Darth Bane Trilogy
Science Fiction & Creativity
Darth Bane Trilogy
Drew Karpyshyn
"aDrth Bane Trilogy" by Drew Karpyshyn - The origin story of the Sith Lord.
A Song of Ice and Fire
Science Fiction & Creativity
A Song of Ice and Fire
George R.R. Martin
Complex political maneuvering: "A Song of Ice and Fire" by George R.R. Martin explores the power struggles among noble families in the Seven Kingdoms.
Harry Potter series
Science Fiction & Creativity
Harry Potter series
J.K. Rowling
Young wizards at school: J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter series" chronicles the adventures of a young wizard and his friends at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
The Lord of the Rings
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Lord of the Rings
J.R.R. Tolkien
Epic quest in a magical realm: "The Lord of the Rings" by J.R.R. Tolkien follows Frodo and his companions on their journey to destroy a powerful ring.
Dune
Science Fiction & Creativity
Battle for a desert planet: "Dune" by Frank Herbert tells the story of Paul Atreides and his family's struggle for control of the desert planet Arrakis.
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Science Fiction & Creativity
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Lewis Carroll
Whimsical Wonderland journey: Lewis Carroll's "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" follows Alice as she encounters peculiar characters in a fantastical realm.
The Chronicles of Narnia
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Chronicles of Narnia
C.S. Lewis
Children's adventures in Narnia: C.S. Lewis's "The Chronicles of Narnia" follow the adventures of children who discover a magical world through a wardrobe.
The Name of the Wind
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Name of the Wind
Patrick Rothfuss
Tale of a gifted musician: "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss follows the life of Kvothe, a gifted musician and magician.
His Dark Materials series
Science Fiction & Creativity
His Dark Materials series
Philip Pullman
Multiverse exploration saga: Philip Pullman's "His Dark Materials series" follows Lyra and Will on a journey through parallel universes.
The Wheel of Time series
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Wheel of Time series
Robert Jordan
Epic fantasy in a vast world: Robert Jordan's "The Wheel of Time series" is a sprawling epic featuring various characters in a richly detailed world.
Mistborn series
Science Fiction & Creativity
Mistborn series
Brandon Sanderson
Magic with metal manipulation: Brandon Sanderson's "Mistborn series" features characters who can manipulate metals for various powers.
The Night Circus
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Night Circus
Erin Morgenstern
A magical competition of illusionists: "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern features a magical competition between two young illusionists.
The Hobbit
Science Fiction & Creativity
Hobbit's treasure-seeking adventure: "The Hobbit" by J.R.R. Tolkien follows Bilbo Baggins on a quest to reclaim treasure guarded by a dragon.
The Lies of Locke Lamora
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Lies of Locke Lamora
Scott Lynch
Daring heists in a fantasy city: "The Lies of Locke Lamora" by Scott Lynch follows a group of thieves in the city of Camorr.
Good Omens
Science Fiction & Creativity
Good Omens
Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett
Humorous apocalyptic tale: "Good Omens" by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett humorously explores the events leading up to the apocalypse.
American Gods
Science Fiction & Creativity
Clash between old and new gods: Neil Gaiman's "American Gods" follows Shadow Moon as he gets caught in a conflict between ancient deities and modern gods.
The Kingkiller Chronicle series
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Kingkiller Chronicle series
Patrick Rothfuss
Legendary musician's life story: "The Kingkiller Chronicle series" by Patrick Rothfuss recounts the life of the legendary musician and adventurer Kvothe.
The Dresden Files series
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Dresden Files series
Jim Butcher
Modern wizard's mysteries: Jim Butcher's "The Dresden Files series" features Harry Dresden, a wizard and private investigator.
The Witcher series
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Witcher series
Andrzej Sapkowski
Adventures of a monster hunter: Andrzej Sapkowski's "The Witcher series" follows Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter.
The Earthsea Cycle
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Earthsea Cycle
Ursula K. Le Guin
Wizardry on a series of islands: Ursula K. Le Guin's "The Earthsea Cycle" explores the magical world of Earthsea.
The Stormlight Archive series
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Stormlight Archive series
Brandon Sanderson
Unique epic fantasy world: Brandon Sanderson's "The Stormlight Archive series" unfolds in the richly developed world of Roshar.
The Once and Future King
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Once and Future King
T.H. White
Retelling of Arthurian legend: "The Once and Future King" by T.H. White is a classic Arthurian tale.
The Dark Tower series
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Dark Tower series
Stephen King
Quest for the Dark Tower: Stephen King's "The Dark Tower series" follows Roland Deschain on a quest to reach the Dark Tower.
The Lies of Locke Lamora
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Lies of Locke Lamora
Scott Lynch
Antihero's pursuit of power: Mark Lawrence's "The Broken Empire series" features an antihero's quest for power and revenge.
Neverwhere
Science Fiction & Creativity
Russian folklore and spirits: Katherine Arden's "The Bear and the Nightingale" explores Russian folklore and spirits in a historical setting.
The Kingkiller Chronicle series
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Kingkiller Chronicle series
Patrick Rothfuss
Themes of power and oppression: N.K. Jemisin's "The Inheritance Trilogy" explores themes of power and oppression in a fantastical world.
Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell
Science Fiction & Creativity
Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell
Susanna Clarke
Magic's return to England: "Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell" by Susanna Clarke explores the return of magic to 19th-century England.
Good Omens
Science Fiction & Creativity
Good Omens
Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett
Magic harnessed from light: Brent Weeks' "The Lightbringer series" involves magic based on light and color manipulation.
American Gods
Science Fiction & Creativity
Complex military fantasy: Steven Erikson's "The Malazan Book of the Fallen series" features a vast, intricate world with military themes.
The Dresden Files series
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Dresden Files series
Jim Butcher
Adventures of a royal assassin: Robin Hobb's "The Farseer Trilogy" follows FitzChivalry, a royal assassin.
The Stormlight Archive series
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Stormlight Archive series
Brandon Sanderson
Mysterious Hempstock family: Neil Gaiman's "The Ocean at the End of the Lane" explores memory and the supernatural.
The Witcher series
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Witcher series
Andrzej Sapkowski
Witnessing the Holocaust: "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak tells the story of Liesel Meminger during World War II.
The Dark Tower series
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Dark Tower series
Stephen King
Classic fantasy duo's journey: Michael J. Sullivan's "The Riyria Revelations" features the adventures of Royce and Hadrian.
The Once and Future King
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Once and Future King
T.H. White
A darker take on magic: Lev Grossman's "The Magicians" offers a darker perspective on magic and fantasy.
Neverwhere
Science Fiction & Creativity
Russian folklore and spirits: Katherine Arden's "The Bear and the Nightingale" explores Russian folklore and spirits in a historical setting.
Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell
Science Fiction & Creativity
Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell
Susanna Clarke
Gritty adventures of an assassin: Brent Weeks' "The Night Angel Trilogy" follows an assassin's journey in a gritty world.
The Earthsea Cycle
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Earthsea Cycle
Ursula K. Le Guin
20th-century NYC folklore: "The Golem and the Jinni" by Helene Wecker combines Jewish and Arab folklore in 20th-century New York.
The Broken Empire series
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Broken Empire series
Mark Lawrence
Lawrence's "The Broken Empire series" follows an antihero's quest for power.
The Golem and the Jinni
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Golem and the Jinni
Helene Wecker
Wecker's "The Golem and the Jinni" blends folklore in 20th-century NYC.
The Magicians
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Magicians
Lev Grossman
Grossman's "The Magicians" explores magic in college.
The Ocean at the End of the Lane
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Ocean at the End of the Lane
Neil Gaiman
Gaiman's "The Ocean at the End of the Lane" is a nostalgic tale.
The Farseer Trilogy
Science Fiction & Creativity
The Farseer Trilogy
Robin Hobb
Hobb's "The Farseer Trilogy" is about a royal assassin.
The Forge and the Crucible
Religion & Spirituality
The Forge and the Crucible
Eliade Mircea
"The Forge and the Crucible" unravels the symbolism of metallurgy and alchemy in ancient traditions.
Myth & Reality
Religion & Spirituality
Myth & Reality
Eliade Mircea
"Myth & Reality" delves into the significance of myths and their enduring influence on society.