Book Series for Young Readers | Kids & Young Adult Series
Book series for young readers
Discover a kids' book series that sparks imagination and nurtures a lifelong love of reading. Whether it’s page-turning tales or first chapter books for tween readers and young adults, there is a series to suit every age and stage.
For children who love to follow familiar characters across multiple books, series bring a sense of continuity and excitement that keeps them coming back. For those just starting their journey, these children’s books make reading rewarding and full of possibilities.
From the bestselling author of Alice-Miranda comes this humorous and heartfelt series about eight-year-old Willa and her best four-legged friend, Woof!
Meet kids all around Australia in this exciting series for emerging readers 6–8 years.
Series for beginner readers
Well-suited for children starting to read independently, these series for new readers support learning in an engaging way. With lively storytelling, expressive illustrations and accessible language, they help early readers build their skills.
You’ll find funny, fast-paced adventures alongside more heartfelt stories, offering variety and familiarity in equal measure. Suitable for beginner readers, each series encourages a sense of wonder and instils the joy of turning to the next page.
Greg Heffley is just a wimpy kid facing all the challenges of middle school.
Hoist the Jolly Roger, sharpen yer cutlass, and load the cannons - 'tis time for ye to EMBRACE YER INNER PIRATE!
Fawlty Towers meets Treehouse in Tim Harris’s brand-new series to make kids laugh out loud – and get their imaginations soaring.
Funny kids series
Full of humour and energy, these entertaining series are ideal for inviting new or younger readers. With lively storytelling, appealing visuals and plenty of comic moments, they make reading feel effortless and enjoyable.
Expect humorous scenarios, relatable family dynamics and expressive illustrations that bring each story to life. These are the books children return to for a laugh, building a love for reading along the way.
An action-packed spy-adventure series for girls and boys from bestselling author Jacqueline Harvey!
When girl detective Friday Barnes solves a bank robbery she uses the reward money to send herself to an exclusive boarding school that turns out to be a hotbed of crime.
This bestselling series follows the fortunes of Alice-Miranda, a perpetually positive and determined young girl who enjoys lots of adventures at school, and all over the world.
Twelve-year-old Percy Jackson learns that the gods of Olympus are alive and well in the 21st century.
Best series for 8–12 year olds
As readers’ confidence grows, older kids' book series offer richer storytelling, more developed characters and plots that invite deeper engagement. Perfect for ages 8–12, they build on early reading habits while introducing greater complexity.
Stories with higher stakes, evolving friendships and escapades that unfold across multiple books encourage sustained reading. With a wide range of genres and viewpoints, these series support readers as they develop their tastes and enjoyment of reading.
A dark, thrilling YA fantasy series by bestselling Australian author, Lynette Noni.
Twelve-year-old Percy Jackson learns that the gods of Olympus are alive and well in the 21st century.
Sixteen-year-old Jacob Portman discovers that the fairy tales his grandfather told him as a child are true.
Orphan Will is an apprentice Ranger who strives to keep the Kingdom of Araluen safe from invaders, traitors and threats.
In his award-winning fantasy trilogy, HIS DARK MATERIALS, Philip Pullman invents a richly detailed and marvellously imagined world that is complex and thought-provoking enough to enthrall readers of all ages.
A tetralogy of young adult high fantasy novels by Christopher Paolini, including Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr and Inheritance.
The Maximum Ride novels for young adults feature 6 teenagers who are 98% human and 2% avian.
Top trending teen series
Popular young adult book series draw readers in with compelling voices, vivid backdrops and creative narratives that are easy to revisit. These books often spark curiosity and conversation, drawing teens in and encouraging them to keep reading.
With a range of genres, themes, ideas and subject matters, these series become the stories that shape a lifelong connection with books.
You'll find superheroes, supervillains and super-hilarious adventures in this graphic novel series by Gavin Aung Than.
This is the one where Zeus, God of the Sky, thinks I've stolen his lightning bolt – and making Zeus angry is a very bad idea.
As she hurtles towards danger in the cold far North, Lyra never suspects the shocking truth: she alone is destined to win, or to lose, the biggest battle imaginable.
A collection of Manga graphic novels based on Maximum Ride by James Patterson.
Graphic novel series
Graphic novel series offer a dynamic reading experience, combining expressive storytelling with artwork to bring characters and settings to life. For many young readers, this format offers a fresh approach to narrative and a natural entry point into reading.
All young readers series
From early childhood favourites to adventurous reads, we offer a variety of characters, universes and storytelling styles that grow with young readers.
Alongside beloved classics such as Peter Rabbit, you’ll find much-loved titles like Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Percy Jackson, as well as captivating series for younger audiences, including Emma Memma. With so many options, our Popular Books help build lasting reading habits while making each new instalment something to look forward to.
Find a young reader’s favourite new series
Kids’ and young adult book series offer familiar characters, continuing storylines and a sense of momentum that encourages readers to keep turning the page. As stories unfold across multiple books, they help build confidence, deepen understanding and foster empathy through characters readers come to know over time.
If you’re looking to support a growing reader or searching for a thoughtful gift, a new series is a rewarding place to start. You can also find a wide range of non-fiction books for young readers that offer engaging ways to learn and stay curious beyond fiction.
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More kid series recommendations
These latest children’s series span a wide range of genres, including humour, adventure, fantasy, friendship and mystery. With familiar characters and ongoing storylines, these books offer something for a wide range of ages.