EPISODE · Nov 12, 2025 · 28 MIN
Top 10 Modern Fantasy Series That Deserve Faithful Adaptations
from Fantasy for the Ages · host Jim Scriven
What modern fantasy stories most deserve the big-screen (or small-screen) treatment?In this episode, Jim counts down his Top 10 Modern Fantasy Series That Deserve Faithful, High-Quality Adaptations — from epic world-hopping sagas to gritty, character-driven tales of gods, rebels, and revolution. Zach is ALSO here for this one, commenting on his Dad’s picks — which ones does he agree on, which has Dad lost his mind on? Zach will then share the picks that his Dad completely whiffed over.No cheap shortcuts. No tone-deaf “reimaginings.” We’re talking faithful, stunning adaptations of some of the best fantasy series published since 1990.Which of these would YOU most want to see adapted? Drop your picks in the comments and join the conversation!🔥 Support Fantasy for the AgesJoin our Patreon community for bonus content, early previews, and more:👉 patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges#FantasyForTheAges #JimSolo #ModernFantasy #FantasyBooks #BookTube #FantasyAdaptations #BrandonSanderson #NKKjemisin #TheStormlightArchive #TheBrokenEarthTrilogy #ScottLynch #RFKuang #RobertJacksonBennett #FondaLee #JohnGwynne #FantasyCountdown #EpicFantasy #BookRecommendations #SpeculativeFiction #FantasyCommunityWays to connect with us:Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.socialFollow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @[email protected] Email us: [email protected] Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesJim’s Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim’s Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening / Episode Explanation2:28 - Honorable Mentions5:58 - Jim’s Top 1023:25 - Zach’s Additions27:15 - Conclusion & Wrap-up————————————————————————————Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements:https://elements.envato.com/
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What modern fantasy stories most deserve the big-screen (or small-screen) treatment?In this episode, Jim counts down his Top 10 Modern Fantasy Series That Deserve Faithful, High-Quality Adaptations — from epic world-hopping sagas to gritty, character-driven tales of gods, rebels, and revolution. Zach is ALSO here for this one, commenting on his Dad’s picks — which ones does he agree on, which has Dad lost his mind on? Zach will then share the picks that his Dad completely whiffed over.No cheap shortcuts. No tone-deaf “reimaginings.” We’re talking faithful, stunning adaptations of some of the best fantasy series published since 1990.Which of these would YOU most want to see adapted? Drop your picks in the comments and join the conversation!🔥 Support Fantasy for the AgesJoin our Patreon community for bonus content, early previews, and more:👉 patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges#FantasyForTheAges #JimSolo #ModernFantasy #FantasyBooks #BookTube #FantasyAdaptations #BrandonSanderson #NKKjemisin #TheStormlightArchive #TheBrokenEarthTrilogy #ScottLynch #RFKuang #RobertJacksonBennett #FondaLee #JohnGwynne #FantasyCountdown #EpicFantasy #BookRecommendations #SpeculativeFiction #FantasyCommunityWays to connect with us:Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.socialFollow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @[email protected] Email us: [email protected] Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesJim’s Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim’s Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening / Episode Explanation2:28 - Honorable Mentions5:58 - Jim’s Top 1023:25 - Zach’s Additions27:15 - Conclusion & Wrap-up————————————————————————————Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements:https://elements.envato.com/
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