Emily Elizabeth Louie, American University

Christopher Paolini’s ‘The Inheritance Cycle,’ a series about dragons, magic and distant lands, uses detailed storytelling and worldbuilding to keep its following engaged two decades later.

Janey Schmidt, Columbia College Chicago

Everyone loves a good story, and while it can be hard to put down an old favorite, it is essential to broaden your horizons by reading modern novels by new and upcoming writers.

Sonia Noorbakhsh, UC Berkeley

The novels by this dark fantasy/romance author will leave you thirsty for more.

Illusion Ventura, Whittier College

While very little information has been released about the beloved series’s upcoming film, we do know that it will be featuring a refreshing anime art style.

Isabella Savides, University of Pretoria

If you want to watch the most recent installment of the fantasy drama but can’t remember everything that has happened, here’s a quick recap.

Isabella Savides, University of Pretoria

While mystical series generally follow a predictable formula that may dissuade new readers, the Canadian author offers a refreshing take on the genre.

Angelica Rovinski, Arcadia University

The paranormal writer might just be the perfect choice for someone looking for books including a variety of fantastical (and erotic) aspects.

Samantha Havela, University of Michigan

As readers await the release of ‘A Court of Silver Flames,’ it’s a good time to revisit the series’  unbelievably intricate worldbuilding, strong women and realistic character development.

Anna Barnard, St. Olaf College

The ever-popular series uses incredible world-building to offer a critique of those that invoke a higher power to justify their influence.

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

So-called ‘portal fantasy’ reveals the awe, fear and transformative power of traveling to another world — one that might be appealing in our present dystopia.

Kayla Placide, University at Buffalo

Both shows are based on beloved fantasy books, but are they comparable?

Eleanore Belanger, Arizona State University

Will Artemis be the next ‘Harry Potter’ or the next ‘Percy Jackson’?

Sierra Zareck, Haverford College

Rife with magic, nuance and creativity, fantasy gets to completely reimagine what’s possible.