In this episode, Ian and Megan sit down to talk about what is arguably the most popular genre among young readers today: fantasy literature. They discuss the history leading up to the state of fantasy today, the unique thematic features of world-building, and their own childhood obsession with these books. Referenced Works: You can support the CenterForLit Podcast Network by making a purchase through our affiliate programs! The Princess and the Goblin by George MacDonald The Princess and Curdie by George MacDonald The Light Princess by George MacDonald Phantastes by George MacDonald The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien “The Quangle Wangle’s Hat” by Edward Lear Mistborn Trilogy by Brandon Sanderson The Worm Ouroboros by E.R. Eddison The Chronicles of Prydain by Lloyd Alexander The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis The Space/Ransom Trilogy: Out of the Silent Planet, Perelandra, and That Hideous Strength by C.S. Lewis The Shanara Chronicles by Terry Brooks The Pendragon Series by D.J. Machale The Chronicles of the Imaginarium Geographica by James A. Owen Eragon by Christopher Paolini Inkheart by Cornelia Funke Redwall by Brian Jacques The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame “On Fairy-Stories” by J.R.R. Tolkien Please ⁠join the Facebook group⁠ and ⁠subscribe to our Substack Newsletter⁠! We love hearing your questions and comments! You can contact us by emailing [email protected], or visit our website www.centerforlit.com to find even more ways to participate in the Great Conversation.