Recs if you like The Girl Who Could Fly...

books to get for the middle grade readers in your life that have similar vibes but are NOT Harry Potter (and are in fact better)

books featuring or set in magic schools / universities / academies, aka, one of the best subgenres in existence !

this list has books for all ages (am actively looking for more adult options), most of the books are dark academia, and ALL of them are fantastical 🪄 recs welcome <3

(alternatively, books to fall in love with & share with others to help avoid supporting or promoting JKR. i will never shut up ab how the Nevermoor series deserves the popularity that Harry Potter enjoys !)

I was recently rereading a book I loved when I was 13 expecting it to be terrible and simple, and I found that I actually still liked it so I decided to make this list!! Recommendations are welcome, this will be a running list xx

Even if you feel to old for middle grade books, there are still some that are totally worth you're time for a fun adventure or some good laughs.