Melissa's Best in Fantasy Audio

The Name of the Wind

Kingkiller Chronicle: Book #1

By: Patrick Rothfuss
Narrated by: Nick Podehl
Length: 27 hours 55 minutes

“The Name of the Wind is a very straightforward book which you absolutely should not take at face value just because of its upfront nature. Rothfuss builds a slow burn fantasy narrative meant to keep you warm throughout dark nights of literary pursuits, rather than a showy bonfire that burns through all its material in order to hook you. Kvothe,... Read more

The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

By: V. E. Schwab
Narrated by: Julia Whelan
Length: 17 hours 9 minutes

“A masterpiece. After trading her soul for immortality, Addie is cursed. No one can remember her. With the help of a brilliant narrator to bring the story to life and prose that sounds like poetry, Schwab whisks listeners through 300 years as Addie discovers what she would do to leave her mark on the world and be loved again. Read more

Empire of the Vampire

Book One

Empire of the Vampire: Book #1

By: Jay Kristoff
Narrated by: Damian Lynch
Length: 27 hours 27 minutes

“If I was left on a deserted island, Empire of the Vampire would be in my top five things to grab. An amazing blend of horror and fantasy, Jay Kristoff weaves a unique twist on vampires. Damian Lynch brings Gabriel to life with a stunning narration. This author is brutal so don't have favorites. It won't end well for you but the ride is an... Read more

The Square of Sevens

By: Laura Shepherd-Robinson
Narrated by: Imogen Wilde
Length: 20 hours 14 minutes

USA TODAY BESTSELLER

This “intricately plotted, epic” (The Times, London) international bestseller—in the vein of the vivid novels of Sarah Waters and Sarah Perry—follows an orphaned fortune teller in 18th-century England as she searches for answers about her long-dead mother.

Cornwall, 1730: A young girl known only as Red travels with her father... Read more

The House in the Cerulean Sea

Cerulean Chronicles: Book #1

By: TJ Klune
Narrated by: Daniel Henning
Length: 12 hours 12 minutes

“Magical, fun, emotional. Such a great read. Read more

The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

A Full-Cast BBC Radio Dramatisation

BBC Radio’s The Lord of the Rings: Book #1

By: Richard O'Callaghan
Narrated by: Peter Woodthorpe, Ian Holm, Robert Stephens, Michael Hordern, Bill Nighy, John McAndrew, David Collings, Douglas Livingstone & Full Cast
Length: 4 hours 35 minutes

With its first broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on March 8, 1981, this dramatised tale of Middle Earth became an instant global classic. It boasts a truly outstanding cast including Ian Holm (as Frodo), Michael Hordern (as Gandalf), Robert Stephens (as Aragorn), Bill Nighy (as Sam Gamgee) and John Le Mesurier (as Bilbo).

Brian Sibley's famous adaptation... Read more

Fourth Wing

Empyrean: Book #1

By: Rebecca Yarros
Narrated by: Rebecca Soler & Teddy Hamilton
Length: 21 hours 22 minutes

“If you’re a fan of fantasy and fated love, Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros is a must-read! This thrilling novel takes you on a wild ride filled with adventure, powerful magic, and an irresistible romance that will keep you hooked from start to finish. With vivid world-building and a captivating plot, it’s perfect for readers who love a blend of... Read more

Mistborn

The Final Empire

The Mistborn Saga: Book #1

By: Brandon Sanderson
Narrated by: Michael Kramer
Length: 24 hours 39 minutes

“Great world building and great magic! Read more

Book of Night

By: Holly Black
Narrated by: Sara Amini
Length: 12 hours 32 minutes

“Holly Black’s adult fantasy debut is as chilling, dark, and action-packed as you’d expect. The world of shadow magic is fascinating, the story is an absolute page-turner, and Charlie is messy, clever, and completely relatable. Read more

A Game of Thrones

A Song of Ice and Fire: Book One

A Song of Ice and Fire: Book #1

By: George R. R. Martin
Narrated by: Roy Dotrice
Length: 33 hours 42 minutes

NOW THE ACCLAIMED HBO SERIES GAME OF THRONES—THE MASTERPIECE THAT BECAME A CULTURAL PHENOMENON
 
Here is the first book in the landmark series that has redefined imaginative fiction and become a modern masterpiece.

A GAME OF THRONES
 
In a land where summers can last decades and winters a lifetime, trouble is brewing. The cold is returning, and in... Read more

Neverwhere

By: Neil Gaiman
Narrated by: Neil Gaiman
Length: 13 hours 48 minutes

National BestsellerSelected as one of NPR’s Top 100 Science Fiction and Fantasy Books of All TimeThe #1 New York Times bestselling author’s wildly successful first novel featuring his new Neverwhere tale, “How the Marquis Got His Coat Back.” Richard Mayhew is a young man with a good heart and an ordinary life, which is changed forever when he... Read more

The Night Circus

A Novel

By: Erin Morgenstern
Narrated by: Jim Dale
Length: 13 hours 38 minutes

“The Night Circus has to be one of my favorite stories ever and Jim Dale brings it to life in the most gorgeous, comforting, magical way. I think I've listened to it at least 20 times at this point and sometimes I'll put it on just so I can drift off to sleep. I literally can't recommend it enough. Read more

The Magicians

A Novel

Magicians Trilogy

By: Lev Grossman
Narrated by: Mark Bramhall
Length: 17 hours 23 minutes

Lev Grossman’s new novel THE BRIGHT SWORD is out now!

The New York Times bestselling novel about a young man practicing magic in the real world, now an original series on SYFY

“The Magicians is to Harry Potter as a shot of Irish whiskey is to a glass of weak tea. . . . Hogwarts was never like this.”
—George R.R. Martin
 
“Sad, hilarious,... Read more

Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell

20th Anniversary Edition

By: Susanna Clarke
Narrated by: Richard Armitage
Length: 36 hours 14 minutes

“While Napoleon threatens to conquer Europe, a magician offers his services to the British government. A wonderful, dark, and often funny alternate history fantasy novel. Read more

Renegades

Renegades: Book #1

By: Marissa Meyer
Narrated by: Dan Bittner & Rebecca Soler
Length: 16 hours 58 minutes

“The much- awaited “Renegades” by Marissa Meyer has finally arrived and it does not disappoint. Meet Nightmare/Nova, an Anarchist vowed to wreak her vengeance on a syndicate of super heroes, led by Captain Chromium and infiltrated by the mysterious Sentinel. Saved as a young girl by her Uncle Ace, leader of the Anarchists, Nova is determined to... Read more

The Cruel Prince

The Folk of the Air: Book #1

By: Holly Black
Narrated by: Caitlin Kelly
Length: 12 hours 36 minutes

“When young Jude's parents are murdered, she and her sisters are stolen away to live in Faerie. Jude only wants to fit in, but the fey are untrustworthy and dislike all things human. In this enemies to lovers trilogy, Jude constantly spars with the wicked Prince Cardan as she discovers her own growing powers. I am such a fan of Holly Black and... Read more

Good Omens

The BBC Radio 4 dramatisation

By: Neil Gaiman & Terry Pratchett
Narrated by: Full Cast, Mark Heap & Peter Serafinowicz
Length: 4 hours 19 minutes

“Terry Pratchett AND Neil Gaiman? You know it's going to be a good time! When a scatterbrained satanic nun loses the infant Antichrist right before Armageddon, chaos ensues. An antiquarian bookselling angel and a fast living demon team up to save the world that they have come to enjoy. Read more