All books are located in the XF section unless otherwise noted.

* indicates title suitable for younger readers

Alexander, Lloyd. THE BOOK OF THREE

An assistant pig-keeper wants to find adventure and gets more than he bargained for. First in a series.

Baker, E.D. THE FROG PRINCESS

After reluctantly kissing a frog, Princess Emma finds that she has been changed into a frog also and must find a way to reverse the spell. First in a series.

Banks, Lynne Reid. THE INDIAN IN THE CUPBOARD

A nine-year-old boy receives a plastic Indian, a cupboard and a key for his birthday and is astonished when the Indian comes to life in the cupboard. First in a series.

Barry, Dave. PETER AND THE STARCATCHERS

Peter, an orphan, sets sail from England on the ship Never Land, and befriends Molly whose mission is to guard a trunk of magical stardust.

Bell, Hilari. THE GOBLIN WOOD

A young Hedgewitch, an idealistic knight, and an army of clever goblins fight against rulers who are trying to rid the land of all magical creatures.

Cooper, Susan. OVER SEA, UNDER STONE

Three children find an ancient manuscript which takes them on a quest for King Arthur. First in a series.

Coville, Bruce. JEREMY THATCHER, DRAGON HATCHER

Twelve-year-old Jeremy Thatcher unknowingly buys a dragon's egg in an unusual magic shop. One in a series.

*DiTerlizzi, Tony. THE FIELD GUIDE: BOOK ONE OF FIVE

When the Grace children go to stay at their Great Aunt Lucinda's Victorian house, they discover a field guide to fairies and have some unusual experiences. First in a series.

Downer, Ann. HATCHING MAGIC

When a 13th century wizard searches for his pet dragon in modern day Boston, he is followed by a rival wizard and a very unhappy demon. It takes an 11-year-old girl to set things right.

Duane, Diane. SO YOU WANT TO BE A WIZARD?

Thirteen-year-old Nita finds a special library book with instructions on how to become a wizard. First in a series.

*Eager, Edward. KNIGHT’S CASTLE

Four cousins have an extraordinary summer when they find themselves transported back to the days of Robin Hood and Ivanhoe. Also HALF MAGIC and others by the author.

Funke, Cornelia. INKHEART

Twelve-year-old Meggie learns that her father has the ability to “read” fictional characters to life when one of those characters abducts them and tries to destroy all existing copies of the book. Also DRAGON RIDER.

*Gannett, Ruth Stiles. MY FATHER’S DRAGON

A young boy determines to rescue a poor baby dragon who is being used by a group of lazy wild animals to ferry them across the river on Wild Island. First in a series.

Gliori, Debi. PURE DEAD MAGIC

When their father is kidnapped, the Strega-Borgia children, their mysterious new nanny, and a giant tarantula use magic and actual trips through the Internet to bring peace to their Scottish castle. First in a series.

*Gormley, Beatrice. MAIL-ORDER WINGS

Nine-year-old Andrea orders wings through the mail with a guarantee to fly. Incredibly, they work, but there is a frightening side effect.

Haptie, Charlotte. OTTO AND THE FLYING TWINS

Young Otto comes to the rescue when he discovers that his family and their city are the last remnants of an ancient magical world now under threat by the Normal Police.

Ibbotson, Eva. THE SECRET OF PLATFORM 13

Several magical beings travel to London to find the Prince who was kidnapped, but when they find him, he doesn’t seem to recognize them. Also others by this author.

Jones, Diana Wynne. YEAR OF THE GRIFFIN

When Elda, the griffin, arrives for schooling at the Wizards' University, she encounters new friends, pirates, assassins, worry, sabotage, bloodshed, and magic misused. Also others by this author.

Langton, Jane. THE DIAMOND IN THE WINDOW

Eddy and Eleanor Hall discover the magical attic room with its beautiful stained-glass window, abandoned toys, and two perfectly made-up, empty beds that seem to be waiting for someone. First in a series.

*Le Guin, Ursula K. CATWINGS

Four young cats with wings leave the city slums in search of a safe place to live. First in a series.

Levine, Gail Carson. THE PRINCESS TEST

In this retelling of “The Princess and the Pea,” Lorelei must pass many tests to prove that she is a true princess. Also others by the author.

Lewis, C.S. THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE

Four schoolchildren find their way through the back of a wardrobe into the magical land of Narnia and help triumph over the White Witch who has cursed the land with eternal winter. First in a series.

Norton, Mary. THE BORROWERS

The Borrowers, tiny people who live by borrowing things from humans, are forced to emigrate from their home under the clock. First in a series.

Pearce, Philippa. TOM’S MIDNIGHT GARDEN

When the clock strikes 13, Tom slips out into a garden and a new world of friendship and adventure.

Pierce, Tamora. FIRST TEST

Ten-year-old Keladry of Mindalen, daughter of nobles must prove herself if she is ever to fulfil her dream of becoming a knight. First in a series. Also others by the author.

Rowling, J.K. HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER’S STONE

Rescued from the neglect of his aunt and uncle, Harry discovers a whole new world when he attends Hogwarts School, the best school for witchcraft in England. First in a series.

*Scieszka, Jon. KNIGHTS OF THE KITCHEN TABLE

Joe receives a magic book for his birthday and he and his friends are transported to a time when evil knights, fire-breathing dragons and giants roamed the land. One in a series.

Stroud, Jonathan. THE AMULET OF SAMARKAND

Nathaniel, a magician’s apprentice, summons up the djinni Bartimaeus and instructs him to steal the Amulet of Samarkand from a powerful magician. First in a series.

Townley, Rod. THE GREAT GOOD THING

Nothing ever changes inside the storybook kingdom inhabited by twelve-year-old Princess Sylvie, her parents and other characters until Sylvie discovers that she can experience new adventures beyond the confines of the book.

*Vande Velde, Vivian. WIZARD AT WORK

A young wizard, who runs a school for wizards, looks forward to a quiet summer off but is drawn into adventures with princesses, unicorns and ghosts.

Winthrop, Elizabeth. THE CASTLE IN THE ATTIC

A gift of a toy castle and silver knight introduces William to an adventure involving magic and a personal quest. Also THE BATTLE FOR THE CASTLE.

May 2005/eb