10 Fantasy Novels That Deserve An Anime Adaptation

10 Fantasy Novels That Deserve An Anime Adaptation

These stories are just waiting to leap off the page and onto the screen. In this article, we spotlight “10 Fantasy Novels That Deserve An Anime Adaptation.”

Shades of Magic (Book 1)

Shades of Magic (Book 1)

Set in a universe featuring multiple Londons, each distinguished by its relationship with magic, this series captivates with its dynamic characters and inventive settings.

The Elric Saga

The Elric Saga

A dark and complex tale that turns the traditional fantasy hero on its head, the Elric Saga by Michael Moorcock follows Elric of Melniboné.

The Book of the New Sun

The Book of the New Sun

Woven with intricacy and intellectual depth, Gene Wolfe’s “The Book of the New Sun” is a tale set in a far-future Earth where the sun is dying and society has regressed into a blend of archaic and futuristic elements.

Mistborn

Mistborn

Set in a bleak world where ash falls from the sky and mist shrouds the land at night, Brandon Sanderson’s “Mistborn” series introduces us to a revolutionary plot to overthrow a seemingly invincible tyrant.

The Once and Future King

The Once and Future King

Spanning from Arthur’s childhood to the downfall of his kingdom, T.H. White’s “The Once and Future King” reimagines the Arthurian legend in a tale filled with humor, tragedy, and complex moral questions.

Stardust

Stardust

The story follows a young man, Tristran, who ventures into a magical realm to capture a fallen star for his beloved, only to find that the star is a living woman.

The Broken Earth Trilogy

The Broken Earth Trilogy

N.K. Jemisin’s groundbreaking “The Broken Earth Trilogy” explores a volatile world ravaged by apocalyptic events known as Seasons, with a focus on a unique form of geology-based magic.

Song of Achilles

Song of Achilles

Madeline Miller’s “Song of Achilles” offers a compelling retelling of the Trojan War, focusing on the deep bond between Achilles and Patroclus.

The Gentleman Bastard Series

The Gentleman Bastard Series

Set in a Venetian-inspired city teeming with thieves, rogues, and shady dealings, Scott Lynch’s “The Gentleman Bastard Series” follows the misadventures of Locke Lamora.

Six of Crows Duology

Six of Crows Duology

Set in a gritty, magical world that feels like a blend of 19th-century Europe and fantastical elements, Leigh Bardugo’s “Six of Crows Duology” introduces us to a band of young outcasts.