Fantasy
Galadriel: A Lord of the Rings Character Guide
Here's everything you need to know about Galadriel, the powerful and beautiful Lady of Lórien, before her apperance in Prime Video's The Rings of Power.
When Does ‘The Rings of Power’ Take Place? Tolkien's Second Age, Explained
Whether you're a longtime Tolkien aficionado or a newly initiated fan, this guide to the major events and characters of The Second Age will leave you ready for the world of Prime Video's The Rings of Power.
A.F. Steadman on Why Our Differences Make Us Stronger
“Skandar and the Unicorn Thief,” the first installment in Steadman’s debut middle-grade series, offers a ferocious alternate vision for the myth of the unicorn—and asks what being a hero really means.
Michael J. Sullivan's Newest Hero, 'Farilane,' Rises to the Challenge
The second installment of the Rise and Fall Trilogy returns to Elan with a captivating new character—and the beloved voice of narrator Tim Gerard Reynolds.
Nghi Vo Adds a Touch of Fantasy to Hollywood's Magic
From the award-winning author of "The Chosen and the Beautiful" and "The Empress of Salt and Fortune," "Siren Queen" follows a queer actress during a Pre-Code Hollywood teeming with literal soul-stealing producers, sprites, and changelings.
'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,' Explained
From Cornish Pixies to the Hungarian Horntail, there’s no shortage of peculiar beasts in Harry Potter. Luckily, 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them' is here to help you understand the ins and outs of the wizarding world’s most incredible creatures.
Sabaa Tahir writes stories of hope
Sabaa Tahir, best-selling author of the YA fantasy series An Ember in the Ashes, shines in her contemporary debut, "All My Rage."
Holly Black Appreciates a Good Con
The best-selling author of The Folk of the Air series and the Spiderwick Chronicles debuts her first adult fantasy, “Book of Night,” which follows an accomplished con artist as she navigates the criminal underworld of shadow magic and those hunting for its secrets.
On Kindness, Loyalty, and Quiet Valor: What We Can Learn from Samwise Gamgee, the True Hero of The Lord of the Rings
There's no shortage of heroes in the cast of Tolkien's masterwork; here's why one simple gardener stands well above the rest.
Who Is J.R.R. Tolkien? Celebrating the Incomparable Creator of Middle-earth
Whether you're a longtime LOTR fan or just discovering the world of Hobbits and Elves, here are some fascinating facts about the Father of Fantasy—just in time for Tolkien Reading Day!
Elena Gilbert: The Vampire Diaries Character Guide
Here's everything you ever wanted to know about Elena, the woman at the heart of L. J. Smith's popular series and the long-standing conflict between two vampire brothers.
10 dark fantasy adventures to listen to after "Impact Winter"
Craving another thrilling supernatural story with bite? We've got you covered.