SPOILER FREE! Embark on a spine-chilling journey with The Friends as they delve into the shadows of "Between Two Fires" by Christopher Buehlman, a haunting blend of horror and fantasy. In this special episode, The Friends share their thoughts and recommendations on this atmospheric tale without revealing any spoilers. Buehlman weaves a tapestry of darkness in "Between Two Fires," and The Friends are here to guide you through the eerie landscapes, mysterious characters, and supernatural elements ...
Dec 11, 2023•48 min•Ep. 243
Prepare for a journey beyond the veil as the Friends Talking Fantasy take on "Gideon the Ninth" by Tamsyn Muir, the first thrilling installment of The Locked Tomb series. In this spoiler-free episode, the Friends unravel the mysteries and necromantic wonders of Muir's unique and genre-defying fantasy world. Step into the Ninth House and join the Friends as they explore the dark and humorous depths of this cult-favorite novel. From sword fights to bone magic, they dissect the elements that make "...
Dec 04, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 242
Join The Friends as they dive into the explosive world of "Promise of Blood" by Brian McClellan, the first installment of The Powder Mage Trilogy. In this episode (first part spoiler free), the Friends unravel the intricate threads of this captivating fantasy tale, exploring the magic, politics, and characters that make McClellan's world truly unique. Discover whether this fantasy gem lives up to the acclaim, as The Friends share their thoughts on the debut work from student of Branden Sanderson...
Nov 20, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 241
The Friends discuss the top fantasy books for newcomers to the fantasy genre. We also crowdsourced some recommendations for social media. Looking to get into the Fantasy genre or maybe convert a friend? Try one of these fantasy book recommendations! Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/
Nov 14, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 240
Spoiler free! The Friends discuss SPFBO darling turned traditionally published fantasy book: Senlin Ascends by Josiah Bancroft! Does this top steampunk fantasy series Mark Lawrence once called “One of the best reads I’ve read in ages” live up to the hype? Listen and find out! Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/
Nov 07, 2023•52 min•Ep. 239
Another series of Friends Pitching Fantasy comes to a close as The Friends finally pick which fantasy books they are going to read next on the show. Thank you to everyone that voted on our polls! Dylan's Pitches: Blackwing by Ed McDonald Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros Powder Mage by Brian McClellan Charles' Pitches: Gideon The Ninth by Tamsyn Muir The Gunslinger by Stephen King Between Two Fires by Christopher Buehlman Socials: https://twitter.com/TheFTFPodcast1 https://www.instagram.com/theftfpo...
Oct 20, 2023•38 min•Ep. 238
What should The Friends read next? In this episode, Charles pitches three books to read on the show, but Dylan can only choose one! Charles' Pitches: Gideon The Ninth by Tamsyn Muir The Gunslinger by Stephen King Between Two Fires by Christopher Buehlman Help us choose our next book! https://twitter.com/TheFTFPodcast1 https://www.instagram.com/theftfpodcast/ Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/...
Oct 18, 2023•52 min•Ep. 237
What should The Friends read next? In this episode, Dylan pitches three books to read on the show, but Charles can only choose one! Dylan's Pitches: Blackwing by Ed McDonald Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros Powder Mage by Brian McClellan Help us choose our next book! https://twitter.com/TheFTFPodcast1 https://www.instagram.com/theftfpodcast/ Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/...
Oct 16, 2023•59 min•Ep. 236
The Friends Discuss book two in the A Court of Thorns and Rosas series by #1 New York Times Bestselling Fantasy Author Sarah J. Maas - A Court of Mist and Fury. Does this fan favorite best romance fantasy book connect with The Friends? Listen and find out! Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/
Oct 09, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 235
The Friends interview fantasy author Gabriela Houston in anticipation of her upcoming release, The Bone Roots . Available October 10th 2023, The Bone Roots is a salvic-folklore inspired fantasy book that explores how far a mother will go to protect her child. Pre-order The Bone Roots: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1915202582?tag=randohouseinc7986-20 Support Gabriela Houston: https://www.gabrielahouston.com/ Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/ Advanced copies of The Bone Roots w...
Oct 02, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 234
Spoiler free! The Friends recommend and discuss The Maleficent Seven by Cameron Johnston. Once described by author Rob Hayes as "Kings of the Wyld smooshed together with Suicide Squad into a glorious, gory, sweary melee," this action-packed grimdark fantasy novel cannot be missed! Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/
Sep 25, 2023•51 min•Ep. 233
The Friends discuss the third and final book in the top fantasy series The Farseer Trilogy by Robin Hobb. This visionary fantasy series leaves The Friends with a lot to reflect on and discuss in this book discussion. And that ending!?! So much to unpack in this very exciting episode of The Friends Talking Fantasy Podcast! Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/
Sep 18, 2023•1 hr 40 min•Ep. 232
First half spoiler free! The Friends discuss New York Times Best Seller and Goodreads Choice Award Winner for Best Fiction - Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin. Is this top literary fiction book of 2022 a solid recommendation for fantasy fans? Listen and find out! Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/
Sep 05, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 231
The Friends continue to discuss one of the best fantasy trilogies of all time, The Farseer Trilogy, with book two Royal Assassin by Robin Hobb. Did Robin Hobb pave the way for Patrick Rothfuss' fantasy series The Kingkiller Chronicle? Listen and find out! Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/
Aug 21, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 230
The Friends discuss one of the most influential fantasy books of all time - Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb, book 1 of The Farseer Trilogy. Did Robin Hobb pave the way for Patrick Rothfuss' fantasy series The Kingkiller Chronicle? Listen and find out! Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/
Aug 07, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 229
Spoiler Free! The Friends discuss Locus Best First Novel Award winner and Nebula Award for Best Novel nominee The Mountain in the Sea by Ray Naylor Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/
Jul 31, 2023•52 min•Ep. 228
First part spoiler free! The Friends discuss the #1 New York Times and international bestselling adult fantasy series A Court of Thorns and Roses with book one of the same name by Sarah J. Maas. What do The Friends think of this top spicy young / new adult fantasy book? Tune in to find out! Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/
Jul 24, 2023•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 227
Spoiler free! The Friends discuss Yellowface - the latest release from New York Times Best Selling author R. F. Kuang (The Poppy War Trilogy, Babel). While Yellowface is not a fantasy book, that won't stop The Friends from talking about one of their favorite fantasy authors! Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/
Jul 17, 2023•54 min•Ep. 226
Spoiler Free! The Friends are joined by Stephen Aryan, author of the Age of Darkness and Age of Dread trilogies. His first novel, Battlemage, was a finalist for the David Gemmell Morningstar Award for best debut fantasy novel. It also won the inaugural Hellfest Inferno Award in France. Stephen's latest book, The Judas Blossom, is out July 11. This Fantasy epic is an imaginative and sprawling epic fantasy reimagining of the Mongol Empire's invasion of Persia, following the lives and treacherous j...
Jul 10, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 225
Another series of Friends Pitching Fantasy comes to a close as The Friends finally pick which fantasy books they are going to read next on the show. Thank you to everyone that voted on our polls! Dylan's pitches: Senlin Ascends by Josiah Bancroft A Court of Thorns & Roses by Sarah J Maas The Maleficent Seven by Cameron Johnston Charles' Pitches: Bloody Rose by Nicholas Eames The Way of Shadows by Brent Weeks Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com...
Jul 07, 2023•48 min•Ep. 224
What should The Friends read next? In this episode, Charles pitches three books to read on the show, but Dylan can only choose one! Charles' Pitches: Bloody Rose by Nicholas Eames The Way of Shadows by Brent Weeks Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb Help us choose our next book! https://twitter.com/TheFTFPodcast1 https://www.instagram.com/theftfpodcast/ Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/...
Jul 05, 2023•50 min•Ep. 223
What should The Friends read next? In this episode, Dylan pitches three books to read on the show, but Charles can only choose one! Dylan's Pitches: Senlin Ascends by Josiah Bancroft A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas The Maleficent Seven by Cameron Johnston Help us choose our next book! https://twitter.com/TheFTFPodcast1 https://www.instagram.com/theftfpodcast/ Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/...
Jul 03, 2023•59 min•Ep. 222
First half SPOILER FREE! The Friends discuss the hottest new release in fantasy The Book That Wouldn't Burn by bestselling author and friend of the show, Mark Lawrence. Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/
Jun 19, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 221
SPOILER FREE! The Friends interview Carnegie Medal and Los Angeles Times Book Prize winner Melvin Burgess. In his first adult novel, Loki, he breathes new life into the Norse myth. Buy Loki: https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1639364390?tag=simonsayscom Support Melvin Burgess: http://melvinburgess.net/news/ Visit our Website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/...
Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 220
The Friends discuss the latest fantasy action heist comedy to hit the movies: Dungeons & Dragons : Honor Among Thieves. Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/
May 30, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 219
International bestselling fantasy author Saara El-Arifi returns to the show to discuss her highly anticipated upcoming release, The Battle Drum - Book 2 of The Ending Fire Trilogy. The Battle Drum releases May 23! Get your copy now: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/671931/the-battle-drum-by-saara-el-arifi/ Support Saara: https://linktr.ee/SaaraElArifi Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/...
May 22, 2023•49 min•Ep. 218
The Friends read one of TIME's top 100 fantasy books of all time written by filmmaker turned indie author turned published author Evan Winter: The Rage of Dragons. Visit our Website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/
May 15, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 217
Looking to expand your reading goals for 2023? Consider playing along with r/Fantasy's Book Bingo Challenge- an annual reading challenge designed to challenge readers to try books and authors outside their comfort zone with their comprehensive fantasy book bingo card. Completing some of the bingo squares can be though, which is why The Friends decided to go square-by-square to recommend their top fantasy books for each category. Learn more about the r/Fantasy 2023 Book Bingo Challenge: https://w...
May 01, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 216
The Friends discuss New York Times best seller and winner of the 2021 Alex and Mythopoeic Awards, The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune. Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/
Apr 24, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 215
The Friends read one of the most popular fantasy books in modern history, #1 New York Times Bestseller and a USA Today and Indie Bestseller Rhythm of War by Brandon Sanderson, Book 4 of The Stormlight Archive. Visit our website: https://www.theftfpodcast.com/
Apr 17, 2023•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 214
