Best Post-Potter Reads Uncovered for Avid Fans

Ready to leave Hogwarts behind? Fear not, fellow fantasy enthusiasts! This list offers captivating alternatives to satisfy your craving for magical storytelling. From murder mysteries in magical academies to cloud-based spell-casting schools, and even low-stakes fantasy adventures, we've got something for everyone. Grab your wand, find a cozy spot, and prepare to discover your next favorite reads for 2025.

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The Marvellers

Longing for the thrill of starting at a magical academy? Then The Marvellers is your perfect match. Dhonielle Clayton transports you to the Arcanum, a breathtaking global magic school nestled high in the clouds. Follow Ella, the school's first conjurer, as she navigates the enchanting yet treacherous world of secrets and mistrust hidden behind the academy's gilded facade. Clayton masterfully crafts a captivating world, yet doesn't shy away from the harsh realities that even magical realms face. Ella's dynamic personality will leave you yearning for more of her magical journey.

### The Marvellers

7Hardcover and Kindle editions are available now; paperback pre-orders begin August 29, 2023. Available on Amazon.

Percy Jackson & the Olympians

Rick Riordan's epic fantasy series provides a fantastic counterpoint to the Boy Who Lived. This series introduces a world where the children of gods live amongst us. The first book follows Percy Jackson, son of Poseidon, as he embarks on a perilous quest to uncover the thief who stole Zeus' lightning bolts and clear his name. These inclusive stories skillfully blend fantasy with everyday life, featuring a hero with ADHD and dyslexia, and tackling the challenges of growing up. Riordan's immersive world has captivated readers globally, and it's easy to see why.

Explore our complete guide to the Percy Jackson books or enjoy the new Percy Jackson series on Disney+.

### Percy Jackson & the Olympians Paperback Boxed Set

4This boxed set includes all five books in the series, perfect for demigods! (Hardcover and audio CD also available). Available on Amazon.

Eragon (The Inheritance Cycle)

While lacking a school setting, Christopher Paolini's Inheritance Cycle is a superb follow-up for Harry Potter fans. Eragon, a young teenager, discovers a dragon egg, launching him into a world of magic, peril, and dragons. Across four books, witness Eragon and his dragon's growth as they confront a powerful enemy threatening everything they hold dear. This young adult fantasy bridges the gap between Harry Potter and The Lord of the Rings.

### The Inheritance Cycle

1Available on Amazon.

Legends & Lattes

If Hogwarts' feasts and Hogsmeade trips were your favorite parts, then Legends & Lattes is your next read. Travis Baldree's cozy fantasy has charmed the internet with its heartwarming tale of an orc trading warrior life for a coffee shop. Filled with delightful baked goods, aromatic drinks, and charming customers, this found-family story delivers fantasy without the anxiety-inducing high stakes and violence. Instead, enjoy witty banter, budding romance, and the joy of baking.

### Legends & Lattes

4Hardcover and Kindle editions are available now. Available on Amazon.

Cemetery Boys

Aiden Thomas' stunning debut follows Yadriel, a trans boy aspiring to become a Brujo, who accidentally summons the wrong ghost. When his family struggles to accept his gender, Yadriel attempts to prove them wrong with a spell, summoning the ghost of his school's notorious bad boy, Julian. Yadriel must help Julian find peace before returning to his own life. This sweet, scary, and romantic fantasy is unlike any other.

### Cemetery Boys

1Hardcover and Kindle editions are available now. $0 with Kindle Unlimited. Available on Amazon.

Grimoire of the Grave Fates

This innovative magical school anthology features interconnected short stories about the Galileo Academy for the Extraordinary, rocked by a murder. Eighteen authors offer eighteen unique student perspectives, providing a bold and subversive take on the magical school trope.

### Grimoire of the Grave Fates

4Hardcover and Kindle editions are available now. Available on Amazon.

Magic For Liars

Murder strikes again at a magical school in Magic For Liars. Private investigator Ivy Gamble returns to the supernatural world that once rejected her to solve a gruesome killing at the Osthorne Academy of Young Mages, where her estranged twin sister teaches. This contemporary twist on the magical school tale is witty and adult, set in a realistic world with a subtle magical touch.

### Magic For Liars

2Hardcover and Kindle editions are available now. Available on Amazon.

Be Sure

This collection of the first three stories in Seanan McGuire's Wayward Children series is a perfect summer/autumn read. Set in a school for children banished from portal worlds, the series begins with a murder mystery and keeps you guessing.

### Be Sure

1Hardcover version also available. Available on Amazon.