Book if You Like Harry Potter

Book if You Like Harry Potter

Well-Known, Hidden Gems, & Newer Books if You Like Harry Potter

If you're looking for book series like Harry Potter, here are some well-known reads alongside some up-and-coming books and hidden gems.

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Hidden Gems & Newer Books if You Like Harry Potter

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  2. Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow by Jessica Townsend

    • A whimsical series about a cursed girl who joins the magical Wundrous Society.

    • Perfect for fans of Harry Potter’s magical competitions and secret societies.

  3. The School for Good and Evil by Soman Chainani

    • A magical school where children are trained to become heroes or villains in fairy tales.

  4. Keeper of the Lost Cities by Shannon Messenger

    • A high-stakes adventure about a telepathic girl who discovers she belongs to a magical world.

  5. The Magisterium Series by Holly Black and Cassandra Clare

    • A darker take on the magical school trope, blending mystery and morally complex characters.

    • Start with The Iron Trial.

  6. The Starless Sea by Erin Morgenstern

    • A dreamy, magical tale about secret libraries, storytelling, and unraveling mysteries.

  7. Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi

    • A West African-inspired fantasy with magic, rebellion, and richly drawn characters.

  8. Inkheart by Cornelia Funke

    • A story about a girl who discovers her father can bring book characters to life by reading aloud.

  9. The Trials of Apollo by Rick Riordan

    • A continuation of the Percy Jackson universe, blending humor and mythology.

  10. Seraphina by Rachel Hartman

  • A beautifully written fantasy about a girl navigating a world of dragons and humans.

Well-Known Books if You Like Harry Potter

  1. Percy Jackson & the Olympians by Rick Riordan

    • A fast-paced series about a modern-day boy who discovers he’s the son of a Greek god.

    • Start with The Lightning Thief.

  2. The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis

    • A classic fantasy series featuring magical lands and epic battles between good and evil.

    • Start with The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.

  3. His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman

    • A darker, thought-provoking series involving parallel worlds and deep philosophical themes.

    • Start with The Golden Compass.

  4. The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien

    • An iconic fantasy series with detailed world-building and legendary adventures.

  5. The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

    • While more dystopian than magical, fans of Harry Potter will appreciate the themes of bravery, friendship, and sacrifice.

Standalone Books if You Like Harry Potter

  • Howl’s Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones

    • A whimsical, romantic tale with eccentric wizards and magical curses.

  • The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern

    • A lushly written standalone about a magical competition held in a mysterious circus.

  • The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman

    • A spooky yet heartwarming story about a boy raised by ghosts in a graveyard.

  • A Darker Shade of Magic by V.E. Schwab

    • A gripping tale of magic, danger, and parallel Londons.

  • The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune

    • A heartfelt, magical story about finding family in unexpected places.

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