5 Books Like Harry Potter You Should Read Next

If you grew up reading Harry Potter, you probably know how difficult it is to find another series that gives you the same feeling. The magic, friendships, school life, adventures, and the feeling of discovering a completely different world are what make the series special.

There are many fantasy books with magic and adventure, but some come closer to that feeling than others.

So, if you are looking for books like Harry Potter, here are 5 books worth adding to your reading list.

1. Percy Jackson & the Olympians — Rick Riordan

If you enjoyed the friendship, humour, adventure, and young characters in Harry Potter, Percy Jackson & the Olympians is an easy recommendation.

The story follows Percy Jackson, a teenager who discovers that Greek mythology is actually real and that he is connected to the world of the gods.

Like Harry Potter, the series follows young characters as they discover a hidden world, make friends, face dangerous enemies, and grow throughout the story.

2. The Chronicles of Narnia — C. S. Lewis

The Chronicles of Narnia takes readers into a completely different magical world filled with talking animals, mythical creatures, battles, and magic.

The series is more focused on fantasy and adventure than the school setting of Harry Potter, but it has the same feeling of discovering a world that exists beyond our own.

If you enjoy magical worlds and classic fantasy, this is a good series to pick up.

3. The Hobbit — J.R.R. Tolkien

The Hobbit follows Bilbo Baggins, a quiet character who is pulled into an unexpected adventure involving dwarves, dragons, and a dangerous journey.

It is a very different story from Harry Potter, but both books show ordinary characters being pulled into extraordinary worlds.

The book is also a good starting point if you want to explore Tolkien's larger fantasy world.

4. A Wizard of Earthsea — Ursula K. Le Guin

A Wizard of Earthsea follows Ged, a young boy who discovers that he has a natural talent for magic and begins learning how to use it.

The book explores magic, learning, power, mistakes, and growing up. The story is more philosophical and quieter than Harry Potter, but its magical world and young wizard protagonist make it an interesting choice for Harry Potter fans.

If the magic and wizarding side of Harry Potter was your favourite part, this is worth trying.

5. The Neverending Story — Michael Ende

The Neverending Story is about a young boy who discovers a mysterious book that leads him into the magical world of Fantastica.

As he becomes involved in the story, the line between the real world and the fantasy world begins to disappear.

It has adventure, imagination, magical creatures, and a story-within-a-story structure that makes it feel different from typical fantasy.

Where Should You Start?

If you want friendship, humour, and young heroes, start with Percy Jackson & the Olympians.

For a classic magical world, try The Chronicles of Narnia. If you want a bigger fantasy adventure, The Hobbit is a great choice.

And if what you loved most about Harry Potter was magic and wizardry, A Wizard of Earthsea is probably the best place to start.

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