"Seventh Son" is a fantasy novel set in an alternate version of America where magic and folk beliefs are real. The story follows Alvin, the seventh son of a seventh son, who is believed to possess great magical powers. However, Alvin's abilities are not what people expect, and he must navigate a world of prejudice and danger to find his true purpose. Along the way, he meets a cast of intriguing characters, including a shape-shifting girl and a powerful wizard, and must confront his own inner demons to become the hero he was meant to be.

In this fantasy novel, we follow the story of a rare magician with the ability to travel between parallel Londons—Red, Grey, White, and, once upon a time, Black. Each London has a different level of magic, and the balance of power is precarious. The protagonist serves as a messenger and smuggler between the Londons, adhering to a strict set of rules to keep these worlds separate. However, when an unexpected encounter leads to the discovery of a dangerous artifact from the forbidden Black London, the magician must navigate treacherous political waters and dark magic, with the help of an adventurous thief, to prevent catastrophic destruction.

"Summerland" is a young adult fantasy novel by Michael Chabon that follows the story of Ethan Feld, a young boy living in Clam Island who is recruited by a group of magical creatures to save their world from destruction. Along the way, Ethan teams up with a motley crew of characters, including a Sasquatch, a mermaid, and a baseball-playing angel, as they embark on a wild adventure across the mystical lands of Summerland. As they race against time to prevent the evil Coyote from destroying Summerland and Earth, Ethan learns valuable lessons about friendship, courage, and the power of imagination.

In a city where magic is harnessed through intricate sigils and the industrial revolution meets sorcery, a talented thief with a unique ability is drawn into a heist that uncovers a nefarious plot threatening the very essence of reality. As she navigates a world of powerful merchant houses, technological marvels, and ancient artifacts, she must ally with unlikely partners to confront a force that could shatter the delicate balance of power and spell doom for her city and its inhabitants. With the lines between her personal quest for freedom and the greater good blurring, the thief's actions will determine the fate of magic and mankind alike.

Set in an alternate 1880s Seattle, the novel unfolds in a world where a devastating mining invention has unleashed a toxic gas, turning many of the living into ravenous undead creatures. Amidst this chaos, a determined mother ventures into the walled-off, zombie-infested city to clear her husband's name from the creation of the catastrophic machine and to rescue her son, who has ventured into the dangerous quarantined zone. As she navigates the steampunk dystopia filled with airships, pirates, and a relentless will to survive, she uncovers dark secrets and faces the horrors that have taken over the once-thriving city.

"A Wizard's Guide to Defensive Baking" is a young adult fantasy novel by T. Kingfisher. The story follows fourteen-year-old wizard Mona, who uses her magical abilities to defend her town from dangerous creatures. However, when a mysterious assassin begins targeting the town's wizards, Mona finds herself in the middle of a dangerous conspiracy. With the help of a talking sourdough starter and a few unlikely allies, Mona must use her baking skills and her magic to save her community and uncover the truth behind the attacks.

"The Inquisitor's Tale" is a medieval adventure story about three children with magical powers and their faithful dog, who embark on a dangerous journey across France to save their fellow Jews from persecution. Along the way, they encounter knights, monks, and even the King of France, while facing challenges that test their courage, loyalty, and faith. This book is a blend of history, mythology, and fairy tale, told in a humorous and engaging style that will captivate readers of all ages.

In this dark and gripping fantasy sequel, a retired general is called back into service to investigate the disappearance of a government agent in a city that was once the heart of a magical civilization. The city, now ruins from a devastating war, holds a dangerous secret that could change the world—a miraculous technology that once powered an entire civilization, now sought by various factions for their own purposes. As the general delves deeper into the mystery, he encounters old adversaries and unearthly forces, and he must confront his own demons and the cost of his past actions while trying to prevent a cataclysm that could once again engulf the world in conflict.