Books About Parallel Universes

The Best Parallel Universes Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about parallel universes? 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 Lost Wonderland Diaries
Arlo Finch in the Lake of the Moon
Through the Medicine Cabinet
Mostly Harmless
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Parallel Universes

Last Chance for Hope
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1139
Chapter Book · Ages 14–17 · 2017

Last Chance for Hope

By Akira Toriyama · Book #4 in the Dragon Ball Super series

Goku faces a new threat as Zamas and his counterpart seek to dominate with the super Dragon Balls.

200 pages· 5,711 words· Est. 43 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,125 ratings
$11.99Save 5%
Summary: Goku's peaceful days are shattered when Zamas, a powerful foe from Universe 10, teams up with his parallel self. Armed with the super Dragon Balls, they pose an unstoppable threat. As Goku trains with Master Roshi to master a sealing technique, Kaiô-shin attempts to redeem Zamas's mentor. Can Goku and his allies save their world from this formidable alliance?
The Lost Wonderland Diaries
Sale price
$858
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2020

The Lost Wonderland Diaries

By J. Scott Savage · Book #1 in the The Lost Wonderland Diaries series

Two kids must escape a dark Wonderland before the Queen of Hearts captures them.

352 pages· 74,332 words· Est. 10.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 666 ratings
$8.99Save 5%
Summary: Celia and Tyrus stumble upon the Lost Diaries of Wonderland, plunging into a transformed, perilous world. With familiar allies like the Cheshire Cat and new friend Sylvan, they navigate a land where darkness reigns and monsters lurk. The Queen of Hearts believes they hold the key to unlocking multiple worlds and will stop at nothing to capture them. As they solve riddles and evade danger, the duo races against time to save both Wonderland and their own world from eternal entrapment. Can they outsmart the Queen and find their way home?
Arlo Finch in the Lake of the Moon
Sale price
$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Arlo Finch in the Lake of the Moon

By John August · Book #2 in the Arlo Finch series

Arlo Finch uncovers family secrets and ancient spirits at a mysterious summer camp.

400 pages· 77,672 words· Est. 11 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,359 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
Summary: At Camp Redfeather, Arlo Finch and his friends, Indra and Wu, embark on a quest beyond canoeing and hiking. They seek ancient forest spirits and decode cryptic messages in tree bark. As they unravel the mystery of the long-lost Yellow Patrol, Arlo discovers a hidden history tied to his own family. With new faces altering the camp's dynamics and an ancient monster lurking in the lake, Arlo must navigate a world where magic and reality intertwine. What secrets will he uncover, and how will they change his life forever?
The Many Worlds of Albie Bright
Sale price
$674
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2017

The Many Worlds of Albie Bright

By Christopher Edge

A boy searches for his mother in a parallel universe.

192 pages· 36,505 words· Est. 5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,524 ratings
$6.99Save 4%
Summary: Albie Bright's world shatters when his mother dies, but hope emerges with the possibility she lives in a parallel universe. Armed with a box, laptop, and banana, Albie embarks on a universe-hopping quest. As he navigates the unknown, he uncovers surprising truths about himself and the cosmos. Will he find his mother, or discover something even more profound? Join Albie on a heartwarming, humorous adventure that explores life's biggest questions.
Through the Medicine Cabinet
Sale price
$1501
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1996

Through the Medicine Cabinet

By Dan Greenburg Jack E. Davis · The Zack Files series

A boy encounters his doppelgänger in a mysterious twist.

57 pages· 4,952 words· Est. 42 min read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 339 ratings
$15.80Save 5%
Summary: While searching for his retainer, a boy stumbles upon a shocking discovery: a boy who looks exactly like him, but isn't his reflection. What secrets lie behind this uncanny encounter?
Mostly Harmless
Chapter Book · 1992

Mostly Harmless

By Douglas Adams · Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy series

A quiet life shattered by a runaway daughter and cosmic chaos.

247 pages· 64,895 words
4.0/5 Goodreads · 141,735 ratings
Summary: Arthur Dent, seeking peace on a remote planet, faces turmoil when his daughter arrives and vanishes into the universe. With a galaxy's worth of dangers, can he save her from cosmic chaos?
Apocalypse Taco
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Apocalypse Taco

By Nathan Hale

Three kids face a world of sinister duplicates after a bizarre taco run.

128 pages· 4,801 words· Est. 54 min read
3.5/5 Goodreads · 1,321 ratings
$14.99Save 7%
Summary: A late-night taco run turns bizarre for Axl, Ivan, and Sid when they return to find eerie duplicates of themselves. Trapped in an alien dimension, they must outsmart sinister copies of their world to escape. With their truck and a windshield scraper as their only tools, the trio races against time to avoid becoming monstrous versions of themselves. Can they find a way back before it's too late?
Deadwood Hill Strikes Back
Sale price
$2979
Picture Book · Ages 7–13 · 2017

Deadwood Hill Strikes Back

By Lea Taddonio, Alessia Trunfio (Illustrator) · Lucky 8 series

Twins use a Magic 8 Ball to rescue a girl trapped in another dimension.

48 pages· 971 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 32 ratings
$31.36Save 5%
Summary: Twins Makayla and Liam uncover a mysterious message from Jo Ann, a girl trapped in another dimension. Guided by a Magic 8 Ball, they embark on a perilous journey to save her. As they navigate this dangerous realm, will they find the courage to bring Jo Ann back, or will the risks prove too great? Dive into a world where reality bends and the stakes are life-altering.
The Shocking Shark Showdown
Sale price
$1498
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2020

The Shocking Shark Showdown

By David Bowles, Shane Clester (Illustrator) · Book #4 in the 13th Street series

Cousins race against time to find a portal and dodge electric sharks.

96 pages· 5,153 words· Est. 58 min read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 65 ratings
$15.99Save 6%
Summary: Cousins Malia, Dante, and Ivan embark on a thrilling quest to find a portal to 13th Street and help their friend Mickey return home. But danger lurks as electric-charged sharks threaten their mission. Can they outsmart these shocking predators and succeed before time runs out? Dive into this fast-paced, illustrated adventure filled with suspense and surprises at every turn.
Cash Splash
Sale price
$674
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2024

Cash Splash

By Ari Avatar · Book #7 in the Diary of a Roblox Pro series

Ari finds a portal to a world where he's rich, but danger lurks unseen.

128 pages· 8,053 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 99 ratings
$6.99Save 4%
Summary: Ari Avatar, a typical Roblox kid, stumbles upon a portal to a parallel universe where he's a millionaire with dragon pets and endless candy. But as he revels in his newfound wealth, Ari senses a hidden threat. Will he uncover the mystery before it's too late, or will the allure of this world keep him trapped? Join Ari and his friends in their thrilling seventh adventure as they navigate this blocky universe filled with unexpected twists and challenges. Can Ari find the courage to face the unknown and decide where he truly belongs?
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