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Fantasy Series
Completed or on-going fantasy series by some of the biggest names in the genre. To order any of these titles, contact the library by email, phone, mail, in person, or order through our online catalog. Most titles can be downloaded from BARD.
Dark Legacy of Shannara by Terry Brooks The first book is Wards of Faerie Next books in the series: Bloodfire Quest; Witch Wraith Read by Mary Kane 12 hours, 21 minutes Druid Aphenglow Elessedil has spent a year in the archives searching for a clue to the lost Elfstones. In the diary of a young Elven girl, Aphenglow finds the hint that launches her quest to recover the stones. Some violence. 2012. Download from BARD: Wards of Faerie Also available on digital cartridge DB075350
Shannara Series by Terry Brooks The first book is First King of Shannara Next books in the series: The Sword of Shannara; Elfstones of Shannara; Wishsong of Shannara Read by James DeLotel 19 hours, 51 minutes In this prequel to The Sword of Shannara (DB 11046), Bremen the Druid, who has been expelled from Paranor for studying the magical sciences, learns of an advancing army of trolls led by Brona, the Warlock Lord. Bremen now struggles to unite the peoples of the Four Lands and to find a new weapon that will foil Brona’s evil plans. Download from BARD: The First King Also available on digital cartridge DB043233
The Codex Alera by Jim Butcher The first book is Furies of Calderon Next books in the series: Academ’s Fury; Cursor’s Fury; Captain’s Fury; Princep’s Fury; First Lord’s Fury Read by Jack Fox 17 hours, 51 minutes To defend themselves against invaders, the people of Alera bond with the elemental furies of earth, wood, fire, water, air, and metal. Now rebels rise against the First Lord, whose young spy Amara becomes entangled with Tavi, a boy with no furycraft ability of his own. Some violence. 2004. Download from BARD: Furies of Calderon Also available on digital cartridge DB071150
Naamah- Kushiel's Legacy by Jacqueline Carey The first book is Naamah’s Kiss Next books in the series: Naamah’s Curse; Naamah’s Blessing Read by Madelyn Buzzard 25 hours, 31 minutes Moirin's people, the Maghuin Dhonn, believe she is the answer to their desire for a new great magician. But as she grows to womanhood, Moirin learns she must travel across the seas to find her destiny--and her father. Violence and explicit descriptions of sex. 2009. Download from BARD: Naamah’s Kiss Also available on digital cartridge DB074926
The Passage Trilogy by Justin Cronin The first book is The Passage Next books in the series: The Twelve; The City of Mirrors Read by Martha Harmon Pardee 34 hours, 39 minutes Six-year-old orphan Amy Harper Bellafonte becomes humanity's last hope after the North American populace is decimated by a terrifying viral infection--the product of a secret military experiment housed in a remote compound in the Colorado mountains. Violence, strong language, and some descriptions of sex. Bestseller. 2010. Download from BARD: The Passage Also available on digital cartridge DB071422
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The Newford Series by Charles De Lint The first book is Dreams Underfoot Next books in the series: Memory and Dream; Trader. Someplace to be Flying; Forests of the Heart; The Onion Girl; The Blue Girl; Widdershins and more! Read by Mary Woods 14 hours, 35 minutes Collection of nineteen interrelated short stories set in the imaginary city of Newford. Populating these urban myths are recurring characters who encounter monsters, goblins, ghosts, wizards, conjure men, and Bigfoot in city streets, music clubs, and restaurants. Some strong language. For high school and older readers. Download from BARD: Dreams Underfoot Also available on digital cartridge DB040507
The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant by Stephen R. Donaldson The first book is Lord Foul’s Bane Next books in the series: The Illearth War; The Power that Preserves Read by Terry Hayes Sales 19 hours, 40 minutes Epic fantasy centers on Thomas Covenant, a successful novelist who contracts leprosy and is shunned by his wife and society. The outcast is transported to a magical and beautiful world where he encounters and immortal enemy. First volume in the Chronicles of Thomas Covenant the Unbeliever. Download from BARD: Lord Foul’s Bane Also available on digital cartridge DB017147
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The Malazan Book of the Fallen by Steven Erikson The first book is Gardens of the Moon Next books in the series: Deadhouse Gates; Memories of Ice; House of Chains; Midnight Tides; Bonehunters; Reaper’s Gate; Toll the Hounds; Dust of Dreams; The Crippled God Read by Geoffrey Centlivre 28 hours, 6 minutes The Malazan Empire's advance across the Genabackis continent stalled, crippled by guerrilla attacks. Empress Laseen, consolidating her power after a bloody coup, orders legendary Sergeant Whiskeyjack and a small group of soldiers and mages on a suicide mission to conquer Darujhistan, the last remaining free city. Violence. 1999. Download from BARD: Gardens of the Moon Also available on digital cartridge DB059405
The Chaoswar Saga by Raymond E. Feist The first book is A Kingdom Besieged Next books in the series: A Crown Imperiled; Magician’s End Read by Michael Scherer Reading time 11 hours, 19 minutes With rumors of an attack from Kesh thick on the ground, the king commands Henry, Duke of Crydee, to muster an army. But a threat rises from another quarter when a forgotten enemy emerges in a distant land. Violence and some descriptions of sex. 2011. Download from BARD: A Kingdom Besieged Also available on digital cartridge DB075146
Fool’s Gold Trilogy by Jude Fisher The first book is Sorcery Rising Next books in the series: Wild Magic; The Rose of the World Read by Marybeth Wise 18 hours, 47 minutes Young master knife-maker Katla Aransen has come to the Allfair for the first time to sell her wares. She possesses a magical affinity with nature, so the looming presence of Falla's Rock leads her into the sacrilege of climbing it-- which puts her life in danger. Descriptions of sex. 2002. Download from BARD: Sorcery Rising Also available on digital cartridge DB054832
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Sword of Truth Series by Terry Goodkind The first book is Debt of Bones Next books in the series: Sword of Truth; Stone of Tears; Blood of the Fold; Temple of the Winds; Soul of the Fire; Faith of the Fallen; Pillars of Creation; Naked Empire; Chainfire; Phantom and many more! Read by Gabra Zackman 3 hours, 18 minutes Young peasant woman Abigail petitions the First Wizard to help her besieged homeland. Zedd refuses, for granting her request would mean forsaking his sacred duty. Then he learns they are bound in a debt of bones. Prequel to Wizard’s First Rule (DB 41067). Some violence. 1998. Download from BARD: Debt of Bones Also available on digital cartridge DB059062
Annals of Drakis by Tracy Hickman The first book is Song of the Dragon Next books in the series: Citadels of the Lost; Blood of the Emperor Read by Phil Gigante 15 hours, 22 minutes Magic-wielding elves control human slave-warriors and other species. A prophecy predicts a hero named Drakis will lead an uprising, but human Drakis Sha-Timuran is satisfied fighting against dwarfs for his masters and dismisses the myths--until suppressed memories come to light. Some violence. Commercial audiobook. 2010. Download from BARD: Song of the Dragon Also available in digital cartridge DB071562
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Rain Wilds Chronicles by Robin Hobb The first book is Dragon Keeper Next book in the series: Dragon Haven; City of Dragons; Blood of Dragons Read by Mary Kane 16 hours, 51 minutes After helping defend the Trader cities against the Chalcedeans, dragon Tintaglia is promised a safe haven for her dwindling species. But Tintaglia vanishes, so the Traders send Thymara and Alise on an expedition to move the dragons to their ancient homeland farther up Rain Wild River. Some violence. 2010. Download from BARD: Dragon Keeper Also available in digital cartridge DB071684
The Wheel of Time Series by Robert Jordan The first book is The Eye of the World Next books in the series: The Great Hunt; The Dragon Reborn; The Shadow Rising; The Fires of Heaven; Lord of Chaos; A Crown of Swords. Read by Jon Beryl 31 hours, 35 minutes "The Wheel of Time turns, and Ages come and pass...there are neither beginnings nor endings..." Trollocs arrive in Emond's Field to capture three young boys--sheepherder Rand, rascal Mat, and blacksmith Perrin--born within a specific time frame. The villagers rally to protect the three, unaware that it is time to fulfill a prophecy within the Wheel of Time. Some violence. Prequel to "The Great Hunt." Download from BARD: The Eye of the World Also available on digital cartridge DB034701
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The Silver Wyrm by Katherine Kerr The first book is The Gold Falcon Next book in the series: The Spirit Stone; The Shadow Isle; The Silver Mage Read by Michael Scherer 17 hours, 46 minutes Orphaned brothers Neb and Clae escape a savage attack on their drunken relatives by the Horsekin clan. With the help of the Wildfolk, Neb and Clae meet a stranger named Salamander, who leads Neb to his soul mate Branna. She and Neb discover their magical dweomer powers. 2006. Download from BARD: The Gold Falcon Also available in digital cartridge DB070125
The Dark Tower Series by Stephen King The first book is The Gunslinger Next books in the series: The Drawing of the Three; The Waste Lands; Wizard and Glass; Wolves of the Calla; The Song of Susannah; The Dark Tower Read by Mark Delgado 7 hours, 46 minutes Revised and expanded edition of the 1982 first volume of the Dark Tower series, in which the gunslinger travels through time seeking vengeance for the death of his father and the dishonoring of his mother. Introduction and foreword by the author. Descriptions of sex, violence, and strong language. 2003. Download from BARD: The Gunslinger Also available on digital cartridge DB062356
The Collegium Chronicles (A Valdemar Novel) by Mercedes Lackey The first book is Foundation Next books in the series: Intrigues; Changes; Redoubt Read by L.J. Ganser 11 hours Orphan Mags escapes a life of slavery in the gem mines when he is chosen to be trained as a Herald of Valdemar. Mags and his magical companion horse, Dallen, travel to Haven, where Mags witnesses the founding of a new Collegium, discovers latent talents, and uncovers a conspiracy. 2008. Download from BARD: Foundation Also available in digital cartridge DB068175
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A Song of Fire and Ice (Game of Thrones) by George R.R. Martin The first book is A Game of Thrones Next book in the series: A Clash of Kings; A Storm of Swords; A Feast for Crows; A Dance with Dragons Read by Roy Avers 31 hours, 2 minutes In a bygone world of decades-long seasons, three families struggle for the throne. When honorable Lord Eddard Stark of Winterfell is sent south to be the hand of the king, he faces many ambitious and ruthless people. Meanwhile the king contends with wildlings and creatures beyond the domain wall. Some descriptions of sex, some strong language, and some violence. Download from BARD: A Game of Thrones Also available on digital cartridge DB045742 Download from BARD as Electronic Braille BR21103 Also available in braille BR021103
Dragonriders of Pern by Anne McCaffrey The first book is Dragonsflight Next books in the series: Dragonquest; The White Dragon; Moreta, Dragonlady of Pern; Nerilka’s Story; Dragonsdawn; Renegades of Pern; All the Weyrs of Pern; Chronicles of Pern; Dolphins of Pern and many more! Read by Buckley Kozlow 9 hours, 21 minutes The mighty telepathic dragons that have defended the planet Pern for centuries are so decimated that they cannot protect Pern in its darkest hour. In desperation, a strong-minded young woman hatches a daring and dangerous scheme to rally support from people who long ago ceased to exist. For high school and adult readers. Download from BARD: Dragonsflight Also available on digital cartridge DB012522 Also available in braille BR005797
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The Riddle-Master: a Complete Trilogy by Patricia A. McKillip Read by Annie Wauters 24 hours, 34 minutes Three works originally published in the 1970s: The Riddle-Master of Hed, Heir of Sea and Fire, and Harpist in the Wind. Morgon, the Prince of Hed, accompanied by Deth the harpist, sets out to discover the meaning of the three stars above his brow. For grades 5-8 and older readers. Download from BARD: The Riddle-Master: a Complete Trilogy Also available on digital cartridge DB48692
Destinies of Blood and Stone by Robert Newcomb The first book is Savage Messiah Next books in the series: A March into Darkness; Rise of the Blood Royal Read by Richard Davidson 24 hours, 18 minutes Prince Tristan brings peace to Eutracia, but it is threatened by the reappearance of his evil half brother Wulfgar, who remains determined to destroy the ailing Orb of the Vigors. To stop him, Tristan embarks on a quest to cleanse his enchanted blood and restore the Orb. Violence. 2006. Download from BARD: Savage Messiah Also available on digital cartridge DB072419
Discworld by Terry Pratchett The first book is The Color of Magic Next books in the series: The Light Fantastic; Equal Rites; Mort; Sourcery; The Wyrd Sisters; Pyramids; Guards! Guards!; Eric; Moving Pictures; Reaper Man; Witches Abroad and many more! Read by Kristin Allison 6 hours, 36 minutes First Discworld novel, containing four episodic novellas. In the title story a being from the mythical Counterweight Continent visits the twin city of Ankh-Morpork and hires Rincewind the wizard as his guide. Other adventures follow. 1983. Download from BARD: The Color of Magic Also available on digital cartridge DB060775 Download from BARD as Electronic Braille BR20840 Also available in braille BR020840
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The KingKiller Chronicle by Patrick Rothfuss The first book is The Name of the Wind Next book in the series: The Wise Man’s Fear Read by Fred Major 26 hours, 53 minutes A wandering scholar recognizes an innkeeper as the legendary Kvothe and elicits his story. Kvothe reveals his youth in a family of traveling players, struggles as an orphan, entry into a school of magic, and exploits that earned him reputations as a magician, thief, hero, and assassin. Some violence. 2007. Download from BARD: The Name of the Wind Also available on digital cartridge DB064855
Saga of the First King by R.A. Salvatore The first book is The Highway Man Next books in the series: The Ancient; The Dame; The Bear Read by Patrick Downer 14 hours, 29 minutes In the care of a dubious order of monks, Bransen Garibond, an orphan with mysterious infirmities, slowly discovers secrets of his past through a book of Jhesta Tu mysticism. He disguises himself as a highwayman and, armed with a powerful sword, wanders his savage lands seeking salvation--and retribution. Violence. 2004. Download from BARD: The Highway Man Also available on digital cartridge DB069317
Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson The first book is Mistborn the Final Empire Next books in the series: the Well of Ascension; Hero of Ages; The Alloy of Law; Shadows of Self; Bands of Mourning Read by Michael Kramer 24 hours, 41 minutes In the prisons of the Lord Ruler, Kelsier discovers he has the powers of the Mistborn. A brilliant thief, Kel recruits a team from the underworld’s elite to challenge the Lord Ruler. It’s a long shot, until Kel finds the ragged girl Vin, a half-skaa orphan like him. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2006. Download from BARD: Mistborn: the Final Empire Also available on digital cartridge DB094475
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Dragonlance Chronicles by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman The first book is Dragons of Autumn Twilight Next books in the series: Dragons of Winter Night; Dragons of Spring Dawning; Dragons of Summer Flame Read by Peter Johnson 16 hours, 40 minutes Dragons have returned to Krynn, and war and destruction threaten to engulf the land. But the promise of hope appears in the form of a beautiful barbarian woman with a blue crystal staff in her hand. Knight, barbarian, warrior, dwarf, and half-elf join forces to search for the legendary Dragonlance. Download from BARD: Dragons of Autumn Twilight Also available on digital cartridge DB029171
Dragonships of Vindras by Margaret Weis The first book is Bones of the Dragon Next books in the series: Secret of the Dragon, Rage of the Dragon, Doom of the Dragon Read by Mark Delgado 17 hours, 16 minutes Interlopers threaten the deities of the Vindrasi clans. To save their gods and their people, young priestess Draya and warrior Skylan undertake a quest for the mythical spiritbones of the Five Dragons of Vektia. Violence, some strong language, and some descriptions of sex. 2008. Download from BARD: Bones of the Dragon Also available on digital cartridge DB068637
Shadowmarch by Tad Williams The first book is Shadowmarch Next books in the series: Shadowplay; Shadowrise; Shadowheart Read by Anne Flosnik 31 hours, 23 minutes The Shadowline marks the boundary between the land of humans and the enemy Qar. Generations of the Eddon family have kept Southmarch free of Qar. But now the king has been captured and the prince killed, so only a princess and her sickly twin are left to stop them. 2004. Download from BARD: Shadowmarch Also available on digital cartridge DB059812
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Chronicles of Amber by Roger Zelazny The first book is Nine Princes in Amber Next books in the series: The Guns of Avalon; the Sign of the Unicorn; The Hand of Oberon; The Courts of Chaos; Trumps of Doom; Blood of Amber Read by Michael Moodie 5 hours, 12 minutes Eric is about to crown himself king, but his brother Corwin long exiled to the Shadow Earth, returns to Amber to rightfully claim the throne. Download from BARD : Nine Princes in Amber Also available on digital cartridge DB014713
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