Rebecca Yarros & Sarah J. Maas Kill The Fantasy Genre

A recent bookseller’s report and Amazon sales data reveal a major shift in the fantasy genre—romantasy novels by authors like Rebecca Yarros and Sarah J. Maas now dominate the bestseller lists. This trend is linked to the aging YA audience, which once favored dystopian fantasy but now seeks more adult themes. However, some argue that this surge comes at the cost of traditional fantasy, sidelining male authors and male readership in mainstream publishing. While romantasy thrives, classic fantasy works like The Lord of the Rings and authors like Brandon Sanderson are still seeing strong sales. But is the industry changing for the better, or is it leaving traditional fantasy behind? Let’s dive into the debate.

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