Some of my favorites are "The Belgariad" by David Eddings; "Eragon", "Eldest" by Paolini. Other authors I like is David B. Coe, Stepen Donaldson. I also recently got it to reading manga. So far I have read Ceres Celestial Legend by Yuu Watase.
Anime movie suggestions also. I have just about all Hayao Miyazaki anime DVD including "Spirited Away".
2006-12-01 19:54:32 · 13 answers · asked by rosa 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
I'm into those kinds of books as well, and I found a great epic series in an unexpected place. Try Stephen kings Dark Tower series books I through VII. They're a combination of fantasy, sci-fi, horror, and western. I know, sounds weird, but TRUST me. Seriously, the best series of books I have ever read.
2006-12-01 19:58:41 · answer #1 · answered by neecole82 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Judging from the books you've said you like, I'd recommend "Justin Thyme". Like Harry Potter and the Dark Materials series, it's aimed at kids but has a cross-over adult appeal too, (at least, for those who enjoy the likes of Pullman, Paolini or Rowling). It's part science fiction part fantasy ... sort of science-fantasy, (the chapters are interspersed with time travel theories). It's a tightly plotted adventure - but also a kind of intriguing whodunit, in that there are clues to find. There are no dragons, elves or wizards in it - but it does have the Loch Ness Monster, a teenage billionaire, a computer-literate gorilla and an eight-legged cat! Well, I enjoyed it anyway; in fact, I'm still searching for some of the hidden clues! Here's a link to it on Amazon
http://www.amazon.co.uk/justin-thyme-tar...
2006-12-02 07:31:19 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try some Dragonlance books. Start with Dragons of Autumn Twilight, Dragons of Winter Night, and Dragons of Spring Dawning. ( by Margaret Weiss and Tracy Hickman)
Terry Brooks Shannara series is very good (very 'epic' fantasy type). His Magic Kingdom for Sale series is pretty good too.
Anne McCaffrey's Pern books would get you your dragons.
I have a website that I like. http://www.fantasticfiction.co.uk/ If you do a search for an author (try David Eddings, for example), you'll get a listing of his/her books, but also a "visitors to this page also looked at these authors" listing, so you can look up other authors who might have similar books. And sometimes, books that are 'reccommended' by that author are listed as well.
2006-12-03 01:17:11 · answer #3 · answered by awanderingelf 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have read all available in two series that I really enjoy...am anxiously awaiting the 11th book in The Sword of Truth series by Terry Goodkind & the 4th in a series called A Song of Ice and Fire by George R. R. Martin. Don't know your age but both of these can be a bit explicit in the violence element but very good reading that would keep you busy for awhile!
2006-12-02 08:50:42 · answer #4 · answered by ljrockerlady 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Lord of the Rings
Start with The Hobbit which was written to answer some of the questions arising from the original books. Well worth the effort.
2006-12-02 07:36:20 · answer #5 · answered by Amanda K 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd recommend the Sword of Truth series by Terry Goodkind,
The Riftwar series by Raymond Feist, and anything by Terry Pratchett.
2006-12-04 21:24:51 · answer #6 · answered by leons1701 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should read InuYasha. Its a manga...lots of fighting and love. There's also horror too. Its a really cute series but theres A LOT of volumes...I love the Eragon series too! Are you gonna watch the movie?
2006-12-03 21:01:38 · answer #7 · answered by Jenny 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's a new medieval fantasy series in hardcover that you might like. The title of the first episode is THE BLACKGLOOM BOUNTY. It's 445 pages of action, adventure, magic, mystery and mayhem. If you're a fan of Conan, LOTR or Wheel books, this is one you'll enjoy. A Hollywood producer said it was, "Like Braveheart meets Lord of the Rings." (See other comments & reviews below.)
Good luck, whatever you decide to read!
Major Media Reviews:
Publishers Weekly said in a rare 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 said:
"This series opener...is a good choice for fans of epic-style sagas and Scottish history."
Harriet Klausner, Amazon's #1 Ranked Reviewer said:
"This terrific medieval fantasy...will elate readers for its fast-paced, action-thrilled story line starring a strong cast."
Nancy McCulloch, PRWEB Article:
"Two thumbs up for a colorful cast of characters, nonstop, rapid-fire action and compelling storyline!"
Fantasybookspot.com Review:
"Taking place in Medieval Scotland, this tale of magic, adventure and love really captured my attention..."
Blackgloom @ Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1594144...
2006-12-02 06:41:25 · answer #8 · answered by FiveStarAuthor 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Try the Bartimaeus Trilogy.
2006-12-02 05:24:15 · answer #9 · answered by Jan C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try tokyo mew mew, fushigi yuugi, full moon o sagashite, mermaid melody pichi pichi pitch, hana kimi(not magical but verrrrrrry good). all these you can find by searching on google or yahoo for the name of the manga and the the word 'scanlations': tokyo mew mew scanlations. You can also watch them on youtube.com.
2006-12-03 03:26:20 · answer #10 · answered by Ashiya Mizuki 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋