Fantasy for the Ages

July 2024: Here’s Jim’s hopes and dreams for what he might read in this glorious summer month. Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? Caine Black Knife: https://t.ly/yGU9V Caine’s Law: https://t.ly/9u-MX Down Below Beyond: https://t.ly/iAc5U Dust of Dreams: https://t.ly/vdJWa Kumasagi Series: https://t.ly/uvByz Surviving the Apocalypse: https://t.ly/dTh_G Ways to connect with us: Su...

Where did June go? Jim shares the books he was able to enjoy over the course of the 30 days of June, and gives his ratings of each. Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? Armageddon: https://t.ly/bL-1d Blade of Tyshalle: https://t.ly/11Z1G Demon’s Tear: https://t.ly/LCJN1 Down Below Beyond: https://t.ly/iAc5U Heroes Die: https://t.ly/bJ7hE The Living Dead: https://t.ly/esmfU Moon Co...

Here it is, the big finish. The payoff. Jim brings his final top 20 books of the Top 100 Fantasy Books he has enjoyed over the years, as of 2024. What could the best be? Watch and see. Missed Parts 1, 2, or 3? Find it here: https://youtu.be/UQi8fkktXXo https://youtu.be/fOI65WPLuX0 https://youtu.be/0w7lZjx3HE0 https://youtu.be/YV7FhlawMC8 Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? All th...

Now we’re getting to the REALLY good stuff, as Jim shares books 21-40 on his 100 Best Fantasy Reads of all time. He’s read a great deal of fantastic fantasy novels. Which are good enough to be THIS. high on the list? Missed Parts 1, 2, or 3? Find it here: https://youtu.be/UQi8fkktXXo https://youtu.be/fOI65WPLuX0 https://youtu.be/0w7lZjx3HE0 Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? Bla...

Back again today with more of my Top 100 Fantasy Books as of 2024, this time books 41-60. We’re rising higher, and so is the quality of these books! Let’s see what else you might find to agree with, disagree with, or just add to the TBR Missed Parts 1 or 2? Find it here: https://youtu.be/UQi8fkktXXo https://youtu.be/fOI65WPLuX0 Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? Beyond the Shado...

Spurred by an experience this weekend, Jim shares a random revelation about cats. Enjoy this odd little humorous piece. 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 Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Fantasy4t...

Jim’s taken the time to rank his top 100 fantasy books. Here in Part 2 of 5, Jim is revealing 61-80 of the list. So hard to choose the order, so many great books. Perhaps your TBR will grow a bit more here… Missed Part 1? Find it here: https://youtu.be/UQi8fkktXXo Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? 11/22/63: https://www.amazon.com/11-22-63-Stephen-King/dp/1451627289 The Bands of...

Jim’s taken the time to rank his top 100 fantasy books he’s read over the years. Here’s 81-100 of the list. What gems will you discover? Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? Academ’s Fury: https://www.amazon.com/Academs-Fury-Jim-Butcher/dp/0441013406 Antrax: https://www.amazon.com/Antrax-Voyage-Jerle-Shannara-Brooks/dp/0345397673 Cursor’s Fury: https://www.amazon.com/Cursors-Fury-...

Here’s Jim’s spoiler-lite review of Blade of Tyshalle, book 2 of The Acts of Caine by Matthew Stover. Heck of a book - Jim’s got some really positive things to say. Negative? WAFO Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? The Acts of Caine: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=the+acts+of+caine+by+matthew+stover&gad_ The Living Dead: https://www.amazon.com/Living-Dead-George-Romero-ebook/dp/...

Soon to begin the final two books of Malazan Book of the Fallen, Jim is bringing his questions today, the things still hanging out there that he is hoping get resolved in this epic conclusion. Full spoil through Book 8, but NO SPOIL for 9 or 10. He knows nothing about these, and so it shall stay until he reads! Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? Toll the Hounds: https://www.amaz...

Jim is joined by Derek of D&J’s Epic Quest Podcast, primarily a Malazan Book of the Fallen read through show - which Jim loves. Derek is a Dune nube - he’s read only the first book, and seen the newest two film adaptations. Let’s find out what he REALLY thinks is going on in this story today. Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? Dune: https://www.amazon.com/Dune-Chronicles-Boo...

Jim & Zach take time to discuss their full thoughts on a series they’ve each reach, Riyria Revelations, by Michael J. Sullivan. Mostly spoiler-lite. Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? Riyria Revelations: https://www.amazon.com/Riyria-Revelations-3-book-series/dp/B074CG96KL Ways to connect with us: Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Follow Jim/Fa...

Jim talks about apocalypse-focused movies today, and creates his personal Top 10 of such films. Throws in a few honorable mentions, as well. Will your favorites make the list? Want to stream media mentioned in this video? 28 Days Later: Not available currently in the U.S. Dawn of the Dead (Original): https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/amzn1.dv.gti.8148bdfa-91b8-44f1-a205-219ff0b66989 Dawn of t...

Jim & Zach begin the seventh book of The Wheel of Time, utilizing their patented (not really) spoiler-lite technique. Here, they cover the Prologue and the first two chapters. Want to purchase books mentioned in this video? A Crown of Swords: https://www.amazon.com/Crown-Swords-Book-Seven-Wheel-ebook/dp/B003H4I5G2 Ways to connect with us: Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyF...

Using examples from fantasy tales we know and love, Jim explains his Top 10 Rules for Surviving a Fantasy Story. But will those characters ever listen? Probably not… Want to purchase books mentioned in this video? Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: https://www.amazon.com/Harry-Potter-Deathly-Hallows-Rowling-ebook/dp/B0192CTMWS Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire: https://www.amazon.com/gp/produ...

Making use of the collective rating scores on Goodreads, Jim evaluates the books he’s read over the years. Which of them are the 10 best, according to Goodreads readers? And which, the 10 worst? Interesting… Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? The Colorado Kid: https://www.amazon.com/Colorado-Kid-Hard-Case-Crime/dp/1789091551 From a Buick 8: https://www.amazon.com/Buick-8-Novel-S...

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...