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Soman Chainani
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Soman Chainani

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Soman Chainani is an American author and filmmaker best known for his internationally bestselling middle-grade and young adult fantasy series, The School for Good and Evil. His work frequently explores and subverts traditional fairy tale tropes, blending dark magic, humor, and complex coming-of-age themes. Beyond his flagship universe, he has also penned acclaimed works such as the fractured fairy tale collection Beasts and Beauty: Dangerous Tales.

The Princess Game

Soman Chainani

Mystery Short Stories
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The School for Good and Evil

The Last Ever After

Soman Chainani

Action Fairy Tales
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The School for Good and Evil

Quests for Glory

Soman Chainani

Adventure Fairy Tales
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The School for Good and Evil

A Crystal of Time

Soman Chainani

Action Adventure
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Young World

Soman Chainani

Action Adventure
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The School for Good and Evil

One True King

Soman Chainani

Action Adventure
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The School for Good and Evil

Rise of the School for Good and Evil

Soman Chainani

Action Fairy Tales
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The School for Good and Evil

Fall of the School for Good and Evil

Soman Chainani

Adventure Fantasy
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The School for Good and Evil

A World Without Princes

Soman Chainani

Fairy Tales Fantasy
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Coven

Soman Chainani

Action Fantasy
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Beasts and Beauty: Dangerous Tales

Soman Chainani, Julia Iredale

Adventure Fairy Tales
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The School for Good and Evil

The School for Good and Evil

Soman Chainani, Iacopo Bruno

Adventure Fairy Tales
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The School for Good and Evil

The Ever Never Handbook

Soman Chainani, Michael Blank

Fairy Tales Fantasy
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Flying Lessons & Other Stories

Kwame Alexander, Soman Chainani, Grace Lin, Jacqueline Woodson, Meg Medina, Kelly J. Baptist, Matt de la Peña, Tim Tingle, Ellen Oh

Anthologies Diverse Voices
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Because You Love to Hate Me: 13 Tales of Villainy

Amerie, Jesse George, Zoë Herdt, Samantha Lane, Sophia Lee, Raeleen Lemay, Christine Riccio, Steph Sinclair, Kat Kennedy, V.E. Schwab, Regan Perusse, Renée Ahdieh, Soman Chainani, Susan Dennard, Sarah Enni, Marissa Meyer, Cindy Pon, Samantha Shannon, Adam Silvera, Andrew Smith, April Genevieve Tucholke, Nicola Yoon, Benjamin Alderson, Sasha Alsberg, Whitney Atkinson, Tina Burke, Catriona Feeney

Anthologies Fairy Tales
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By: Soman Chainani
There are no happily-ever-afters in the brutal hallways of Chaminade High. The most popular girls in the school are being systematically targeted, each victim carefully arranged in a chilling and twisted fairy-tale display. These brutal crimes have shaken the community, pointing to a deeply disturbed killer who treats murder like a theatrical performance. To stop the terrifying violence, rookie detective Callum Pederson is sent deep undercover into the elite, secretive social circle known as the Princes. Navigating this wealthy and arrogant group of teenage boys requires intense focus and deception, as every single one of them seems to be hiding dark, terrible secrets. But the deeper Callum digs into their toxic world of power and privilege, the more dangerous his assignment becomes. He must unravel the twisted rules of their games before another girl loses her life, risking his own safety in the process. This gripping, dark thriller takes classic storybook tropes and twists them into a heart-pounding modern murder mystery that will keep you guessing.
Mystery Short Stories
13-18 Years 53 Pages
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The School for Good and Evil

The Last Ever After

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The storybook is rewriting itself, and this time, the villains are taking control. Former best friends Sophie and Agatha are now living entirely separate lives, convinced their shared fairy tale is officially over. Agatha has returned to Gavaldon with Tedros, hoping for a quiet life, while Sophie remains behind with the mysterious and handsome School Master. But a quiet life is impossible when the forces of Evil begin a massive, terrifying uprising. Old enemies are rising from the shadows, eager to change their historic defeats and turn the entire world completely upside down. With the heroes in terrible danger and the fairy-tale world collapsing into chaos, Agatha and Sophie must somehow find their way back to each other. They will have to confront their past mistakes and fight side by side to save the people they love. This thrilling, high-stakes conclusion tests the limits of their friendship and challenges everything they thought they knew about happy endings.
Action Fairy Tales Fantasy Friendship Magic
9-12 Years 704 Pages
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The School for Good and Evil

Quests for Glory

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Graduation was only the beginning of the real danger. The students of the School for Good and Evil have vanquished their greatest enemy, but now they face their most difficult challenge yet: the required fourth year quests. Everyone must step far beyond the safety of their classrooms and journey deep into the unpredictable Endless Woods. Success means eternal glory and a perfect fairy tale, but failure guarantees they will be forgotten forever. Agatha and Tedros are struggling to restore the ruined kingdom of Camelot to its former bright splendor, discovering that ruling is far harder than they imagined. Meanwhile, Dean Sophie is determined to reshape the entire concept of Evil into something brand new. As the quests rapidly plunge into total chaos and classmates find themselves in terrible peril, the old rivalries begin to resurface. The lines between hero and villain blur once again, forcing everyone to decide what they are truly willing to risk for victory.
Adventure Fairy Tales Fantasy Kings Queens
9-12 Years 576 Pages
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The School for Good and Evil

A Crystal of Time

By: Soman Chainani
A vicious traitor has stolen the legendary throne of Camelot. Tedros, the rightful king, is locked in a dark dungeon and sentenced to a terrible death. While Queen Agatha barely manages to escape into the wild, her best friend Sophie remains trapped inside the castle walls. Sophie is forced into a highly dangerous psychological game, preparing for a forced wedding to the fake king while secretly plotting a desperate rebellion. Time is running out rapidly, and the stakes have never been this deadly. Agatha and the remaining students from the School for Good and Evil must scramble to build a resistance, relying on their wits and untested magic to overthrow the imposter. As the false king begins rewriting the history of the Endless Woods, the heroes must risk absolutely everything to save their world from total erasure. This intense and dark chapter pushes every character to their absolute breaking point, testing the true strength of their loyalty.
Action Adventure Fairy Tales Fantasy
13-18 Years 640 Pages
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By: Soman Chainani
Step into an extraordinary new experience from the brilliant imagination of Soman Chainani. This highly anticipated adventure invites young readers to explore a fascinating landscape filled with mystery, wonder, and unforgettable moments. While the deepest secrets of this story remain carefully guarded, you can expect the same masterful storytelling and complex characters that have captured millions of hearts around the globe. Every page promises to challenge the way you think about heroes, villains, and the magic that connects them all. Prepare to navigate through thrilling obstacles, discover hidden truths, and embark on a journey that will keep you guessing until the very final chapter. Whether you are a lifelong fan or discovering his enchanting worlds for the very first time, this release is designed to spark your imagination and leave you completely breathless. Get ready to dive into an epic new tale where nothing is ever exactly as it seems, and every choice matters.
Action Adventure Fantasy Fiction
9-12 Years
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The School for Good and Evil

One True King

By: Soman Chainani
The ultimate battle for the crown has finally arrived. The legendary sword Excalibur has been pulled from the stone, but two rivals are claiming the right to rule Camelot. Because the magic sword refuses to choose, there is only one way to determine the absolute true king: a deadly and unpredictable competition. The Tournament of Kings will push the challengers through three brutal trials, testing their wisdom, strength, and courage to the breaking point. It is a desperate race to the finish line, where the winner will win the throne and the loser will lose their head. Sophie, Agatha, and all their friends are pulled into this terrifying conflict, realizing that the fate of the entire Endless Woods hangs in the balance. As secrets are exposed and old enemies strike from the shadows, the heroes must figure out who they can truly trust. Prepare for the most dramatic, heart-pounding conclusion yet, where the final lines of the fairy tale will be written in blood and magic.
Action Adventure Fairy Tales Fantasy Kings
9-12 Years 616 Pages
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The School for Good and Evil

Rise of the School for Good and Evil

By: Soman Chainani
Before Sophie and Agatha ever arrived, two brothers watched over the Endless Woods. One was born to lead the School for Good, and the other was born to rule the School for Evil. Together, they are responsible for choosing the students, training them for their fairy-tale fates, and keeping the balance of the world completely perfectly even. But keeping the peace is never as simple as it seems. When a strange and unexpected challenge threatens everything they have built, the brothers find themselves tested in ways they never imagined. As loyalty is questioned and courage is pushed to its absolute limits, the foundation of the schools begins to crack. Who will ultimately survive this epic clash, and who will claim the right to rule? Step back in time to uncover the hidden history and thrilling secrets that started it all. This daring prequel pulls you right into the origins of a legendary battle, revealing how the famous battle between heroes and villains truly began.
Action Fairy Tales Fantasy Magic Schools
9-12 Years 368 Pages
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The School for Good and Evil

Fall of the School for Good and Evil

By: Soman Chainani
What rises must eventually fall. For years, twin brothers Rhian and Rafal have watched over the Endless Woods, ruling the School for Good and Evil in exchange for power and immortality. One brother represents Good, and the other represents Evil. But every School Master must face a test, and theirs is the ultimate test of loyalty. When the bonds of blood are broken and loyalty is corrupted, the entire balance of their magical world is thrown into chaos. As tensions rise between the twins, a dangerous new threat emerges: Peter Pan is making a bold bid to take over the school. Now, the journey that started a hundred years ago is hurtling toward a thrilling, dangerous end. Who will survive the coming war? Who will fall? And what will become of the school and its students? Dive into this shocking, action-packed conclusion to the epic duology that brings the twin School Masters to the brink of destruction and changes the Endless Woods forever.
Adventure Fantasy Magic
9-12 Years 384 Pages
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The School for Good and Evil

A World Without Princes

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Your happily ever after is never guaranteed. Sophie and Agatha thought their adventures were completely finished when they safely returned to Gavaldon. But when Agatha secretly wishes she had chosen a different ending, she accidentally rips open the magical gates and sends them tumbling right back into a world that has completely changed. The traditional rules of heroes and villains have been shattered. Now, witches and princesses live together at the School for Girls, boldly deciding they no longer need princes to save them. Meanwhile, Tedros and the angry boys are banished to the decaying towers of Evil, heavily armed and preparing for a brutal fight. A massive war is brewing between the two schools, threatening to destroy everyone involved. To prevent total disaster and restore peace, Agatha and Sophie must navigate dangerous new alliances and figure out where their true loyalties lie. Surviving this fractured fairy tale will require more courage and cunning than ever before.
Fairy Tales Fantasy Friendship Magic Schools
9-12 Years 512 Pages
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By: Soman Chainani
Prepare to step into a mesmerizing world of dark magic, hidden secrets, and thrilling mysteries in this highly anticipated fantasy adventure. From the brilliant mind of bestselling author Soman Chainani comes a spellbinding new tale that will completely redefine everything you thought you knew about witches. When ancient magic begins to stir, the delicate balance of power is threatened, and a new generation must step up to uncover the truth. Packed with Chainani's signature blend of rich world-building, complex friendships, and unexpected twists, this story pulls you deep into a realm where nothing is exactly as it seems. You will have to question who to trust as dark forces gather and the ultimate test of loyalty and courage begins. If you love immersive fantasy worlds, fierce characters, and gripping magical battles, this is an adventure you will not want to put down. Get ready to discover the true power of the coven in a breathtaking journey that will keep you guessing until the very last page.
Action Fantasy Magic Witches
9-12 Years 13-18 Years
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Dangerous Tales

By: Soman Chainani , Julia Iredale
Do you love classic fairy tales but wish they had a new twist? Get ready to step into a world where everything you thought you knew about your favorite stories is about to change! In "Beasts and Beauty," author Soman Chainani takes twelve beloved tales and spins them into exciting new adventures. Imagine a prince waking up to a big surprise, a beauty who is as brave and strong as a beast, or a clever boy who learns to outsmart danger. These are not your grandmother's fairy tales! Each story is full of magic, mystery, and surprising turns that will keep you guessing. Discover new endings and unexpected heroes as you explore a world where familiar characters find themselves on brand-new journeys. Prepare for tales that are both thrilling and full of heart!
Adventure Fairy Tales Fantasy Magic Mystery Short Stories
9-12 Years 336 Pages
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The School for Good and Evil

The School for Good and Evil

By: Soman Chainani , Iacopo Bruno
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to go to a real fairy tale school? Get ready to discover a magical place where students are trained to be either a hero or a villain! This special collection brings together the first two exciting books in The School for Good and Evil series. Meet best friends Sophie and Agatha. Sophie dreams of being a princess, while Agatha is more of a gloomy misfit. But when they are mysteriously whisked away to the legendary School for Good and Evil, things don't go as planned. Sophie is dropped into the School for Evil, and Agatha lands in the School for Good! What does this mean for their destinies and their friendship? Join Sophie and Agatha as they navigate enchanted lessons, quirky classmates, and surprising twists around every corner. They'll need to figure out who they really are and what it truly means to be good, evil, or something in between. Can they survive a world that wants to pit them against each other and still find their own version of a Happily Ever After? Dive into a darkly magical adventure where nothing is quite what it seems!
Adventure Fairy Tales Fantasy Friendship Magic Schools
9-12 Years 13-18 Years 944 Pages
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The School for Good and Evil

The Ever Never Handbook

By: Soman Chainani , Michael Blank
Surviving the most dangerous school in the fairy tale world requires more than just luck. Whether you are destined to wear a glittering crown or cast a wicked curse, walking the enchanted halls of the School for Good and Evil is an incredibly risky endeavor. This essential guidebook is your absolute best chance for making it to graduation in one piece. Packed with crucial survival tips, you will discover exactly what it takes to master your classes, avoid deadly traps, and outsmart your fiercest rivals. Explore detailed maps of the mysterious campus, take personality quizzes to find your true placement, and study the portraits of famous alumni who came before you. You will even find exclusive insider interviews and hidden secrets that your teachers definitely do not want you to know. Perfect for any eager new student, this vibrant manual gives you all the tools you need to write your own legendary happy ending or glorious villainous triumph.
Fairy Tales Fantasy Interactive Books Magic Schools
9-12 Years 304 Pages
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By: Kwame Alexander , Soman Chainani , Grace Lin , Jacqueline Woodson , Meg Medina , Kelly J. Baptist , Matt de la Peña , Tim Tingle , Ellen Oh
Growing up is an adventure filled with wild dreams, embarrassing family fiascos, first crushes, and the challenge of navigating new neighborhoods. In this incredible collection of short stories, ten of the most brilliant authors writing today come together to celebrate exactly what makes every young person both unique and universally connected. You will meet a boy who just might possess magical powers, told entirely in rhythmic verse. You will read about an unbreakable friendship that survives against all odds, and follow a girl who uses wet paint to vividly color the world around her. Each distinct voice brings a fresh perspective to the struggles and triumphs of finding your place in the world. Whether you have ever felt like you did not quite fit in or you simply love a great tale of discovery, these bold stories will challenge and inspire you. Grab this anthology to experience a soaring journey through the beautiful, diverse tapestry of everyday life.
Anthologies Diverse Voices Friendship Short Stories
9-12 Years 240 Pages
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13 Tales of Villainy

By: Amerie , Jesse George , Zoë Herdt , Samantha Lane , Sophia Lee , Raeleen Lemay , Christine Riccio , Steph Sinclair , Kat Kennedy , V.E. Schwab , Regan Perusse , Renée Ahdieh , Soman Chainani , Susan Dennard , Sarah Enni , Marissa Meyer , Cindy Pon , Samantha Shannon , Adam Silvera , Andrew Smith , April Genevieve Tucholke , Nicola Yoon , Benjamin Alderson , Sasha Alsberg , Whitney Atkinson , Tina Burke , Catriona Feeney
History is always written by the victors, and fairy tales are no exception. The heroes get their happily ever after, while the defeated antagonists are written off as pure evil. But the wicked are finally reclaiming the narrative. Step into the shadows with thirteen fiercely original tales that completely rewrite the legends you thought you knew. In this unique collection, acclaimed writers team up with popular BookTubers to reveal the hidden truths behind the world's most notorious antagonists. From the cursed stare of Medusa to the shadowy nemesis of Sherlock Holmes, these stories strip away the myths to uncover the raw vengeance, defiance, and profound sorrow that forged these legendary foes. You will see familiar classics flipped upside down and discover that the line between hero and monster is razor-thin. Whether driven by broken hearts, societal betrayal, or a pure thirst for power, these complex characters demand to be heard. Prepare to question everything you have ever been told about your favorite stories. Once you experience the world from the dark side, no fairy tale will ever look the same.
Anthologies Fairy Tales Short Stories Villains
13-18 Years 369 Pages
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