Diana Wynne Jones
Diana Wynne Jones was a British author known for her fantasy novels for children and adults, including the popular 'Howl's Moving Castle' and the 'Chrestomanci' series.
Books
This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.
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1. Howl's Moving Castle
In a magical land where witches and wizards exist, a young hat maker named Sophie is cursed by a jealous witch and transformed into an old woman. Determined to break the curse, Sophie seeks refuge in the mysterious moving castle of the feared wizard Howl. As Sophie navigates the castle's enchanting rooms and encounters its eccentric inhabitants, she discovers the power of love, friendship, and self-acceptance. Together with Howl and his apprentice Michael, Sophie embarks on a captivating journey filled with adventure, magic, and unexpected twists that will change their lives forever.
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2. The Lives Of Christopher Chant
In this enchanting fantasy novel, a young boy discovers his remarkable ability to travel between worlds while he sleeps. Unbeknownst to him, his gift makes him a valuable asset in the eyes of his uncle, who uses him to smuggle magical artifacts. As the boy grows, he learns more about his powers and the ethereal realm known as the Related Worlds. He must navigate the complexities of his family's expectations, his unique abilities, and an impending magical conflict. With the help of a talking cat and other peculiar friends he meets along the way, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery and must decide where his loyalties lie and how to use his gifts for the greater good.
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3. Archer's Goon
A Tale of Magic, Mayhem, and Mischief
In this whimsical fantasy tale, a family's life is turned upside down when a mysterious and intimidating figure known as the Goon arrives at their home, demanding the completion of an overdue 2,000-word article. As the family delves deeper into the mystery, they uncover a hidden world of seven magical siblings who secretly control various aspects of their town. The protagonist, Howard, along with his sister Awful, navigates a series of humorous and chaotic events to unravel the truth behind the Goon's appearance and the power struggles among the siblings, ultimately leading to surprising revelations about their own family.
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4. Fire And Hemlock
In this enchanting tale, a young girl named Polly discovers a mysterious connection between her childhood memories and a fantastical world intertwined with her reality. As she delves deeper into her past, she uncovers a series of magical events and encounters with a charismatic cellist named Tom. Together, they navigate a realm filled with enchantments, secrets, and the looming threat of an ancient curse. Polly's journey of self-discovery and bravery leads her to confront the boundaries between imagination and truth, ultimately revealing the power of friendship and the courage to rewrite one's destiny.
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5. The Crown of Dalemark
"The Crown of Dalemark" is the fourth and final book in the Dalemark Quartet series by Diana Wynne Jones. The story follows Maewen, a young girl who is transported from her own time to the land of Dalemark where she becomes involved in a dangerous struggle for the throne. With the help of her friends, Maewen embarks on a journey to find the missing crown of Dalemark and restore the rightful ruler to the throne. Along the way, she discovers the truth about her own past and the role she must play in the future of Dalemark. The book is a thrilling conclusion to the series, filled with magic, adventure, and unexpected twists.
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6. Dark Lord of Derkholm
"Dark Lord of Derkholm" follows the story of a world where magical creatures are real and tourists from other worlds come to visit. The story centers around a family of wizards who are forced to act as the "Dark Lord" for the tourists, causing chaos and destruction in their land. However, when a group of rebellious tourists and locals band together to overthrow the Dark Lord, the wizards must decide where their loyalties lie and fight for their home and people. Full of humor, adventure, and magic, "Dark Lord of Derkholm" is a thrilling and imaginative tale.
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7. Castle In The Air
In this enchanting sequel to a beloved fantasy tale, a young carpet merchant's dreams soar when he acquires a magical flying carpet. However, his aspirations are complicated by his accidental betrothal to a princess and the subsequent kidnapping of his intended by a wicked djinn. As he embarks on a perilous quest to rescue her, he encounters a motley crew of allies, including a mischievous genie, a soldier, and a resourceful witch. Together, they navigate a tapestry of magic and adventure, where nothing is as it seems, and the power of true love and cleverness are tested against formidable magical foes and the machinations of fate.
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8. House Of Many Ways
In this enchanting fantasy tale, a young girl named Charmain Baker is sent to house-sit for her great-uncle, who is a wizard. Upon arrival, she discovers that the house has magical properties, with rooms that constantly shift and change, and a multitude of mysterious doors leading to unknown places. As Charmain becomes embroiled in magical adventures, she encounters an apprentice wizard, a magical dog, and a host of magical problems that she must solve. Throughout her journey, she learns about her own untapped magical abilities and the importance of responsibility and self-discovery. The story weaves together whimsy, spells, and fantastical creatures, creating a rich tapestry of a world where magic is as common as bread and as unpredictable as the weather.
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9. Hexwood
In a world where reality is manipulated by the enigmatic Bannus machine, a young girl named Ann discovers a mysterious forest near her home that defies the laws of time and space. As she ventures deeper, she encounters a cast of characters, including a knight, a dragon, and a boy with a hidden past, all drawn into a complex web of intrigue and deception. As the boundaries between illusion and reality blur, Ann must navigate a labyrinth of secrets and power struggles to uncover the truth about her own identity and the forces controlling her world.
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10. Dom Wielu Dróg
In this enchanting tale, a young protagonist finds themselves navigating a labyrinthine house filled with countless doors, each leading to a different world or reality. As they explore these diverse realms, they encounter a myriad of characters and face challenges that test their courage and wit. The journey becomes a quest for self-discovery and understanding, as the protagonist learns to harness their unique abilities and confront the mysteries of the house. With a blend of magic, adventure, and introspection, the story weaves a rich tapestry of imagination and growth.
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11. Year Of The Griffin
In a world where magic is both a revered and feared force, a group of misfit students at the University of Wizards embark on a journey of self-discovery and rebellion against the outdated traditions of their institution. Led by the spirited griffin, Elda, they confront the challenges of a corrupt educational system, encounter unexpected allies, and unravel secrets that could change the course of their magical society. As they navigate through political intrigue and personal growth, the students learn the true meaning of friendship, courage, and the power of embracing one's unique abilities.
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12. The Tough Guide To Fantasyland
A witty, satirical travel guide that catalogs and lampoons the stock characters, settings, and plot clichés of high fantasy, presented as practical advice for tourists visiting an absurdly predictable alternate world; entries range from how to recognize a Hero and survive a quest to warnings about dragons, wizards, enchanted forests, and romantic subplots, all delivered with dry humor and meta-commentary that exposes how formulaic many fantasy adventures can be.
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14. Everard's Ride
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16. Deep Secret
Deep Secret is a fantasy novel by Diana Wynne Jones, published by Gollancz in 1997. It is the first in the Magids series.
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17. The Homeward Bounders
A young boy from our world is suddenly left behind when everyone else disappears and finds himself told he must become one of the Homeward Bounders—people condemned to hop unpredictably between alternate worlds as pawns in a cruel, cosmic game run by aloof immortals. As he drifts through shifting realities, he meets other exiles, learns the terrifying rules that trap them, and must use courage and cunning to challenge the players and try to find a way back to the life he lost.
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18. Earwig And The Witch
An indomitable orphan girl who loves to be in charge is adopted from a children’s home by a strange pair who turn out to be a witch and her companion; rather than being cowed by chores and rules, she quietly learns a little magic and uses her sharp wit, stubbornness and resourcefulness to outmaneuver them, flipping the household roles and discovering how power, independence and an unexpected kind of family can be claimed on her own terms.
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20. The Chronicles Of Chrestomanci, Volume 1
A pair of linked fantasy tales set across multiple parallel worlds follow a powerful enchanter who oversees and polices magic and the lives he touches: one story about a neglected orphan who discovers he has nine lives and unwittingly attracts dangerous witches and rivals, and another about the earlier coming-of-age of a spirited boy whose growing powers and misadventures lead him toward the office of state enchanter. Witty, inventive, and full of whimsical magic, the collection explores responsibility, identity, and the consequences of unchecked sorcery.
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21. Enchanted Glass
Enchanted Glass is a fantasy novel by Diana Wynne Jones which was first published in 2010.
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22. A Tale Of Time City
A child evacuated from wartime London is brought to a hidden metropolis that exists outside ordinary history, where historians monitor and manage the past; when parts of history begin to vanish and sabotage threatens the City's delicate mechanisms, the newcomer and a small group of allies uncover conspiracies, travel through different eras, and race to repair the damaged strands of time before the timeline collapses.
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23. Eight Days Of Luke
A lonely schoolboy on holiday is befriended by a charming, mischievous boy named Luke who slowly reveals himself as a shape‑shifting trickster god; Luke’s teasing games escalate into real magic that draws people into roles from ancient Norse myth and threatens to upend the ordinary world. The narrator must learn to see through Luke’s charm, reckon with the dangers of worshipping a capricious power, and use his own courage and cleverness to outwit the deity and restore balance.
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24. The Merlin Conspiracy
Two young people from different backgrounds are thrown together when they uncover a secret plot among powerful magicians to manipulate the rules that bind parallel worlds; forced to flee, hide their identities, and learn to trust one another, they piece together layers of deception and political intrigue while discovering unexpected talents and allies. Racing through enchanted cities and bureaucratic strongholds, they must outwit both mundane and magical authorities to prevent a scheme that would remake lives across multiple worlds, with the story balancing sharp humor, clever twists, and themes of family, responsibility, and the misuse of power.
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25. The Game
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26. Dogsbody
A celestial being condemned to live on Earth in a dog’s body must adapt to human life when he is taken in by a lonely girl and her family; as he learns to feel and belong he uncovers the dark plot and misunderstandings that led to his fall and works to clear his name, blending myth, warmth, and wry humor in a tale about identity, loyalty, and redemption.
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27. The Magicians Of Caprona
In a small Italianate city whose peace depends on a fragile, family-held magic, bitterly rival houses of magicians find their feud tearing the town apart when an old protection is broken and a dangerous curse is unleashed. Two young members of the feuding families must put aside inherited hatred, unravel a lost spellbook, and, with the reluctant help of a powerful enchanter, restore the city’s protections before Caprona is ruined—learning courage, cooperation, and the true meaning of power along the way.
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28. The Pinhoe Egg
A secretive country family’s old-fashioned magic and a mysterious enchanted egg set off a chain of mischievous and dangerous events that draw the attention of Chrestomanci and his young ward, Cat. As Cat and the castle’s witches and enchanters investigate, they must untangle family rivalries, stolen spells and hidden bargains, while Marianne Pinhoe—torn between loyalty to her clan and a yearning for a different life—becomes an unexpected ally in averting a charm that could have far-reaching consequences.
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29. Conrad's Fate
An orphaned boy is apprenticed to a secretive household of magic where duties, rivalries, and hidden plans collide; as he uncovers the truth about his past and the strange rules that govern the enchanter he serves, he must contend with dangerous intrigues, shifting loyalties, and a fateful choice that will shape his identity and the balance of power around him.
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30. Witch Week
In an alternate Britain where witchcraft has been mercilessly punished and driven underground, a class of schoolchildren suddenly faces a terrifying turn when unmistakable magic appears among them and fingers begin pointing; as fear, superstition, and adult authorities tighten around the accused, an outsider with powerful knowledge of other worlds arrives to unravel the mystery, protect the children, and expose how prejudice and panic can warp a whole community’s sense of justice and identity.
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31. Charmed Life
After a childhood of uneasy dependence, two orphaned siblings are taken to live in a great, slightly forbidding castle where an enchanter who oversees magic trains the gifted and watches over dangerous powers. The sister, brilliant and selfish with a knack for dramatic, risky spells, uses her charm and talent to manipulate others and push the quieter brother into the background, while the brother—timid, ghostlike and thought to be less magical—slowly discovers an extraordinary inner power and a deeper truth about their past. As secrets, rivalries and the rules of magic begin to unravel, he must find courage, outwit his sister’s schemes, and help restore balance before their dangerous games destroy the lives they both depend on.
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