Not every book is meant to be reread—and today, Jim’s flying solo to talk about the other side of the bookshelf. These are the SFF books, trilogies, and series he finished once… and will never go back to. Whether they fizzled out, dragged on, or just left him scratching his head, these eight selections are ones that didn’t earn a second chance.

This episode follows up on Jim’s recent countdown of SFF Books He Would Read Again in a Heartbeat. But this time? It’s all about the ones that definitely didn’t make that list.

Will you agree with his takes? Will you clutch your favorite book in protest? That’s half the fun. Join the conversation and let us know what you would never read again!

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We’re humbled and thrilled to have hit 4,000 subscribers on YouTube, just a couple months after hitting 3,000! Glad to have you all with us, enjoying our content. In celebration, we invited eight guests — authors, content creators, supporters of the show — and we spent 90 minutes in glorious goofiness related to SFFH nerdiness! Enjoy the fun we had, and if you have the ability, watch the live chat as it scrolls by!

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Some books are so good, they don’t just stick with you—they call you back. Even with more than 1,700 books waiting on my TBR, these are the SFFH novels and series I’d gladly reread anytime, anywhere.

In this episode, I’m sharing my Top 10 Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Horror books I would read again in a heartbeat, along with a couple of honorable mentions. From epic fantasy and classic horror to space opera and post-apocalyptic survival, these stories swept me away so completely that I couldn’t resist putting them back on the list—even if I’ve already revisited them more than once.

Do you have a book or series you’d dive back into right now, no hesitation? Share your “reread favorites” in the comments—I’d love to see how your list compares with mine!

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Some of the greatest fantasy and science fiction series ever written… completely blew the landing.

In this episode, Jim takes a hard look at sci-fi and fantasy series that started strong, won our hearts, and then left us scratching our heads (or yelling at the pages) with finales that just didn’t measure up. From legendary epics to cult favorites, these are the endings fans still debate—and in many cases, still hate.

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0:00 - Opening

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Zach’s been on a reading spree! In this episode, Jim introduces the last 10 fantasy and science fiction reads Zach has enjoyed — with spoiler-lite synopses — while Zach reacts, sets the record straight, and shares three reasons why you might want to pick each up. From grimdark battles to magical schools, from strange new worlds to unforgettable characters, this catch-up episode covers a wide range of adventures across the SFF spectrum.

Which of these 10 books or series have you read? Which ones are on your TBR? Let us know in the comments — spoiler-lite please!

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0:00 - Opening

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1:06:31 - Conclusion & Wrap-up

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Think you already know everything after The Girl With All the Gifts? Think again. In this solo review, Jim explores The Boy on the Bridge by M.R. Carey—a novel that both expands and deepens the haunting world of the first book. With shocking reveals, unforgettable characters, and a powerful ending, this isn’t just a prequel… it’s a story that changes everything.

Jim shares why this book completely surprised him, from the authentic portrayal of Stephen Greaves—a brilliant scientific prodigy on the autism spectrum—to the crisp pacing, the humanity hidden in tragedy, and an epilogue that’s worth the entire read on its own. If you loved The Girl With All the Gifts, this one is a must.

Have you read The Boy on the Bridge? What did you think of how Carey expanded his world? Share your thoughts in the comments—spoiler free, if you can!

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• The Boy on the Bridge (2017) — M.R. Carey

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0:00 - Opening

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Some characters get all the love… but do they really deserve it? In this episode, Jim and Zach dive into the Most Overhyped Characters in Fantasy. From beloved heroes to so-called legends of the genre, we’re putting names on the table and asking the tough question: Are they really that good, or is the fandom just a little too obsessed?

Don’t get us wrong — many of these characters are great! But today, we’re roasting the ones whose hype might just outweigh their actual impact. Expect some hot takes, some debate, and probably a little outrage in the comments.

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🚀✨ It’s the grand finale of our series on the Best Science Fiction Novels Overlooked by the Awards! ✨🚀

Across the Hugo, Nebula, Locus, Clarke, Campbell, and BSFA ballots of the 2010s, countless worthy books never received a nomination. In this episode, Jim dives into the two best sci-fi novels from each year, 2010 through 2019, that somehow slipped through the cracks. From brilliant debuts to hidden series gems, these are the overlooked reads that fans loved but the awards committees missed.

How many of these forgotten treasures have you read? And which ones deserve a second chance in the spotlight? Let’s talk about the unsung heroes of a decade filled with science fiction excellence.

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