Join The Friends for a thrilling adventure as they kick off their Fantasy Book Madness series with Part 1: Creating Our Fantasy Book Bracket. In this episode, Charles and Dylan meticulously curate a selection of their favorite fantasy books from the past year, preparing to pit them against each other in an epic battle to determine their best Fantasy books of the past year. Listen in as the Friends discuss the criteria for selecting their contenders, debate the merits of each book, and strategize their bracket placements. From epic sagas to magical adventures, every title vies for a spot in the bracket as Charles and Dylan navigate the complexities of their reading experiences and weigh the strengths and weaknesses of each contender. Tune in for a lively discussion filled with passion, camaraderie, and the excitement of competition as the Friends embark on a quest to determine their favorite fantasy books of the past year. Visit our website at https://www.theftfpodcast.com/ for more Friends Talking Fantasy content and to stay tuned for Parts 2 and 3 of the Fantasy Book Madness series, where the brackets will be revealed and the battles will begin! Whether you're a fantasy enthusiast eager to discover new reads or a fellow book lover looking for recommendations, this episode promises to be an engaging and entertaining journey through the world of fantasy literature with the Friends Talking Fantasy!