Fantasy for the Ages

Jim noticed yet another week has gone by, so he’s here to share another weekly update. Books, shows, travel, and more! Want to purchase books / stream media mentioned in this video? The Blade of Tyshalle: https://www.amazon.com/Blade-Tyshalle-Matthew-Woodring-Stover/dp/0345421434 Chopped: https://www.max.com/shows/chopped-volume-3/e15a9d57-a3e6-4da1-9048-b70ff66e3f10 CSI: Vegas: https://www.paramo...

Zach enjoyed his read of Ninth House, by Leigh Bardugo. Here’s his spoiler-lite reaction video. Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? Ninth House: https://www.amazon.com/Ninth-House-Leigh-Bardugo/dp/1250313074 Ways to connect with us: Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scr...

Jim’s spoiler-lite review and reaction to Moon Cops on the Moon, a fantastical comedic science fiction novel by C.T. Phipps. You’ll have a great idea whether or not this book is for you after watching this video. Want to purchase the book mentioned in this video? Moon Cops on the Moon: https://www.amazon.com/Moon-Cops-C-T-Phipps-ebook/dp/B0CD7QKBQJ Ways to connect with us: Support us on Patreon: h...

Jim shares his reaction to and thoughts about House of the Dragon Season 2, Episode 1. Want to stream the media mentioned in this video? House of the Dragon: https://play.max.com/show/c68e69d7-9317-428a-a615-cdf8fe5a2e06 Ways to connect with us: Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven...

Jim & Zach discuss some of the best fantasy movies of all time, and then try to collectively decide their personal top 10. See what you agree with! Want to stream media mentioned in this video? Big Fish: https://www.amazon.com/Big-Fish-Billy-Crudup/dp/B00190KZUU The Black Cauldron: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/amzn1.dv.gti.bea9f725-1a2e-e8a7-ca55-e1b27d3497f2 Charlie and the Chocolat...

Zach has recently begun to explore anime / manga, and he’s here today to share what he’s been learning about this media and literature format. And he likes! Want to purchase books / stream media mentioned in this video? 86: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08DCVG4CY Battlestar Galactica: https://www.amazon.com/Battlestar-Galactica-Season-1/dp/B000UU2YKE Bones: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B000...

Jim brings the weekly update on books read, media watched, and events experienced. Thanks for checking in! Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? The Blade of Tyshalle: https://www.amazon.com/Blade-Tyshalle-Matthew-Woodring-Stover/dp/0345421434 Chopped: https://www.max.com/shows/chopped-volume-3/e15a9d57-a3e6-4da1-9048-b70ff66e3f10 Dawn of the Planet of the Apes: https://www.amazon....

Jim just recently finished Heroes Die, Book 1 of Matthew Stover’s The Acts of Caine. It was so excellent, he can’t believe more people don’t talk about this. He NEEDS to talk about it, so here you go. Spoiler-lite! Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? Heroes Die: https://www.amazon.com/Heroes-Die-Fantasy-Novel-Caine-ebook/dp/B001MYA38W Ways to connect with us: Support us on Patreo...

Zach continues to explore the romantasy subgenre, having recently completed A Court of Thorns and Roses, by Sarah J. Maas. What did his think? And can he convince his father to try them? Take a look! (Spoiler-lite) Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? A Court of Thorns and Roses: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F7JQTCR Ways to connect with us: Support us on Patreon: https://www.patre...

Mountains, mountains, everywhere. That’s certainly how it feels with some of fantasy & science fiction, and Jim brings a Top 10 list to us today all about that - the Top 10 Mountains for SFF! Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? The Dragonriders of Pern: https://www.amazon.com/Dragonriders-Pern-Dragonflight-Dragonquest-Dragon/dp/0345340248 The Hobbit: https://www.amazon.com/Ho...

Zach shares his spoiler-lite reaction to the first five books of Roger Zelazny’s The Chronicles of Amber. And he doesn’t hold back! Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? The Great Book of Amber: https://www.amazon.com/Great-Book-Amber-Complete-Chronicles/dp/0380809060 Ways to connect with us: Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Follow Jim/Father on Good...

Zach & Jim blow the dust off a video format they haven’t returned to in about a year, Rate a Magic System, for a full spoil discussion of the magic seen in Jim Butcher’s The Dresden Files. After diving into the various elements of magic, they also “score” the magic system with a highly objective rating grid. Enjoy! — Again, SPOILERS! Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? The Dr...

Jim is through Book 8 of this Epic Fantasy series. And his thoughts? Well, that’s why there is a video! Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? Toll the Hounds: https://www.amazon.com/Toll-Hounds-Eight-Malazan-Fallen/dp/0765348853 Ways to connect with us: Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/sh...

Here’s Jim’s spoiler-lite review of the final book of The Bleed Trilogy: Armageddon. He makes some general references to the trilogy as a whole, too. Is it worth your time? Take a look. Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? The Bleed: Armageddon: https://www.amazon.com/Bleed-3-Armaggedon-David-Moody-ebook/dp/B08VX2T4GC Ways to connect with us: Support us on Patreon: https://www.pat...

Star War Toys changed the landscape of how companies sold products related to movies. They also transformed Jim’s childhood. In this episode Jim shares his favorite action figures and other toys from Star Wars. How many will you recognize, or even remember from YOUR childhood? Ways to connect with us: Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads:...

Jim delivers his weekly update of books read, things watched, places visited, things done, and a few other channel tidbits. Thanks for checking in! Want to purchase books mentioned in this video? The Bleed: Armageddon: https://www.amazon.com/Bleed-3-Armaggedon-David-Moody-ebook/dp/B08VX2T4GC Down Below Beyond: https://www.amazon.com/Down-Below-Beyond-T-Bruno-ebook/dp/B0C549NQXP Heroes Die (The Act...

Jim shares his plans for reading over the course of June, 2024. Will he get to all of these??? Want to purchase books mentioned in this video? The Acts of Caine: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074C71NMX The Crippled God: https://www.amazon.com/Crippled-God-Book-Malazan-Fallen/dp/076534887X Demon’s Tear: https://www.amazon.com/Demons-Tear-Jantakai-Saga-Book-ebook/dp/B0CTHR69YY Down Below Beyond: https:...

Jim shares the books he read over May 2024. Some great material! Want to purchase books mentioned in this video? The Poppy War Trilogy: https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Poppy-War-Trilogy-Republic-ebook/dp/B0BXLM3JSF The Ferryman: https://www.amazon.com/Ferryman-Novel-Justin-Cronin-ebook/dp/B0B8GZ58DK Thirteen Storeys: https://www.amazon.com/Thirteen-Storeys-Jonathan-Sims-ebook/dp/B08MZRJGM1 Searchi...

Another spoiler-lite book blast, Jim is coming at you here about book to of The Bleed Trilogy: Rapture, by David Moody, Chris Philbrook, and Mark Tufo. The story went next level, and remains exceedingly entertaining. Sure, still about the apocalypse, and TONS of people die, but the story is still a blast! Want to purchase the book featured in this video? The Bleed: Rapture: https://www.amazon.com/...

The Shannara Series, by Terry Brooks. Is it worth reading? Jim sure thinks so, and here’s his primary reasons why. Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? The Sword of Shannara Trilogy: https://www.amazon.com/Sword-Shannara-Trilogy-Terry-Brooks/dp/0345453751/ Ways to connect with us: Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: http...

Jim may just hurt your soul with this Top 10 List, the Greatest Gut Punch Moments delivered by science fiction and fantasy content. You may need some kleenex nearby. Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? Changes: https://www.amazon.com/Changes-Dresden-Files-Book-12-ebook/dp/B0030DHPAW A Dance with Dragons: https://www.amazon.com/Dance-Dragons-Song-Ice-Fire/dp/0553801473 Ender’s Gam...

Jim returns to share his weekly update on books, media, and activities that have filled his time, as he works to keep the content coming to you. Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? Toll the Hounds: https://www.amazon.com/Toll-Hounds-Eight-Malazan-Fallen/dp/0765348853 Down Below Beyond: https://www.amazon.com/Down-Below-Beyond-T-Bruno/dp/B0C7YF23V2 The Bleed: Rupture (Book 1 of 3)...

Continuing the Star Trek reminisces, Jim has ranked his Top 10 Star Trek: Deep Space 9 episodes for you here today. How much will you agree with? Want to watch media mentioned in this video? Star Trek: Deep Space 9: https://www.paramountplus.com/shows/star_trek_deep_space_nine/ Star Trek: The Next Generation: https://www.paramountplus.com/shows/star_trek_the_next_generation/ Star Trek: Voyager: ht...

Jim shares his spoiler-lite reaction and thoughts to Rupture, book 1 of The Bleed Trilogy by David Moody, Chris Philbrook, and Mark Tufo. He was going to wait and do an episode on the trilogy as a whole, but the first book was just too good to hold off! Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? The Bleed: Rupture: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B087GDCFDR Website mentioned in this e...

Having both read R.F. Kuang’s Poppy War Trilogy (Jim finally caught up with Zach), our duo got together for a full spoil breakdown and discussion of these three books. This is ONLY for those who have read the trilogy, or who don’t care about spoilers, as we spoil the heck out of these books. Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? The Poppy War Trilogy: https://www.amazon.com/Complet...