I am looking for some good, recommended fantasy books to read. Does anyone have any? Mainly magic, adventure, and romance would be nice, too. Dragons would definitely be awesome.
Thank you.
2006-07-06 19:19:34 · 16 answers · asked by sweetbutnasty_1 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
Definitely, Lord of the Rings and the Hobbit
Dark Elf series, R.A. Salvatore
Conan series especially by Robert Jordan
The Dragonlance series especially the Elven Nations Trilogy, Legends Trilogy, and The Meetings Sextet
2006-07-07 05:02:40 · answer #1 · answered by Nico Pulcher 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Any of the 'Wolf' books by Jane Lindskold
Any books by Dennis McKiernan except the Socrates one.
Michael Stackpole's books
John Ringo's 'March to' books
Try Fred Saberhagen's Dracula books
Matthew Woodring Stover
David Weber
Raymond Feist
Trudi Canavan
Eldon Thompson
Mercedes Lackey
Michael Moorcock
Wen Spencer
There are so many author's who write really good fantasy that it is hard to be sujective on the subject.
H. Rider Haggard
H. Beam Piper
Robert Howard
2006-07-07 10:26:07 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi there. I'm the author of a new medieval fantasy book that you might like. The title is THE BLACKGLOOM BOUNTY. It's 445 pages of action, adventure, magic, mystery and mayhem. If you like Conan, LOTR or Harry Potter type books, this is one you'll enjoy. (Reviews included below!)
Good luck, whatever you decide to read!
Jon F. Baxley (Author, Editor, Ghostwriter and Proofreader)
THE SCYTHIAN STONE (eBook only)
THE BLACKGLOOM BOUNTY (eBook and hard cover)
THE REGENTS OF RHUM (coming fall '07)
Major Media Reviews:
Publishers Weekly
STARRED Review. A fast pace, sly humor, amusing dialogue and a richly researched background lift Baxley's fantasy, the first of a new series set in medieval Britain. When Merlin's long-ago apprentice Kruzurk Makshare (aka the Boozer) receives a dreamlike visitation from the legendary mage, he learns he must destroy another former apprentice, the villainous Seed of Cerberus. To do so will require a visit to the demon-guarded Blackgloom Keep. Enter young Daynin McKinnon, who discovers a curious rune-covered headstone, which may be the fabled Blackgloom Bounty, and brings it to Kruz's attention. Kruz believes it will provide entry into the fortress, while Daynin hopes the sale of the stone will restore his family's fortunes. The colorful cast of good guys and ne'er-do-wells includes the Pictish ghost of Brude McAlpin liberated from his tomb, assorted pursuing Caledonians and a bemused Prior Bede, whose monastery serves as a hiding place for the Blackgloom Bounty. Suitable for fantasy enthusiasts of all ages.
Library Journal
"This series opener...is a good choice for fans of epic-style sagas and Scottish history."
Harriet Klausner, Amazon's #1 Ranked Reviewer!
"This terrific medieval fantasy...will elate readers for its fast-paced, action-thrilled story line starring a strong cast."
Nancy McCulloch, PRWEB Article, March 20, 2006
"Two thumbs up for a colorful cast of characters, nonstop, rapid-fire action and compelling storyline!"
Fantasybookspot.com Review by Tyler, Febuary 2006
"Taking place in Medieval Scotland, this tale of magic, adventure and love really captured my attention..."
2006-07-07 07:21:58 · answer #3 · answered by FiveStarAuthor 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings utterly define the genre "fantasy". They're awesome!
2006-07-07 02:24:04 · answer #4 · answered by Rach 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Death Gate cycle, it's a set of 7 books by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman.
The Belgariad and all attached books.
The Elric (eternal champion) set of books.
The Dragonlance books.
Those are a few that I've really enjoyed.
Hope that this helps.
Buddhadan
2006-07-07 02:25:21 · answer #5 · answered by buddhadan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Harry Potter?
2006-07-07 05:27:20 · answer #6 · answered by Vie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
King Fortis the Brave by Michael R. LaMontagne and Ronald E. Snyder.
No dragons in this one, but a whole lot of action and fun.
2006-07-07 18:11:15 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
have you tried harry potter? they got me to actually like reading at first, got me through some bad times - like when my dad died when i was 14 and sooo much else - if you haven't tried them i think you should! :) ps. it also has magic, adventure, dragons...and even romance in the later ones! hehe
2006-07-07 02:30:31 · answer #8 · answered by xSublimeSorrowx 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try reading Terry Pratchett's, Discworld series. They are really funny and have lots of fantasy and magic.
2006-07-07 03:06:15 · answer #9 · answered by Jarron F 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you haven't read 'the wishlist' by eion colfer you should definitely go for it.it's witty and magical,dealing with life after death!also try
the artemis fowl series by the same athor
the simoquin prophecies
harry potter(obviously)and for all in one,try the greek mythologies!!!
2006-07-07 03:38:49 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋