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Un Lun DunNovel
China Miévillestandalone novel2007
Whimsical in tone, about chosen one, set in otherworld and big city.
“The title is derived from 'UnLondon,' the name of the alternate realm where the book is set.”
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NarniaUniverse
universe38 books1950
“Once there is a wardrobe at the back of a spare room, and behind the fur coats the wood gives way to snow, and a lamp-post burns alone among the trees.”
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includes Narnia, Narnia Solo Adventures
InterWorldSeries
series3 books2007
Science fantasy and science fiction, set in parallel universe.
“Michael Reaves developed the story with Neil Gaiman, and Reaves's daughter Mallory Reaves co-wrote the two sequels.”
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Elf Dog and Owl HeadNovel
M. T. Andersonstandalone novel2023
Whimsical in tone, about friendship, set in otherworld.
“Set during a global pandemic, it follows young Clay as he escapes into a fantasy world.”
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Fairy TaleNovel
Stephen Kingstandalone novel2022
Dark fantasy, dark in tone, about quests.
AbaratSeries
series3 books2002
Set in islands.
“The Books of Abarat are a series of young adult fantasy novels written and illustrated by English writer and visual artist Clive Barker.”
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Start with Abarat →