Category: fantasy

The Brothers Flick: The Impossible Doors by Ryan Haddock and Nick Wyche || Magic Meets Mystery

The Brothers Flick: The Impossible Doors by Ryan Haddock and Nick Wyche || Magic Meets Mystery

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Fantasy     Mystery     Graphic Novel     Found Family     Sibling Bonds     Diversity     Wheelchair     Sign Language     Perfect for readers who want: Graphic novels Books for struggling or reluctant readers Magic set in the real world Sibling bonds […]

The Lords of Night by J.C. Cervantes || MG Adventure With Aztec and Mayan Gods

The Lords of Night by J.C. Cervantes || MG Adventure With Aztec and Mayan Gods

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Fantasy     Adventure     Mythology     Diversity     Mayan     Mexican     Squad Vibes     Perfect for readers who want: More books related to The Storm Runner series Rick Riordan Presents releases Diverse mythology based on Aztec and Mayan cultures Lots of […]

New Dragon City by Mari Mancusi || Dragons During the Apocalypse

New Dragon City by Mari Mancusi || Dragons During the Apocalypse

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Fantasy     Dystopia     Coming of Age     Family Bonds     Dragons     Perfect for readers who want: Dystopian middle grade novels . . . with a twist Dragons! Duh. (Because who doesn’t want dragons?!) Commentary against “othering” different groups Super tense atmosphere focused […]

Ghostcloud by Michael Mann || Paranormal Dystopian MG

Ghostcloud by Michael Mann || Paranormal Dystopian MG

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Fantasy     Paranormal     Dystopia     Squad Vibes     Friendship Bonds     Child Abuse     Perfect for readers who want: Middle grade set in a dystopian society Hopeful children, even in dark situations Very unique take on ghosts and spirits Uplifting story about […]

Omega Morales and the Legend of La Lechuza by Laekan Zea Kemp || Spooky, Heartwarming Twist On Mexican Legends

Omega Morales and the Legend of La Lechuza by Laekan Zea Kemp || Spooky, Heartwarming Twist On Mexican Legends

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Fantasy     Mystery     Paranormal     Diversity     Mexican     Latine     Family Bonds     Perfect for readers who want: Stories based on Mexican folklore and legend Lots of family bonds and characters supporting each other Super spooky/creepy vibe perfect for fall […]

Amira & Hamza Series (Books 1 & 2) by Samira Ahmed || MG Adventure In An Islamic-Inspired World

Amira & Hamza Series (Books 1 & 2) by Samira Ahmed || MG Adventure In An Islamic-Inspired World

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Fantasy     Adventure     Mythology     Diversity     Islam     Sibling Bonds     Perfect for readers who want: Fast-paced, world-threatening sort of action adventure Adorable sibling bonds (and arguments!) Science and nerdiness mixed with magic and action A world based on Islamic folklore […]

Serwa Boateng’s Guide to Vampire Hunting by Roseanne A. Brown || Vampire Slaying Meets Ghanaian Folklore

Serwa Boateng’s Guide to Vampire Hunting by Roseanne A. Brown || Vampire Slaying Meets Ghanaian Folklore

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Fantasy     Adventure     Mythology     Vampires     Diversity     Ghana     Squad Vibes     Perfect for readers who want: Lots of diverse characters with unique struggles Ghanaian folklore, myths, and gods Fast-paced adventure to new places (including, essentially, the underworld!) A […]

Raising the Horseman by Serena Valentino || Modern LGBTQ+ Take On A Classic

Raising the Horseman by Serena Valentino || Modern LGBTQ+ Take On A Classic

Content Tags: Young Adult     Fantasy     Horror     Retelling     Romance     LGBTQ+     F/F Relationship     Family Bonds     Partner Abuse     Perfect for readers who want: A retelling of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Spooky (but not scary) books to get in the […]

Charlie Hernández Series (#1 – 3) by Ryan Calejo || Indiana Jones Meets Hispanic Folklore

Charlie Hernández Series (#1 – 3) by Ryan Calejo || Indiana Jones Meets Hispanic Folklore

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Fantasy     Adventure     Mythology     Folklore     Diversity     Hispanic     Squad Vibes     Perfect for readers who want: Books similar to the Rick Riordan Presents series. Hispanic culture and mythology. Nonstop action and adventure, Indiana Jones style. Smart as a […]

Quest Kids and the Dragon Pants of Gold by Mark Leiknes || Hilarious Dragon-Filled MG Adventure

Quest Kids and the Dragon Pants of Gold by Mark Leiknes || Hilarious Dragon-Filled MG Adventure

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Fantasy     Humor     Adventure     Dragons     Squad Vibes     Perfect for readers who want: A humorous adventure filled with fun and misfortune. A slightly incompetent squad who tries their best anyway. Mix of text and graphic novel style. Dragons! Well, one dragon […]