconic protagonists from Ged to Gurgi, exploring…
Explore the epic fantasy heroes of the 1950s era! Join us on a thrilling journey through the most iconic characters that shaped the fantasy genre. From legendary warriors to mythical creatures, we'll…
Dive into the magical world of Narnia as we explore the often-overlooked gem, The Silver Chair. Is it the most sleeper hit in the series? Join us as we delve into the story, characters, and themes th…
Join the conversation as we delve into the world of Science Fiction and Fantasy writing, where Millennials are making their mark! From epic fantasy quests to dystopian futures, this new generation of…
Get ready for a literary revolution! In this epic episode, we're shining the spotlight on the trailblazing Generation X authors who are taking the science fiction and fantasy genres by storm. From gr…
Join us on a journey through literary history as we explore the most iconic books of all time, written by the talented baby boomers who shaped the world of science fiction and fantasy literature. Fro…
Get ready to experience the undead like never before! This fresh take on the zombie apocalypse is a game-changer for fans of the genre. From heart-pumping action sequences to unexpected twists and tu…
Explore the uncharted territory of fantasy novels from 2010-2023 that were shockingly snubbed by major awards. In this episode, we'll delve into the fascinating stories and worlds that flew under the…
Get ready for a blast from the past as we dive into the forgotten fantasy gems of the 2000s! From brilliant debut novels to overlooked fantasy treasures, we're counting down the fantasy tales of the …
Join Jim traveling down memory lane to explore the era of 1990s fantasy novels, particularly the best books to be snubbed by the award circuit. From beloved classics to cult favorites, we're counting…
Check out this audio of our livestream event, where we celebrated that major milestone - 3,000 subscribers! This epic celebration was a ton of fun, filled with laughs, games, surprises, fiction recom…