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Category Archives: Fantasy
The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna
If you’re in the mood for a comfortingly cozy yet witchy (and witty) story, take a look at Sangu Mandanna’s debut adult book! Continue reading
Posted in Adult, books, Fantasy, Print, Romance
Tagged contemporary fantasy, England, fantasy romance, South Asian, witches
5 Comments
Terrifying Monsters: Let the Monster Out and Secret of the Shadow Beasts
Here are two books for the fall season, where two group of kids must fight very different monsters in very different ways. Continue reading
Posted in books, Fantasy, Middle Grade, Print, Reviews
Tagged #Cybils2022, Canada, Chad Lucas, Diane Magras, monsters, Nova Scotia, video games, youth fantasy
3 Comments
Mysterious Travelers: Prince of Nowhere and the Lock-Eater
Here are two 2022 middle grade fantasy books, both with characters named Traveler and automata, as well as other cool things like dragons, griffins, and time travel. Continue reading
Posted in Fantasy, Middle Grade, Print, Reviews
Tagged automata, Cybils, LGBTQ, orphans, time travel, youth fantasy
13 Comments
Alliana, Girl of Dragons by Julie Abe
I was eagerly awaiting this origin story of Eva’s mother’s best friend, Queen Alliana – especially since it includes dragons. Continue reading
Posted in books, Fantasy, Middle Grade, Print
Tagged dragons, orphans, witches, youth fantasy
5 Comments
Magical Schools: Wildseed Witch and Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun
Here are two exciting new magical school books, both with kids at all-Black schools, one drawing on Louisiana’s Black history and one set in a futuristic Nigeria. Continue reading
Posted in Audiobook, Fantasy, Middle Grade, Print, Sci-Fi
Tagged African-American, Louisiana, magical schools, Nigeria, youth fantasy, youth science fiction
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A Taste of Magic by J. Elle
Here’s a sparkling and delicious new story of a 12-year-old learning magic, baking and other secrets in her inner city neighborhood magic academy. Continue reading
Posted in books, Fantasy, Middle Grade, Print
Tagged African-American, J. Elle, magical baking, magical schools, youth fantasy
6 Comments
Castle of Tangled Magic by Sophie Anderson
What happens when a girl, a fox spirit, and a cranky witch team up to save a magical castle? Continue reading
Posted in books, Fantasy, Middle Grade, Print
Tagged castles, cats, foxes, Russian folklore, youth fantasy
1 Comment
Fenris and Mott by Greg van Eekhout
Who doesn’t want to read a fast-paced middle grade fantasy combining Norse mythology with magical puppy mayhem? Continue reading
Posted in books, Fantasy, Middle Grade, Print
Tagged California, dogs, environment, Norse mythology, youth fantasy
5 Comments
Every Bird a Prince by Jenn Reese
The shifting landscape of seventh grade combines with the unseen magical battles in the nearby woods. Continue reading
Posted in Fantasy, Middle Grade, Print, Reviews
Tagged birds, contemporary fantasy, kids on bikes, LGBTQ, youth fantasy
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#MGReadathon Finish Line
Here’s my wrap-up, with reviews of It’s the End of the World and I’m in My Bathing Suit and Valentina Salazar is NOT a Monster Hunter. Continue reading
Posted in Audiobook, books, Challenges, Fantasy, Middle Grade, Print, Realistic
Tagged #MGReadathon, ADHD, African-American, homeschooling, Latino/a, Latinx, New York, Ohio, post-apocalyptic, youth fantasy
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