2024’s Best Fantasy Books of All Time: Top 6 Picks

We've gathered the best fantasy books of all time to help you escape reality and embark on epic magical adventures.
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In the enchanting realm of literature, fantasy books whisk us away to magical worlds where anything is possible. Selecting the best fantasy books of all time means finding stories that captivate the imagination and resonate with readers everywhere. We focus on immersive storytelling, vivid characters, and unforgettable adventures when choosing our top picks. Get ready to explore our handpicked list, featuring tales that promise to bewitch both newcomers and seasoned fantasy lovers.

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6 The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle, Audiobook
  • Year released: 2007
  • Pages: 662

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We had to add this one! It tells a wizard’s story like no other. Kvothe’s journey is rich and captivating. Patrick Rothfuss writes with so much detail that you feel like part of the tale.

5 Mistborn: The Final Empire by Brandon Sanderson

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle, Audiobook
  • Year released: 2006
  • Pages: 541

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Imagine if ordinary people had superpowers! Sanderson does just that in this book, with a plot full of twists and turns. His magic system is one of the best we have ever seen.

4 American Gods by Neil Gaiman

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle, Audiobook
  • Year released: 2001
  • Pages: 465

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A road trip with old gods and new ones? It’s hard to say no to this one. Neil Gaiman’s narrative style is unmatched, blending fantasy with reality in such a smooth way.

3 The Eye of the World by Robert Jordan

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle, Audiobook
  • Year released: 1990
  • Pages: 782

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This book starts the ‘Wheel of Time’ series, which is epic in every way. Jordan crafts a world with depth and tradition, with characters who grow and grow on you.

2 Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. Rowling

  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle, Audiobook
  • Year released: 1997
  • Pages: 309

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No fantasy list is complete without Harry Potter. The story of the boy who lived is a modern classic. It opened the doors to the wizarding world for millions.

1 The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle, Audiobook
  • Year released: 1954
  • Pages: 1137

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The epitome of fantasy literature, this is a trilogy that changed everything. Tolkien’s world-building set a standard. The journey of Frodo and the fellowship feels as epic now as it did decades ago.

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Hi there! I'm Steve Peterson, a passionate reading enthusiast who loves nothing more than getting lost in a good book. My love for literature spans across genres, from thrilling mysteries and gripping fantasy to thought-provoking non-fiction.

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