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Spellbinding Fantasy Adventures I Love
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items Step into worlds of wonder, where dragons soar, ancient prophecies unfold, and heroes rise from the unlikeliest places. This curated list of fantasy books spans classic epics, magical coming-of-age tales, and powerful retellings—from the misty shores...
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Robin McKinley
Inheritance Cycle
Harry Potter Series
His Dark Materials
Inkheart Series
Game of Thrones
Robin McKinley
Robin McKinley’s novels are beautifully written reimaginings of classic tales and original stories filled with quiet strength, deep emotion, and lyrical prose. McKinley’s heroines are courageous, complex, and unforgettable. Perfect for readers who lo...
It’s a lovely version of Beauty that I’ve enjoyed reading over and over again.
Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast
A lovely retelling of the story of Sleeping Beauty as you've never heard it before
Spindle's End|Paperback
Inheritance Cycle
A young dragon rider’s epic journey. Big, classic-style fantasy for fans who want to grow up from Narnia and dive deeper.
A farm boy finds a dragon egg and is thrust into a rebellion against a tyrannical empire. The journey of a Rider begins.
Eragon (Inheritance Cycle #1)|Paperback
Training in elven lands, Eragon must learn magic, battle skills, and the weight of destiny as war brews.The second book in the Inheritance Cycle books
Eldest (Inheritance Cycle #2)|Paperback
Secrets come to light and bonds are tested as Eragon fights for justice—and prepares for his greatest challenge yet.
Brisingr (Inheritance Cycle #3)|Paperback
The fate of Alagaësia hinges on the final confrontation between Rider and King. Every choice matters.
Inheritance (Inheritance Cycle #4)|Paperback
A boxed set of the Inheritance Cycle Books
The Inheritance Cycle 4-Book Trade Paperback Boxed Set: Eragon; Eldest; Brisingr; Inheritance|Paperback
Harry Potter Series
A modern classic for a reason—school of magic, chosen one, growing up amidst spells and secrets.
A great collection of the Harry Potter books
Harry Potter Books 1-7 Special Edition Boxed Set|Paperback
Harry discovers he’s a wizard and begins his magical education at Hogwarts—where secrets and danger await.
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Harry Potter Series #1)|Paperback
Dark whispers echo through Hogwarts as a hidden chamber is opened and students begin to fall.Second Book of the Harry Potter Series
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (Harry Potter Series Book #2)|Paperback
A dangerous fugitive escapes—and Harry uncovers chilling truths about his past and his parents’ fate.
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (Harry Potter Series Book #3)|Paperback
When Harry is entered into a deadly tournament, he faces dragons, mermaids, and the terrifying return of Voldemort.
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (Harry Potter Series Book #4)|Paperback
As Voldemort’s power grows, Harry struggles with anger, loss, and the resistance forming in secret.
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Harry Potter Series Book #5)|Paperback
Secrets are revealed, alliances shift, and the road to war is paved with love and betrayal.
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Harry Potter Series Book #6)|Paperback
The final battle begins. Harry and his friends leave Hogwarts to hunt Horcruxes and face their destiny.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Harry Potter Series Book #7)|Paperback
His Dark Materials
In a world where souls live outside the body as animal companions, a young girl uncovers a cosmic conspiracy that spans parallel universes. Deeply philosophical, thrilling, and full of wonder.
The thrilling adventures of Lyra and Will. A wonderful Young Adult Fantasy Series
His Dark Materials
Lyra journeys north to rescue missing children—and uncovers a dark experiment at the edge of the world.
The Golden Compass (His Dark Materials Series #1)|Paperback
As the cosmic conflict escalates, love, loss, and truth lead Lyra and Will to a heartbreaking decision that changes everything.
The Subtle Knife (His Dark Materials Series #2)|Paperback
A boy from our world and Lyra discover a knife that can cut between worlds—and a war that could destroy them all.
The Amber Spyglass (His Dark Materials Series #3)|Paperback
Inkheart Series
A girl discovers the power to bring book characters to life. A love letter to readers and storytellers.
When Meggie’s father reads characters out of books into the real world, she’s swept into a tale where words can be deadly.
Inkheart (Inkheart Trilogy Series #1)|Paperback
The story continues inside the Inkworld, where magic is real, danger is everywhere, and love has consequences.
Inkspell (Inkheart Trilogy Series #2)|Paperback
The final book in the Inkheart Trilogy Series
Inkdeath (Inkheart Trilogy Series #3)|Paperback
Game of Thrones
A gritty and sprawling epic of power, betrayal, and survival where noble houses clash for control of the Iron Throne. Rich in political intrigue, shocking twists, and unforgettable characters.
Noble families clash in a brutal fight for the Iron Throne, while an ancient danger stirs in the frozen North. Intrigue, betrayal, and honor collide in a gritty world where no one is safe.
A Game of Thrones (A Song of Ice and Fire #1)|Paperback
As war sweeps across the Seven Kingdoms, five kings rise to stake their claim. Magic returns, alliances shift, and the price of power becomes ever more deadly.
A Clash of Kings (A Song of Ice and Fire #2)|Paperback
Betrayals deepen and destinies unravel in the bloodiest, most shocking installment yet. Old oaths are broken—and some of the most iconic moments of the series unfold.
A Storm of Swords (A Song of Ice and Fire #3)|Paperback
The war slows, but the game of thrones never ends. Political maneuvering takes center stage as new power players emerge from the chaos.
A Feast for Crows (A Song of Ice and Fire #4)|Paperback
While Westeros heals, new threats arise. Across the sea and beyond the Wall, dragons, queens, and outcasts rise to shape the future.
A Dance with Dragons (A Song of Ice and Fire #5)|Paperback
Lord of the Rings Series
An epic quest to destroy a powerful ring that could doom the world, led by a humble hobbit and a fellowship of heroes. The cornerstone of modern fantasy—timeless, mythic, and deeply moving.
A simple hobbit is entrusted with a powerful ring—and must set out with a band of companions to destroy it before it falls into evil hands.
The Fellowship of the Ring (The Lord of the Rings, Part 1)|Paperback
As the Fellowship is split, heroes face war, treachery, and ancient powers in their quest to defeat Sauron.
The Two Towers (Lord of the Rings Part 2)|Paperback
Armies gather, battles rage, and the fate of Middle-earth hangs in the balance as Frodo nears Mount Doom.
The Return of the King (Lord of the Rings Part 3)|Paperback
Boxed Set of The Lord of the Rings Series
The Lord of the Rings 3-Book Paperback Box Set|Paperback
Chronicles of Narnia
Timeless portal fantasy with deep allegorical themes and rich world-building.
All 7 Books of the Chronicles of Narnia in 1 book
The Chronicles of Narnia (7 Books in 1)|Paperback
A classic series about the Chronicles of Narnia in a boxed set
The Chronicles of Narnia Box Set|Paperback
First Book in the Chronicles of Narnia series
The Magician's Nephew (Chronicles of Narnia Series #1)|Paperback
Second Book in the Chronicles of Narnia Series
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (Chronicles of Narnia Series #2)|Paperback
Third Book in the Chronicles of Narnia Series
The Horse and His Boy|Paperback
Fourth Book in the Chronicles of Narnia Series
Prince Caspian (Chronicles of Narnia Series #4)|Paperback
Fifth Book in the Chronicles of Narnia Series
The Voyage of the Dawn Treader (Chronicles of Narnia Series #5)|Paperback
Sixth Book in the Chronicles of Narnia Series
The Silver Chair|Paperback
Seventh Book in the Chronicles of Narnia Series
The Last Battle|Paperback
Shadow and Bone Series
In a Russian-inspired world divided by a sea of shadow, a young soldier discovers a hidden power that could save—or destroy—her war-torn country. Fast-paced and romantic with a rich magical system.
Alina discovers a rare power that could save her war-torn country—but only if she survives court politics and the mysterious Darkling.
Shadow and Bone (Shadow and Bone Trilogy #1)|Paperback
As Alina flees from darkness, new allies and enemies emerge—and her choices shape the fate of Ravka.
Siege and Storm (Shadow and Bone Trilogy #2)|Paperback
In the final battle, Alina must decide who she truly is—and what she’s willing to sacrifice to save her world.
Ruin and Rising (Shadow and Bone Trilogy #3)|Paperback
Amber Series
A reality-bending saga about royal siblings battling across worlds for the throne of Amber—the one true world from which all others are mere shadows. A mix of noir, metaphysics, and multiverse intrigue.
A great fantasy series with all 10 books set in Amber
The Chronicles of Amber
The Dark is Rising
British mythology, good vs. evil, and a quiet kind of magic. Perfect for fans of Narnia and Arthurian legends.
Three siblings find a mysterious map that sets them on a quest for an ancient artifact in a battle between Light and Dark.
Over Sea, under Stone (The Dark Is Rising Sequence #1)|Paperback
On his eleventh birthday, Will discovers he’s an Old One—destined to fight the forces of darkness in a timeless war.
The Dark Is Rising (The Dark Is Rising Sequence #2)|Paperback
Marion Zimmer Bradley
Bradley’s Avalon books reimagine the legends of King Arthur through the eyes of the women who shaped the fate of Britain—priestesses, queens, and seers caught between the fading magic of the old ways and the rise of a new religion. Rooted in myth, my...
The most well-known entry in the series, this sweeping retelling of the Arthurian legend centers Morgaine (Morgan le Fay) as a powerful priestess struggling to preserve the ways of Avalon amid the rise of Christianity. A rich, feminist epic that recl...
The Mists of Avalon
Set during the Roman occupation of Britain, this prequel to The Mists of Avalon follows a young priestess torn between her calling to the Goddess and her forbidden love for a Roman soldier. A tale of resistance, faith, and the roots of the Druidic tr...
The Forest House (Avalon Series #2)|Paperback
This novel tells the story of Helena, a priestess of Avalon who becomes the mother of Constantine the Great. Bridging the mystical and the historical, it explores themes of identity, motherhood, and spiritual transformation.
Priestess of Avalon (Avalon Series #4)|Paperback
Spanning three generations of priestesses, this book traces the evolving power of Avalon and the sacred line of High Priestesses who protect its mysteries. A deeply spiritual look at duty, destiny, and the tensions between personal love and sacred se...
Lady of Avalon (Avalon Series #3)|Paperback