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The Wizards of Once by Cressida Cowell

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... a goal-driven quest full of magical challenges?

Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow by Jessica Townsend

If you loved following Xar and Wish as they raced to break curses and uncover secrets, you'll be swept up by Morrigan Crow’s desperate attempts to survive magical trials in Nevermoor. Each challenge is imaginative and exciting, keeping you turning pages to see if Morrigan will succeed and finally belong.

... an ensemble of quirky, memorable characters?

The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill

If you enjoyed the dynamic between Xar, Wish, Bodkin, and their magical companions, you'll love the cast in The Girl Who Drank the Moon—from the wise swamp monster Glerk to the tiny dragon Fyrian, each character brings their own charm and depth to Luna’s adventure.

... characters who face their flaws and grow stronger?

Amari and the Night Brothers by B. B. Alston

If watching Xar and Wish struggle with their identities and rise above their past mistakes captivated you, you'll root for Amari as she tackles self-doubt, prejudice, and impossible odds, transforming into a confident hero in Amari and the Night Brothers.

... a whimsical world bursting with imaginative magic?

Howl's Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones

If you were enchanted by the enchanted forests, magical creatures, and playful spells in The Wizards of Once, you’ll be delighted by the roaming castle, unpredictable magic, and eccentric wizards in Howl’s Moving Castle. The world is as quirky and wondrous as Xar and Wish’s.

... fast-paced, laugh-out-loud magical adventures?

Fortunately, the Milk by Neil Gaiman

If the humor and wild magical antics of Xar and Wish made you laugh, Fortunately, the Milk will have you grinning as a father’s quest for milk takes him through time, space, and a parade of ridiculous magical mishaps. It’s absurd, clever, and thoroughly entertaining.

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