Necromancer Fantasy: A Guide to the Genre (2024 Edition)
Some of the most popular sub-genres of fantasy that you may be familiar with are high fantasy, urban fantasy, and dark fantasy. Each of these categories includes further breakdowns of even more specific genres. Necromancer fantasy is a genre that is growing in popularity. It is a versatile genre that can fit into many other […]
Warlock Fantasy: A Guide to the Genre (2024 Edition)
There are so many magical and supernatural beings that exist in fantasy literature. They each have their own powers, motivations, and magic that makes them unique and exciting to read about. One of these magical beings common in fantasy literature is warlocks. Warlock fantasies are very popular and for good reason. They heavily feature magic […]
Musketeer Fantasy: A Guide to the Genre (2024 Edition)
Musketeer fantasy is a unique and exciting genre that does not get the attention it deserves. If you like action and adventure mixed with a bit of magic and the supernatural, you will probably like musketeer fantasy. Keep reading to find out more about this exciting genre, and get some recommendations for where to begin […]
Fantasy Featuring Mind Control: A Guide to the Genre (2024 Edition)
Mind control is a fairly uncommon element in a fantasy series. It is more often seen in sci-fi than it is in fantasy. But that does not mean that fantasy featuring mind control does not exist. There are many great fantasy novels that include elements of mind control, persuasion, and the like. Keep reading to […]
Fantasy Featuring Civil War: A Genre Guide (2024 Edition)
With so many sub-genres of fantasy out there, it can be helpful to break the genre down into sub-niches. This can help readers find novels that they are interested in. Fantasy featuring civil war is a fairly common trope within the genre. Wars are incredibly common in fantasy, and civil wars definitely have their place, […]
Tribal Fantasy: A Guide to the Genre (2024 Edition)
When you think of “fantasy,” it is likely that you think of medieval Europe or stories in settings somewhat like medieval Europe. There is nothing wrong with that. Medieval Europe is the setting of some of the most amazing fantasies in the world. But fantasy is so much more than medieval Europe. There are other settings, […]
Dark Medieval Fantasy: A Guide to the Genre (2024 Edition)
Medieval fantasy is an incredibly popular genre. Some of the most-read fantasy novels of all time are within this genre. There is definitely a lot to enjoy in a medieval fantasy, but perhaps it is time to consider a new genre. Dark medieval fantasy takes all of the great parts of medieval fantasy and puts […]
Ancient Egypt Fantasy: A Guide to the Genre (2024 Edition)
Fantasy novels that incorporate history into them are often some of the most captivating and intriguing novels out there. The melding of history and fantasy can make otherwise dry historical content more exciting! Historical fantasy is an amazing genre that has so much to offer. And ancient Egypt fantasy is a genre that is typically […]
Persian Fantasy: A Guide to the Genre (2024 Edition)
When we think of fantasy novels, we typically think of medieval Europe. Knights, kings, dragons, and wars are common in fantasy literature, and for good reason. These things are interesting and compelling, and they make a great backdrop for a fantasy novel. However, there is a whole world of fantasy novels that do not take […]
Slave Fantasy: A Guide to the Genre (2024 Edition)
Slave fantasy: these are probably two words you never thought you would hear together. However, This is a popular genre of fantasy novels, and it is only getting more popular. While it is still quite a new genre, there are still a large number of books in the genre indicating it appeals to many types […]
Dark High Fantasy: A Guide to the Genre (2024 Edition)
Dark fantasy and high fantasy are two awesome sub-genres of fantasy literature that make for some gloomy adventures. If you enjoy reading either dark fantasy or high fantasy, you may want to look into the genre of dark high fantasy. This genre will be sure to frighten you and leave you on the edge of […]
Roman Fantasy: A Guide to the Genre (2024 Edition)
When most think of the fantasy genre, they don’t often think of Roman fantasy. Instead, we often think of Medieval England. Knights, dragons, and evil kings are very common in fantasy literature, and that popularity probably isn’t going away anytime soon. However, if you are in the mood for something other than “traditional” fantasy and […]