Books About Ogres

The Best Ogres Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about ogres? 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.

The Shortlist

Our 9 Favorite Books About Ogres

The Wall in the Middle of the Book
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

The Wall in the Middle of the Book

By Jon Agee

A character navigates a world divided by a wall, encountering an ogre on the other side.

42 pages· 154 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
5.4/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,342 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: A young knight believes a wall keeps him safe from the dangers on the other side, like tigers and ogres. But as water rises and a crocodile lurks on his side, he must confront his assumptions. Who will save him when he's in over his head? Discover the unexpected ally from the other side and explore what truly lies beyond the wall.
The Ogress and the Orphans
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$1895
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

The Ogress and the Orphans

By Kelly Barnhill

A missing child, a mysterious Ogress, and a town's misplaced trust threaten to unravel Stone in the Glen.

National Book Award for Young People's Literature Finalist (2022)
392 pages· 99,555 words· Est. 14 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 9,749 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In the troubled town of Stone in the Glen, a child vanishes, and suspicion falls on the reclusive Ogress. Only the Orphan House children know her true kindness. As the town blindly trusts a charismatic Mayor, they must reveal the real threat before it's too late. Can they save their home from its own misguided fears and uncover the truth behind the town's decline?
Nightmares
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$1700
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1976

Nightmares

By Jack Prelutsky, Arnold Lobel (Illustrator) · Poems to Trouble Your Sleep series

Explore chilling poems that bring ghouls and vampires to life.

40 pages· 2,119 words· Est. 17 min read-aloud
4.2 Goodreads · 411 ratings
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Library Binding
Summary: Dive into a collection of spine-tingling poems that explore the eerie world of ghouls, vampires, and skeletons. Each verse invites young readers to confront their fears and revel in the macabre. Will you dare to turn the page and face the horrors within?
Shrek! (Bound for Schools & Libraries)
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$1748
Picture Book · Ages 5–8

Shrek! (Bound for Schools & Libraries)

A young ogre sets out on a journey to find his true love.

32 pages· 1,153 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
3.8 Goodreads · 6,671 ratings
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The Adventures of Alfie Onion
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

The Adventures of Alfie Onion

By Vivian French, Marta Kissi (Illustrator)

A boy discovers his true heroism on an unexpected adventure.

192 pages· 25,434 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
3.8 Goodreads · 256 ratings
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Summary: Alfie Onion embarks on a journey meant for his brother, Magnifico, who isn't the hero everyone believes. With a loyal dog, a talking horse, and meddling magpies, Alfie must step up to save the day. Can he rise to the challenge and prove that true heroism comes from unexpected places? Join Alfie as he navigates a world of surprises and discovers his own potential.
Stolen Magic
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

Stolen Magic

By Gail Carson Levine · Book #2 in the Tale of Two Castles series

A stolen statue threatens a volcanic eruption. Can Elodie solve the mystery in time?

336 pages· 54,534 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
3.6 Goodreads · 1,590 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Elodie returns to her island home only to find the vital Replica statue missing. With a volcanic eruption looming, she must unravel a web of deceit among potential culprits. Joined by dragon detective Meenore and ogre Count Jonty Um, Elodie races against time to prevent disaster. Can she uncover the truth before it's too late?
The Three Bully Goats
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$1597
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2011

The Three Bully Goats

By Leslie Kimmelman, Will Terry (Illustrator)

An ogre devises a clever plan to outsmart bullying goats.

32 pages· 994 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
3.4 Goodreads · 116 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Gruff, Ruff, and Tuff, notorious for their bullying, cross a bridge into a meadow, tormenting a gentle ogre and small creatures. Tired of their antics, the ogre decides it's time to teach these unruly goats a lesson they won't forget. Will the ogre's plan succeed, or will the goats continue their reign of mischief? This playful twist on a classic tale promises laughter and a valuable lesson.
Puss in Boots
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$574
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2008

Puss in Boots

By Lisa Findlay, Tim Bowers (Illustrator)

A clever cat in boots schemes to change his and his master's fate.

48 pages· 746 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
4.1 Goodreads · 42 ratings
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Summary: Puss, once a lazy mill cat, faces abandonment by Tom, the miller's son. But Puss has a plan. Donning boots and a sack, he embarks on a cunning quest to secure a better life for them both. Will his cleverness outwit the challenges ahead? Discover a fresh twist on a classic tale where a cat's wit might just change their destiny.
The Stolen Slippers
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2022

The Stolen Slippers

By Melissa de la Cruz · Book #2 in the Never After series

A twisted fairy tale quest for Cinderella's slippers reveals hidden truths and unexpected heroes.

336 pages· 59,999 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 1,820 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Filomena Jefferson-Cho returns to Never After, where fairy tales aren't what they seem. With Cinderella's glass slippers missing, Filomena and her friends, including the charming Jack Stalker, must uncover the truth. Cinderella isn't the innocent princess; her stepsisters, Hortense and Beatrice, are the real heroines. As they navigate a world of deceit and danger, including a stint in the Beast's dungeon, the stakes are high. Can they thwart Cinderella's schemes and fulfill a mysterious prophecy, or will the fairy tale end in disaster? Join this thrilling adventure to discover who truly deserves a happily ever after.
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