Fairy Tales for Teens

Stealing Snow is a grown-up fairy-tale, filled with witches, thieves, magic and beauty: all swirling around the frozen world of Algid. Snow is an anti-heroine, only concerned with her own goals; determined not to be dragged into a fight she can’t win.

Doll Karolina is saved from war in her native Land of the Dolls and transported to Poland to live with a man known as the Dollmaker – only for their lives to be turned upside down by World War II. An unusual novel blending reality with folklore and fantasy that will have a lasting impact on readers.

Imprisoned by their father, 12 princesses escape every night to a magical party. A wonderful, magic-realist feminist fantasy.

A stunning collection of mystical fairy tales that are at once exotic and fresh, and traditionally heartening.

Red is visually impaired, yet she can clearly see that it’s her village, not the nearby woods, where danger lurks. A beautifully written take on a familiar fairy tale, exploring themes of power, feminism, and looking after the environment. 

This extremely imaginative take on the Cinderella story sees the heroine step out from behind the prince and forge her own destiny

This dark fairy-story from critically acclaimed author Frances Hardinge puts a richly imaginative spin on the old tales of changelings. Sensitive readers beware: there are some genuinely chilling and disturbing scenes here.

Award-winning author Sally Gardner teams up with David Roberts to put a new spin on Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy-tale The Tinder Box in this dark and gripping tale.

Mina and Jacob find themselves relocated to the desert town of Grymm, home to a host of very odd and sinister characters.

Three queens, all equal heirs to the crown and possessor of a coveted magic – and when they are 16, they must battle to the death to become Queen of the island. This story is feminist, fierce and unforgettable – perfect for fans of Game of Thrones.

What makes a witch? Despite the title, the stories in this imaginative collection suggest you might need more than just a pointy hat or a broomstick.

The Sin Eater’s Daughter is a truly original fantasy set in a richly imagined world full of complex and complicated characters.