Big Books of 2026

Listopia > Book Lists Voted on by Kim (27 Lists)



The Nightingale by Kristin HannahThe Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman
Best Audiobooks
1,565 books — 1,108 voters
A Game of Thrones by George R.R. MartinThe Steel Remains by Richard K. MorganThe Cold Commands by Richard K. Morgan
The Grimdarks
479 books — 1,173 voters

The Crown Tower by Michael J. SullivanThe Rose and the Thorn by Michael J. SullivanThe First Confessor by Terry GoodkindDebt of Bones by Terry Goodkind
Prequels
99 books — 68 voters
Theft of Swords by Michael J. SullivanThe Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss
Non-YA Fantasy
340 books — 45 voters

Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James
The Worst Books of All Time
8,104 books — 19,875 voters
The King's Blood by Daniel Abraham
Science Fiction & Fantasy Titles for 2012!
651 books — 1,423 voters

The Winds of Winter by George R.R. MartinThe Doors of Stone by Patrick Rothfuss
Hurry Up and Release It!!!
252 books — 3,789 voters
The Crown Tower by Michael J. Sullivan
Most Anticipated Coming Soon New Releases - 2012/2013
226 books — 405 voters

The Crown Tower by Michael J. Sullivan
Reasons to Look Forward to 2013
518 books — 1,024 voters
The Crown Tower by Michael J. Sullivan
Can't Wait Science Fiction/Fantasy of 2013
625 books — 2,903 voters

The King's Blood by Daniel Abraham
Adult Fantasy & Sci-Fi 2012
426 books — 722 voters
Theft of Swords by Michael J. SullivanHeir of Novron by Michael J. SullivanRise of Empire by Michael J. Sullivan
Thieves
659 books — 1,257 voters

Outlander by Diana GabaldonVoyager by Diana GabaldonDragonfly in Amber by Diana GabaldonDrums of Autumn by Diana GabaldonThe Fiery Cross by Diana Gabaldon
Best Romance/Paranormal Romance Books with Strong Women Characters
16 books — 13 voters
The Sword of Truth, Boxed Set I by Terry GoodkindThe Sword of Truth Boxed Set II by Terry GoodkindThe Sword of Truth by Terry GoodkindMistborn by Brandon SandersonKushiel's Dart by Jacqueline Carey
Best Fantasy Books with Strong Women Characters
518 books — 416 voters

A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin
Best Sword & Castle Adventures
148 books — 88 voters
Theft of Swords by Michael J. SullivanRise of Empire by Michael J. Sullivan
INDIEpendence Day - A Celebration of Indie Authors
579 books — 607 voters

A Game of Thrones by George R.R. MartinThe Name of the Wind by Patrick RothfussA Storm of Swords by George R.R. MartinA Clash of Kings by George R.R. Martin
Five Star Fantasy Books
1,813 books — 2,140 voters
Interview with the Vampire by Anne RiceThe Witching Hour by Anne Rice
Vampires and Werewolves and Witches...Oh My!
1,946 books — 2,998 voters

Outlander by Diana GabaldonDragonfly in Amber by Diana GabaldonVoyager by Diana GabaldonDrums of Autumn by Diana GabaldonThe Fiery Cross by Diana Gabaldon
Best Time Travel Fiction
1,957 books — 5,244 voters
The Wise Man's Fear by Patrick RothfussA Dance with Dragons by George R.R. Martin
2011 DGLA Fantasy Book Nominees
103 books — 433 voters

A Game of Thrones by George R.R. MartinWizard's First Rule by Terry GoodkindThe Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss
Fantasy Books Written for Adults
1,299 books — 1,618 voters
A Game of Thrones by George R.R. MartinThe Name of the Wind by Patrick RothfussWizard's First Rule by Terry GoodkindA Clash of Kings by George R.R. MartinA Storm of Swords by George R.R. Martin
Favorites of the Fantasy Book Club
812 books — 1,732 voters

A Game of Thrones by George R.R. MartinThe Name of the Wind by Patrick RothfussA Clash of Kings by George R.R. MartinA Storm of Swords by George R.R. MartinA Feast for Crows by George R.R. Martin
The Best Fantasy Books
1,729 books — 1,427 voters
A Game of Thrones by George R.R. MartinThe Name of the Wind by Patrick RothfussWizard's First Rule by Terry Goodkind
Best Fantasy Series, Trilogies, and Duologies
2,072 books — 11,670 voters

A Game of Thrones by George R.R. MartinThe Name of the Wind by Patrick RothfussWizard's First Rule by Terry Goodkind
The Best Epic Fantasy (fiction)
4,208 books — 25,723 voters
The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss
io9: 10 Great Fantasy Series to Read While You’re Waiting for George R.R. Martin’s Next Book
21 books — 27 voters

A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin
Which is the best book in the ASOIAF?
6 books — 157 voters