Books About Genies

The Best Genies Books for Kids

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Genies

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

The Wishmakers

By Tyler Whitesides, Jessica Warrick (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Wishmakers series

A boy's wishes could save the world or lead to chaos. Can he handle the consequences?

325 pages· 65,566 words· Est. 9 hour read

6.3/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 597 ratings

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Summary: Twelve-year-old Ace's world flips upside down when he releases a genie from a peanut butter jar. Now a Wishmaker, Ace must complete an impossible quest in a week, or face a cuddly apocalypse. With unlimited wishes at his disposal, Ace must navigate the tricky consequences of each wish. Will he outsmart the magical chaos, or will his desires lead to disaster? Join Ace on a whirlwind adventure filled with unpredictable magic and zany humor, where every wish could be his last. Can he save the world without losing himself in the process?

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2015

Eden's Wish

By M. Tara Crowl · Book #1 in the Eden of the Lamp series

A genie escapes her lamp, facing a world of hidden dangers and ancient conflicts.

288 pages· 52,152 words· Est. 6 hour read

5.5/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 284 ratings

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Summary: Eden, a genie trapped in an antique lamp, escapes to Earth, posing as a middle schooler. She discovers a world far from perfect, entangled in a battle among immortals. As a former genie's organization threatens her new friends, Tyler and Sasha, Eden must protect them and the lamp's magic. Will she find where she truly belongs?

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2010

The Ring of Solomon

By Jonathan Stroud · Book #4 in the Bartimaeus series

A djinni faces his toughest challenge yet in King Solomon's court.

398 pages

4.2/5 Goodreads · 32,470 ratings

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Summary: Bartimaeus, the clever djinni, embarks on a thrilling journey to ancient Jerusalem, serving a difficult master and encountering King Solomon's powerful magic ring. Can he outwit his foes and survive this perilous adventure? Discover the secrets and dangers that await in this captivating tale of magic and cunning.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

Burglars and Bluestockings

By Julie Berry · Wishes and Wellingtons series

Magic and danger collide as Maeve faces thieves and tough choices about her djinni's future.

368 pages

4.2/5 Goodreads · 313 ratings

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Summary: Maeve Merritt, a spirited girl in 1897, dreams of freedom and adventure. Discovering women at Oxford inspires her, but thieves threaten her magical djinni, Mermeros. With charmed mirrors in hand, Maeve must decide if keeping her wishes is worth the peril. Can she outsmart the burglars and embrace a future of her own making, or will she sacrifice magic for safety? Dive into a world where courage and magic intertwine, and every choice could change Maeve's destiny.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2005

Ptolemy's Gate

By Jonathan Stroud · Book #3 in the Bartimaeus series

A conspiracy unfolds, threatening everything. Can they stop it?

Cybils Award (2006)

501 pages

4.3/5 Goodreads · 90,861 ratings

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Summary: In the thrilling climax of the Bartimaeus Trilogy, Nathaniel, Kitty, and the enigmatic Bartimaeus confront a conspiracy that could destroy them all. As secrets unravel, alliances are tested, and a formidable enemy emerges, they must unite to face their greatest challenge yet. Will they overcome the looming threat, or will their world fall into chaos? Dive into a tale of magic, danger, and unexpected twists where the stakes have never been higher.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Genie in a Bottle

By Sarah Mlynowski · Book #9 in the Whatever After series

Trapped in Aladdin's tale, two siblings must fix wishes gone wrong to escape.

176 pages· 26,670 words· Est. 3.5 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,687 ratings

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Summary: Abby and Jonah tumble into Aladdin's world, expecting magical wishes. Instead, they face a tricky genie and a series of challenges: escaping a cave, gathering jewels, and mastering a magic carpet. With Aladdin's future and their way home at stake, can they navigate this enchanted chaos before time runs out?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

The Wishbreaker

By Tyler Whitesides · Wishmakers series

A rogue genie threatens the world. Can Ace and Ridge save their friend and stop him in time?

328 pages· 64,216 words· Est. 9 hour read

4.4/5 Goodreads · 323 ratings

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Summary: Ace faces a daunting challenge: rescue his friend Tina from a rogue genie with world-conquering ambitions. With his genie, Ridge, by his side, Ace must navigate the perilous path of being a Wishmaker, where every wish comes with a dire consequence. As they race against time, they must forge unexpected alliances and confront their past failures. Will Ace's wishes be enough to save Tina and the world? Dive into a whirlwind of magic, humor, and adventure in this thrilling sequel.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2017

The Genie's Curse

By Tom Percival · Little Legends series

A broken urn, a homeless genie, and a curse—can Rapunzel fix the chaos in Tale Town?

208 pages· 13,589 words· Est. 2 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 182 ratings

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Summary: Rapunzel's carefree life as a princess shatters when she accidentally releases a genie from a magical urn. Now cursed, she's blamed for every mishap in Tale Town. With her friends and a mysterious green monkey named Alphege, Rapunzel must unravel the genie’s spell. Can she clear her name and restore harmony, or will the curse change her fate forever? Dive into a world where fairytale legends face unexpected twists and enchanting challenges.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2019

Wished

By Jen Calonita · Book #5 in the Fairy Tale Reform School series

A wish for happiness turns chaotic at Fairy Tale Reform School. Can Gilly fix it before villains strike?

240 pages· 39,033 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 2,745 ratings

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Summary: Maxine's wish for happiness at Fairy Tale Reform School unleashes chaos when a genie grants it, causing ex-villains to sing and trolls to befriend ogres. With Rumpelstiltskin still a threat, Gilly must help Maxine reverse the spell before it's too late. Will they restore order, or will the school remain a musical wonderland? Discover the unexpected twists in this enchanting adventure.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2004

The Golem's Eye

By Jonathan Stroud · Book #2 in the Bartimaeus series

A golem terrorizes London. Can Nathaniel uncover its source?

562 pages

4.1/5 Goodreads · 97,727 ratings

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Summary: Nathaniel, rising in government ranks, faces chaos as a powerful golem wreaks havoc in London. Teaming up with the witty djinni Bartimaeus, he must journey to Prague to unravel the mystery behind the golem's invincibility. Will they succeed before it's too late?

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Genies Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about genies for preschool and elementary-age readers.

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The Storyteller

Ages 4–8 · 2016

A boy and storyteller battle a Djinn's sandstorm with tales.

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PAW Patrol 5-Minute Stories Collection

Ages 3–7 · 2017

Puppy heroes race to save Adventure Bay with teamwork and cool gadgets.

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Meet Shimmer and Shine!

Ages 4–6 · 2016

Join genie sisters on magical adventures with their best friend.

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Leah's Dream Dollhouse

Ages 4–8 · 2016

Magic brings a dollhouse to life, sparking adventure.

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The Newest Trick in the Book

Ages 5–9 · 2022

Trapped in a book, Jeanie faces dragons. Can magic save her?

#5 in Series

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Brother Be Gone!

Ages 5–9 · 2021

A wish gone wrong makes Jeanie's brother vanish. Can she bring him back?

#4 in Series

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Not-So-Happy Camper

Ages 5–9 · 2021

A camping trip tests friendship when a wish makes two friends vanish.

#3 in Series

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Follow Your Art

Ages 4–8 · 2021

Art comes alive, chaos ensues. Can they keep the secret?

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All Bottled Up!

Ages 3–7 · 2017

Genies trapped in a bottle; can Leah save them without wishes?

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Rubble's Big Wish

Ages 4–8 · 2017

A magical jack-in-the-box could make a pup's dreams come true.

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Jasmine's Story

Ages 3–7 · 2019

Jasmine's adventure with Aladdin, a tiger, and a Genie against Jafar.

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Aladdin

Ages 7–12 · 2015

A boy finds a lamp with a genie, facing magic and danger.

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Genies Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about genies for developing and independent readers.

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Syren

Ages 10–15 · 2009

A wizard apprentice faces mysterious calls on a strange island while danger looms at sea.

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Nura and the Immortal Palace

Ages 10–13 · 2022

A girl discovers a hidden realm of jinn, where freedom comes at a perilous cost.

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The Amulet of Samarkand

Ages 10–14 · 2003

A young magician's apprentice seeks revenge, unleashing a powerful djinni and chaos.

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Once Upon Another Time

Ages 8–12 · 2022

A genie and a tiny giant must thwart a king's dark plan to save their fairy-tale world.

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Aster and the Accidental Magic

Ages 8–11 · 2020

A young girl navigates a mysterious world of magic and monsters after her family moves to a new home.

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Stanley and the Magic Lamp

Ages 7–9 · 1983

A boy discovers a magic lamp and releases a genie who grants his wishes, but things don't always go as planned.

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Castle in the Air

Ages 8–12 · 1990

A carpet dealer's dreams turn real with a magic carpet and a mysterious castle.

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Emma and the Blue Genie

Ages 7–10 · 2002

A young girl named Emma releases a genie from a bottle and joins him on a quest to retrieve his stolen nose ring from an evil yellow genie.

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Genies Don't Ride Bicycles

Ages 7–10 · 1994

A mysterious genie arrives in Bailey City. Is he real or just a trickster?

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The Christmas Genie

Ages 8–11 · 2009

A genie grants one wish to a fifth-grade class. What could go wrong?

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The Genie in the Bottle

2009

A fisherman releases a mischievous genie from an old bottle. What chaos will ensue?

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Graphic Nov.

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Coral's Reef Vol. 1

Ages 8–12 · 2023

A sea sprite's world flips when a fiery newcomer arrives.

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