Category: myth

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Ravenfall by Kalyn Josephson || Encanto Meets Supernatural For Kids

Ravenfall by Kalyn Josephson || Encanto Meets Supernatural For Kids

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Fantasy     Paranormal     Supernatural     LGBTQ+     F/F Relationship     M/M Relationship     Diversity     Jewish     Irish     Sibling Bonds     Found Family     Perfect for readers who want: Whimsical worlds filled with magic. Semi-omniscient houses […]

Six Crimson Cranes Duology by Elizabeth Lim || East Asian Folklore Blended With Fairy Tales

Six Crimson Cranes Duology by Elizabeth Lim || East Asian Folklore Blended With Fairy Tales

Content Tags: Young Adult     Fantasy     Romance     Retelling     Mythology     Diversity     East Asian     Dragons     Sibling Bonds     Perfect for readers who want: Fairy tales mixed with East Asian mythology Slow burn, sweet romances Adorable sibling bonds Retellings/remixes of common fairy […]

Paola Santiago and the Sanctuary of Shadows by Tehlor Kay Mejia || Mexican Folklore With A Terrifying Twist

Paola Santiago and the Sanctuary of Shadows by Tehlor Kay Mejia || Mexican Folklore With A Terrifying Twist

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Fantasy     Adventure     Mythology     Diversity     Mexican     LGBTQ+     F/F Romance     Trauma     Generational Trauma     Character Death     Perfect for readers who want: Fantasy featuring Mexican Folklore Fans of other Rick Riordan Presents series. […]

Harley James and the Mystery of the Mayan Kings by Leah Cupps || Mayan-Centered Mystery

Harley James and the Mystery of the Mayan Kings by Leah Cupps || Mayan-Centered Mystery

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Adventure     Mystery     Mythology     Diversity     Guatemalan     Mayan     Perfect for readers who want: Easy chapter book, perfect for reluctant or struggling readers Simple, easy-to-follow plot with an interesting mystery Lots of focus on Mayan culture (Though . . . […]

The Last Fallen Moon by Graci Kim || Portal Fantasy With Korean Mythology

The Last Fallen Moon by Graci Kim || Portal Fantasy With Korean Mythology

Content Tags: Middle Grade     Fantasy     Portal Fantasy     Adventure     Mythology     Family Bonds     LGBTQ+     M/M Relationship     Diversity     Korean     Perfect for readers who want: Portal fantasy into an afterlife type world Lots of Korean mythology and culture Super […]

Bravely by Maggie Stiefvater || A Dark Disney Fairy Tale

Bravely by Maggie Stiefvater || A Dark Disney Fairy Tale

Content Tags: Young Adult     Fantasy     Historical     Retelling     Mythology     Family Bonds     Enemies-to-Lovers     Ill-Fated Love     Character Death     Perfect for readers who want: A retelling of a beloved Disney classic, Brave An expansion of a familiar story that delves deeper […]