World's Most Imaginative Fictional Worlds

November 2, 2024

A vast and detailed world with diverse landscapes, from the rolling Shire to the towering peaks of Mordor, populated by hobbits, elves, dwarves, and other fantastical creatures.

Middle-earth (J.R.R. Tolkien)

A harsh desert planet with complex political intrigue and ecological themes, where a powerful drug called Spice controls the fate of humanity.

Dune (Frank Herbert)

A flat world balanced on the backs of four giant elephants standing on a turtle, with satirical humor and social commentary.

Discworld (Terry Pratchett)

A magical land accessed through a wardrobe, with talking animals, mythical creatures, and a battle between good and evil.

Narnia (C.S. Lewis)

A gritty and realistic future solar system with political tensions, corporate intrigue, and space battles.

The Expanse (James S.A. Corey)