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Dive into a world where unicorns are portrayed as never before with this magical middle-grade international bestselling series that has captured the world, perfect for fans of Harry Potter and Nevermoor. 

In thirteen-year-old Skandar Smith's world, if one is lucky enough, they can bond with a unicorn for life. And Skandar has only ever wanted to be a unicorn rider. To be one of the lucky few selected to hatch a unicorn, to train together, to race for glory. Only unicorn riders get to be true heroes. 
 
But just as Skandar’s dream is about to come true and he becomes part of the boarding school called the Eyrie, things start to take a dangerous turn. A dark and twisted enemy has stolen the Island’s most powerful unicorn – and Skandar discovers a secret that gives the first book an incredible twist...

In book 2, Skandar and the Phantom Rider, Skandar if finally a real unicorn rider. But things don't stay that simple for long. Immortal wild unicorns are being killed and a prophecy warns of terrible danger. And the cherry on top is that Skandar's sister, Kenna, wants to join him on his potentially deadly mission. 

The adventure is yet to continue, so you'll want to get on the Skandar wave very soon! The Skandar series has already attracted an incredible publishing deal for five books, plus an in-world novella yet to come. And did we mention it's getting made into a movie by Sony? Yes, this is THE series of the decade! 

Get ready for unlikely HEROES, elemental MAGIC, sky battles, ancient secrets, nail-biting races and FEROCIOUS UNICORNS, in this EPIC ADVENTURE series by A.F. Steadman that will have your heart soaring (and racing).

If you've already read this series and don't know what to read next, take a look at our carefully crafted blog post on Fantasy Books for Kids! Skandar is from all ages, from 9 to 99, and on this list we have something for readers of all ages too!

Love this series? Check out our list of the Best Magical and Fantasy Series for 9 and 10 year olds

All the Skandar books in order:

Book 1: Skandar and the Unicorn Thief (2022)
Book 2: Skandar and the Phantom Rider (2023)
Book 3: Skandar and the Chaos Trials (2024)
Book 4: Skandar and the Skeleton Curse (2024)
Book 5: Skandar and the Spirit War (2025)
Book 6: World of Skandar: The First Unicorn Rider (2025)

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Skandar and the Unicorn Thief: The international, award-winning hit, and the biggest fantasy adventure series since Harry Potter
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Skandar and the Unicorn Thief: The international, award-winning hit, and the biggest fantasy adventure series since Harry Potter

HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU’VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The first book in the award-winning, international hit fantasy adv... MoreSkandar and the Unicorn Thief: The international, award-winning hit, and the biggest fantasy adventure series since Harry Potter

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Book 2
Skandar and the Phantom Rider: the spectacular sequel to Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, the biggest fantasy adventure since Harry Potter
Book 2

Skandar and the Phantom Rider: the spectacular sequel to Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, the biggest fantasy adventure since Harry Potter

HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU’VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The epic adventure continues . . . Don’t miss this sequel to Water... MoreSkandar and the Phantom Rider: the spectacular sequel to Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, the biggest fantasy adventure since Harry Potter

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Skandar and the Chaos Trials: The INSTANT NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER in the biggest fantasy adventure series since Harry Potter
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Skandar and the Chaos Trials: The INSTANT NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER in the biggest fantasy adventure series since Harry Potter

HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU’VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The epic adventure continues . . . Don’t miss the unputdownable ne... MoreSkandar and the Chaos Trials: The INSTANT NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER in the biggest fantasy adventure series since Harry Potter

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Book 4
Skandar and the Skeleton Curse
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Skandar and the Skeleton Curse

‘The most popular fantasy hero since Harry Potter’ Telegraph BLOODTHIRSTY UNICORNS. UNLIKELY HEROES. A DEADLY CURSE. The... MoreSkandar and the Skeleton Curse

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Skandar and the Spirit War: Unmissable finale to the adventure series that everyone is talking about!
Book 5

Skandar and the Spirit War: Unmissable finale to the adventure series that everyone is talking about!

BLOODTHIRSTY UNICORNS. UNLIKELY HEROES. A MORTAL ENEMY.Don’t miss this epic final adventure in the number 1 bestselling ... MoreSkandar and the Spirit War: Unmissable finale to the adventure series that everyone is talking about!

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World of Skandar: The First Unicorn Rider: the must-have gift for fantasy adventure fans!
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World of Skandar: The First Unicorn Rider: the must-have gift for fantasy adventure fans!

A BOY WITH A DESTINY. A MYSTERIOUS ISLAND. A MAGICAL CREATURE.Discover how it all began in this unmissable Skandar origi... MoreWorld of Skandar: The First Unicorn Rider: the must-have gift for fantasy adventure fans!

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