In 1997, the world was introduced to the Boy Who Lived. Few people knew then that fantasy literature would never be the same. J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series became beloved by adults and children alike, entwining a fantasy world with our everyday lives in a way that captured hearts and minds. Fans of all ages…
The universe of Dune is vast and immersive, captivating millions of readers around the world. Created by acclaimed author Frank Herbert, this science fiction saga expanded after his death with the help of his son, Brian Herbert, and co-author Kevin J. Anderson. With so many books, novellas, and spin-offs, it can be hard to keep…
It began in the unlikeliest of ways: a short story submitted to Fantastyka, a Polish fantasy/science fiction magazine by an economist and salesman-turned-author named Andrezj Sapkowski. The story, a reimagining of a Polish folk tale entitled Wiedźmin (The Witcher), won third place in Fantastyka’s competition. It was Sapkowski’s son who encouraged him to continue the…
