Fantasy for the Ages

Jim Scriven

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. 3d ago

    Did This Sequel Just Beat the Original? | Becoming the Boogeyman Review

    Today I’m reviewing Becoming the Boogeyman by Richard Chizmar, the second installment in his unique horror-thriller series that blends true crime, psychological suspense, and unsettling horror into something that feels disturbingly real. After thoroughly enjoying Chasing the Boogeyman, I was hopeful this sequel could maintain the same atmosphere and tension. Not only does it succeed, but it expands the story in fascinating ways, raises the stakes, and leaves readers desperately wanting the next installment. In this spoiler-lite review, I’ll discuss what makes this sequel work so well, who it’s likely to appeal to, a few reasons it might not be for everyone, and whether this series remains worth your time as we head toward the October release of Killing the Boogeyman. Have you read Becoming the Boogeyman? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below! If you enjoy fantasy, science fiction, horror, book reviews, author discussions, rankings, recommendations, and all things speculative fiction, be sure to subscribe to Fantasy for the Ages! Support the channel on Patreon: patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges #RichardChizmar #BecomingTheBoogeyman #ChasingTheBoogeyman #HorrorBooks #HorrorThriller #BookReview #BookTube #HorrorFiction #ThrillerBooks #MysteryThriller #PsychologicalThriller #FantasyForTheAges Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this episode? Becoming the Boogeyman: https://t.ly/V2tAA Chasing the Boogeyman: https://t.ly/YOr9N 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 1:44 - Book Details 2:42 - Why Jim Read This 3:55 - Spoiler-Lite Synopsis 6:02 - Six Reasons This Might Be a Great Book for You 9:15 - Four Reasons This Might Not Be For You 10:54 - Jim’s Final Thoughts 12:42 - Closing & Wrap-Up ———————————————————————————— Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements: https://elements.envato.com/

    13 min
  2. 3d ago

    These 10 Urban Fantasy Series Are Absolute Masterpieces!

    Urban fantasy has given us wizard detectives, monster hunters, vampire slayers, magical police officers, ancient druids, and some of the most beloved characters in all of fantasy literature. But which series rise above the rest? In this episode, Jim counts down the Top 10 Urban Fantasy Series of All Time, balancing popularity, influence, storytelling quality, and lasting impact on the genre. From hidden magical societies and supernatural mysteries to epic magical battles and unforgettable heroes, these are the series that have defined urban fantasy for generations of readers. Do you agree with the rankings? Which urban fantasy series would make your list? Let us know in the comments! ⚔️ Fantasy for the Ages is your home for fantasy, science fiction, horror, book reviews, author discussions, rankings, recommendations, and all things speculative fiction. 👍 If you enjoyed this video: • Like • Subscribe • Ring the notification bell • Share the video with a fellow fantasy fan 💬 Question of the Day: What is YOUR favorite urban fantasy series of all time? Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters! Your support helps make Fantasy for the Ages possible and allows us to continue creating content celebrating the worlds, stories, and characters we love: patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges #FantasyForTheAges #UrbanFantasy #DresdenFiles #HarryPotter #KateDaniels #RiversOfLondon #FantasyBooks #BookTube #FantasySeries #FantasyBooksToRead #JimButcher #UrbanFantasyBooks #BookRecommendations #FantasyReaders #SpeculativeFiction ⸻ Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this episode? Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter: https://t.ly/PuftF Alex Verus: https://t.ly/UOwVv The Dresden Files: https://t.ly/mZKXm The Hollows: https://t.ly/Ew93P Iron Druid Chronicles: https://t.ly/yuPUr Kate Daniels: https://t.ly/5COVV The Laundry Files: https://t.ly/vdYdU Mercy Thompson: https://t.ly/BN3kl Nightside: https://t.ly/a0Ysn October Daye: https://t.ly/jVh0K Rivers of London: https://t.ly/3wO2J Sandman Slim Series: https://t.ly/98q6m 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 2:06 - List Criteria 3:55 - Honorable Mentions 5:50 - The Top 10 15:29 - Wrap-up & Conclusion ———————————————————————————— Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements: https://elements.envato.com/

    16 min
  3. Jun 5

    30 Fantasy Masterpieces That NEVER Won a Major Award — Nominated, but No Cigar!

    Fantasy awards have given us some incredible winners over the years. But what about the books that didn’t win? In this episode of Fantasy for the Ages, we’re counting down the 30 greatest fantasy novels ever nominated for major fantasy awards that never actually took home the trophy. These are the bridesmaids of fantasy literature—the books that earned Hugo, Nebula, World Fantasy, or British Fantasy Award nominations, captured the hearts of readers, sold millions of copies, and became genre classics… yet somehow never heard their name called on awards night. From epic fantasy giants and beloved dragon adventures to urban fantasy masterpieces and modern classics, this list is packed with books that many readers would argue deserved a win. Which fantasy masterpiece was the biggest awards snub of them all? Let’s find out. 📚 Featured authors include: George R. R. Martin, Brandon Sanderson, Robert Jordan, J. K. Rowling, Anne McCaffrey, Naomi Novik, Jim Butcher, Joe Abercrombie, Lois McMaster Bujold, Guy Gavriel Kay, Patrick Rothfuss, Steven Erikson, Katherine Addison, Susanna Clarke, N. K. Jemisin, Scott Lynch, Rebecca Roanhorse, and many more. 💬 Which books on this list surprised you most? 💬 Which fantasy novel do YOU think was the greatest awards bridesmaid of all time? 💬 Which books were robbed? Let us know in the comments! 👍 If you enjoyed the video, please Like, Subscribe, and ring the notification bell so you won’t miss future fantasy, science fiction, and horror content. ❤️ Special thanks to our Patreon supporters! Your support helps make Fantasy for the Ages possible. If you’d like to support the channel and join our growing community, check out the Patreon link: patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges #Fantasy #FantasyBooks #BookTube #FantasyForTheAges #EpicFantasy #HugoAwards #NebulaAwards #WorldFantasyAward #BrandonSanderson #GeorgeRRMartin #WheelOfTime #HarryPotter #DresdenFiles #JoeAbercrombie #FantasyReaders #BookRecommendations #SFF #SpeculativeFiction #ReadingCommunity #FantasyLiterature ⸻ Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this episode? All the Werys of Pern: https://t.ly/N53p9 Black Sun: https://t.ly/Xaz3w The City of Brass: https://t.ly/3wbMz The City We Became: https://t.ly/a3ymF A Clash of Kings: https://t.ly/UYaFH The Curse of Chalion: https://t.ly/0jYJM A Dance With Dragons: https://t.ly/cmOLN A Feast for Crows: https://t.ly/wrXyl A Game of Thrones: https://t.ly/oxs6I Gardens of the Moon: https://t.ly/k7X6a Gideon the Ninth: https://t.ly/Yssfk The Goblin Emperor: https://t.ly/bXshN Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban: https://t.ly/_SxSW The Heroes: https://t.ly/yJe-n His Majesty’s Dragon: https://t.ly/BrOkW The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms: https://t.ly/rGQj3 Iron Council: https://t.ly/zYEoT The Iron Dragon’s Daughter: https://t.ly/dcrcs The Killing Moon: https://t.ly/TK77T The Lies of Locke Lamora: https://t.ly/1UV3h Piranesi: https://t.ly/gI34O The Poppy War: https://t.ly/d6CIF Skin Game: https://t.ly/MEvPw Spinning Silver: https://t.ly/SI3Q7 A Storm of Swords: https://t.ly/FEoNc Tea with the Black Dragon: https://t.ly/7bupt The Ten Thousand Doors of January: https://t.ly/6a8Hh Tigana: https://t.ly/VVxzk Trail of Lightning: https://t.ly/EOozg The Wheel of Time: https://t.ly/vmGYt 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 0:00 - Opening 1:47 - List Criteria 3:31 - Still Waiting by the Punch Bowl (#30-21) 16:19 - Perpetually Stuck at the Head Table (#20-11) 24:49 - The Ones Who Should’ve Caught the Bouquet (#10-1) 32:14 - Wrap-up & Conclusion

    33 min
  4. Jun 4

    This 'True Crime' Book is Actually Fake (AND Terrifying) | Chasing the Boogeyman

    What if the most convincing true crime book you’ve ever read… wasn’t true at all? In this spoiler-lite review, I dive into Chasing the Boogeyman by Richard Chizmar, a brilliantly crafted blend of true crime, mystery, suspense, and horror that feels so authentic you’ll constantly have to remind yourself it’s fiction. Set in a small Maryland town during the late 1980s, this novel captures the atmosphere of a community gripped by fear as a serial predator stalks the area. Along the way, Chizmar masterfully blends real-life details with fictional events to create one of the most immersive reading experiences I’ve encountered in years. If you enjoy true crime, small-town mysteries, serial killer investigations, suspenseful thrillers, or realistic horror, this may be a book you need to check out. Have you read Chasing the Boogeyman? Let me know your thoughts in the comments! 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and ring the Notification Bell so you won’t miss future reviews, rankings, discussions, and all things fantasy, science fiction, and horror. 📚 Support the channel on Patreon:: patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges #ChasingTheBoogeyman #RichardChizmar #BookReview #TrueCrime #MysteryThriller #SuspenseBooks #HorrorBooks #CrimeFiction #BookTube #BookReviewer #ReadingCommunity #FantasyForTheAges Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this episode? Chasing the Boogeyman: https://t.ly/YOr9N 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 1:21 - Book Details 2:22 - Why Jim Read This 4:34 - Spoiler-Lite Synopsis 5:36 - Seven Reasons This Novel May Be Your Thing 8:16 - Four Reasons You May Not Enjoy This 9:20 - Jim’s Final Thoughts 11:35 - Closing & Wrap-Up ———————————————————————————— Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements: https://elements.envato.com/

    12 min
  5. Jun 3

    This Fantasy Series Deserves Way More Hype! | Dragon Offspring Review

    Today we're diving into Dragon Offspring, Book 2 in Scott Appleton's The Sword of the Dragon series. This epic fantasy adventure takes everything that worked in Book 1 and expands it in exciting ways. Originally published in 2020 and recently released in audiobook format, Dragon Offspring continues the story begun in Swords of the Six, introducing larger mysteries, deeper character development, greater dangers, and a dramatically expanded world. I'm reviewing the newly released audiobook edition, narrated by the outstanding Dave Cruse, whose performance once again elevates an already excellent story. In this review, I'll discuss: ⚔️ Why this sequel surpasses the first book 🐉 The expanding world of dragons, magic, and ancient mysteries 🎙️ Why Dave Cruse continues to deliver exceptional narration 🛡️ Themes of virtue, temptation, sacrifice, and redemption 📚 Why this series deserves more attention from epic fantasy readers 🔥 Whether Dragon Offspring is worth your time If you enjoy classic epic fantasy filled with memorable heroes, compelling villains, strong moral themes, multiple POVs, dragons, magic, and a story that clearly knows where it's heading, this may be a series you should have on your radar. Have you read Dragon Offspring or The Sword of the Dragon series? Let me know your thoughts in the comments! 👍 Like 📚 Subscribe 🔔 Ring the Notification Bell ❤️ Consider supporting Fantasy for the Ages on Patreon: patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges #DragonOffspring #ScottAppleton #EpicFantasy #FantasyBooks #BookReview #AudiobookReview #SwordOfTheDragon #FantasyForTheAges #BookTube #FantasySeries #Audiobooks #DaveCruse #Dragons #EpicFantasyBooks #FantasyRead Want to purchase books/media mentioned in this episode? Dragon Offspring: https://t.ly/MFJYP Swords of the Six: https://t.ly/J2Jy5 Watch the Review of Book One! Swords of the Six Review: https://youtu.be/AOhsaJTxHrg 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 1:04 - Book Details 2:36 - Why Jim Read This 3:41 - Spoiler-Lite Synopsis 4:45 - Eight Reasons You Might Enjoy This Book 8:45 - Three Reasons This Book May Not Be For You 9:50 - Jim’s Final Thoughts 12:00 - Closing & Wrap-Up ———————————————————————————— Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements: https://elements.envato.com/

    13 min
  6. Jun 1

    "Do You Agree With My Most Controversial Current SFFH Takes?" — Jim Gets Dangerous

    Some videos are designed to make friends. This is not one of those videos. Today, Jim shares his 12 most controversial Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror opinions of 2026 — from defending Harry Dresden and Terry Brooks to questioning modern fantasy adaptations, getting all soapbox on Stephen King, then explaining why worldbuilding may have become the most overrated concept in fantasy fandom. Will viewers agree? Will they grab the pitchforks? Probably both. Whether you think Jim is absolutely right, completely wrong, or somewhere in between, this episode is all about celebrating the passionate debates that make SFFH fandom so much fun. Topics include: ⚔️ Why worldbuilding has become overrated ⚔️ The surprising adaptation Jim prefers over modern Hollywood ⚔️ Why grimdark may have already peaked ⚔️ The Malazan debate ⚔️ Gene Wolfe and reader expectations ⚔️ Stephen King’s greatest achievement ⚔️ Fantasy adaptations vs. science fiction adaptations ⚔️ Jim’s thoughts on Brandon Sanderson ⚔️ Thoughts on modern vs. classic cover art ⚔️ Terry Brooks and the legacy of Shannara ⚔️ The never-ending Dresden Files controversy Now it’s your turn. Which opinions do you agree with? Which ones made you immediately open the comments section? And what are YOUR biggest SFFH hot takes? Leave a comment below and join the discussion! If you enjoy Fantasy for the Ages, please consider liking the video, subscribing to the channel, and ringing the notification bell so you don’t miss future content. A huge thank you to our Patreon supporters for helping make Fantasy for the Ages possible!: patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges #FantasyBooks #FantasyForTheAges #ScienceFiction #HorrorBooks #Fantasy #BookTube #FantasyHotTakes #DresdenFiles #Shannara #StephenKing #Malazan #BrandonSanderson #EpicFantasy #Book ⸻ 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 1:25 - Episode Explanation 2:15 - Jim’s Top 12 Controversial Takes 16:42 - Wrap-up & Conclusion ———————————————————————————— Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements: https://elements.envato.com/

    18 min
  7. May 31

    Scream 7: Did They Finally Ruin the Franchise?

    Did we REALLY need a Scream 7? That’s the question I found myself asking when yet another Ghostface movie arrived. After all, this franchise has been stabbing its way through horror history for nearly three decades. But when Scream 7 hit Paramount+, there was no way I wasn’t going to watch it. In this spoiler-lite review, I dive into what worked, what didn’t, whether Neve Campbell’s return as Sidney Prescott was worth the hype, how the movie connects the classic and modern eras of the franchise, and whether Ghostface still has enough tricks left to keep longtime horror fans entertained. Is this one of the better recent Scream entries? Did the filmmakers successfully recapture some of the magic of the original? Or is this franchise finally running on fumes? Let’s talk about it. If you’ve seen Scream 7, let me know your thoughts in the comments. Did it work for you, or is it time to finally hang up the Ghostface mask? 👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it 📚 Subscribe for more fantasy, science fiction, and horror content 🔔 Ring the notification bell so you don’t miss future videos A huge thank you to all of our Patreon supporters! Your support helps keep Fantasy for the Ages growing and allows us to continue creating content for readers, movie lovers, and fellow nerds everywhere.: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges ⸻ #Scream7 #Scream #Ghostface #HorrorMovies #MovieReview #NeveCampbell #MatthewLillard #SlasherMovies #HorrorCommunity #ParamountPlus #FantasyForTheAges #HorrorFans #MovieTube #HorrorReview #JimReviews 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 1:08 - Show Details 2:14 - Why Jim Watched This 3:28 - Spoiler-Lite Summary 4:29 - Nine Reasons You May Enjoy This Film 7:34 - Three Reasons You May Want to Avoid This Film 8:36 - Final Thoughts 9:54 - Conclusion & Wrap-up ———————————————————————————— Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements: https://elements.envato.com/

    11 min
  8. May 30

    These Book Covers Lied to Us! | Ranking the 50 Most Misleading SFFH Covers Ever

    We’ve all been there. You pick up a fantasy, sci-fi, or horror novel because the cover looks incredible… and then discover the story inside has almost nothing to do with what the artwork promised. Today we’re counting down 50 of the most misleading SFFH book covers ever published — from fantasy heroes who look twice the correct age, to science fiction novels advertising giant space battles that never happen, to horror covers that completely miss the point of the story inside. To be clear, this episode is not about criticizing cover artists. Many of these covers are beautiful, iconic, and beloved. More often than not, artists were creating exactly what publishers commissioned them to create. But sometimes marketing decisions, genre trends, and publisher expectations produced some truly legendary mismatches between cover and content. Which books made the list? Did classics like Foundation, Ender’s Game, The Wheel of Time, Old Man’s War, and House of Leaves earn their reputations? And what book cover do YOU think most completely misses the point of the novel it represents? Let us know in the comments! If you enjoy fantasy, science fiction, horror, book reviews, rankings, lists, debates, and other nerdy content, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Ring the Notification Bell so you won’t miss future episodes from Fantasy for the Ages. Want to help support the channel and receive some fun perks? Consider joining us on Patreon!: patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges #FantasyBooks #ScienceFictionBooks #HorrorBooks #BookCovers #FantasyForTheAges #BookTube #Fantasy #ScienceFiction #Horror #WheelOfTime #Foundation #EndersGame #HouseOfLeaves #OldMansWar #BrandonSanderson #StephenKing #FantasyReaders #SciFiReaders #BookDiscussion ⸻ 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 1:02 - Episode Explanation 2:04 - Mildly Misleading (50-41) 6:19 - Clearly Sending The Wrong Signal (40-31) 10:16 - Significant Disconnect (30-21) 14:26 - Frequently Mocked By Fans (20-11) 18:45 - The Top 10 Hall of Shame 24:29 - Wrap-up & Conclusion ———————————————————————————— Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements: https://elements.envato.com/

    26 min
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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.