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Literature set in an imaginary universe
Fantasy literature is literature set in an imaginary universe, often but not always without any locations, events, or people from the real world. Magic
Fantasy_literature
Literary genre
completely imaginary realms and creatures. The genre's roots lie in fantasy literature and drama. From the twentieth century onward, it has expanded into
Fantasy
Subgenre of fiction
High fantasy, or epic fantasy, is a subgenre of fantasy defined by the epic nature of its setting or by the epic stature of its characters, themes, or
High_fantasy
Genre of fiction
commonly associated with science fiction literature. However, not all steampunk fantasy belongs to the historical fantasy subgenre. After Antoine Galland's translation
Historical_fantasy
supernatural and the fantastic were an element of literature from its beginning. The modern fantasy genre is distinguished from tales and folklore which
History_of_fantasy
Annual lecture commemorating J R R Tolkien
The J.R.R. Tolkien Lecture on Fantasy Literature is a free public lecture delivered annually at Pembroke College, Oxford. The series was founded by Pembroke
The J. R. R. Tolkien Lecture on Fantasy Literature
The_J._R._R._Tolkien_Lecture_on_Fantasy_Literature
Children's literature with fantasy elements
Children's fantasy is a subgenre of fantasy literature intended for young readers. It may also refer to fantasy read by children, regardless of the intended
Children's_fantasy
Fantasy narratives involving travel through portals
Portal fantasy, also called portal-quest fantasy, gateway fantasy or crossworld fantasy, is a subgenre of speculative fiction, particularly fantasy fiction
Portal_fantasy
Genre of fantasy literature
Hard fantasy is a term used to describe different types of fantasy literature, especially those which present stories set in (and often centered on) a
Hard_fantasy
Subgenre of fantasy
Dark fantasy is a subgenre of fantasy works that incorporates magical and supernatural elements with the grim, unsettling, and macabre atmosphere of horror
Dark_fantasy
2016 book by Michael Levy / Farah Mendlesohn
Children's Fantasy Literature: An Introduction is a reference work by American author Michael Levy and British author Farah Mendlesohn, published in 2016
Children's Fantasy Literature: An Introduction
Children's_Fantasy_Literature:_An_Introduction
Subgenre of fantasy fiction defined by a "mundane" setting
Victorian children's literature. The genre diverged into the two subgenres, high and low fantasy, after the Edwardian era. Low fantasy itself diverged into
Low_fantasy
called the "father" of modern fantasy, or more specifically of high fantasy. Tolkien's works brought fantasy literature a new degree of mainstream acclaim;
Tolkien's_impact_on_fantasy
Magicians appearing in fantasy fiction
fiction, and folklore, and are common figures in works of fantasy, such as fantasy literature (as well as comics and animations adopted from it) and role-playing
Magician_(fantasy)
Indian historian and photographer
non-human growth - impacts the creation of ‘wonder’ in the worlds of fantasy literature. Pandey has also pursued a parallel research interest in the evolving
Siddharth_Pandey
Genre of fantasy fiction
Sword and sorcery (S&S), or heroic fantasy, is a sub-genre of fantasy literature characterized by sword-wielding heroes engaged in exciting and violent
Sword_and_sorcery
Overview of and topical guide to fantasy
overlap between the two genres. Fantasy can be described as all of the following: Genre – any category of literature or other forms of art or entertainment
Outline_of_fantasy
Subgenre of fantasy literature
The fantasy of manners is a subgenre of fantasy literature that also partakes of the nature of a comedy of manners (though it is not necessarily humorous)
Fantasy_of_manners
Type of art that explores fantasy and imagination
or mannerist art. It has had a deep and circular interaction with fantasy literature.[citation needed] The subject matter of fantastic art may resemble
Fantastic_art
Literary award
Mythopoeic Awards for literature and literary studies are given annually for outstanding works in the fields of myth, fantasy, and the scholarly study
Mythopoeic_Awards
2008 book by Farah Mendlesohn
University Press. In the book, Mendlesohn proposes four categories of fantasy literature: portal quest, immersive, intrusion, and liminal. The discussion for
Rhetorics_of_Fantasy
Sub-genre of contemporary art
Slavic fantasy (Russian: Славянское фэнтези, Polish: fantasy słowiańska) is a sub-genre of contemporary art (fantasy literature, cinema, video games, visual
Slavic_fantasy
Film genre
subgenres, much as in fantasy literature, are somewhat fluid. The most common fantasy subgenres depicted in movies are high fantasy and sword and sorcery
Fantasy_film
Written works of art
– Fantasy – (for more details see Fantasy subgenres, fantasy literature) Epic fantasy – Science fantasy – Steampunk – Urban fantasy – Weird fantasy –
Outline_of_literature
fiction Fantasy By setting Epic / high fantasy Hard fantasy Historical fantasy Prehistoric fantasy Medieval fantasy Wuxia Low fantasy Urban fantasy Paranormal
List_of_writing_genres
British academic historian and writer
Mendlesohn is best-known for their book Rhetorics of Fantasy (2008), which classifies fantasy literature into four modes based on how the fantastic enters
Farah_Mendlesohn
Imaginary world created for fictional media
A fantasy world or fictional world is a world created for fictional media, such as literature, film or games. Typical fantasy worlds feature magical abilities
Fantasy_world
Chinese "Eastern Fantasy" genre
Xuanhuan (玄幻 typically translated as Eastern fantasy) is a Chinese fantasy genre that is rooted in but not limited to Chinese culture and mythology, often
Xuanhuan
1897 novel by William Morris
of the supernatural, and thus the precursor of much of present-day fantasy literature. The Sundering Flood was Morris' last work of fiction, completed only
The_Sundering_Flood
Scottish academic and author
a Greek academic and writer. She became the Professor of Fantasy and Children's Literature at the University of Glasgow in 2023. Her field of research
Dimitra_Fimi
Study and creation of maps of imagined places or events
origins in mythology, philosophy, literature and natural sciences. Although typically geographical, cartographic fantasy can include planetary, galactic
Fantasy_cartography
traditional elves found in Middle Ages folklore and Victorian era literature. Post-Tolkien fantasy elves tend to be immortal or long-lived in comparison to humans
Elves_in_fiction
English writer and philologist (1892–1973)
avalanche of new fantasy books and authors. This has led to his popular identification as the "father" of modern fantasy literature. He is widely regarded
J._R._R._Tolkien
Subgenre of fantasy
Contemporary fantasy is a subgenre of fantasy set in the present day. It is perhaps most popular for its subgenres, occult detective fiction, urban fantasy, low
Contemporary_fantasy
British fantasy author
R. J. Barker (or, RJ Barker) is a British author of fantasy literature. He is best known for his Wounded Kingdom trilogy and the Tide Child trilogy. Barker
R._J._Barker
Adaptations of book series
several forms of media, including film, cartoons, and contemporary fantasy literature. Mary Poppins was made into a film based on the first four books in
Adaptations_of_Mary_Poppins
Magic depicted in fictional stories
Encyclopedia of Fantasy (1st ed.). New York: St. Martin's Griffin. ISBN 0312198698. Martin, Philip (2002). The Writer's Guide to Fantasy Literature: From Dragon's
Magic_in_fiction
Fictional character created by Karl Edward Wagner
rip heads off if push came to shove". Some commentators argue that the fantasy protagonist that Kane has most in common with is Michael Moorcock's Elric
Kane_(fantasy)
Aspect of fiction
representative of Polish science fiction literature. As elsewhere, Polish science fiction is closely related to the genres of fantasy, horror and others. In the 1970s
Polish_speculative_fiction
American writer (born 1989)
Lawrence Wight III (born August 11, 1989) is an American author of fantasy literature. He independently published the Cradle series, which has topped the
Will_Wight
Genre of fiction including science fiction, horror and fantasy
catch-all genre includes but is not limited to fantasy, science fiction, social science fiction, science fantasy, superhero, paranormal and supernatural horror
Speculative_fiction
1988 book by David Pringle
considered an important critical summary of the field of modern fantasy literature. Modern Fantasy followed Pringle's Science Fiction: The 100 Best Novels, published
Modern Fantasy: The 100 Best Novels
Modern_Fantasy:_The_100_Best_Novels
Polish folk tale creature
of fantasy literature, they are now differentiated from both gnomes (Polish: gnom) and dwarfs (Polish: krasnolud), both of which are used in fantasy literature
Krasnoludek
Arousing spiritual or religious emotion; mysterious or awe-inspiring
infinity of God. In a book-length scholarly treatment of the subject in fantasy literature, Chris Brawley devotes chapters to the concept in "The Rime of the
Numinous
Concept that there might be more than one dimension of time
discussed in physics and philosophy. Similar ideas appear in folklore and fantasy literature. Speculative theories with more than one time dimension have been
Multiple_time_dimensions
Abandoned person
are common as literary protagonists, especially in children's and fantasy literature. The characters Heathcliff in Emily Brontë's 1847 novel Wuthering
Waif
The history of Chinese literature extends thousands of years, and begins with the earliest recorded inscriptions, court archives, building to the major
Chinese_literature
Class of mental image or pattern of thought
fantasy can be created by the person's imagination or memory, and may be triggered autonomously or by external stimulation such as erotic literature or
Sexual_fantasy
1968 fantasy novel by Ursula K. Le Guin
Parnassus in 1968. It is regarded as a classic of children's literature and of fantasy, within which it is widely influential. The story is set in the
A_Wizard_of_Earthsea
Legendary bipedal creature
is a popular creature in European literature, mythology, and folklore. Today, it is often used in fantasy literature and video games. The wyvern in heraldry
Wyvern
Theosophy had a certain influence on contemporary literature, particularly in forms of genre fiction such as fantasy and science fiction. Researchers claim that
Theosophy_and_literature
System of belief and practice inspired by the Middle Ages of Europe
popular fantasy and medieval history as can be seen in computer games such as MMORPGs, films and television, neo-medieval music, and popular literature. It
Medievalism
Index of articles associated with the same name
native to India and named after Salazar Slytherin of the Harry Potter fantasy literature series. Asmelash, Leah (22 April 2020). "Scientists discover a new
Green_pit_viper
Book by Ursula K. Le Guin
Guin's description of fantasy literature: "We like to think we live in daylight, but half the world is always dark; and fantasy, like poetry, speaks the
The_Language_of_the_Night
fantasy authors, authors known for writing works of fantasy, fantasy literature, or related genres of magic realism, horror fiction, science fantasy.
List_of_fantasy_authors
Taiwanese writer (born 1975)
translator. He dedicated himself to promoting fantasy literature because of his passion for video games and fantasy fiction. He translated J. R. R. Tolkien's
Lucifer_Chu
1894 novel by William Morris
present-day fantasy literature. It was first published in hardcover by Morris's Kelmscott Press, in 1894. The book's importance in the history of fantasy literature
The_Wood_Beyond_the_World
Novel series by Terry Brooks
reviewers acknowledged that fans of the series would likely be satisfied. Fantasy Literature called Heritage of Shannara "Brooks’ best Shannara series". The final
Heritage_of_Shannara
Fantasy book series by Steven Erikson
"Not Your Grandmother's Epic Fantasy: A Fantasy Author's Thoughts Upon Reading The Cambridge Companion to Fantasy Literature". The New York Review of Science
Malazan_Book_of_the_Fallen
Scottish writer and Christian minister (1824–1905)
Congregational minister. He became a pioneering figure in the field of modern fantasy literature and the mentor of fellow-writer Lewis Carroll. In addition to his
George_MacDonald
American fantasy fiction magazine
"Adventures in Fantasy Literature," Black Gate primarily features original short fiction up to novella length. It also features reviews of fantasy novels, graphic
Black_Gate_(magazine)
Short-story genre
The conte cruel (French for "cruel tale") is, as The A to Z of Fantasy Literature by Brian Stableford states, a "short-story genre that takes its name
Conte_cruel
1969–1974 Ballantine Books imprint
popularity of Tolkien's works), the series reissued a number of works of fantasy literature which were out of print or dispersed in back issues of pulp magazines
Ballantine Adult Fantasy series
Ballantine_Adult_Fantasy_series
Literary genre
horror and dark fantasy from 1995 to 2008. The Shirley Jackson Awards are literary awards for outstanding achievement in the literature of psychological
Horror_fiction
Swedish scholar, novelist, and translator
Simonson is a Swedish scholar, novelist, and translator, specialized in fantasy literature and science fiction. He teaches at the University of the Basque Country
Martin_Simonson
British novelist and game designer
Genevieve Cogman is a British author of fantasy literature and role-playing games. Cogman has an MSc in statistics with Medical Applications. She works
Genevieve_Cogman
Series of audiobooks collecting short stories by Harlan Ellison
Fantasy Literature. "1966 Hugo Awards". The Hugo Awards. Hooper, Kat. "The Voice From the Edge, Vol 2: Midnight in the Sunken Cathedral". Fantasy literature
The_Voice_From_the_Edge
Style of literary fiction and art
onefold world that can be found in fairy-tale and fantasy literature. Prominent English-language fantasy writers have rejected definitions of "magic realism"
Magical_realism
Chinese fantasy genre
仙侠; pinyin: xiānxiá; lit. 'immortal heroes') is a genre of Chinese fantasy literature heavily inspired by Chinese mythology and influenced by philosophies
Xianxia
Jungian and literary archetype
who was only half human. In medieval chivalric romance and modern fantasy literature, he is often presented as a wizard. He can also or instead be featured
Wise_old_man
American fantasy author (born 1953)
Collins Wrede (/ˈriːdi/; born March 27, 1953) is an American author of fantasy literature. She is known for her Enchanted Forest Chronicles series for young
Patricia_Wrede
1889 novel by William Morris
of the supernatural, and thus the precursor of much of present-day fantasy literature. It was first published in hardcover by Reeves and Turner in 1889
The_House_of_the_Wolfings
Dungeons & Dragons inspirational bibliography
Shadows Appendix N reflects the canon of fantasy literature at the end of the '70s. The amalgamation of fantasy tropes into the original D&D in the late
Appendix_N
Short story collection by Bram Stoker
illustrations by the same artists. Its significance in the development of fantasy literature was recognized by its republication in October 1978 by the Newcastle
Under_the_Sunset
Japanese fantasy subgenre about travel to another world
Japanese folktales, such as the story of Urashima Tarō, and Western fantasy literature. The first modern isekai works were Haruka Takachiho's novel Warrior
Isekai
American author of fantasy literature (born 1954)
Melanie Rawn (born 1954) is an American author of fantasy literature. She received a BA in history from Scripps College and worked as a teacher and editor
Melanie_Rawn
American novelist and journalist (born 1969)
labeled a Harry Potter for adults", injecting mature themes into fantasy literature. The Magicians won the 2010 Alex Award, given to ten adult books that
Lev_Grossman
English fantasy writer
Fantasy Writers Association named her the 40th Damon Knight Memorial Grand Master in recognition of her significant contributions to the literature of
Susan_Cooper
Germany literary prize
German-speaking authors, publishers and translators in the field of fantasy literature. From 1992 to 2008 the prize was endowed every fourth year by the
Deutscher_Fantasy_Preis
1984 fantasy novel by Robert Holdstock
Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction. It won the World Fantasy Award for Best Novel in 1985. It belongs to a type of fantasy literature known as mythic
Mythago_Wood
Spanish writer (born 1976)
February 1976, Zarréu, Asturias) is a Spanish writer, specializing in fantasy literature. His most well-known work is the literary cycle Historias de la Tierra
Házael_González
2016 novel by Guy Gavriel Kay
those in The Lord of the Rings and other contemporary fantasy novels". Writing for Fantasy Literature, Bill Capossere stated that Children of Earth and Sky
Children_of_Earth_and_Sky
American fantasy magazine
classed as a series of anthologies) which reprinted science fiction and fantasy literature by now well-known authors. They were edited by Donald A. Wollheim
Avon Science Fiction and Fantasy Readers
Avon_Science_Fiction_and_Fantasy_Readers
American writer (born 1984)
with Robert Jackson Bennett | Fantasy Literature: Fantasy and Science Fiction Book and Audiobook Reviews". Fantasy Literature. Retrieved September 19, 2013
Robert_Jackson_Bennett
German writer (born 1954)
North Rhine-Westphalia) is a German writer of science fiction, fantasy and youth literature who lives near Neuss in North Rhine-Westphalia. She is the wife
Heike_Hohlbein
French writer (1746–1805)
1 February 1805) was a French writer who wrote a seminal work of fantasy literature: Le Dernier Homme (The Last Man) (1805). This was the first modern
Jean-Baptiste Cousin de Grainville
Jean-Baptiste_Cousin_de_Grainville
company owned by Brian Hades that focuses on science fiction and fantasy literature. The company publishes under four different imprints and is currently
Hades_Publications
Collection of New Age beliefs
Le Matin des magiciens. These latter writers were inspired by the fantasy literature of H. P. Lovecraft and publications by Charles Fort. However, there
Mayanism
British fantasy and science fiction author (1948–2009)
Pictish fantasy literature, predominantly in the fantasy subgenre of mythic fiction. Holdstock broke into print in 1968. His science fiction and fantasy works
Robert_Holdstock
1975 novel by Tanith Lee
Birthgrave: Pretty Good." Fantasy Literature Fantasy and Science Fiction Book and Audiobook Reviews RSS. Fantasy Literature, n.d. Web. 05 Oct. 2015. Gidney
The_Birthgrave
American writer, critic and academic
Routledge Companion to science fiction. Levy also wrote Children's Fantasy Literature: An Introduction, the first work on the 500-year history of the genre
Michael_M._Levy
1924 novel by Lord Dunsany
1924 fantasy novel by Anglo-Irish writer Lord Dunsany. It is widely recognized as one of the most influential and acclaimed works in all of fantasy literature
The King of Elfland's Daughter
The_King_of_Elfland's_Daughter
French author
1969) is a French author of fantasy literature and role-playing games. Born in 1969, Jaworski is a teacher of French literature at a lycée in Nancy. In 1983
Jean-Philippe_Jaworski
Science fiction transportation concept
space between them. It is a common subject in science fiction and fantasy literature. Teleportation is often paired with time travel, being that the traveling
Teleportation
American fiction writer (born 1952)
Rhetorics of Fantasy. Wesleyan University Press. ISBN 978-0-8195-7391-9. Prater, Lenise (2016). "Queering Magic: Robin Hobb and Fantasy Literature's Radical
Robin_Hobb
and the Nebula Award, given annually to works of science fiction or fantasy literature. The Hugo Awards are voted on by science-fiction fans at the World
List of joint winners of the Hugo and Nebula awards
List_of_joint_winners_of_the_Hugo_and_Nebula_awards
literature." Classical mythology is replete with fantastical stories and characters, the best known (and perhaps the most relevant to modern fantasy)
Early_history_of_fantasy
Fictional character
City" (Science Fantasy No. 47, June 1961). Moorcock's doomed albino antihero is one of the better-known characters in fantasy literature, having crossed
Elric_of_Melniboné
Award honoring achievement in fantasy literature
The Gandalf Awards, honoring achievement in fantasy literature, were conferred by the World Science Fiction Society annually from 1974 to 1981. They were
Gandalf_Award
American writer (born 1996)
October 28, 2020) J.R.R. Tolkien Lecture on Fantasy Literature, Pembroke College, Oxford, May 23, 2022 Fantasy Worlds: A Day of Talks - Rebecca F Kuang in
R._F._Kuang
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