Fantasy
'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,' Explained
From Cornish Pixies to the Hungarian Horntail, there’s no shortage of peculiar beasts in Harry Potter. Luckily, 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them' is here to help you understand the ins and outs of the wizarding world’s most incredible creatures.
Sabaa Tahir writes stories of hope
Sabaa Tahir, best-selling author of the YA fantasy series An Ember in the Ashes, shines in her contemporary debut, "All My Rage."
Holly Black Appreciates a Good Con
The best-selling author of The Folk of the Air series and the Spiderwick Chronicles debuts her first adult fantasy, “Book of Night,” which follows an accomplished con artist as she navigates the criminal underworld of shadow magic and those hunting for its secrets.
On Kindness, Loyalty, and Quiet Valor: What We Can Learn from Samwise Gamgee, the True Hero of The Lord of the Rings
There's no shortage of heroes in the cast of Tolkien's masterwork; here's why one simple gardener stands well above the rest.
Who Is J.R.R. Tolkien? Celebrating the Incomparable Creator of Middle-earth
Whether you're a longtime LOTR fan or just discovering the world of Hobbits and Elves, here are some fascinating facts about the Father of Fantasy—just in time for Tolkien Reading Day!
Wheel of Time Character Guide: Perrin
Here's everything you ever wanted to know about the humble blacksmith and one of the prophesied saviors in Robert Jordan's epic series.
Elena Gilbert: The Vampire Diaries Character Guide
Here's everything you ever wanted to know about Elena, the woman at the heart of L. J. Smith's popular series and the long-standing conflict between two vampire brothers.
Get to know Percy Jackson, the namesake hero of Rick Riordan's megahit
Here's everything you ever wanted to know about the young demigod hero of Rick Riordan's best-selling, action-packed, ancient-myth-meets-modern-fantasy series.
10 dark fantasy adventures to listen to after "Impact Winter"
Craving another thrilling supernatural story with bite? We've got you covered.
An essential guide to the main players in "The Hunger Games"
Looking to learn more about Katniss, Peeta, and other key players in the drama and action? We've got you covered.
Meet Katniss Everdeen, the Girl on Fire
Sister, tribute, revolutionary, the Girl on Fire—Katniss Everdeen has been known as a lot of things, but there is truly no character quite like the heroine of the The Hunger Games series.
A Court of Thorns and Roses, explained
Here's everything you need to know about the young huntress Feyre Archeron and the whole world of the fae in Sara J. Maas's exciting high fantasy series.