Beyond the Borders of Narnia
If your teen or tween devoured the Chronicles of Narnia series (or loved the movie), keep him reading with these titles recommended by The Young Adult Services Association, a division of the American Library Association. All offer a trip to a fantastical new world.
Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass by Lewis Carroll
Fall down the rabbit hole into a most curious land of exuberant nonsense. Learn more.
Fall down the rabbit hole into a most curious land of exuberant nonsense. Learn more.
The Children of the Red King Series by Jenny Nimmo
Say hello to Charlie Bone, a wizard-in-training who must use his magical gift, intelligence, and a whole lot of determination in these coming-of-age books.
The Chronicles of Chrestomanci by Diana Wynne Jones
Astonish your senses with these multifaceted tales starring an enchanter with nine lives, navigating 12 parallel universes.
The Chronicles of Prydain by Lloyd Alexander
Discover these imaginative stories populated with memorable characters. Includes two books with Newbery accolades: The Black Cauldron and The High King.
The Dark Is Rising Sequence by Susan Cooper
This Newbery Award-winning series has it all: imaginative writing, a fantasy setting, and a sweeping conflict between good and evil.
The Earthsea Series by Ursula Le Guin
Read and reread these award-winning books filled with profound ideas and told with impeccable grace.
The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings Saga by J. R. R. Tolkien
Hobnob with hobbits in these lush, influential books that set the standard for fantasy novels and inspired the epic films.
Inkheart by Cornelia Funke
Prepare to be dazzled by this action-packed book about the blurred line between fiction and real life. Learn more.
Inkspell by Cornelia Funke
The magic and thrills continue in this spellbinding sequel to Inkheart. Learn more.
The Keys to the Kingdom Series by Garth Nix
A mesmerizing series featuring 7th-grader Arthur Penhaligon as an unlikely hero in a sinister realm.
The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster
Drive into this classic land of wacky words and complex conundrums. Learn more.
The Sabriel-Lirael-Abhorsen Trilogy by Garth Nix
Juggle themes like war, peace, technology, and magic in these imaginative and finely detailed books.
The Spiderwick Chronicles by Holly Black, illustrated by Tony DiTerlizzi
Thanks to the book left behind by Arthur Spiderwick, life for the Grace children is more unpredictable than ever.
The Underland Chronicles by Suzanne Collins
Descend into Underland with a boy who encounters giant rats, translucent-skinned humans, and a whole lot of exhilarating danger
11/29/06
