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Best Fantasy Authors

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The best fantasy authors of all time, ranked by readers and fans. This list include some highly recognizable names, like J.R.R. Tolkein and George R.R. Martin, along with some contemporary fantasy writers who are just beginning to make their mark on the genre. This list of the best fantasy authors includes some science fiction writers, horror writers and young adult fiction authors. Fans of fantasy know that there is always some overlap. All of the authors on this list have one thing in common: They've written fantastic, magical, mystical works of fantasy for fans to enjoy for years to come. Vote for your favorite fantasy authors here and add your own personal faves if you don't see them listed!

I've listed what I believe are some of the most well-known, popular fantasy authors ever, and I've added a few that may not always show up on a 'best of' list. Disagree with a choice? Vote it down. I'll be interested to see who wins the Tolkein vs. Martin battle for votes, too! The aforementioned (brilliant) writers are responsible for some of the best fantasy novel series' of all time - but I'd be remiss if I didn't also include authors like Robert Jordan ('The Wheel of Time' series), Ursula K. Le Guin ('Earthsea'), Tad Williams ('Memory, Sorrow and Thorn') and yes, J.K. Rowling ('Harry Potter') as well. All of these authors, in my opinion, deserve a place of honor on this list.

Hopefully, this list will grow and become totally comprehensive. Readers who are new to fantasy can use it as a great guide to find new favorite fantasy authors and books.
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    1916
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    1898
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    1948
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    1965
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    1975
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    1946
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    1944
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    1948
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    Margaret Weis

    1948
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    Robert Anthony Salvatore

    1959
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    1974
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    1935
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    Tracy Hickman

    1955
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    1950
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    1912
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    1918
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    David Anthony Durham

    1969
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    Susan Cooper

    1935
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    Alan Garner

    1934
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    Tad Williams

    1957
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    Judith Tarr

    1955
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    Jack Whyte

    1940
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    1. eep-op-ork-ah-ah
      Best Fantasy Authors at 2/23/2013 1:30 AM
      i guess this is the right place for best fantasy writers
    2. I Agree With You
      Best Fantasy Authors at 2/21/2013 10:30 AM
      It looks like this is just a bunch of best fantasy authors .

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