Fantasy Books for Every Age
Welcome, dear reader — thank you for joining me on a quest. I write clean, family-friendly fantasy series with a soft spot for humor, and every series below is safe to hand to anyone in the family. They’re arranged from youngest readers to oldest, so scroll until you find your age range, then choose your quest and have fun storming the castle!
Wally, the Web Wizard — For Young Readers
When a medieval wizard connects his crystal ball to the internet, a whole new world of electronic mail, social media, and cyber-magic opens before him. This humorous, illustrated adventure for young readers and families explores online wonders and dangers with dragons, trolls, and plenty of wizardly mishaps.
The Chess Quest Series — Middle-Grade Fantasy Adventure
Middle schooler Rich Witz receives a mysterious white chess pawn and is drawn into a hidden contest of strategy, danger, and ancient power. Chosen as a Paladin in training, he has seven days to complete four deadly trials while an enemy hides in plain sight. This fast-paced middle-grade fantasy is ideal for ages 10–14 who love chess, adventure, and underdog heroes.
A Wonderful Week for a Quest — Comedic Fantasy for All Ages
Seven books. One unforgettable, laugh-out-loud quest. This humorous, family-friendly fantasy series follows a band of well-meaning heroes through prophecy mix-ups, questionable tavern decisions, dragons, pirates, phoenixes, and more footnotes than strictly necessary. Available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook.
“If you are looking for a series that balances humour with an engaging adventure, A Wonderful Week for a Quest is an absolute must-listen. Across all seven books, the series is funny without ever losing its narrative momentum.”
Reader review
The Canticle Chronicles — Where Music Meets Magic
Post–World War II Europe and America collide with a fantastic kingdom hidden inside a music box. As thirteen-year-old Johann and others cross the boundary between worlds, music, courage, and ancient magic may determine the fate of both. For readers who believe a song can change the world.
The Last Archangel Series — Redemption at the End of the World
As the world crumbles, one archangel searches for redemption. Xandir, the last angel assigned to Earth, must confront fallen powers, ancient secrets, and his own failures while humanity’s future hangs in the balance. Urban fantasy with apocalyptic stakes and a beating heart for young-adult and adult readers.
The Penultimate Dawn Cycle — Epic High Fantasy for Adults
An epic high fantasy adventure beginning with Hunger. In a war-torn land, everyone must consume the magical substance called Sustenance or succumb to deformity, exile, and death; when scholar Azil joins a quest for sacred gems, their volatile magic could usher in a golden age—or create the darkest of villains. For older teens and adults who want their quests sweeping, their worlds deep, and their stakes high.
More Quests & Standalone Stories
Looking for something in between? Explore The Adventures of Mr. E, A Past With Two Faces, The Lost Barge, Tearjerkers for Tots, and more — plus translated editions for readers around the world.
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