Books like Inkheart
30 fantasy books to read after Inkheart, by Funke, Cornelia, the closest match first.
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Inkworld book 2
1. Inkspell
by Funke, Cornelia
- Same series
- Same author
A year after the events of Inkheart, Dustfinger is desperate to go back to the Inkworld, the world of the book, and his apprentice Farid finds a crooked storyteller who...
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Inkworld book 3
2. Inkdeath
by Funke, Cornelia
- Same series
- Same author
As Bluejay--Mo's fictitious double--tries to keep the Book of Immortality from unraveling, Adderhead kidnaps all the children in the kingdom, asking for Bluejay's surrender or the children will be doomed...
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Redwall book 1 Start here
3. Redwall
by Jacques, Brian
- On the same lists
A series of books about the lives and adventures of rodents.
Action, sword fighting and adventures but with the heroes and villains of the tale mice, badgers, and other talking animals. Redwall is a fast-paced action series for kids that’s wonderfully...
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The Kingdoms Of Thorn And Bone book 1 Start here
4. The Briar King
by Keyes, Greg
- On the same lists
Keyes stunned the fantasy community with his phenomenal new high fantasy novel, The Briar King, a few years ago. This guy is a master of the English language. His writing...
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5. Way Of The Wolf
by Knight, E.e.
- On the same lists
Picture a dark, apocalyptic world set in the near future. A world conquered by vampiric aliens, where humans are kept as nothing more than feeding and breeding stock. This is...
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Oath Of Empire book 1 Start here
6. The Shadow Of Ararat
by Harlan, Thomas
- On the same lists
It is 600 AD and Rome has never fallen. The Roman Empire of the East will join the Roman Empire of the West to invade the inimical Persians who threaten...
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7. Black Magician
by Canavan, Trudi
- On the same lists
This is a pretty decent epic fantasy about a street girl-turned magician. Thereâs nothing really new here, but the whole story does make for an entertaining enough read.
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Skinjacker book 1 Start here
8. Everlost
by Shusterman, Neal
- On the same lists
The souls of children (aged 5-15) who die become afterlights and wander the Earth eternally.
The premise of this novel completely redefines the boundaries of young adult fantasy. Told from the perspective of individuals stuck in a 'limbo' between life and death, Shusterman's work is...
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The Last Apprentice / Wardstone Chronicles book 1 Start here
9. Spook's Apprentice
by Delaney, Joseph
- On the same lists
A seventh son is apprenticed to the Spook, who protects the county from witches, ghosts and boggarts.
A fantastic story about a young boy training to be an exorcist in a land where dark things roam the night.One of the best modern children's tales I've read. This...
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10. The Thief Of Always
by Barker, Clive
- On the same lists
A tale for the ages: a young boy, unhappy with his life, desires to live in a place free from any responsibilities. He finds that place through a creepy tunnel...
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Incarceron book 1 Start here
11. Incarceron
by Fisher, Catherine
- On the same lists
One of the more unique tales. It's the story about a young boy trapped in a brutal and mysterious prison, where humans eke out a survival-level existence and are hunted...
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12. Coraline
by Gaiman, Neil
- On the same lists
In this novel a young girl finds a portal to another world, pretty typical. But, the world she finds is worse than her own.
This haunting children's novel follows a young, curious girl named Coraline, who discovers a hidden world inside a locked cupboard in her home. Inside this world, everything is better. Her...
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The Hungry City Chronicles book 1 Start here
13. Mortal Engine
by Reeve, Philip
- On the same lists
A steampunk-esque fantasy tale that follows loosely in the path Rowling trod with Harry Potter, but presents the reader with a completely different setting. Fans of Harry Potter, Artemis Foul,...
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14. Peter Pan
by Barrie, J. M.
- On the same lists
Another classic book that features a story for all ages and genders. Peter Pan, the boy who never grew up. Peter Pan is one of those stories that stays with...
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15. Princess Bride
by Elwes, Cary
- On the same lists
An awesome movie, but an even better book. It’s a delightful book for children and adults too - a true tale for all ages. What’s specifically awesome about this story...
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16. Keys To The Kingdom
by Nix, Garth
- On the same lists
Seven days. Seven keys. Seven virtues. Seven sins. One mysterious house is the doorway to a very mysterious world -- where one boy is about to venture and unlock a...
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Young Wizards book 1 Start here
17. So You Want To Be A Wizard
by Duane, Diane
- On the same lists
A compelling book that touches on a lot of issues that face kids. It’s also a pretty damn exciting story about two kids learning how to be wizards. It’s a...
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18. Where The Wild Things Are
by Sendak, Maurice
- On the same lists
A strong series for kids looking for a bit of adventure fantasy. It’s not deep or particularly complex; it’s not a classic that tries to teach you something grand as...
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Artemis Fowl book 1 Start here
19. Artemis Fowl
by Colfer, Eoin
- On the same lists
Artemis is an unusual protagonist in Juvenile Fantasy because he's an anti-hero—he's rich, spoiled, smart and a criminal mastermind. A thoroughly engaging series with a sly wit.
Amazon Book Description From a strikingly original voice in fiction comes the story of Artemis Fowl, a very unusual hero. Artemis combines the astuteness of Sherlock Holmes with the sangfroid...
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20. Septimus Heap
by Zugy, Angie Sage And Mark
- On the same lists
This one takes place in the fictional city of The Castle which is surrounded by a great wall.The books are light reading and don't take themselves too seriously. A good...
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21. Ranger's Apprentice
by Flanagan, John A.
- On the same lists
A juvenile/young adult series set in a medieval Europe that resembles our own. The story follows an orphan protagonist who seeks to protect the kingdom from evil invaders.
A strong series for kids looking for a bit of adventure fantasy. It's not deep or particularly complex; it's not a classic that tries to teach you something grand as...
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22. The Dark Tower Series
by King, Stephen
- On the same lists
In his self-acclaimed magnum opus, The Dark Tower series, Stephen King has crafted a unique multi-genre tale that blends fantasy with science fiction and Western fiction. Comprised of 8 books,...
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23. The Hunger Games Trilogy
by Collins, Suzanne
- On the same lists
Katniss Everdeen, a 16-year-old girl who competes in a battle to the death.
Suzanne Collins' engaging narrative, while not entirely original, has garnered millions of fans across the globe, proving that The Hunger Games Trilogy has something for adults and children alike. On...
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24. The Mortal Instruments
by Clare, Cassandra
- On the same lists
In The Mortal Instruments, Cassandra Claire takes the stereotypical characters of fantasy and completely reinvents them into a thrilling and immersive fantasy narrative. The Mortal Instruments series follows the life...
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Miss Peregrine's Peculiar Children book 1 Start here
25. Miss Peregrine's Home For Peculiar Children
by Verne, Jules
- On the same lists
Most recently adapted into a chilling, gloomy film by the infamous Tim Burton, Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children is yet another entertaining and engaging young adult novel to recently...
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26. A Million Junes
by Henry, Emily
- On the same lists
The protagonist of Emily Henry's novel, June, is not your typical young adult narrator. June is shockingly funny and more than just a typical female protagonist hung up on her...
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27. Ingo Series
by Dunmore, Helen
- On the same lists
Comprised of five novels, Helen Dunmore's sweet and charming Ingo series is a perfect introduction to young adult fantasy, especially for teenagers. After Sapphire's father vanishes off the coast of...
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28. Fallen Series
by Kate, Lauren
- On the same lists
A story of star-crossed lovers takes an incredible turn in this dark and intense series from Lauren Kate. While this series has been heavily criticized, it is impossible to ignore...
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29. Dear Reader
by O'connell, Mary
- On the same lists
Only being published this year, Mary O'Connell's Dear Reader is a fairly new addition to the young adult fantasy genre. However, don't let that deter you, as O'Connell's novel is...
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The Girl From Everywhere book 1 Start here
30. The Girl From Everywhere
by Heilig, Heidi
- On the same lists
Taking the time travel genre to a whole new level, Heidi Heilig has captivated readers with her magical series, The Girl from Everywhere. This book uses a winning formula of...
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