Book Series · 6 Books

The Land of Stories Books

In order from The Wishing Spell to Worlds Collide.

The Land of Stories series is a set of 6 chapter books by Chris Colfer, published between 2012 and 2017. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 480 pages. Subjects across the series include family history, imaginary places, and fractured fairy tales.

The Wishing Spell

The Enchantress Returns

A Grimm Warning

Beyond the Kingdoms

An Author's Odyssey

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Wishing Spell

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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

The Wishing Spell

By Chris Colfer

Twins enter a magical realm of fairy tales, facing challenges to return home.

496 pages· 98,274 words· Est. 13.5 hour read

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Summary: Twins Alex and Conner Bailey stumble into a magical land where fairy tales come alive. Armed with a mysterious book, they navigate encounters with witches, wolves, and trolls. As they journey through this enchanting yet perilous world, the path home becomes increasingly treacherous. Will they find their way back, or remain trapped in a land of stories forever? Discover the twists and turns in this captivating adventure that blurs the lines between reality and fantasy.

In reading order

The Land of Stories Series

6 books · Published 2012–2017

#1

The Wishing Spell

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The Wishing Spell

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

Twins enter a magical realm of fairy tales, facing challenges to return home.

#2

The Enchantress Returns

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The Enchantress Returns

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2013

Twins must enter a magical realm to rescue their kidnapped mother from a vengeful enchantress.

#3

A Grimm Warning

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A Grimm Warning

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2014

A hidden clue, a looming disaster, and a secret that changes everything.

#4

Beyond the Kingdoms

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Beyond the Kingdoms

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2015

A young girl discovers a magical world where fairy tales are real and she must navigate its dangers to find her missing father.

#5

An Author's Odyssey

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An Author's Odyssey

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2016

Twins must harness imagination to battle villains and save two worlds from a sinister plot.

#6

Worlds Collide

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Worlds Collide

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2017

Fairy tale chaos invades reality. Can twins restore order before it's too late?

Companion series

A Tale from the Land of Stories Series

2 books · Published 2015–2017

The Curvy Tree

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The Curvy Tree

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

A girl discovers the beauty of being different with a curvy tree's help.

Trollbella Throws a Party

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Trollbella Throws a Party

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2017

A queen's birthday party lacks joy until an unexpected guest teaches her the magic of sharing.

Companion series

The Land of Stories Graphic Novel Series

1 book · Published 2021

#1

Goldilocks: Wanted Dead or Alive

Graphic Nov.

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Goldilocks: Wanted Dead or Alive

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

An outlaw's past threatens fairy-tale harmony. Can she save her home?

Companion series

Adventures from the Land of Stories Series

2 books · Published 2015

Queen Red Riding Hood's Guide to Royalty

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Queen Red Riding Hood's Guide to Royalty

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

Discover royal secrets and survival tips from Queen Red Riding Hood's whimsical guide.

The Mother Goose Diaries

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The Mother Goose Diaries

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2015

Uncover Mother Goose's secret adventures through history's iconic moments.

From the same world

In-Universe Books

2 books · Published 2016–2018

A Treasury of Classic Fairy Tales

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A Treasury of Classic Fairy Tales

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Discover a magical book of fairy tales that might just transport you to another world.

The Ultimate Book Hugger's Guide

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The Ultimate Book Hugger's Guide

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2018

Unlock secrets and explore the magic of the Land of Stories with this ultimate guidebook.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Land of Stories series?

There are 6 books in the Land of Stories series. It began with The Wishing Spell in 2012, and the newest book, Worlds Collide, was published in 2017.

What order should you read the Land of Stories books in?

Start with The Wishing Spell and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #6.

What ages are the Land of Stories books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Land of Stories book is the longest?

The Enchantress Returns (Book #2) is the longest book in the series at 119,811 words (517 pages).

Which Land of Stories book is the shortest?

Worlds Collide (Book #6) is the shortest at 78,008 words (448 pages).

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring The Land of Stories to life.

Chris Colfer

Brandon Dorman

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