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Dune vs The Lord of the Rings: Which First?
Two novels claim the title of greatest speculative fiction ever written. Dune and The Lord of the Rings disagree about almost everything — mythology vs ecology, consolation vs catastrophe, a universe of gods vs a universe of oil. Here is how they compare and which to read first.
J.R.R. Tolkien Books in Order: Complete Guide to Middle-earth and Beyond
J.R.R. Tolkien's complete bibliography in order — from The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings to The Silmarillion and Unfinished Tales. The best starting points and the right reading order.
Neil Gaiman Books in Order: Complete Bibliography & Best Starting Points
Neil Gaiman has written novels, short story collections, children's books, and graphic novels across five decades. This guide covers his complete prose bibliography, the best books to start with, and how to navigate his enormous output.
Philip Pullman Books in Order: Complete Bibliography & Best Starting Points
Philip Pullman's complete bibliography in order — from The Golden Compass and His Dark Materials to The Book of Dust. Best starting points and reading order.
Ray Bradbury Books in Order: Complete Bibliography & Best Starting Points
Ray Bradbury's complete bibliography in order — from Fahrenheit 451 and The Martian Chronicles to Something Wicked This Way Comes. The best place to start and what makes his work last.
Where to Start with Andrzej Sapkowski: A Reading Guide
Where to start with Andrzej Sapkowski and The Witcher — whether to begin with The Last Wish, Sword of Destiny, or Blood of Elves. A complete reading guide.
Where to Start with Anne Rice: A Reading Guide
Where to start with Anne Rice — whether to begin with Interview with the Vampire, The Vampire Lestat, or Queen of the Damned. A complete reading guide to her Vampire Chronicles.
Where to Start with Brandon Sanderson: A Reading Guide
Where to start with Brandon Sanderson — whether to begin with Mistborn, The Way of Kings, or Elantris. A complete reading guide to the Cosmere and the fantasy master.
Where to Start with Cassandra Clare: A Reading Guide
Where to start with Cassandra Clare — whether to begin with City of Bones, Clockwork Angel, or Lady Midnight. A complete reading guide to the Shadowhunter Chronicles.
Where to Start with China Miéville: A Reading Guide
Where to start with China Miéville — whether to begin with The City and the City, Perdido Street Station, or Embassytown. A complete reading guide to weird fiction's master.
Where to Start with Deborah Harkness: A Reading Guide
Where to start with Deborah Harkness — whether to begin with A Discovery of Witches, Shadow of Night, or The Book of Life. A complete reading guide to the All Souls trilogy.
Where to Start with Diana Gabaldon: A Reading Guide
Where to start with Diana Gabaldon — how to begin the Outlander series, whether to start with Outlander or Dragonfly in Amber. A complete reading guide.
Where to Start with Garth Nix: A Reading Guide
Where to start with Garth Nix — whether to begin with Sabriel, Lirael, or Abhorsen. A complete reading guide to the Old Kingdom series and the Australian fantasy master.
Where to Start with Holly Black: A Reading Guide
Where to start with Holly Black — whether to begin with The Cruel Prince, Tithe, or The Stolen Heir. A complete reading guide to the Faerie fantasy novelist.
Where to Start with Jim Butcher: A Reading Guide
Where to start with Jim Butcher and The Dresden Files — why to begin with Storm Front and what to expect from the urban fantasy series. A complete reading guide.
Where to Start with Joe Abercrombie: A Reading Guide
Where to start with Joe Abercrombie — whether to begin with The Blade Itself, Best Served Cold, or A Little Hatred. A complete reading guide to the grimdark fantasy master.
Where to Start with Leigh Bardugo: A Reading Guide
Where to start with Leigh Bardugo — whether to begin with Six of Crows or Shadow and Bone. A complete reading guide to the Grishaverse and its connected series.
Where to Start with Madeline Miller: A Reading Guide
Where to start with Madeline Miller — whether to begin with Circe or The Song of Achilles. A complete reading guide to the mythological literary fiction novelist.
Where to Start with Neil Gaiman: A Reading Guide
Where to start with Neil Gaiman — whether to begin with American Gods, Good Omens, Coraline, or The Graveyard Book. A complete reading guide to Gaiman's novels.
Where to Start with N.K. Jemisin: A Reading Guide
Where to start with N.K. Jemisin — whether to begin with The Fifth Season or another entry point. A complete reading guide to the three-time Hugo Award winner.
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