First trip to Droon
Begin with The Hidden Stairs and the Magic Carpet and follow the main numbering.
Book Series · 36 Books
The Secrets of Droon Books
In order from The Hidden Stairs and the Magic Carpet to Knights of the Ruby Wand.
Tony Abbott's short fantasy adventures begin when Eric, Julie, and Neal discover a staircase beneath Eric's basement leading to Droon, a magical world of wizards, princesses, creatures, and an escalating fight against evil.
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Reading order
How to Read The Secrets of Droon
Read the 36 main books in numbered order from The Hidden Stairs and the Magic Carpet through Knights of the Ruby Wand. The books are short, but they form a continuous fantasy story with returning villains, magical objects, and developing powers.
The eight Special Editions are longer supplements published alongside the main sequence. They reward familiarity with the characters; a first-time reader should establish the main series before adding them by publication point or reading them afterward.
Sources: Scholastic's official Droon series list.
For parents
What Parents Should Know
The early books are light portal fantasy, while later installments build toward larger battles and darker threats. Children encounter monsters, imprisonment, magical attacks, sword fights, transformations, apparent deaths, and villains trying to conquer or destroy Droon, without graphic detail.
Friendship, bravery, loyalty, and learning to use power responsibly anchor the series. Cliffhangers and short chapters make it highly bingeable, so children who enjoy the first few books may move through all 36 quickly.
Where to start
Where Should My Child Start?
Already knows the main cast
Add the longer Special Editions after the core world and characters are familiar.
Where the story begins
First Book in the Series
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$759
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1999
The Hidden Stairs and the Magic Carpet
By Tony Abbott, Tim Jessell (Illustrator)
Three friends discover a magical staircase in a basement that leads to a fantastical world where they must help a princess defeat an evil sorcerer.
7,566 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
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Summary: Neal, Julie, and Eric stumble upon a rainbow staircase to another world while cleaning a basement. Caught in a battle, they meet Princess Keeah, who needs their help against the evil Lord Sparr. With a cape of invisibility and a talkative spider-troll, they embark on a daring rescue mission. As they return home on a magic carpet, they find no time has passed, but Keeah's secret message hints at future adventures. Will their dreams call them back to Droon?
In reading order
The Secrets of Droon Series
36 books · Published 1999–2010
#1
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$759
The Hidden Stairs and the Magic Carpet
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1999
Three friends discover a magical staircase in a basement that leads to a fantastical world where they must help a princess defeat an evil sorcerer.
#2
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$474
Journey to the Volcano Palace
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1999
Three kids return to a magical world to reclaim a stolen jewel from an evil lord.
#3
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$474
The Mysterious Island
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1999
Shipwrecked on a mysterious island, three friends seek magical escape.
#4
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$474
City in the Clouds
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1999
A race against time to find a cure before a city vanishes.
#5
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$474
The Great Ice Battle
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1999
A frozen city, a dark spell, and a snowball fight to save it all.
#6
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$474
The Sleeping Giant of Goll
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2000
A giant robot threatens Droon. Can three friends stop it?
#7
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$474
Into the Land of the Lost
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2000
A magical staircase leads to a world where kids must escape becoming ghosts.
#8
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$474
The Golden Wasp
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2000
Can they stop a dark power from conquering worlds?
#9
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$474
The Tower of the Elf King
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2000
A village robbery leads to a hunt for a rumored beast.
#10
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$474
Quest for the Queen
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2000
A contest without magic holds the key to breaking a spell.
#11
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$474
The Hawk Bandits of Tarkoom
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2001
A magical closet leads to a revived ancient city. What secrets await?
#12
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$474
Under the Serpent Sea
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2001
A sea witch's storm threatens Droon. Can Keeah and friends stop her?
#13
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$474
The Mask of Maliban
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2001
A powerful mask threatens Turtle City. Can it be kept safe?
#14
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$474
Voyage of the Jaffa Wind
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2002
A vanished city, a cursed orb, and a daring sea quest to rescue a friend.
#15
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$499
The Moon Scroll
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2002
A hidden wand, a time-traveling scroll, and a race against evil await.
#16
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$499
The Knights of Silversnow
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2002
A magical mishap unleashes chaos. Can the Knights of Silversnow save Droon from disaster?
#17
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$499
Dream Thief
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2003
Dreams are vanishing in Droon. Can Eric stop the thief?
#18
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$499
Search for the Dragon Ship
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2003
A magical ship's pieces are scattered. Who will find them first: heroes or villain?
#19
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$474
The Coiled Viper
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2003
A magical object of immense power is hidden in the Upper World. Can they stop its discovery?
#20
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$499
In the Ice Caves of Krog
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2003
A snow beast awakens, threatening Droon. Can Eric and friends stop it?
#21
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$499
Flight of the Genie
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2003
A hidden city appears every century, holding dark secrets and a captive genie.
#22
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$499
The Isle of Mists
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2004
A dark island, a powerful enemy, and a race against time. Can they stop him?
#23
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$499
The Race to Doobesh
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2004
Can Eric and friends stop beasts forging unstoppable armor?
#24
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$499
The Fortress of the Treasure Queen
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2004
A lightning submarine threatens Jaffa City. Can enemies unite to stop it?
#25
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$499
The Riddle of Zorfendorf Castle
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2005
A hidden passage threatens the balance between worlds. Can they stop the invasion?
#26
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$499
The Moon Dragon
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2006
Can Eric and friends stop a dragon from destroying their world?
#27
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$499
The Chariot of Queen Zara
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2006
A wizard is trapped on the moon's dark side. Can the kids save him in time?
#28
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$499
In the Shadow of Goll
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2006
A sorcerer awakens ancient warriors, leading friends on a perilous quest to stop him.
#29
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$474
Pirates of the Purple Dawn
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2007
Pirates steal magical stones to unleash dragons. Can Eric stop them?
#30
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$474
Escape from Jabar-Loo
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2007
A rescue mission in a magical forest where friends may turn into foes.
#31
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$474
Queen of Shadowthorn
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2007
A sorceress's vision threatens Droon's future. Can she be trusted?
#32
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$474
The Treasure of the Orkins
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2008
A stolen treasure, a race against time, and a fearsome enemy await in the Dark Lands.
#33
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$499
Flight of the Blue Serpent
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2008
A magical snowflake holds secrets. Can Eric and friends uncover its truth before enemies do?
#34
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$474
In the City of Dreams
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2009
A young wizard's life hangs in the balance. Can his friends find the cure in time?
#35
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$474
The Lost Empire of Koomba
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2009
A quest for a cure leads to a desert empire and a magical elixir.
#36
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$474
Knights of the Ruby Wand
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2010
A magical object threatens Droon's safety as dark forces close in.
Longer special adventures
The Secrets of Droon: Special Edition Series
8 books · Published 2001–2010
Eight supplemental stories for readers already familiar with Droon.
#1
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$574
The Magic Escapes
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2001
Magic spills into reality, unleashing chaos.
#2
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$574
Wizard or Witch?
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2004
A young wizard's new book could destroy her kingdom if she isn't careful.
#3
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$574
Voyagers of the Silver Sand
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2005
Stranded in Droon, three friends must find five wizards to return home before time runs out.
#4
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$599
Sorcerer
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2006
A sorcerer reveals his dark past, challenging old foes.
#5
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$599
Moon Magic
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2008
Time-twisted missions threaten Droon's fate. Can they succeed alone?
#6
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$674
Crown of Wizards
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2009
A young wizard joins a villain to seek ultimate power. Can his friends stop them?
#7
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$699
The Genie King
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2010
A genie faces seven trials to find a powerful medallion in a city that appears once a century.
#8
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$674
The Final Quest
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2010
A kingdom on the brink, a missing wizard, and a secret that could change everything.
Good to know
Common Questions
How many books are in the Secrets of Droon series?
There are 36 books in the Secrets of Droon series. It began with The Hidden Stairs and the Magic Carpet in 1999, and the newest book, Knights of the Ruby Wand, was published in 2010.
What order should you read the Secrets of Droon books in?
Start with The Hidden Stairs and the Magic Carpet and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #36.
What ages are the Secrets of Droon books best for?
The series is best for ages 7–11, based on the age ranges of the individual books.
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