The magic of Harry Potter is unforgettable for many readers. The first train journey to Hogwarts, exciting adventures with Harry, Ron, and Hermione, and the battle against Voldemort have inspired millions worldwide to read. But what do you do when you've finished all the books and long for another magical reading experience?
Fortunately, there are plenty of books that evoke the same feeling. Think of mysterious boarding schools, hidden worlds, dragons, magic, special friendships, and epic adventures.
At Boeken-Plein.nl, we have collected 20 books and series that are perfect for Harry Potter fans.
1. Percy Jackson & The Olympians – Rick Riordan
When Percy discovers he is the son of Poseidon, an adventure full of Greek gods, monsters, and heroes begins.
Why Harry Potter fans will love this
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Humor and adventure
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Strong friendships
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Magical world alongside the ordinary world
2. The Chronicles of Narnia – C.S. Lewis
Four children enter the magical land of Narnia through a wardrobe.
Why read it?
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Timeless fantasy
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Magical creatures
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A world where anything is possible
3. Eragon – Christopher Paolini
A farm boy discovers a dragon egg and grows up to be a dragon rider.
Perfect for Harry Potter fans because of
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Magic
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Heroic protagonist
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Epic adventure
4. The Hobbit – J.R.R. Tolkien
Bilbo Baggins is unexpectedly drawn into a dangerous journey full of dwarves, trolls, and dragons.
Why read it?
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Classic fantasy
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Lots of humor
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Fantastic world
5. The Lord of the Rings – J.R.R. Tolkien
One of the most influential fantasy series ever written.
Why Harry Potter fans appreciate this
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Extensive magical world
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Unforgettable characters
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Great battle between good and evil
6. Nevermoor – Jessica Townsend
Morrigan Crow finds herself at a mysterious school where children with special talents are trained.
Why read it?
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Magical school
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Lots of imagination
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Similar atmosphere to Hogwarts
7. His Dark Materials – Philip Pullman
An adventurous trilogy in which every human has an animal soul, a daemon.
Why read it?
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Magic
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Philosophical depth
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Unique world
8. Amari and the Night Brothers – B.B. Alston
Amari discovers a hidden world full of magic and must find her place among wizards, supernatural creatures, and secrets.
Why read it?
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Magical school
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Humor
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Mystery
9. The School for Good and Evil – Soman Chainani
A school where students are trained to be a hero or a villain. But nothing is as it seems.
Why read it?
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Magical lessons
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Strong friendships
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Surprising twists
10. Skandar and the Unicorn Thief – A.F. Steadman
A modern fantasy series where wild unicorns are more dangerous than dragons.
Why read it?
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Original magic
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Exciting adventure
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Young hero
11. Stardust – Neil Gaiman
A romantic fantasy story full of magic, witches, and falling stars.
12. The Earthsea Cycle – Ursula K. Le Guin
A beautiful classic in which a young wizard learns to master his powers.
13. Inkheart – Cornelia Funke
What if characters could literally step out of books?
14. Artemis Fowl – Eoin Colfer
A brilliant boy gets entangled in a hidden world full of fairies, trolls, and magic.
15. Ranger's Apprentice – John Flanagan
More adventure than magic, but just as captivating.
16. The Mirror Visitor Quartet – Christelle Dabos
An original fantasy series with floating worlds and mysterious powers.
17. The Name of the Wind – Patrick Rothfuss
A beautifully written fantasy novel about a legendary wizard.
18. Mistborn – Brandon Sanderson
A unique magic system, great plot twists, and an unforgettable world.
19. The Nevernight Chronicle – Jay Kristoff
Darker than Harry Potter, but ideal for older fantasy fans.
20. The Witcher – Andrzej Sapkowski
For readers who, after Harry Potter, are ready for a mature fantasy world full of monsters, magic, and political intrigue.
Why Harry Potter remains so special
Harry Potter is much more than a book series. It's about friendship, courage, growing up, loss, and the power of choices. It is precisely this combination that makes so many readers, after the final book, look for a new story that evokes the same feeling.
While no single book can fully replace Harry Potter, the titles above come surprisingly close. Some offer a magical school, others a special hero or a completely new fantasy world in which you can lose yourself.
Which series suits you best?
Looking for a new magical school?
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Nevermoor
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Amari and the Night Brothers
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The School for Good and Evil
Want more dragons?
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Eragon
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Skandar and the Unicorn Thief
Prefer an epic adventure?
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The Hobbit
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The Lord of the Rings
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Mistborn
Can it be a bit more mature?
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The Witcher
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Nevernight
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The Name of the Wind
Discover your next fantasy favorite
At Boeken-Plein.nl you will find a wide range of new and second-hand fantasy books. From the complete Harry Potter series to modern fantasy bestsellers and timeless classics.
Are you ready for a new adventure? Perhaps your next favorite fantasy book is already waiting for you.
Happy reading!
Team Boeken-Plein.nl
