The Best Young Heroes Books for Kids

Chapter Book · 2009

Percy Jackson and the Sword of Hades

A young boy discovers he is the son of the Greek god Poseidon and embarks on a quest to retrieve Zeus's stolen lightning bolt and prevent a war between the gods.

72 pages· 10,236 words

4.3/5 Goodreads · 31,334 ratings

Paperback

Summary: Summoned by Persephone, Percy, Thalia, and Nico must venture into the Underworld to reclaim Hades' sword. With evil daimons and the Titan Iapetos lurking, can they succeed before disaster strikes?

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$674

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2013

Hyperion and the Great Balls of Fire

By Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams, Craig Phillips (Illustrator) · Book #4 in the Heroes in Training series

Olympians dodge fireballs to uncover Hyperion's fiery mystery.

144 pages· 13,625 words· Est. 2.5 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 524 ratings

$6.99Save 4%

Paperback

Summary: Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades face scorching heat as Titan Hyperion hurls fireballs, threatening northern Greece. With Hera missing, they embark on a perilous quest to uncover Hyperion's motives. Battling fierce creatures and extreme temperatures, the young Olympians must solve the mystery and rescue their friend. Will they succeed before everything is reduced to ashes? Join them on this epic adventure as Zeus inches closer to his destiny.

Graphic Nov.

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$1398

Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2018

The Battle of the Labyrinth: The Graphic Novel

By Rick Riordan, Robert Venditti (Adapter), Orpheus Collar (Illustrator), Antoine Dodé (Illustrator) · Book #4 in the Percy Jackson and the Olympians Graphic Novels series

Percy races through a deadly Labyrinth to stop Kronos's impending war.

128 pages· 2,004 words· Est. 18 min read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 5,868 ratings

$14.99Save 7%

Paperback

Summary: Percy Jackson faces his greatest challenge yet as the Titan lord Kronos threatens war. With Camp Half Blood's safety crumbling, Percy and his demigod friends must navigate the treacherous Labyrinth. Each twist and turn holds unexpected dangers and surprises. Can they outsmart Kronos's forces and save their world from destruction? Dive into this thrilling graphic novel filled with humor, action, and mythological intrigue.

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$858

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2009

This Book Is Not Good for You

By Pseudonymous Bosch · Book #3 in the The Secret series

A kidnapped mom, a sinister chocolatier, and a legendary tuning fork. Can they save her?

394 pages· 53,937 words· Est. 6 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 23,544 ratings

$8.99Save 5%

Paperback

Summary: Cass's mom is kidnapped by the sinister chocolatier, Señor Hugo, who demands a legendary tuning fork as ransom. With time running out, Cass and Max-Ernest must unravel the mystery of Hugo's secret ingredient. Will they rescue her and uncover the truth behind the world's most irresistible chocolate? Dive into this tooth-rotting adventure, but beware—this story is as dangerous as it is delicious!

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$674

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2017

Dionysus and the Land of Beasts

By Tracey West, Craig Phillips (Illustrator) · Book #14 in the Heroes in Training series

Zeus seeks a mysterious ally to defeat King Cronus. Can Dion's powers help or hinder their quest?

112 pages· 10,251 words· Est. 2 hour read

4.5/5 Goodreads · 187 ratings

$6.99Save 4%

Paperback

Summary: Zeus and his Olympian friends, guided by an oracle, journey to the Land of Grapes. There, they meet Dion, a performer with mysterious powers. As they reveal their identities, chaos ensues, leaving them stranded and questioning Dion's true abilities. Can Dion aid them in their battle against King Cronus, or will his magic complicate their mission? The stakes are high as they navigate trust and power in their quest for victory.

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$1597

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

The Wearle

Book #1 in the The Erth Dragons series

Dragons and humans clash; a boy's daring act may prevent war.

320 pages· 58,709 words· Est. 8 hour read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,443 ratings

$16.99Save 6%

Hardcover

Summary: Gabrial, a young dragon, seeks his missing father but causes a baby dragon's disappearance, risking his place among the Wearle. Meanwhile, Ren, a curious human boy, defies fear to enter dragon territory. As tensions rise between dragons and humans, Ren's bold move could be the key to peace. Can he earn the dragons' trust and avert disaster?

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$1093

Chapter Book · 2012

Stranger at the Gates

By Roderick Hunt

Can they prevent history's destruction by the evil Virans?

48 pages· 2,723 words

3.6/5 Goodreads · 12 ratings

$11.50Save 5%

Paperback

Summary: Biff, Chip, and Kipper, now grown, face their greatest challenge yet: stopping the malevolent Virans from unraveling history itself. As their true destinies unfold, can they protect the past and secure the future?

Graphic Nov.

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$1899

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Hyperion and the Great Balls of Fire (Graphic Novel)

By David Campiti (Adapter), Glass House Graphics (Illustrator) · Book #4 in the Heroes in Training Graphic Novels series

The sun blazes fiercely as young Olympians face fiery trials and a missing ally.

144 pages· 6,900 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 21 ratings

$19.99Save 5%

Hardcover

Summary: In a land scorched by Hyperion's blazing sun, young Olympians Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades must dodge fireballs and uncover the mystery behind the heat. With Cronus on their trail and Hera missing, they embark on a perilous quest. Can they withstand the fiery trials and fantastical creatures to save their friend and edge closer to Zeus's destiny?

The Best Young Heroes Books for Kids

Our 8 Favorite Books About Young Heroes

Percy Jackson and the Sword of Hades

Hyperion and the Great Balls of Fire

The Battle of the Labyrinth: The Graphic Novel

This Book Is Not Good for You

Dionysus and the Land of Beasts

The Wearle

Stranger at the Gates

Hyperion and the Great Balls of Fire (Graphic Novel)

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