10 Books To Read If You Loved The Chronicles Of Narnia Movies

10 Books To Read If You Loved The Chronicles Of Narnia Movies

If you want to recreate the magic of the Narnia movies, here are ten awesome books to get immersed in.

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Since Peter Jackson already had his claws in The Lord of the Rings series, Walt Disney Pictures decided to offer up their take on the epic fantasy genre with The Chronicles of Narnia, a well-beloved children’s fantasy series from author, C.S. Lewis. The movies were a moderate success and an accurate book representation, but we still crave more.

The adventures of the Pevensie children in the magical land of Narnia are timeless, but what if we’ve read the books, seen the movies, and still want our fantasy fix? Have a look at these ten novels that just might be what you’re looking for.

10 Coraline by Neil Gaiman

Although there is absolutely nothing this man can’t write, Neil Gaiman is a genius when it comes to the fantasy genre. And while it’s definitely intended for older children, there’s no better introduction to his work than Coraline. Gaiman definitely takes more than a few hints from C.S. Lewis in many of his books, but that magical door really drives it home.

If you find yourself looking for another Doorway to a magical world, follow Coraline’s example and be careful which one you open. You might find an enchanted world with talking lions, are you might end up a prisoner in a button-eyed altered reality.

9 The Bartimaeus Sequence by Johnathan Stroud

The Bartimaeus Sequence is a different kind of fantasy series. While there are magical creatures, young magicians, and windows to other worlds, this one definitely deals with the darker side of fantasy. From the very first book and the very first appearance of the main character, it’s clear we’re dealing with a different kind of enchantment.

Bartimaeus himself is an ancient djinni with some less-than-savory motives who must team up with a young apprentice magician in order to save the world from an evil sorcerer. With Enchanted artifacts, demons, and strange rituals, this isn’t your typical children’s book series.

8 The Magicians by Lev Grossman

Keeping the TV show out of sight and out of mind, we highly recommend you read the original novel by Lev Grossman. The Magicians definitely takes more than a few cues from The Chronicles of Narnia in the creation of its world and its magic. Fillory isn’t fooling anyone, Grossman.

All that being said, there’s definitely an element of Harry Potter thrown in as well with the education of young magic users. It’s a different kind of fantasy experience, but definitely a series fans of classics of the genre should take note of. We think Lewis would have a few words, himself.

7 The Spiderwick Chronicles by Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black

The Chronicles of Narnia had an interesting way of bringing the magical world into the real one. The Spiderwick Chronicles blend both of them together. With a team of Scrappy kids and a world full of strange and fascinating creatures, it definitely has elements of the old magic about it.

One thing the book series does exceptionally well is its re-creation of fairies in a modern world. Some of them are beautiful, some of them are repulsive, and some of them are a little bit of both. Needless to say, these faes aren’t exactly the type with wands and pixie dust, as the Grace children soon discover.

6 M is For Magic by Neil Gaiman

We might be cheating for including him twice on our list, but with Neil Gaiman’s pedigree, can you seriously blame us? M Is For Magic is a series of short stories all dealing with fantasy elements. Gaiman tackles everything from trolls and knights to ghosts and evil Jack-in-the-boxes in this collection.

One thing that earned C.S. Lewis a place in the literary hall of fame was his gift for the written word, and M Is For Magic really gives Neil Gaiman a chance to spread his wings. Though all the stories are written by the same author, a pallet of tales lies before the reader, creating a masterpiece of speculative fiction.

5 The Once and Future King by T.H. White

One of the most beloved adaptations of King Arthur of all time, The Once and Future King takes the familiar story of Arthur and his knights and puts it into a more fairytale-esque delivery. It was so beloved in fact, Walt Disney Pictures used its prequel as the basis for The Sword in the Stone.

The legend of King Arthur stays mostly intact for this retelling, but a few more kid-friendly fantasy elements are added to keep younger readers engaged. Arthur, Merlin, Guinevere, and Lancelot are all there, just with a little extra razzle-dazzle thrown in to bring the story out of the dark ages.

4 The Spellsinger Series by Alan Dean Foster

Don’t let the talking animals fool you, this is no kids’ book series. The Spellsinger books by Alan Dean Foster, screenwriter of Star-Trek: The Motion Picture, are both a set of action-packed fantasy adventures and bawdy comedies to boot. Though Aslan wouldn’t be out of place here, we can’t imagine he’d stay very long.

One thing to keep in mind about the series is that it is indeed a product of the ’70s, but that’s not entirely a bad thing. Although the setting is Narnia-like, the humor is a weird blend of Mel Brooks and Monty Python. If you grew up with the Narnia series but want something for an older crowd, we’ve got you covered.

3 The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien

True fans of the series know that both C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien were the best of friends during their time together teaching at Oxford. In fact, they often share to drink together and discussed mythologies on a regular basis. So, of course, we have to include the man’s magnum opus.

What can be said about The Lord of the Rings that hasn’t already been said? It’s one of the cornerstones of the fantasy genre and is practically required reading for any fan of swords, sorcery, and second breakfasts. So it might be a lot for some to swallow, it’s an endearing book that has stood the test of time.

2 The Screwtape Letters

It was a toss-up between this book and Lewis’s Space Trilogy, but we felt there was more of a Narnia element here, particularly its Christian allegory. The Screwtape Letters is as much a black comedy as it is a powerful observation on the sinful nature of man and his relationship with temptation.

Did we forget to mention it’s told from the point of view of a witty archdemon? Screwtape is a senior demon who is conversing with his apprentice nephew, Wormwood, on trying to corrupt the soul of a human man. The writing and the demonic humor are where Lewis truly shines in this piece, do yourself a favor and give it a read.

1 Redwall by Brian Jaques

One of the most beloved (and longest) YA fantasy series of all time, Redwall takes our top spot on our list. Think of it as a hybrid between The Chronicles of Narnia and a touch of Game of Thrones, as strange as that might sound. It features a cast of adorable anthropomorphic animal characters, as well as some bloody battles, assassinations, and other violent content.

While you can be perfectly satisfied with the first book alone, there are 22 novels in the original series for you to explore should you get as hooked as we were. Brian Jaques creates an understandable but mature fantasy epic in his series, and it’s perfect to dive into after a trip to Narnia.

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