A frosty day is perfect for being whisked away to a fantasy world with a wintery ambiance—from the comfort of your nice warm home, with a cup of hot chocolate close by! Here are some favorite frosty junior fantasy novels that have snowy, wintery settings.
Ice Wolves
By Amie Kaufman
Junior Fiction
This book is a fantasy favorite in general! It takes place in a world where kids can transform into either a dragon with fire powers or a wolf with ice powers–and the two are sworn enemies. The first book follows a group of kids at the wolf school and involves lots of ice magic.
Prisoner of Ice and Snow
By Ruth Lauren
Junior Fiction
The main character Valor gets sent to an impenetrable prison on purpose to try to find her sister. The book takes place in a fantasy world reminiscent of Russia that is very cold and snowy. This book has heist vibes and Valor has cool archery skills. It’s a great story for Ranger’s Apprentice fans.
Voyage of the Frostheart
By Jamie Littler
Junior Fiction
In this book, the whole land is a massive snowscape where dangerous snow leviathans lurk. The main character, Ash, has been cast out of his community for his ability to communicate with the leviathans, but his adventure begins when he secures a place on a ship called the Frostheart and sets off with clues left in a song his parents taught him.
Rise of the Dragon Moon
By Jamie Littler
Junior Fiction
When her mother gets taken by the dragons that threaten their land, princess Toli and her friends brave a frozen wasteland to rescue her. They take along a baby dragon, Ruby, whose egg they found in a cave. Great for those who love dragon books!
Icefall
By Matthew J. Kirby
Junior Fiction
Solveig and her siblings are waiting in a hidden fortress for news of their father’s victory in battle. No news comes and the icy conditions surrounding the fortress make it clear they will be trapped for a while. Then they begin to suspect there is a traitor in their midst. The Nordic setting and Viking culture make this great for mythology fans.
Frostfire
By Jamie Smith
Junior Fiction
Sabina is on a quest to see the sentient, magical glacier in the mountains. When an avalanche strikes, she is trapped on the icy mountain with enemy forces and uncovers a threat to her homeland while grappling with magic she doesn’t yet understand.
