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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think people often suggest epic fantasy to new readers because the books are, well, epic. However, they are often very long and have complex world-building. I think books that have historical roots are a little easier to get into. My suggestions are below. The other option is urban fantasy, which is rooted in a recognizable, present day. That's not my cup of tea, but I can make some suggestions there if OP wants them.

Back to some fantasy with mildly historic roots.

[b]1. Rebecca Ross[/b]
Her books are usually 350-450 pages and often have settings that are easy to understand. Some duologies, but plenty of standalones. Her "Divine Rivals" last year was hugely popular and is loosely based on WW1 England.

[b]2. T. Kingfisher[/b]
Their fantasies are SHORT and there's a great sense of humor. Try Swordheart, Nettle and Bone, or Thorn Hedge (Sleeping Beauty retelling). Also, the main characters are often older, which is a nice change from the coming-of-age stories in fantasy.

[b]3. Olivia Atwater[/b]
If you like regency-era books, they are fun. They are a like fairy tales for adults. Some great humor.

[b]4. Heather Faucett[/b]
Her Emily Wilde books are great - about two university researchers doing field work on fairies and other mythological creatures. One, the heroine, is neurodivergent and pragmatic. The other, the hero, is party fairy and a bit of a goof. He is crazy for her. Slower pace. Books are written from Emily's point of view and there are really funny footnotes from her research.
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Thanks for these suggestions. Not OP, but I loved 2-4 (read the blurbs for the first and they didn't appeal). Anyone else who loved these have other similar suggestions? I like funny/light fantasy. [/quote]

For fairy tale retellings, I love Robin McKinley.  For funnier fantasy, Tanya Huff is great — Summon the Keeper is one favourite urban fantasy books ever.  There’s some excellent children’s or YA books that are good quick reads too Wise Child is one, Every Heart a Doorway another.  I also highly recommend the Sandman graphic novels.[/quote]

Oh and the Penric and Desdemona series of novellas by Lois McMaster Bujold.[/quote]

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