Fantasy for the Ages

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...

Zach and Jim discuss their thoughts about Thirteen Storeys, by Jonathan Sims, a paranormal, lite horror tale. Delightfully creepy, with some great twists. Want to purchase books mentioned in this video? Thirteen Storeys: https://www.amazon.com/Thirteen-Storeys-Jonathan-Sims-ebook/dp/B08MZRJGM1 Deadhouse Gates: https://www.amazon.com/Deadhouse-Gates-Book-Malazan-Fallen-ebook/dp/B002S6UNRE Toll the...

More Star Trek! This time, Jim struggles through the massive number of episodes in Star Trek: The Next Generation to create another Top 10 list. Did he choose the ones you agree with? Take a look. Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this video? Star Trek: The Next Generation: https://www.amazon.com/Star-Trek-Generation-Complete-Blu-ray/dp/B01BP06ENA Stream Star Trek: The Next Generation on P...

Jim finally watched Dune Part Two, as it came out streaming on Max. Here’s his thoughts - MOSTLY positive, but some thoughts… Want to purchase books mentioned in this video? Dune: https://www.amazon.com/Dune-Chronicles-Book-1/dp/0441013597 Dune Messiah: https://www.amazon.com/Dune-Messiah-Frank-Herbert/dp/0593201736 Watch the movie today on Max! https://www.max.com/movies/dune/e7dc7b3a-a494-4ef1-8...

Jim’s back to bring viewers up-to-date on his reads, watches, and activities of the past week. Want to purchase books 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 Ferryman: https://www.amazon.com/Ferryman-Novel-Justin-Cronin-ebook/dp/B0B8GZ58DK Th...

Jim ranks his Top 10 Favorite episodes from Star Trek: The Original Series. Plus, a few surprises! Want to purchase these great seasons? Star Trek: The Original Series: https://www.amazon.com/Star-Trek-Original-Complete-Blu-ray/dp/B09792X61L 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/...

Jim shares his review of Justin Cronin’s 2023 novel, The Ferryman, first in spoiler-lite mode, then (with plenty of warning) shifting to full spoil coverage of the book. Want to purchase the book mentioned in this video? The Ferryman: https://www.amazon.com/Ferryman-Novel-Justin-Cronin/dp/052561947X Ways to connect with us: Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Follow Ji...

Jim reminiscences about some of his favorite TV shows of science fiction and fantasy that count as “classic,” airing over 20 years ago. We’re talking some great content! He ranks the Top 10. See if you agree. 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 D...

Jim shares his thoughts on the 2024 adaptation of Shogun, as seen on Hulu. Season 1??? Want to purchase books mentioned in this video? Shogun: https://www.amazon.com/Shōgun-Complete-Novel-James-Clavell/dp/B0CMYP5HQ7 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...

Responding to viewer requests, Jim follows up on his Top 10 Completed Classic Fantasy Series with this Top 10 Complete Classic Science Fiction Series list. Man, so many great things to read!!! Want to purchase books mentioned in this video? The Book of the New Sun: https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Book-New-Sun-Conciliator-ebook/dp/B075JL493G Commonwealth Saga: https://www.amazon.com/Pandoras-Star-C...