I often have parents asking me what their child should read after completing Harry Potter. Yes, Harry Potter requires significant commitment and the child is usually looking to read books in the magic/fantasy genre once they are done with the boy wizard books.
Bookmark this post for some amazing books from this genre from the Indian children’s literature world.
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When Fairyland Lost Its Magic
By Bijal Vachharajani and Rajiv Eipe
What will happen to our fairytales if Red Riding Hood has no woods to skip through or if Sleeping Beauty couldn’t sleep because of climate-induced anxiety? Read this fascinating tale where fairyland’s finest band together to tackle climate change! Perfect for readers 10+
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Maithili and the Minotaur series
By CG Salamander and Rajiv Eipe
A graphic novel series featuring Maithili, an outcast in the world of Minotaurs, ghouls and other magical creatures. Join Maithili and her friends as they visit magical islands, battle monsters, and test the limits of their friendship! Perfect for readers 10+. Buy Book 1, Book 2, Book 3, Book 4
From Makaras to Manticores
By CG Salamander and Sheena Devaiah
If your child is fascinated by fantastic creatures, this is the perfect book series! Read Thomas Iravathur’s journey as he documents 100 mythical creatures from around India! Perfect for readers 10+ Buy here
The Turning
By Shannaaya Chopra
Kiara Sharma is on the cusp of her 18th birthday but what awaits her is beyond her wildest imagination.Under a full moon Kiara turns into a red-eyed Katrol, a fierce werewolf. Her life changes as she moves to Ordenia, meets her mother, and learns truths about herself that will stretch her willpower to the limit. Perfect for readers 13+ Buy here
The Forestborns
By Vardhini Amin
Siah a young tree fairy embarks on a bold mission to save her forest. She crosses paths with Avni, a young girl who finds peace in nature. As their worlds meet, the two brave heroines must fulfill their quest to restore peace to their worlds. Perfect for readers 12+. Buy here
City of Stolen Magic
By Nazneen Ahmed Pathak and Sandhya Prabhat
Chompa is born with powerful and dangerous mahic but her mother has always forbidden her from using it without learning the fundamentals. But when her mother is captured, Chompa must leave her home and travel to faraway England to find her. Along the way she learns about her family history and the power of her magic. Perfect for readers 12+. Buy here
The Divining Thread
By Anjum N Choudhury
Fixated with fashion? Join Zarene as her obsession with a ghagra and the quest to find its dressmaker takes her to faraway lands and mystical experiences. Has her obsession led her down the wrong path? Perfect for readers 12+ Buy here