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Looking for wonder and adventure in far-flung settings not often found on the page? Then you’re in luck, because today we’re celebrating and exploring fantasy traditions, retellings, and works in translation from around the world! Enjoy a full day of fantasy, and find exciting reads for your To-Be-Read through these epic posts:

Beyond LOTR: 4 Epic Fantasy Novels From Outside the UK

We've rounded up four global epic fantasy novels, which feature authors, inspirations, and settings from all over the map.

20 Must-Read African Fantasy Novels

These must-read African fantasy novels explore new worlds, utilize inventive magic in this world, or add surrealist twists to an otherwise normal setting.