Brandon Sanderson delivered the 2026 Tolkien Lecture titled On Fantasy on 19 May 2026. The full recording is now available on our YouTube channel, allowing audiences everywhere to enjoy this engaging and thought-provoking lecture.

The J.R.R. Tolkien Lecture on Fantasy Literature is an annual event dedicated to fostering works of fantasy literature and broadening access to leading voices in the field.

This lecture series is made possible each year through the generous support of the Pembroke Pink Grant Scheme, the Kadas Foundation, and the many attendees who have supported the lectures over the past thirteen years. We are also grateful to the Tolkien family and Estate for encouraging the exploration of fantasy literature through this series, and to Utah Valley University for helping to bring this year’s speaker to Pembroke. Special thanks also go to the Events, Catering, and Communications teams at Pembroke College.