The 26 Best Fantasy Books to Read in 2023

J.J. Pryor
Feedium
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14 min readMar 8, 2022

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A mystical castle that looks like its from a fantasy book
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Looking to immerse yourself in epic tales of warriors, wizards, and battles for the ages? Look no further! This is a list of the 26 best fantasy books and series to read this year.

While their stories differ greatly, they’re all sure to meaningfully impact you one way or another. I’ve tried my best to only curate the best in the genre so you’ll be sure every book is worth your time.

These fantasy books aren’t listed in any particular order, but all of them pack a powerful punch of tasty reading juice.

The Best Fantasy Books to Read in 2023

#1. The Dune series

by Frank Herbert

The cover of The Dune book series
Via Amazon

Summary:

The Dune series is a science fiction classic that tells the story of the fall and rise of a great aristocratic family on the planet Arrakis. The series is set in the far future and features a complex plot with a large cast of characters.

The first book in the series, Dune, was published in 1965 and won the Hugo Award for Best Novel the next year. The series has been praised for its complex world-building and…

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J.J. Pryor
Feedium

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