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Everyone seems to get into writing fantasy because they read about it first. For me, the Obsidian trilogy by Mercedes Lackey and James Mallory was the first fantasy set that i read, and it really influenced how I think about fantasy worlds in general. While it had holes and gaps that i clearly recognize as my viewpoint shifts to that of an author, it still had some really novel concepts that made for fun reading.
Other series that really inspired me in some way are the Sword of Truth series and Iron Druid series.
Other series that really inspired me in some way are the Sword of Truth series and Iron Druid series.