Fantasy, Sci-fi and magic (Tamariki).

Bored with real life? Take a trip to mystical worlds of Fantasy, Sci-fi and magic themed books listed in this genre guide. From The Chronicles of Prydain , The Dark is Rising and Harry Potter, you'll be spoiled for choice where you'll never want to come back.


Updated August 20, 2024
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The book of three
Alexander, Lloyd
Paper Book
Henry Holt Books for Young Readers is proud to publish this 50th Anniversary Edition of Lloyd Alexander's classic The Book of Three, the first book in the Chronicles of Prydain, with a new introduction by Newbery Honor-winner Shannon Hale. This anniversary edition is filled with bonus...
The castle of Llyr
Alexander, Lloyd
Paper Book
Henry Holt Books for Young Readers is proud to publish this 50th Anniversary Edition of Lloyd Alexander's classic The Castle of Llyr, the third book in the Chronicles of Prydain. Whether readers are already familiar with the series or new to it, they won't be able to resist this beautiful...
The high king
Alexander, Lloyd
Paper Book
This is the 50th Anniversary Edition of Lloyd Alexander's classic The High King, the final book in the Chronicles of Prydain. Whether readers are already familiar with the series or new to it, they won't be able to resist this beautiful special edition filled with bonus material and a new...
The High King
Alexander, Lloyd.
Paper Book
This is the 50th Anniversary Edition of Lloyd Alexander's classic The High King, the final book in the Chronicles of Prydain. Whether readers are already familiar with the series or new to it, they won't be able to resist this beautiful special edition filled with bonus material and a new...
Taran Wanderer
Alexander, Lloyd.
Paper Book
Taran Wanderer, the fourth book in Lloyd Alexander's The Chronicles of Prydain Taran is an Assistant Pig-Keeper no longer--he has become a hero. Now he dreams of winning the hand of Princess Eilonwy, but how can someone who has spent his whole life caring for a pig hope to...
Flunked
Calonita, Jen
Paper Book
Dive into book one of the best selling Fairy Tale Reform School series, from award-winning author Jen Calonita! What happens to the villains after happily ever after? 12 year old Gilly isn't so sure that she needs reforming for the (former) villains in Enchantasia... Gilly wouldn't call...
The storm runner
Cervantes, Jennifer
Paper Book
Zane would much rather explore the dormant volcano near his home in New Mexico than go to school with kids who bully him for his limp. But what Zane doesn't know is that the volcano is a gateway to another world, a world he's thrust into with his dog, Rosie, and the new girl at school, Brooks -...
Secrets and shadows
Chick, Bryan.
Paper Book
"We will need you as Crossers, and we will need you not only to be brave--but to be fearless." Mr. Darby paused, giving the scouts time to digest his words. Then he continued. "I want you to think before answering. Can you accept this challenge" Only weeks after their return...
Eoin Colfer's Artemis Fowl
Colfer, Eoin.
Paper Book
The internationally best-selling novel by Eoin Colfer, now a movie on Disney+, is available as a full-color graphic novel with all-new text and artwork .In 2001, audiences first met and fell in love with a twelve-year-old criminal...
The dark is rising
Cooper, Susan
Paper Book
On the Midwinter Day that is his eleventh birthday, Will Stanton discovers a special gift -- that he is the last of the Old Ones, immortals dedicated to keeping the world from domination by the forces of evil, the Dark. And for the twelve days of Christmas, while the Dark is rising, life for Will is...
Over sea, under stone
Cooper, Susan
Paper Book
On holiday in Cornwall, Simon, Jane and Barney Drew discover an ancient map in the attic of the Grey House, where they are staying with their mysterious Great-Uncle Merry. They know immediately that it is special. But it is much more than just a map. It is the start of a quest to find a grail, a...
Cosmic : it's one giant leap for all boy-kind
Cottrell Boyce, Frank
Paper Book
The magician's elephant
DiCamillo, Kate.
Paper Book
Kate DiCamillo conjures a haunting fable about trusting the unexpected and making the extraordinary come true. What if? Why not? Could it be? When a fortuneteller's tent appears in the market square of the city of Baltese, orphan Peter Augustus Duchene knows the...
A wrinkle in time
L'Engle, Madeleine
Paper Book
Fifty years ago, Madeleine L'Engle introduced the world to A Wrinkle in Time and the wonderful and unforgettable characters Meg and Charles Wallace Murry, and their friend Calvin O'Keefe. When the children learn that Mr. Murry has been captured by the Dark Thing, they time travel to...
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
Fleming, Ian
Paper Book
Ian Fleming's beloved original text -- illustrated by Joe Berger! "Crackpot" is what everybody calls the Pott family. So when they go to buy a new car and come back with a wreck, nobody is surprised. Except for the Potts themselves. First, the car has a name. And she tells them...
Dragon rider
Funke, Cornelia
Paper Book
Firedrake, a young dragon, receives a frightening warning one night: Humans are planning to destroy the valley in which he lives! All the dragons must flee. Their only refuge is a place above the clouds called the Rim of Heaven --- which may not even exist. Firedrake boldly volunteers to go ahead...
Inkheart
Funke, Cornelia
Paper Book
From internationally acclaimed storyteller Cornelia Funke, this bestselling, magical epic is now being reissued with a brand new cover in anticipation of the long-awaited fourth book in the series. One cruel night, Meggie's father reads aloud from a book called INKHEART-- and an evil ruler escapes...
Coraline
Gaiman, Neil
Paper Book
New York Times bestselling and Newbery Medal-winning author Neil Gaiman's modern classic, Coraline--also an Academy Award-nominated film "Coraline discovered the door a little while after they moved into the house...." When Coraline steps through a door to find another...
The weirdstone of Brisingamen : a tale of Alderley
Garner, Alan
Audiobook
'The heart of the magic was sealed with Firefrost, the Weirdstone of Brisingamen ... should Nastrond destroy the stone, then the magic will die away.' When Colin and Susan are pursued by eerie creatures across Alderley Edge, the Wizard – Cadellin Silverbrow – takes them to safety deep in...
The iron man
Hughes, Ted
Paper Book
A mysterious creature stalks the land, eating barbed wire and devouring tractors and plows. The farmers are mystified - and afraid. And then they glimpse him in the night: the Iron Giant, taller than a house, with glowing headlight eyes and an insatiable taste for metal. Where has he come from?...
Howl's moving castle
Jones, Diana Wynne
Paper Book
This entrancing classic fantasy novel is filled with surprises at every turn. An international bestseller, this much-loved book is the source for the Academy Award nominee for Best Animated Feature. Sophie has the great misfortune of being the eldest of three daughters, destined to...
Castle in the air
Jones, Diana Wynne.
Paper Book
A magical Arabian Nights tale from the captivating creator of fantasy, Diana Wynne Jones. The dazzling sequel to Howl's Moving Castle. Far to the south in the Land of Ingary, lives a young carpet merchant called Abdullah. In his dreams, he is the long-lost son of a great prince. This...
House of many ways
Jones, Diana Wynne.
Paper Book
A chaotically magical sequel to Howl's Moving Castle. Charmain Baker is in over her head. Looking after Great Uncle William's tiny cottage while he's ill should have been easy, but Great Uncle William is better known as the Royal Wizard Norland and his house bends space and time. Its...
Skulduggery Pleasant
Landy, Derek.
Paper Book
Meet the great Skulduggery Pleasant: wise-cracking detective, powerful magician, master of dirty tricks and burglary (in the name of the greater good, of course). Oh yeah. And dead. Then there's his sidekick, Stephanie. She's... well, she's a...
Fablehaven
Mull, Brandon
Paper Book
Brandon Mull's New York Times bestselling series about siblings Seth and Kendra who discover their grandparents are the caretakers of a sanctuary for magical creatures! For centuries mystical creatures of all description were gathered into a hidden refuge called Fablehaven...
The worst witch
Murphy, Jill
Paper Book
The Worst Witch written and illustrated by Jill Murphy is reissued with an exciting TV tie-in cover to accompany the new CBBC series in Spring 2017.The highly anticipated CBBC series stars Bella Ramsey (Game of Thrones) as Mildred, Clare Higgins (Doctor Who) as Miss Cackle and...
Bridge to Terabithia
Paterson, Katherine.
Paper Book
The fortieth anniversary edition of the classic Newbery Award-winning title by beloved author Katherine Paterson, with brand-new bonus materials including an author's note by Katherine herself, and a foreword by New York Times bestselling author Kate DiCamillo.  Jess Aarons has...
The hidden oracle
Riordan, Rick
Paper Book
Favorite Greek and Roman demigods return in a new five-book adventure quest with a fresh twist: they're helping Apollo regain his immortal status. "A clash of mythic intrigues and centuries of pop culture to thrill die-hard and new fans alike."--...
The house of Hades
Riordan, Rick
Paper Book
At the conclusion of The Mark of Athena, Annabeth and Percy tumble into a pit leading straight to the Underworld. The other five demigods have to put aside their grief and follow Percy's instructions to find the mortal side of the Doors of Death. If they can fight their way through the Gaea's...
The lightning thief
Riordan, Rick
Paper Book
The #1 New York Times Bestseller | Now a series on Disney+ 12-year-old Percy Jackson discovers he is the son of Poseidon in the opener to the hilarious, fast-paced adventure fantasy series for young readers ages 10 and up The paperback edition of the...
Magnus Chase and the hammer of Thor
Riordan, Rick
Paper Book
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLING AUTHOR The second installment in Rick Riordan's blockbuster Norse mythology series has Magnus and friends helping the god of thunder find his missing weapon before all Muspellheim breaks loose. ...
The red pyramid
Riordan, Rick
Paper Book
The bestselling author of Percy Jackson and the Olympians takes on ancient Egypt in the first book of a trilogy that offers a modern-day portal into a rich fantastical world of ancient myth. "Fans of the Riordan magic--equal parts danger, myth, and...
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
Rowling, J. K
Paper Book
This special edition of HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS has a gorgeous new cover illustration by Kazu Kibuishi. Inside is the full text of the original novel, with decorations by Mary GrandPré.We now present the seventh and final installment in the epic tale of Harry Potter.
Harry Potter and the goblet of fire
Rowling, J. K
Paper Book
The Triwizard Tournament is to be held at Hogwarts. Only wizards who are over seventeen are allowed to enter - but that doesn't stop Harry dreaming that he will win the competition. Then at Hallowe'en, when the Goblet of Fire makes its selection, Harry is amazed to find his name is one of those...
Harry Potter and the half-blood prince
Rowling, J. K
Paper Book
This special edition of HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF-BLOOD PRINCE has a gorgeous new cover illustration by Kazu Kibuishi. Inside is the full text of the original novel, with decorations by Mary GrandPré.The war against Voldemort is not going well; even Muggle governments are noticing. Ron scans...
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Rowling, J. K
Paper Book
Dark times have come to Hogwarts. After the Dementors' attack on his cousin Dudley, Harry Potter knows that Voldemort will stop at nothing to find him. There are many who deny the Dark Lord's return, but Harry is not alone: a secret order gathers at Grimmauld Place to fight against the Dark...
Harry Potter and the philosopher's stone
Rowling, J. K
Paper Book
Harry Potter has no idea how famous he is. That's because he's being raised by his miserable muggle aunt and uncle who are terrified Harry will learn that he's a wizard, just as his parents were. But everything changes when Harry is summoned to attend an infamous school for wizards and he begins to...
Harry Potter and the prisoner of Azkaban
Rowling, J. K
Paper Book
This special edition of HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN has a gorgeous new cover illustrated by Kazu Kibuishi. Inside is the full text of the original novel, with decorations by Mary GrandPreFor twelve long years, the dread fortress of Azkaban held an infamous prisoner named Sirius...
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Rowling, J. K.
Paper Book
This special edition of HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS has a gorgeous new cover illustration by Kazu Kibuishi. Inside is the full text of the original novel, with decorations by Mary GrandPreThe Dursleys were so mean and hideous that summer that all Harry Potter wanted was to get back...
The lost heir
Sutherland, Tui
Paper Book
The #1 bestselling Wings of Fire series soars underwater, where danger and destiny await the dragonets! The lost heir to the SeaWing throne is going home at last. She can't believe it's finally happening: Tsunami and her fellow dragonets of destiny are journeying under the water to...
The thief
Turner, Megan Whalen.
Paper Book
Discover and rediscover the world of the Queen's Thief, from the acclaimed novel The Thief to the thrilling, twenty-years-in-the-making conclusion, The Return of the Thief. The epic novels set in the world of the Queen's Thief can be read in any order. New York Times...
Dealing with dragons
Wrede, Patricia C.
Paper Book
Cimorene is everything a princess isnotsupposed to be: headstrong, tomboyish, smart. . . . And bored. So bored that she runs away to live with a dragon . . . and finds the family and excitement she's been looking for.

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