Why do some fantasy books sit unread on our shelves for years—even when everyone swears they’re must-reads? In this episode of Chapter One and Beyond, I dive into the fantasy novels that have haunted my TBR the longest and the ones I picked up (or avoided) due to major BookTok and BookTube hype.

From long-forgotten series starters to overhyped bestsellers, I’m unpacking the guilt, peer pressure, and endless promise of “someday.” If you’ve ever stared down your fantasy backlog and whispered “maybe next month,” this one’s for you.

🎧 Tune in for:

Fantasy TBR confessions

Thoughts on hyped vs. hidden gems

Book Tropes love them vs hate them vs don't give a s&#t

What I might finally read next

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