Sometimes, the whole family needs to get obsessed with an author! If you’re a reading parent hoping to get your kids hooked, Alane Adams is a perfect place to start. With mischievous witches, powerful gods and more than a few magical creatures, Alane Adams’ books are great place to start for Harry Potter-loving moms looking for a fresh read for their kids.

Drawing inspiration from Norse, Greek and Celtic mythology, Adams creates exciting fantasy worlds where young heroes must discover who they are while facing curses, prophecies and forces much larger than themselves. Her work also stretches beyond magical chapter books, with heartfelt picture books inspired by stories from her own family.

Whether you are raising a mythology-obsessed middle grader or introducing your toddler to historical fiction, these five books are the perfect place to begin.

The Blue Witch by Alane Adams

Nine-year-old Abigail Tarkana is determined to become the greatest witch in history, but her first year at the Tarkana Witch Academy is not going according to plan. Her magic behaves differently from everyone else’s, placing her education—and possibly much more—in jeopardy. As Abigail struggles with difficult lessons, bullying classmates and a spell she must find a way to reverse, she begins uncovering secrets about her abilities and where she truly belongs. With Norse mythology, magical creatures and a young heroine learning to embrace what makes her different, The Blue Witch is the perfect introduction to the Witches of Orkney series.

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The Red Sun by Alane Adams

Sam Baron believes he is an ordinary twelve-year-old until a dwarf arrives with the unbelievable news that Sam comes from a magical realm called Orkney. When his friends are taken prisoner, Sam travels through a stonefire to rescue them, only to discover that an ancient curse has turned Orkney’s sun a poisonous red. Torn between protecting the people he loves and saving an entire realm, Sam must learn to control his emerging powers while confronting difficult truths about his family. Filled with Norse mythology, witches and high-stakes adventure, The Red Sun launches the Legends of Orkney trilogy.

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The Eye of Zeus by Alane Adams

Twelve-year-old foster child Phoebe Katz has spent her life moving from home to home while trying to explain the strange things that seem to happen around her. When her caseworker is taken by Ares, Phoebe discovers that her mysterious past is connected to the Greek gods—and to a prophecy that could threaten Olympus itself. Her search for answers sends her into a world of mythical dangers, unexpected friendships and secrets that have been hidden since her birth. The Eye of Zeus begins the Legends of Olympus series with a fast-paced adventure perfect for young mythology fans.

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The Ogma Stone by Alane Adams

Two years after defeating Surt and his army of red giants, Sam Baron is restless in a peaceful Orkney. His chance for another adventure arrives with a warning from Galaway, a mysterious realm threatened by Balor, a powerful sorcerer determined to raise the ancient Ogma Stone. Sam and his allies must journey into a world of Celtic gods and dark magic, where an orphan named Eithan and his companion, Fenrir the wolf, may hold the key to a hidden royal legacy. As the Blood Moon approaches, the group must prevent the stone from igniting a war among the gods in this action-packed beginning to the Legends of Galaway series.

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The Egg Thief by Alane Adams

When Georgie discovers that every egg has disappeared from his family’s henhouse, he sets out across the snowy Pennsylvania countryside to replace them before breakfast. His search becomes an unexpected adventure filled with mishaps, difficult choices and an important lesson about doing the right thing. Inspired by a story from Adams’s father’s childhood, The Egg Thief is a sweet and beautifully illustrated tale about honesty, responsibility and the power of family.

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