Sometimes, entering into fantastical worlds helps us better understand our own world. These books explore relationships, hope, family, justice, humor and more against the backdrop of dragons and grand adventures.
Picture Books
“Drawn Together”
by Minh Le, illustrated by Dan Santat
When a young boy visits his grandfather, their lack of a common language leads to confusion, frustration and silence. But as they sit down to draw together, something magical happens — with a shared love of art and storytelling, the two form a bond that goes beyond words.
“The Storybook Knight”
by Helen Docherty, illustrated by Thomas Docherty
What’s a knight’s greatest power? Stories, of course! From the beloved author/illustrator team behind “The Snatchabook” comes the ultimate story time book about castles, knights, dragons and the power of stories! Even dragons love a good story …
Early Readers
“Bite of the Kaba Lagoon”
by Bernard Mensah
Magic, adventure and friendship come together in Kwame’s Magic Quest, an action-packed, fully illustrated early chapter book series.
“The Unicorn Mix-Up”
by Kirsty Applebaum
Princess Minna loves to sort out mix-ups and mishaps in the kingdom! Enjoy colorful illustrations while adventuring with Minna in these short, funny stories.
Middle Readers
“The Lost Library”
by Rebecca Stead
When a mysterious Little Free Library guarded by a large orange cat appears overnight, 11-year-old Evan plucks two weathered books from its shelves, never suspecting that his life is about to change.
Also available as a Playaway audiobook and as an ebook and eaudiobook on Libby by Overdrive (fcpl.org/downloads/ebooks)
“The Poisoned King”
by Katherine Rundell
Return to the magic of the Archipelago in the dazzling sequel to the runaway, No. 1 New York Times bestseller “Impossible Creatures.” Christopher returns to the Archipelago to investigate the mysterious dragon deaths, embarking on a rescue mission alongside a princess seeking justice for her father.
Also available as a Playaway audiobook and as an ebook and eaudiobook on Libby by Overdrive (fcpl.org/downloads/ebooks)
Teen Readers
“Rebis: Born and Reborn”
by Irene Marchesini
Bullied and shunned, Martino, born with paper-white skin, seeks refuge in the deep woods and finds it in Viviana. Powerful Viviana belongs to a sisterhood of outcast women who welcome Martino. This graphic novel is a medieval fantasy steeped in mystery — a haunting and hopeful tale of transformation and found family.
“The League of Dangerous Young Ladies”
by J.A. Morgenstein
Rose Moriarty, the 16-year-old daughter of Sherlock Holmes’ nemesis, battles vampires and demons as she attempts to save an old friend’s life, forging unexpected friendships along the way. Enola Holmes meets Buffy the Vampire Slayer in this thrilling fantasy adventure, perfect for fans of Jennifer Lynn Barnes and Philip Pullman.
These titles are thoughtfully selected by Frederick County Public Libraries. You can find these books and more by visiting fcpl.org.
