Books About Magic

Last updated: September 12, 2025

Harry Potter isn't the only fictional young wizard out there learning spells and fighting off evil. These fun fantasy books introduce fans of magic-themed stories to other memorable heroes -- human and otherwise -- and their very special powers. For more exciting, otherworldy reads, check out our Fantasy Books for Kids and Science Fiction Books.

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Ten Little Rabbits book cover: Boy magician pulls two rabbits out of his hat

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Ten Little Rabbits

age 3+

Simple counting book a nice surprise from the late Sendak.

Maurice Sendak Picture Book (2024)

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Growing Home book cover: A frowning goldfish wearing a hat swimming above a potted ivy plant that's smiling

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Growing Home

age 6+

Charming, engaging book has magical twist on friendship.

Beth Ferry Fantasy (2025)

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Half Magic: Tales of Magic, Book 1

age 7+

Delightful, charming classic has adventure, humor, heart.

Edward Eager Fantasy (1999)

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The Worst Witch at School

age 7+

Too young for Harry? Try this fun witch series.

Jill Murphy Adventure (2007)

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A Snicker of Magic

age 8+

Kids try to find town's lost magic in beguiling tale.

Natalie Lloyd Fantasy (2014)

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A Tale of Highly Unusual Magic

age 8+

History, magic, foreign travel in exciting tween adventure.

Lisa Papademetriou Fantasy (2015)

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Black teen girl with magic wand and swirls of glitter

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A Taste of Magic

age 8+

Novice witch learns to control her magic in funny novel.

J. Elle Fantasy (2022)

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Amari and the Despicable Wonders book cover: Black girl shoots lightning from palms; other kids stand behind her

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Amari and the Despicable Wonders: Supernatural Investigations, Book 3

age 8+

Girl loses powers, finds resilience in inspiring third book.

B.B. Alston Fantasy (2024)

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Amir and the Jinn Princess book cover: Pakistani boy stands in front of a palace, underneath is a green skinned girl

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Amir and the Jinn Princess

age 8+

Magical quest for missing mom leads to a dangerous world.

M.T. Khan Fantasy (2024)

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Best Wish book cover: Girl with blond hair sitting cross-legged on the floor with an open box that has pink light coming out

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Best Wishes (Best Wishes, Book 1)

age 8+

A mysterious bracelet brings surprises in kind story.

Sarah Mlynowski Fantasy (2022)

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Bree Boyd Is a Legend book cover: Black girl in cozy room floats above a rug, juggling books

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Bree Boyd Is a Legend

age 8+

Girl discovers her magic and herself in charming novel.

Leah Johnson Fantasy (2025)

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Granted

age 8+

Grounded fairy learns to let her heart lead in magical tale.

John David Anderson Fantasy (2018)

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Love Sugar Magic: A Dash of Trouble, Book 1

age 8+

Magically sweet story set in Mexican American family bakery.

Anna Meriano Fantasy (2018)

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The Courage of Cat Campbell

age 8+

Appealing tale of would-be witch has laughs, insights.

Natasha Lowe Coming of Age (2015)

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The Familiars

age 8+

Magical animal adventures for kids not ready for Potter.

Adam Jay Epstein , Andrew Jacobson Fantasy (2010)

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The Golden Frog Games book cover: Three tween witches in foreground, magical animals and trees surround them, maze fades in background

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The Golden Frog Games: Witchlings, Book 2

age 8+

Tween friendships tested in absorbing fantasy sequel.

Claribel A. Ortega Fantasy (2023)

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The Last Fallen Star: Gifted Clans, Book 1

age 8+

Magical fantasy romp has awesome Korean American girl lead.

Graci Kim Fantasy (2021)

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The Lifters

age 8+

Quirky fable promotes family, community, teamwork.

Dave Eggers Fantasy (2018)

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The Magic Misfits, Book 1

age 8+

Fast-paced, fun adventure about kid magician finding home.

Neil Patrick Harris Adventure (2017)

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The Sister Switch book cover: Two Black girls standing back-to-back on a sunny street with magic stars flying around them

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The Sister Switch (Best Wishes, Book 2)

age 8+

Magic bracelet shifts siblings' viewpoints in sweet sequel.

Sarah Mlynowski , Debbie Rigaud Fantasy (2024)

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