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Worth the Time Fantasy, Sci-Fi and Fiction Book Recommendations for ALL Ages

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Fantasy Books That You Won't Put Down

My favorite Fantasy books and series
 
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My favorite fantasy series with female heroines and music as powerful weapons
The Old Kingdom Three-Book Box Set: Sabriel, Lirael, Abhorsen
 
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Meet Sabriel and her bandioler of bells that work together to fight evil. Watch out for Mogget!
Sabriel (Abhorsen, #1) by Garth Nix
 
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Book Two of the Old Kingdom Series! Lireal feels left out but little does she know its for her own good.
Lirael: Daughter of the Clayr (Old Kingdom/Abhorsen ...
 
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The Third in the Old Kingdom Series! Can Lireal learn quickly enough to stop the old true form of evil from being revived?
Abhorsen (Old Kingdom/Abhorsen Series #3) (Classic ...
 
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This is on my TBR list but I'm excited to see what the sixth book in The Old Kingdom series holds! The magic system that Nix has created is unforgettable
Terciel & Elinor (Old Kingdom/Abhorsen Series #6)
 
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The book that starts it all! The Hobbit is the one book that I would love to read again for the first time. Perfect for those who like descriptive and slow reads with adventure
The Hobbit: The Classic Fantasy Novel and Prelude to The Lord of the Rings
 
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Book 1 - The Lord of the Rings Trilogy - If ai had to pick any book to read again for the first time, it would absolutely be this Trilogy. Tolkien has created something unlike any other author of his time or our present one. The world building and at...
The Fellowship of the Ring (The Lord of the Rings, Part 1)|Paperback
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Book 2 - The Lord of the Rings Trilogy- Not all who wander are lost, and the Fellowship lives on in our hearts. Keep on, fellow Tolkien lovers as the action gets more intense!
The Two Towers (Lord of the Rings Part 2)|Paperback
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Book 3 - The Lord of the Rings Trilogy - The final Battle is here for the hearts and swords of our characters to prove their worth and mettle. Will our heros win the day? Or, will Sauron have his way?
The Return of the King (Lord of the Rings Part 3)|Paperback
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The entire boxed set of A Wrinkle In Time and all of the corresponding stories! Did you read A Wrinkle in Time and want to travel back and know the rest of the story about Meg and her brother's? Now is your chance!
Madeleine L'Engle: The Kairos Novels: The Wrinkle in Time and Polly O'Keefe Quartets: A Library of America Boxed Set|Hardcover
 
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Mystery and high seas adventure in a new fantasy realm. Follow Ged (Sparrowhawk) as he discovers his darkest nemesis and more about himself then he ever knew possible. Great for young and old readers alike.
A Wizard of Earthsea (Earthsea Series #1)|Paperback

Giftable Fantasy Books to Inspire Reading

 
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A leatherette style book with a beautiful slipcase. These make a lovely gift for young fantasy readers and will likely become family heirlooms in the future
The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings: Deluxe Pocket ...
 
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Start where it all begins! At Redwall! Follow the adventure and bravery of a young Abbey mouse and find years of reading ahead. This edition has gilded edges and is a amazing gift for any lover of adventures.
Redwall: The Collector's Edition|Hardcover
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Classic Animal Based Fiction

 
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Meet Hazel, Fiver and Bigwig! Rabbits who simply want a place to be safe and prosper in their individuality. Follow the burrow as it settles onto Watership Down.
Watership Down: A Novel by Richard Adams, Paperback
 
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Jack London makes the Yukon come to life. Adventure and death is never far apart. In a time when animal welfare was not important, Buck and White Fang make you realize that life and love is species wide
The Call of the Wild & White Fang - Jack London
 
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The one book every horse lover should own. This is the epitome of timeless classic on the book shelf. The story of Black Beauty always captures hearts and minds of young readers.
Black Beauty (Barnes & Noble Collectible Editions)|Hardcover
 
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Many of us grew up with the Disney classic, Bambi. Last year I stumbled upon a 1930s copy of Bambi that I had no idea existed! Now I tell everyone I know that has kids that Bambi was a book first, its just been forgotten.
Bambi|Hardcover
 
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Misty of Chincoteague is a must a read for all young horse enthusiasts, but watch out! Your next vacation might be to see Pony Penning Days in July. Let your riders imagination soar on the ocean breeze and dream of their own special pony.
Misty of Chincoteague Essential Collection (Boxed Set)
 
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The start of it all! For those that have not been to Mossflower wood and Redwall Abbey, you are truly in for a treat. This is more of a juvenile or yound adult style read but nonetheless full of characters and adventure.
Redwall (Redwall Series #1)|Paperback

Vintage Out of Stock Book Recommendations

 
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Wrote by the same author as Pippi Longstocking, The Brothers Lionheart is a bold adventure with a sad beginning. This book is a first edition and has stunning lineart illustrations
1975 THE BROTHERS LIONHEART - Astrid Lindgren DJ/HC 1st Print/1st Am Edition
 
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A timeless classic with beautiful vintage aesthetic! This copy has been around but is in great shape.
1917 20,000 LEAGUES UNDER THE SEA by Jules Verne Vintage Grosset & Dunlap
 
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A story of courage and sadness, this classic is always worth a read. Set during World War II it follows a young solider through the challenges of a European solider during the end of the war.
1958 All Quiet on the Western Front - Erich Maria Remarque – 60th Ann Book Club