Fantasy fiction has exploded in popularity in recent years, with epic tales of magic, monsters and mythical worlds capturing the imagination of readers across the world.
If you can’t get enough of authors like N.K. Jemisin, Robin Hobb, and George R.R. Martin, you’ll want to check out these top fantasy blogs for your regular dose of news, reviews, and commentary from the world of fantasy literature.
The British Fantasy Society
(www.britishfantasysociety.org/blog/)
Run by the British Fantasy Society, this blog features reviews of new fantasy book releases by British authors and posts from their annual FantasyCon event. It’s a great way to discover new British fantasy writers and series to add to your reading list.
Fantasy Faction
One of the most popular fantasy blogs online, Fantasy Faction features in-depth discussions of all aspects of fantasy, from analyses of magic systems in different novels to debates about tropes and trends in the genre. They also post regular author interviews.
Fantasy Café
Book lover Kristen runs this blog sharing her passion for fantasy books old and new. She posts thoughtful, in-depth reviews and has a “My Favorite Bit” series highlighting fun excerpts from fantasy novels.
The Wertzone
(www.thewertzone.blogspot.com)
British blogger Adam Whitehead reviews an impressively wide range of fantasy books and shares news about upcoming releases. He also covers fantasy computer games and TV/film adaptations of popular fantasy series.
Speculative Fiction Junkie
(www.speculativefictionjunkie.co.uk)
UK blogger Susan clarifies that she’s “a speculative fiction junkie, not a drug addict!” She writes reviews focused on the young adult fantasy genre but also covers adult and children’s fantasy books, short stories and more.
So check out these top sites to discover your next great fantasy read and connect with fellow fantasy fans online. Just beware of getting sucked into magical digital rabbit holes when you meant to be doing work.
