Fantasy for the Ages

Jim Scriven
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Jim (Father) and Zach (Son) talk about their ideas and perspectives on fantasy fiction, starting with Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time series but straying in various other directions as well. The generational difference in how they view what they read will become obvious (and entertaining, they hope!). Come enjoy our debates and explorations over what all these books mean, and see who you agree with.

  1. -14 h

    Ready or Not | Dark Comedy Horror Done Right

    What do you get when you combine a horror movie, a dark comedy, a survival thriller, and one of the most memorable final acts in modern horror? Ready or Not. In this spoiler-lite review, I dive into why this 2019 horror hit completely won me over. From Samara Weaving’s outstanding lead performance to the film’s brilliantly twisted premise, relentless pacing, outrageous practical effects, and perfectly balanced humor, Ready or Not delivers one wildly entertaining ride from beginning to end. If you’re wondering whether this modern horror favorite is worth your time—or you’re simply looking for your next great horror movie—this review is for you. In this episode: • Spoiler-lite review of Ready or Not • Why Samara Weaving is the perfect lead • What makes this horror-comedy work so well • The film’s biggest strengths (and a few reasons it might not be for everyone) • My final rating and recommendation Question of the Day: Have you seen Ready or Not? What did you think of it? And if you haven’t, what’s your favorite horror-comedy or survival horror film? Let me know down in the comments! If you enjoy fantasy, science fiction, and horror reviews, rankings, discussions, and recommendations, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and ring the notification bell so you never miss an episode from Fantasy for the Ages! Want to help support the channel and get some great perks? Check out our Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges ⸻ #ReadyOrNot #Horror #HorrorMovies #MovieReview #SamaraWeaving #DarkComedy #Thriller #HorrorComedy #FantasyForTheAges #HorrorReview #MovieRecommendations Ways to connect with us: Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @FantasyForTheAges@nerdculture.de Email us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheages Jim’s Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim’s Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening 1:28 - Show Details 3:18 - Why Jim Watched This 4:41 - Spoiler-Lite Summary 5:39 - Eight Reasons You May Enjoy This Film 8:32 - Three Reasons to Skip It 9:31 - Jim’s Final Thoughts 10:57 - Conclusion & Wrap-up ———————————————————————————— Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements: https://elements.envato.com/

  2. -1 j

    The Human Division: How Scalzi Saved the Series from Collapse

    Ever stick with a science fiction series because you’re invested… only to feel like it’s starting to lose a little momentum? That was exactly where I found myself after Zoe’s Tale. Then I picked up The Human Division by John Scalzi—and it completely reignited my enthusiasm for the Old Man’s War series. In this spoiler-lite review, I discuss why this fresh perspective, new cast of characters, larger galactic scope, and Scalzi’s trademark humor made this not only a return to form, but quite possibly my favorite book in the series so far. If you’ve been reading Old Man’s War alongside me—or you’re wondering whether the series is worth continuing after Book 4—this review is for you. In this episode, we’ll cover: * Why The Human Division feels like a fresh start for the series * A spoiler-lite overview of the story * Nine reasons you may love this book * Three reasons it might not be for everyone * Why I think this novel may have saved the series from ending with a whimper Have you read The Human Division? Do you think it’s the strongest entry in the Old Man’s War series, or do you still prefer one of the earlier books? Let me know your thoughts in the comments—just keep things spoiler-free for those who haven’t read it yet! 👍 If you enjoyed this review, please Like, Subscribe, and ring the notification bell so you never miss another Fantasy for the Ages episode! ⚔️ Support Fantasy for the Ages on Patreon: patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges #FantasyForTheAges #JohnScalzi #TheHumanDivision #OldMansWar #ScienceFiction #SciFiBooks #BookReview #SciFiReview #MilitarySciFi #SpaceOpera #BookTube #ScienceFictionBooks #SpaceAdventure #ReadingRecommendations Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this episode? The Human Division: https://t.ly/VLpS9 Ways to connect with us: Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @FantasyForTheAges@nerdculture.de Email us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheages Jim’s Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim’s Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening 1:36 - Book Details 2:42 - Why Jim Read This 4:00 - Spoiler-Lite Summary 5:03 - Nine Reasons You Might Enjoy This 8:42 - Three Reasons This Might Not Work For You 9:59 - Jim’s Final Thoughts 11:05 - Closing & Wrap-Up ———————————————————————————— Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements: https://elements.envato.com/

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    The Ultimate Superhero Movie Ranking | Guess The #1 Pick

    What is the greatest superhero movie of all time? In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, Jim counts down his Top 20 superhero movies ever made—from groundbreaking classics to animated masterpieces and generation-defining blockbusters. Marvel, DC, Pixar, the X-Men and more are all competing for the top spot. Each movie is ranked according to its filmmaking quality, characters, emotional impact, cultural influence, historical importance and staying power. Before Avengers: Doomsday potentially disrupts the entire order, find out which movie claims number one! Then join the debate in the comments: Which placements did we get right?Which movie is ranked far too high—or much too low?What essential superhero movie was completely disrespected by being left out? Subscribe to Fantasy for the Ages for more conversations about fantasy, science fiction, superheroes, books, movies and the stories that fire the imagination. Huge thanks to our incredible Patreon supporters for keeping this channel possible. If you’d also like to support the channel and join our Patreon community: patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges #SuperheroMovies #Marvel #DC #MCU #Batman #SpiderMan #TheDarkKnight #Avengers #MovieRanking #Top20 #FantasyForTheAges ⸻ Ways to connect with us: Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @FantasyForTheAges@nerdculture.de Email us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheages Jim’s Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim’s Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening 1:19 - Episode Explanation 2:04 - 11-20: Just Below the Best 12:35 - The Top 10 23:53 - How Jim Ranked the Movies 35:38 - Wrap-up & Conclusion ———————————————————————————— Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements: https://elements.envato.com/

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    I Read 2027’s New Slasher Novel Early—Is It Any Good?

    An unstoppable killer. A missing body. A teenage survivor who thought she had ended the nightmare. In this spoiler-lite review, Jim takes a look at an advance copy of He Always Comes Back, the debut horror novel from Elle Engel. With the familiar DNA of classic slasher franchises—and a premise reminiscent of the unstoppable evil found in Halloween—does this upcoming release carve out an identity of its own? We’ll discuss its central mystery, intense action, handling of trauma, LGBTQIA+ themes, and the reasons this promising premise didn’t completely land for me. He Always Comes Back is currently anticipated for publication in February 2027. This review is based on an advance review copy provided through NetGalley, so some elements may change before release. All opinions are my own. Have you added this one to your reading list? If you read it after release, come back and let me know what you thought—I’m always interested in hearing about your reading experiences! If you enjoyed the review, please like the video, subscribe to Fantasy for the Ages, and ring the notification bell so you don’t miss what’s coming next. A huge thank-you to our Patreon supporters for helping make the channel possible!: patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges #HeAlwaysComesBack #ElleEngel #BookReview #HorrorBooks #HorrorNovel #SlasherHorror #ARCReview #NetGalley #BookTube #FantasyForTheAges Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this episode? He Always Comes Back: t.ly/l4p10 The Indian Lake Trilogy: https://t.ly/yfbo2 Killing the Boogeyman: https://t.ly/ySGgy Ways to connect with us: Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @FantasyForTheAges@nerdculture.de Email us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheages Jim’s Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim’s Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening 1:27 - Book Details 2:00 - Why Jim Read This 3:40 - Spoiler-Lite Summary 6:07 - Seven Reasons You Might Want to Read This 10:55 - Three Reasons You Might Want to Pass 13:53 - Jim’s Final Thoughts 17:11 - Closing & Wrap-Up ———————————————————————————— Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements: https://elements.envato.com/

  5. 21 juil.

    Why This Town Can't Find Its Missing Kids | The Dead Don’t Lie Review

    What happens when you blend a classic noir detective mystery with an alien world filled with deadly wilderness, two moons — and a monster lurking in the lake? You get The Dead Don’t Lie by Stephen Aryan, book two of The Blackstone Files! After the events of New York Minute, private investigator Cole Blackstone and his longtime friend Bracken Hart must leave New York City behind. Their destination is the isolated lakeside town of Byron, where three young people have vanished and the local authorities have run out of answers. In this spoiler-lite review, Jim explores nine reasons this science-fiction noir mystery may be perfect for you — including its satisfying detective work, compelling characters, excellent pacing, mounting tension, and the friendship at the heart of the series. He also covers three reasons it might not suit every reader and explains why the ending has him hungry for book three. The Dead Don’t Lie releases July 22, 2026. Thank you to Stephen Aryan for providing an advance review copy. All opinions expressed in this episode are Jim’s own. Have you read New York Minute? Does the combination of noir mystery and science fiction appeal to you? Let us know in the comments! 👍 Like the video🔔 Subscribe and ring the notification bell💬 Join the conversation below❤️ Support Fantasy for the Ages on Patreon: patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges #TheDeadDontLie #StephenAryan #TheBlackstoneFiles #BookReview #SciFiBooks #ScienceFiction #Noir #NoirFiction #MysteryBooks #DetectiveFiction #SpeculativeFiction #IndieBooks #ARCReview #SpoilerFreeReview #BookTube #FantasyForTheAges Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this episode? New York Minute: https://t.ly/H1vHU The Dead Don’t Lie: t.ly/fU7ik Ways to connect with us: Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @FantasyForTheAges@nerdculture.de Email us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheages Jim’s Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim’s Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening 2:53 - Book Details 4:28 - Why Jim Read This 5:43 - Spoiler-Lite Summary 8:13 - Nine Reasons This Novel Is for You 18:05 - Three Reasons to Pass 20:55 - Jim’s Final Thoughts 23:10 - Closing & Wrap-Up ———————————————————————————— Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements: https://elements.envato.com/

  6. 20 juil.

    Would You Rather Debate — SFF Dilemmas That Make You Question Everything

    Would you rather command a starship with a questionable AI — or ride a dragon with serious trust issues? In this episode of FFTA, Zach and Jim challenge each other with a series of fantasy “Would You Rather” dilemmas (with science fiction elements creeping in). From magical powers with inconvenient side effects to impossible choices involving time travel, alien worlds, legendary weapons, and apocalyptic survival, they debate every option, exploit every loophole, and occasionally question each other’s judgment. Play along and share your answers in the comments! Which choice was the toughest — and what SFF “Would You Rather” question should Zach and Jim tackle next? Subscribe for more conversations about science fiction, fantasy, storytelling, and all things wonderfully nerdy. A huge thank-you to our wonderful Patreon supporters for helping us make these videos. If you’d like to support the channel and join our Patreon community: patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges #FFTA #WouldYouRather #ScienceFiction #Fantasy #SFF #SciFi #FantasyBooks #GeekCulture #NerdCulture #SpeculativeFiction #FantasyForTheAges ⸻ Ways to connect with us: Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @FantasyForTheAges@nerdculture.de Email us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheages Jim’s Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim’s Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening 1:19 - Episode Explanation 2:24 - Would You Rather Scenarios 31:26 - Wrap-up & Conclusion ———————————————————————————— Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements: https://elements.envato.com/

  7. 19 juil.

    The Fantasy Hero We Don't Get Anymore | Sheepfarmer’s Daughter — Jim's Review

    Have you been longing for a return to classic fantasy—where the hero isn't morally gray, but genuinely strives to do what's right? In this spoiler-lite review, I finally dive into Sheepfarmer's Daughter by Elizabeth Moon, the opening novel in The Deed of Paksenarrion trilogy. This has been one of the biggest gaps in my fantasy reading for years, and after Glenn (The Geeky Hippie) strongly encouraged me to move it to the top of my TBR, I finally gave it a shot. Was he right? Absolutely. Join me as I discuss what makes Paksenarrion such a compelling protagonist, why the military fantasy elements work so well, the classic fantasy atmosphere that made me fall in love with the genre in the first place, and a few reasons why this beloved novel might not be for everyone. In this review: ⚔️ Book details and publication history ⚔️ Why I finally picked up Elizabeth Moon ⚔️ A spoiler-lite plot summary ⚔️ Six reasons you may love this novel ⚔️ Five reasons it may not be for you ⚔️ My final thoughts and whether I'll continue the trilogy. Have you read Sheepfarmer's Daughter? I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments—but please keep them spoiler free for those who haven't experienced Paks's journey yet! If you enjoy fantasy, science fiction, and horror book reviews, rankings, discussions, and recommendations, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and ring the notification bell so you don't miss future episodes! Thank you to our amazing Patreon supporters for helping make Fantasy for the Ages possible!: patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges #Fantasy #EpicFantasy #ElizabethMoon #SheepfarmersDaughter #TheDeedOfPaksenarrion #BookReview #FantasyBooks #MilitaryFantasy #ClassicFantasy #FantasyForTheAges Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this episode? Sheepfarmer's Daughter: t.ly/F5f35 Ways to connect with us: Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @FantasyForTheAges@nerdculture.de Email us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheages Jim’s Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim’s Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening 2:02 - Book Details 3:15 - Why Jim Read This 4:40 - Spoiler-Lite Summary & Commentary 5:56 - Six Reasons You May Love This Novel 8:53 - Five Reasons to Avoid This Novel 11:38 - Jim’s Final Thoughts 13:33 - Closing & Wrap-Up ———————————————————————————— Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements: https://elements.envato.com/

  8. 17 juil.

    This Book Proves Epic Fantasy Doesn't Need to Be Complicated — Just a Hero & a Pangolin!

    Are you craving the sweeping adventure and heroic spirit of classic fantasy, but written with modern pacing and style? Look no further than The Lionheart: Icon of Justice by John A. Douglas—an actual superhero story set in an epic fantasy world! In this spoiler-lite review, Jim explores the second book in the Age of Adventures series, including its compelling character development, creative magic, slowly unfolding mysteries, excellent pacing, enormous climactic action sequence, and one remarkably memorable pangolin. Does this unusual blend of superheroes and traditional fantasy work? Is the story truly as black-and-white as it first appears? And how does Douglas’s writing compare with his debut novel, The Black Crown? Prepare to be amazed! Have you read The Lionheart: Icon of Justice or The Black Crown? Share your spoiler-free thoughts in the comments—and let us know whether you’d like to see more superhero stories set in fantasy worlds. Please like the video, subscribe to Fantasy for the Ages, and turn on notifications for more fantasy and science fiction reviews, discussions, and recommendations. Thank you to our amazing Patreon supporters for helping make Fantasy for the Ages possible!: patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges #FantasyForTheAges #TheLionheart #IconOfJustice #JohnADouglas #AgeOfAdventures #FantasyBooks #FantasyBookReview #BookReview #SpoilerFreeReview #SpoilerLiteReview #EpicFantasy #SuperheroFantasy #IndieFantasy #IndieBooks #BookTube #FantasyBookTube #ReadingRecommendations Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this episode? The Black Crown: https://t.ly/7ycD6 The Lionheart: Icon of Justice: https://t.ly/AXKsB Check Out My Review of This Author’s First Book! The Black Crown: https://youtu.be/Rqvcip8hkcA Ways to connect with us: Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @FantasyForTheAges@nerdculture.de Email us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheages Jim’s Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim’s Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening 2:36 - Book Details 3:47 - Why Jim Read This 5:57 - Spoiler-Lite Summary & Commentary 11:05 - 10 Reasons To Enjoy This Novel 16:35 - 3 Reasons This Isn’t For You 18:43 - Jim’s Final Thoughts 21:52 - Closing & Wrap-Up ———————————————————————————— Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements: https://elements.envato.com/

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Jim (Father) and Zach (Son) talk about their ideas and perspectives on fantasy fiction, starting with Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time series but straying in various other directions as well. The generational difference in how they view what they read will become obvious (and entertaining, they hope!). Come enjoy our debates and explorations over what all these books mean, and see who you agree with.

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  • Création
    Jim Scriven
  • Années d’activité
    2020 - 2026
  • Épisodes
    1 k
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    © Jim Scriven
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    Fantasy for the Ages

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