Everything is so noisy these days, so sometimes kids (and adults) need a good book or five to take them away from the noise. A book with a great story and magical events, but not a lot of action or serious situations. Welcome to the world of cool fantasy!
Here are five low-risk fantasies of gentle magic that are full of entertainment, and focus more on characters and emotions. They’re fun for any age! is also classic howl’s Moving Castle By Diana Wynne Jones. And if you or your little reader enjoys graphic novels, I highly recommend Tea Dragon Society Of. by O’Neill and Wizkit: An Adventure Overdue By Tanya J Scott!
Eva Evergreen, half-magical witch by Julie Abe
Eve Evergreen wants nothing more than to become a novice witch, but she doesn’t have enough magic to pass the test. But that doesn’t stop Eva from trying, flying around her town, moving to a small town and using her magic to do good deeds and help her neighbors. It is perfect for fans of Kiki’s Delivery Service!
a spoonful of time by Flora Ahn
Maya’s grandmother, Halmuni, is an amazing cook and loves sharing stories from her childhood as they enjoy her delicious food. But recently, Helmuni’s memory isn’t what it used to be. Then one day, Maya and her grandmother are transported back in time by Halmuni’s delicious food, and Maya gets to see her grandmother’s stories.
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demon and orphan By Kelly Barnhill
This is a book about kindness from a Newbery Medal-winning author the girl who drank the moon. In a failing town with a corrupt mayor, a group of children from an orphan home befriend the ogre, who is blamed for all the town’s evil. But the children know the truth about the gentle giant – he is not to blame for what happened. Instead, the kids work together to expose the mayor as the real problem.
catwings Ursula K. by Le Guin
Renowned SFF author Ursula K. Le Guin’s Catwings series didn’t get the love it deserved! It is about Mrs. Jane Tabby’s four kittens – Thelma, Roger, James and Harriet – who were born with the ability to fly. And as they explore the world around them they start getting into all kinds of mischief.
The story of the magician Gamluk by Adam Rex
And finally, this story is about a cute little magician, a “Bumbling Noodlehead” named Gumluck. With the help of his friends, a ghost suffering from amnesia and a talking crow, he hopes to achieve his dream of becoming a hero.
Okay, Star Bitches, now take the knowledge you’ve learned here today and use it for good, not evil. If you want to learn more about books, I talk about books nonstop (when I’m not reading them), and you can hear me saying lots of adjectives about them on the Book Riot Podcast. All the books! and on Instagram.
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