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Once again the full Fantology 5 is together to discuss happenings in September, including big new book releases and TV news. Plus an exclusive look at our new intro featuring Michael Kramer and Kate Reading! Also, don't miss the start of our top fantasy creatures October Twitter poll. We give our picks here and lay out the criteria for creatures. None of this anthropomorphic garbage is allowed! Next Up: Battle Ground by Jim Butcher Followed By: The Two Towers by JRR Tolkien Chat with us more! Tell us why we're wrong! Our Discord community is full of full-time fantasy nerds - join in on the conversation here: https://discord.gg/9AMJqj2 Support the show on Patreon and access additional perks! Every dollar goes back into improving the show and keeping content coming out quickly: https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books Enjoy a free Audible audiobook on us! http://www.audibletrial.com/Fantology Check out our exclusive Merch! We have several unique designs, covering several different series & fandoms:https://www.redbubble.com/people/fantology/shop Music: Superepic by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com)Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Join us for our series covering the pre-release chapters of Brandon Sanderson's upcoming Stormlight Archive book, Rhythm of War! In this chapter Shallan learns about the Cosmere - and so do we! Lots of good nuggets in this one, what theories do you have?  Chat with us more! Tell us why we're wrong! Discord: https://discord.gg/9AMJqj2  Support the show on Patreon and access additional perks: https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books  Enjoy a free Audible audiobook on us! http://www.audibletrial.com/Fantology  Check out our exclusive Merch: https://www.redbubble.com/people/fantology/shop  Music: Superepic by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com)Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

It should be no surprise for fans of Joe Abercrombie that peace is a troubling phenomenon. Mike's Book Reviews joins Ryan & Stephen to break down the latest hit entry to the First Law universe and explain exactly why we just cannot stand for peace! We talk favorite characters, big plot events and speculation for the final entry in The Age of Madness Trilogy! Plus, the troubling plight of the fantasy book content creator! Next Up: Top 3 Fantasy Creatures + September Fantasy News Followed By: Battle Ground by Jim Butcher Chat with us more! Tell us why we're wrong! Our Discord community is full of full-time fantasy nerds - join in on the conversation here: https://discord.gg/9AMJqj2 Support the show on Patreon and access additional perks! Every dollar goes back into improving the show and keeping content coming out quickly: https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books Enjoy a free Audible audiobook on us! http://www.audibletrial.com/Fantology Check out our exclusive Merch! We have several unique designs, covering several different series & fandoms: https://www.redbubble.com/people/fantology/shop Music: Superepic by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com)Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Skin Game is Jim Butcher's Dresden Files heist story - and does he ever go all in! Harry is tasked with robbing no less than the vault of Hades itself, with some questionable allies to boot. Tune in to hear how it works out for him! Plus, is parkour still cool? Was it ever? Next Up: The Trouble With Peace by Joe Abercrombie Followed By: Top 3 Fantasy Creatures + September Fantasy News Chat with us more! Tell us why we're wrong! Our Discord community is full of full-time fantasy nerds - join in on the conversation here: https://discord.gg/9AMJqj2 Support the show on Patreon and access additional perks! Every dollar goes back into improving the show and keeping content coming out quickly: https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books Enjoy a free Audible audiobook on us! http://www.audibletrial.com/Fantology Check out our exclusive Merch! We have several unique designs, covering several different series & fandoms: https://www.redbubble.com/people/fantology/shop Music: Superepic by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com)Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Join us for our series covering the pre-release chapters of Brandon Sanderson's upcoming Stormlight Archive book, Rhythm of War! In this chapter it's the end of an era for a band of brothers, and hopefully the beginning of a new one for Kaladin! Chat with us more! Tell us why we're wrong! Our Discord community is full of full-time fantasy nerds - join in on the conversation here: https://discord.gg/9AMJqj2 Support the show on Patreon and access additional perks! Every dollar goes back into improving the show and keeping content coming out quickly: https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books Enjoy a free Audible audiobook on us! http://www.audibletrial.com/Fantology Check out our exclusive Merch! We have several unique designs, covering several different series & fandoms:https://www.redbubble.com/people/fantology/shop Music: Superepic by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com)Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

The longest Harry Potter book earns itself in-depth coverage from Dan, Nathan & Stephen. Which Hogwarts professors have the most swag? Where did Harry & Cho go wrong? Could Fred & George be any cooler? All these questions answered, plus more! Next Up: Skin Game by Jim Butcher Followed By: The Trouble With Peace by Joe Abercrombie Chat with us more! Tell us why we're wrong! Our Discord community is full of full-time fantasy nerds - join in on the conversation here: https://discord.gg/9AMJqj2 Support the show on Patreon and access additional perks! Every dollar goes back into improving the show and keeping content coming out quickly: https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books Enjoy a free Audible audiobook on us! http://www.audibletrial.com/Fantology Check out our exclusive Merch! We have several unique designs, covering several different series & fandoms:https://www.redbubble.com/people/fantology/shop Music: Superepic by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com)Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Jim Butcher has another winner in Cold Days, the 14th Dresden Files entry. Harry is once again defending Chicago from destruction, but this time with the stakes raised in epic fashion! If you thought the big blows in the series were done after Changes, you were wrong! Also, Ben is already getting post-series depression! What should he read next? Next Up: Harry Potter & the Order of the Phoenix by JK Rowling Followed By: The Trouble With Peace by Joe Abercrombie Chat with us more! Tell us why we're wrong! Our Discord community is full of full-time fantasy nerds - join in on the conversation here: https://discord.gg/9AMJqj2 Support the show on Patreon and access additional perks! Every dollar goes back into improving the show and keeping content coming out quickly: https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books Enjoy a free Audible audiobook on us! http://www.audibletrial.com/Fantology Check out our exclusive Merch! We have several unique designs, covering several different series & fandoms:https://www.redbubble.com/people/fantology/shop Music: "Pursuit" by Scott Buckley https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/library/pursuit/

Join us for our series covering the pre-release chapters of Brandon Sanderson's upcoming Stormlight Archive book, Rhythm of War! What's up Venli? This chapter features our favorite Listener and introduces us to a compelling new plotline. Chat with us more! Tell us why we're wrong! Discord: https://discord.gg/9AMJqj2 Support the show on Patreon and access additional perks: https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books Enjoy a free Audible audiobook on us! http://www.audibletrial.com/Fantology Check out our exclusive Merch: https://www.redbubble.com/people/fantology/shop Music: "Oathpact Abandoned" by The Black Piper, from the Kaladin Soundtrack

Stephen & Alex from A Hero's Journey Podcast have zero hatred for this book! Joe Abercrombie's latest (until next week's release) completely lives up to its billing and then some. Join us for a recap before The Trouble with Peace is released. We talk through characters, plot, themes & speculation for the rest of the series. What are you expecting in the rest of the Age of Madness? Next Up: Cold Days by Jim Butcher Followed By: Harry Potter & the Order of the Phoenix by JK Rowling Chat with us more! Tell us why we're wrong! Our Discord community is full of full-time fantasy nerds - join in on the conversation here: https://discord.gg/9AMJqj2 Support the show on Patreon and access additional perks! Every dollar goes back into improving the show and keeping content coming out quickly: https://www.patreon.com/fantology_books Enjoy a free Audible audiobook on us! http://www.audibletrial.com/Fantology Check out our exclusive Merch! We have several unique designs, covering several different series & fandoms: https://www.redbubble.com/people/fantology/shop Music: "Pursuit" by Scott Buckley https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/library/pursuit/

Dive into Joe Abercrombie's 'Sharp Ends,' where familiar characters gain new life through interconnected short stories. Explore the flaws of social hierarchies and the morally ambiguous charm behind them. Experience the tension of pivotal duels and the complexities of character dynamics during wartime conflicts. Uncover the emotional weight of violence and tragic backstories, all while laughing at humorous character adventures. Plus, help choose a name for Ryan's baby—will it be Logen, Glokta, or Jezza?