Books About Magic And Fantasy Worlds · 16 titles considered

The Best Magic And Fantasy Worlds Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

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

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2010

The Red Pyramid

By Rick Riordan · Book #1 in the The Kane Chronicles series

Siblings must stop an ancient god to uncover their family's secrets.

519 pages· 124,541 words· Est. 14 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 432,486 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2021

Azmina the Gold Glitter Dragon

By Maddy Mara · Book #1 in the Dragon Girls series

Three girls become dragons to protect a magical forest from dark forces.

144 pages· 10,754 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,848 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Legacy

Secrets unravel, forcing Sophie and friends into a web of dangerous truths and blurred loyalties.

816 pages· 197,118 words· Est. 27.5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 45,167 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Unlocked

A teenage girl navigates a magical world of elves and goblins while trying to uncover the truth about her past and her connection to a mysterious figure known as the moonlark.

768 pages· 52,503 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 34,667 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Aru Shah and the City of Gold

By Roshani Chokshi · Book #4 in the Pandava series

Aru Shah must navigate betrayal and trials to prevent a war between gods and demons.

389 pages· 90,860 words· Est. 12.5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 6,399 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 2012

In a Glass Grimmly

By Adam Gidwitz, Hugh D'Andrade (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the A Tale Dark & Grimm series

Jack and Jill face eerie creatures and twisted tales beyond happily ever after.

314 pages· 55,235 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 9,147 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Seekers of the Wild Realm

A girl defies tradition to become a Seeker, forming an uneasy alliance over a hidden dragon.

400 pages· 90,757 words· Est. 12.5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 588 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Whatever After: Abby in Wonderland

Friends fall into Wonderland, facing riddles and a trial. Can they escape before it's too late?

256 pages· 36,559 words· Est. 5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,538 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2025

Dreamslinger

By Graci Kim · Book #1 in the Slinger series

A girl enters magical trials to uncover dark secrets and challenge a powerful league.

304 pages· 72,112 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 444 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2004

E. Aster Bunnymund and the Warrior Eggs at the Earth's Core!

A warrior rabbit must stop a hidden threat before it's too late.

288 pages· 29,130 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 4,982 ratings
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Magic And Fantasy Worlds Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about magic and fantasy worlds for developing and independent readers.

The Story of King Arthur and His Knights

Ages 7–9 · 2006

A legendary king, a mystical sword, and a kingdom's fate hang in the balance.

The Lost Years

Ages 10–13 · 1996

A nameless boy seeks identity and destiny in a magical land's peril.

Rosie the Twilight Dragon

Ages 7–10 · 2022

Three girls transform into dragons to save a magical forest from eternal daylight.

The Shelterlings

Ages 8–12 · 2022

Misfit animals must defend their quirky magic from a deceptive threat.

Willa the Silver Glitter Dragon
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Willa the Silver Glitter Dragon

Ages 7–10 · 2021

A young girl discovers a magical forest and becomes a dragon girl to save it from evil forces.

Polar Nights

Ages 8–12 · 2022

A forgotten tale awakens a memory-stealing monster. Can Anna and Elsa save Arendelle from eternal darkness?

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