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Fantasy and science fiction books have a rich history of mouthwatering food descriptions, and the Thanksgiving holiday is the perfect time to raise a mug of ale to those delicious details.
6 fantasy and sci-fi books with delectable descriptions of food
Fantasy and science fiction books have a rich history of mouthwatering food descriptions, and the Thanksgiving holiday is the perfect time to raise a mug of ale
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November 28, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Spending your turkey day in Hawkins? We dropped a TON of #strangerthings coverage last night to help you get the most out of your holiday binge watch.

If you're just starting, hit up the recap below.

Otherwise, hit this link for more full-spoiler articles:
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Stranger Things season 5 episode 1 recap and review: Looking for Vecna and meeting Mr. Whatsit
Stranger Things is finally back with season 5!
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November 27, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Stranger Things is finally back! Follow along with us as we recap and review the premiere, “The Crawl,” live.
Stranger Things season 5 episode 1 recap and review (Updating live)
Stranger Things is finally back with season 5! Follow along with us as we recap and review the premiere, “The Crawl,” live.
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November 27, 2025 at 1:03 AM
As Stranger Things begins its final season, the Duffer Brothers have shared which episodes are most important to revisit before the end.
Four key Stranger Things episodes the show's creators suggest rewatching before season 5
As Stranger Things kicks off its final season, creators Matt and Ross Duffer are offering a last-minute must-watch list of the episodes to help refresh your mem
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November 26, 2025 at 10:14 PM
HBO debuted its first trailer for House of the Dragon season 3 this week at an Upfronts presentation in Brazil. Word is spreading about what members of the press saw there.
House of the Dragon season 3 trailer description has leaked — and it sounds epic
HBO debuted its first trailer for House of the Dragon season 3 this week at an Upfronts presentation in Brazil. Word is spreading about what was seen there.
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November 26, 2025 at 9:12 PM
There's been a theory making the rounds that connects Vince Gilligan's Apple TV show to his award-winning crime franchise. But thanks to an Easter egg in Pluribus' fifth episode, we can finally lay it to rest.
Pluribus' subtle Better Call Saul reunion quietly disproves Breaking Bad shared universe theory
As Vince Gilligan's most recent project, Pluribus has been getting mentioned online in the same breath as Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, and now the Apple T
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November 26, 2025 at 7:55 PM
The trailer for the new Hunger Games movie Sunrise on the Reaping already offered a sneak peek at a huge spoiler that turned Haymitch Abernathy’s life upside down forever.
I can’t believe the Sunrise on the Reaping trailer included this major book twist
The Sunrise on the Reaping trailer already offered a sneak peek at a huge spoiler that turned Haymitch Abernathy’s life upside down forever.
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November 26, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Carol Sturka goes full detective mode in the fifth episode of Pluribus, and the Joining just became slightly less mysterious.
Pluribus episode 5 review: Carol goes full detective mode in a fascinating installment
Pluribus season 1, episode 5,
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November 26, 2025 at 3:19 PM
The cast of Spartacus: House of Ashur shows off all the blood, sweat, and tears they put into their gladiator training in a new behind-the-scenes video.
Spartacus: House of Ashur cast gives an inside look at ‘grueling’ gladiator bootcamp
The cast of Spartacus: House of Ashur shows off all the blood, sweat, and tears they put into their training in a new behind-the-scenes video.
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November 25, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Wednesday has cast Eva Green in the key role of Aunt Ophelia, and she's the perfect choice for the part.
Wednesday casts the perfect star to play Aunt Ophelia for season 3
Many mysteries revolve around Wednesday, which makes sense given that The Addams Family are a kooky clan. Season 2 left a couple of cliffhangers open to resolve
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November 25, 2025 at 9:17 PM
The final season of Stranger Things is approaching, and one previous character's death is already looming large over it.
Revisiting Eddie Munson's heartbreaking death in Stranger Things, in case you forgot
The final season of Stranger Things is approaching, and one previous character's death is already looming large over it.
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November 25, 2025 at 7:31 PM
There is a great big, faceless hole at the center of Jon M. Chu’s Wicked: For Good, and her name is Dorothy Gale.
The worst thing about Wicked: For Good is this iconic character
There is a great big, faceless hole at the center of Jon M. Chu’s Wicked: For Good, and her name is Dorothy Gale.
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November 25, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Vis Telimus and the Roman Empire-inspired world of James Islington's Hierarchy fantasy book series may be headed for the big screen.
James Islington's Hierarchy movie rights acquired by Sony Pictures
Last night, The Hollywood Reporter broke the news that Sony Pictures has acquired the film rights to Hierarchy, the Roman Empire-inspired fantasy series from Ja
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November 25, 2025 at 2:56 PM
The final season of Stranger Things is upon us, and all plot threads must end. It's time for the show to bring back Eleven's wayward sister, Number Eight.
Wait, what ever happened to Kali in Stranger Things, a.k.a. Number Eight?
This week, Netflix premieres the fifth and final season of Stranger Things, it's phenomenon sci-fi series from creators Matt and Ross Duffer. Stranger Things is
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November 25, 2025 at 3:56 AM
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November 24, 2025 at 6:21 PM
The end is nigh for Hawkins. Get out your calendar, and let's mark down when each part of the epic final season of Stranger Things drops on Netflix.
Stranger Things 5 release schedule — What time does Stranger Things come out?
At long last, the fifth and final season of Stranger Things is upon us. In a few short days, Netflix will premiere Stranger Things 5, and nothing will ever be t
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November 24, 2025 at 6:05 PM
So Spoke Martin is the ultimate collection of George R.R. Martin interviews for a few lucky superfans.
Turkish fans have translated and compiled every George R.R. Martin interview into a book
Since the publication of the first book in the epic fantasy series A Song of Ice and Fire, A Game of Thrones, back in 1996, George R. R. Martin has participated
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November 24, 2025 at 3:34 PM
The latest episode of IT: Welcome to Derry, “Neibolt Street,” is far and away the strongest episode of the series thus far, with concentrated direction, strong performances, compelling writing, and a palpable, sustained sense of tension.
IT: Welcome to Derry Episode 5 review: Pennywise returns in best episode yet
The latest episode of IT: Welcome to Derry, “Neibolt Street,” is far and away the strongest episode of the series thus far, with concentrated direction...
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November 24, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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Brandon Sanderson has written more than 50 books in his career to date, but none quite like the short fiction collection Tailored Realities. Our spoiler-free review:
Book review: Tailored Realities is a treat for die-hard Brandon Sanderson fans
Brandon Sanderson has written more than 50 books in his career to date, but none quite like Tailored Realities. Our spoiler-free review:
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November 22, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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Finn Wolfhard isn't ready to say goodbye to Stranger Things, and while he admits Stranger Things 5 is the end of this story for these characters, he isn't sure that the Duffer brothers won't revisit some of these stories in the future.
Finn Wolfhard just reopened the door fans thought Stranger Things had closed
We all know Stranger Things is about to come to an end with the season 5 finale on New Year's Eve 2025, but one of the stars of Stranger Things isn't quite read
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November 22, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Fans of The Witcher may be critical of Liam Hemsworth as Geralt, but the voice actor who famously brought the monster hunter to life in the video games is championing his performance.
The Witcher's video game Geralt actor throws support behind Liam Hemsworth: 'He's done a fantastic job'
Fans of The Witcher may debate Liam Hemsworth as Geralt, but at least one notable name in the franchise is a fan: Doug Cockle, who played the White Wolf in CD P
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November 23, 2025 at 10:14 PM
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Thrilled to be writing at @wicnet.bsky.social again, and my latest is digging into horror books that deserve to be made into prestige TV. (Studios, if you're reading this...please?!)
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11 modern horror books that should be turned into prestige TV
Horror TV has come a long way over the last few decades, with many recent titles highlighting just how successful the medium can be. With its jump scares and...
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November 23, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Many recent horror TV shows prove how effective the medium is for the genre, and these modern books should become prestige series next.
11 modern horror books that should be turned into prestige TV
Horror TV has come a long way over the last few decades, with many recent titles highlighting just how successful the medium can be. With its jump scares and...
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November 23, 2025 at 4:05 PM
HBO's Game of Thrones spinoff House of the Dragon may not end with its fourth season after all. Does this story have the legs for an additional season?
Should House of the Dragon run for a fifth season?
HBO's Game of Thrones spinoff House of the Dragon may not end with its fourth season after all. Does this story have the legs for an additional season?
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November 23, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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With Stranger Things 5 upon us, it's a good time to look back on one of the biggest (and most confusing) twists of season 4: the relationship between Vecna and the Mind Flayer.

Let's break it all down:
Stranger Things: Vecna and the Mind Flayer explained
Confused about the relationship between the Mind Flayer and Vecna after that epic Stranger Things 4 finale? Let's break down what it all means.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:37 AM