FantasyLiterature.net

FantasyLiterature.net (or FanLit.net) is an information and review site for classic and modern fantasy literature. It was founded in June, 2007 and currently lists the works of more than 525 traditionally-published fantasy authors. Works from all sub-genres of fantasy literature are included (e.g., epic fantasy, high fantasy, sword and sorcery, urban fantasy, paranormal fantasy, and dark fantasy, etc.).

Each author page includes information about the author, publishers' descriptions of the author’s work, publication dates, cover art, and occasionally an interview. In addition, most pages include one or more reviews of the author’s work. At this time, 11 invited volunteer reviewers run the website, and their goal is to eventually review all of the works listed. FantasyLiterature.net does not accept outside reviews.

FanLit.net’s homepage lists new and upcoming fantasy literature releases, recently reviewed novels, and the reviewers’ most recommended fantasy books. Other pages of the website contain lists of fantasy literature for children and young adults, fantasy literature available on audiobook or by audio download, a reader poll that allows all users to vote for their favorite and least favorite fantasy epics, and a discussion forum for registered users. A site search engine is also available.

While FanLit.net does not include or review the works of self-published, or otherwise non-traditionally published authors, these authors may submit excerpts which are linked on the “Read New Authors” page. Preditors & Editors, a website devoted to helping new and aspiring authors, has listed FanLit.net as a good promotional resource, and its readers have included it in their 2007 poll results.

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