Intentionally Blank Best Living Fantasy Authors — Ep. 114 of Intentionally Blank
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Aug 9, 2023 Brandon and Dan discuss a heist and then share their top five living fantasy authors. They talk about criteria for selecting authors, discuss their impact and famous works, and debate ranking factors. Honorable mentions include Guy Gabriel Kay and Philip Pullman.
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Furry Heist
- Three men robbed a liquor store in Amarillo, Texas, using a truck and costumes.
- One wore a dog or reindeer suit, leading to humorous speculation about his motives.
Ranking Criteria
- Brandon and Dan rank living fantasy authors based on criteria like impact, fame, quality, and versatility.
- This discussion focuses on authors primarily known for fantasy, excluding those mainly recognized for other genres.
Honorable Mentions
- Dan mentions several honorable mentions, including established authors like Guy Gavriel Kay, Philip Pullman, and Terry Brooks.
- He also acknowledges newer authors like Seanan McGuire and Victoria Schwab, but feels they haven't yet reached the same level of impact.