If you’ve already watched Avatar and want to continue the fun, here are some books with elements that will bring you right back into the adventure. If you’ve ever imagined an alternate universe where Zuko is the hero, check out The Sapphire Altar. If you’ve enjoyed the world, you may enjoy Song of the Huntress. A Flame in the North and Warrior of the Wind are perfect for fans of the hero’s journey. The loveable characters and thrilling adventures in these books are perfect for any longtime fans or newcomers to the Avatar franchise.
For longtime fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender or any newcomers comes this picture book about a hero’s becoming. Aang will need to master all four elements quickly if he wants to save the world. Thankfully, he’s not alone and has Katara, Sokka, Toph, and Appa to teach him how to bend the elements and grow his confidence. With exciting and inspiring moments of Aang’s path, this is a welcome addition to the beloved franchise.
Centuries have passed since the Great Enemy was defeated, but people in the South still light ritual fires to banish the dark. Solveig, a girl favored by the gods with powerful fire magic, performs this duty in her village. Things take a turn when her brother kills a Northern lord’s son during the ritual. Sol has to face the punishment by being weregild, part hostage, part guest, in the North for a year and a day. As she travels toward her captivity, she realizes the Black Land is no myth. Sol must learn to master her powers if she wants to help save the world.
The Rebellion’s attack set countless prisoners free and brought attention to the unfairness in the Palazzo’s structure. As the Ombrazian power structure starts to crack, Damian Venturi’s own façade is also unraveling. On the other hand, Rossana Lacertosa should feel victorious for all her accomplishments. Yet, war with Brechaat rages on. When an Ombrazian general arrives and starts shipping some of their friends up north. Roz and Damian have no choice but to journey toward Brechaat to free those who matter most to them.
Cyrus was trained as an assassin to oust the invading Empire from his kingdom. But he wants out. His price for vengeance may be too high and his old master is keeping too many secrets to be trusted. The mask he wears to become the legendary “Vagrant” started whispering to him in the dark.With the Empire sending its full force against Cyrus’ floundering revolution, he’ll have to decide whether to become the thing he dears or lose the country he loves. This book is perfect for Avatar fans who enjoyed watching Zuko’s journey in redeeming his name.
Inspired by the pre-colonial empires of West Africa, this is a sweeping epic of forgotten magic and violent conquests. After their escape from Bassa, Lilong and Danso have finally found safety in a vagabond colony. Every person is a threat and whispers of magic have roused those who want power. Lilong wants to return the Diwi, the ibor heirloom, to her people. The journey home will be filled with twists, unexpected allies, and fabled enemies. Surviving the journey is the least of their worries. Something ancient and uncontrollable awakes. The trouble that lies ahead will need more than the ibor to be resolved.
In Britain 60 AD, Herla makes a desperate pact with the king of the Otherworld to save her lover, land, and people. After years in his realm, she escapes to find everyone she’s loved long dead. Herla is cursed to wield his blade and becomes the Lord of the Hunt, where she’ll ride with her immortal warriors and reap wandering souls. It’s no coincidence when she meets Queen of Wessex, Æthel. Æthel is a proven fighter. When her husband’s court turns against her, King Ine needs her more than ever. Their only hope is with the magic in his bloodline that’s been dormant for centuries. The dead kings are waking and Herla and Æthel will need to work together if they want to save the people of Britain, and break Herla’s curse, before it’s too late.
Emily Hoang is a writer and editor, who is obsessed with haunted houses, ghosts, and dreams. More info can be found on her website.
