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The Best Goblins Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about goblins? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

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The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Goblins

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 1872

The Princess and the Goblin

By George MacDonald · Book #1 in the Princess Irene and Curdie series

A young princess discovers a mysterious old lady living in the tower of her family's castle.

112 pages· 50,997 words· Est. 7 hour read

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Summary: In a remote mountain castle, Princess Irene stumbles upon a mysterious stairway leading to a labyrinth of forgotten passages. As she ventures deeper, she must confront the lurking threat of the boglins. With only a magical ring for protection, can Irene unravel the secrets at the top of the stairway and safeguard her kingdom? The stakes are high, and danger lurks in every shadow. Will courage and magic be enough to face the unknown?

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2024

Into the Goblin Market

By Vikki VanSickle, Jensine Eckwall (Illustrator)

Two sisters face the perilous Goblin Market. Can courage and wit save them?

48 pages

4.3/5 Goodreads · 721 ratings

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Summary: Millie cherishes her peaceful farm life, but her sister Mina craves adventure. When the mysterious Goblin Market arrives, Mina can't resist its allure and vanishes. Now, Millie must confront the market's dangers to rescue her sister. Armed with courage and cleverness, she ventures into a world of cunning goblins. Will her bravery be enough to outsmart them and bring Mina home? This tale of sisterly bonds and resilience unfolds in a beautifully illustrated homage to classic fairy-tale villains and Christina Rossetti's "Goblin Market." Discover if love and intelligence can triumph over dark enchantments.

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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 1978

The Rainbow Goblins

By Ul De Rico

Seven goblins seek to capture the elusive Rainbow, sparking a magical chase.

32 pages

4.5/5 Goodreads · 1,770 ratings

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Summary: In a world where colors dance and magic thrives, seven goblins plot to capture the Rainbow. Their greed threatens to drain the world of its vibrant hues. As the Rainbow learns to evade their grasp, a whimsical chase unfolds. Will the goblins succeed, or will the Rainbow's brilliance remain untamed? Dive into this enchanting tale where imagination knows no bounds and the stakes are as colorful as the world itself.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

Nobody Likes a Goblin

By Ben Hatke

A goblin ventures out to rescue his kidnapped friend from adventurers.

40 pages· 541 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

4.3/5 Goodreads · 3,314 ratings

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Summary: Goblin's peaceful dungeon life is shattered when adventurers raid his home, stealing his only friend, Skeleton. Determined to rescue him, Goblin must brave the outside world, confronting its dangers and prejudices. Can this unlikely hero navigate a world that fears him and save Skeleton? Embark on a journey filled with unexpected allies and perilous challenges as Goblin discovers what it truly means to be a hero.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2014

Addison the April Fool's Day Fairy

By Daisy Meadows · Rainbow Magic: Special Edition series

Can Rachel and Kirsty recover Addison's stolen magic before April Fool's Day is ruined?

192 pages· 10,401 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 308 ratings

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Summary: Rachel and Kirsty eagerly await April Fool's Day, a time for laughter and pranks. But when Jack Frost steals Addison the April Fool's Day Fairy's magical items, the fun is threatened. The girls must embark on a quest to retrieve the stolen magic, or risk losing the joy of the day. Will they outsmart Jack Frost and restore the laughter? Join their adventure in this special edition of Rainbow Magic, where every clue leads to a new twist and the fate of April Fool's Day hangs in the balance.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2012

Brianna the Tooth Fairy

By Daisy Meadows · Rainbow Magic: Special Edition series

A toothache leads to stolen magic. Can two friends save the Tooth Fairy's world?

176 pages· 8,762 words· Est. 1 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 488 ratings

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Summary: When Jack Frost's toothache drives him to steal Brianna the Tooth Fairy's magic, losing teeth loses its charm. Kirsty and Rachel, eager for a visit from Brianna, find themselves on a quest to restore her powers. With the Tooth Fairy's magic at stake, can the girls retrieve the missing magic objects and save the day? Join them in a magical adventure where every lost tooth holds the key to a greater mystery.

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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1989

Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins

By Eric A. Kimmel, Trina Schart Hyman (Illustrator)

A traveler must outwit goblins to save Hanukkah in a darkened village.

Caldecott Honor (1990)

32 pages· 2,287 words· Est. 18 min read-aloud

4.3/5 Goodreads · 3,440 ratings

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Summary: On Hanukkah's first night, Hershel of Ostropol arrives at a village expecting warmth and light, only to find darkness. Goblins have taken over the synagogue, preventing the celebration. With wit as his weapon, Hershel faces these mischievous creatures each night. Can he outsmart them and restore the festival's joy? This tale of cleverness and courage unfolds as Hershel battles the goblins, determined to light the menorah and bring Hanukkah back to the villagers. Will his cunning be enough to overcome the supernatural foes and save the holiday?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Beetle & the Hollowbones

By Aliza Layne · Beetle series

A young goblin named Beetle befriends a ghost trapped in a mall and together they try to find a way to free the ghost before the mall is demolished, while also navigating Beetle's complicated relationships with her gran and her friend Kat, who is now an apprentice to a powerful sorceress.

256 pages· 7,894 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 6,057 ratings

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Summary: In the eerie town of 'Allows, twelve-year-old goblin-witch Beetle faces a daunting task: save her ghost friend, Blob Glost, from a mall's eternal curse. With her old friend Kat back, now a sorcery apprentice, Beetle must navigate jealousy and magic. As Kat's mentor's sinister plan unfolds, Beetle has just a week to break the curse, help Kat find her voice, and embrace her own magical potential. Can Beetle rescue Blob and prove her worth before time runs out?

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2013

Coco the Cupcake Fairy

By Daisy Meadows · Rainbow Magic: The Sugar & Spice Fairies series

Fairy magic stolen, desserts ruined. Can two friends save the day?

80 pages· 4,246 words· Est. 36 min read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 316 ratings

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Summary: In a world where fairy magic keeps desserts delightful, Jack Frost's theft threatens to ruin everything. Coco the Cupcake Fairy's charm is missing, causing baked goods to flop. Rachel and Kirsty must embark on a magical quest to retrieve the charm and restore sweetness to both Fairyland and the human world. Will they outsmart Jack Frost and save the day, or will desserts remain doomed? Join their adventure to find out!

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Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2017

Where's Halmoni?

By Julie Kim

Two siblings enter a magical world to find their missing grandmother.

96 pages· 417 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,013 ratings

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Summary: When two Korean American siblings find their grandmother missing, they stumble upon a mysterious portal leading to a world of Korean folklore. As they encounter goblins, a tiger, and more, they must solve the mystery of her disappearance. Will they uncover the secrets of their heritage and find their grandmother in this enchanting realm?

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Goblins Picture Books

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

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Unicorns Are the Worst!

Ages 4–8

A goblin's peaceful life is disrupted by the arrival of unicorns in the meadow next door.

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Dragons Are the Worst!

Ages 4–8 · 2021

A goblin claims dragons are the worst, but is he truly more fearsome?

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Yetis Are the Worst!

Ages 4–8 · 2022

A goblin's quest to find a yeti reveals unexpected truths in the frozen tundra.

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Kylie the Carnival Fairy

Ages 4–8 · 2007

Magic hats stolen threaten to ruin the summer carnival. Can they be found in time?

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The Goblin and the Empty Chair

Ages 5–8 · 2009

A goblin seeks to heal a grieving family with compassion's magic touch.

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Stella the Star Fairy

Ages 4–8 · 2007

Can two friends outsmart goblins to save Christmas sparkle?

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The 13 Nights of Halloween

Ages 4–8 · 2011

A mummy's spooky gifts lead to a Halloween countdown full of surprises.

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Harriet the Hamster Fairy

Ages 4–8 · 2024

Can Kirsty and Rachel save Twinkle the hamster from Jack Frost's goblins?

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Georgia the Guinea Pig Fairy

Ages 4–8 · 2006

Can two friends rescue a magical guinea pig before it's too late?

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Scarlett the Garnet Fairy

Ages 4–8 · 2005

Seven jewels are missing, and Fairyland's magic is fading fast.

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Chloe the Topaz Fairy

Ages 4–8 · 2005

Seven jewels are missing, and Fairyland's magic is fading fast.

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Amy the Amethyst Fairy

Ages 6–9 · 2005

Seven jewels are missing, and Fairyland's magic is fading. Can the fairies restore their powers?

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Goblins Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about goblins for developing and independent readers.

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Unicorn Crossing

Ages 8–12 · 2017

A girl and her unicorn navigate spooky parties, snow days, and friendship challenges.

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The Magic Storm

Ages 8–12 · 2017

A group of friends team up to solve a mystery involving a magical storm and a dragon that is eating the local electricity and magic, causing widespread power outages and disruptions to their daily lives.