What do a three-legged dog and a magic lamp have in common? They’re both found in books like Percy Jackson and the Olympians!

Kids who read Rick Riordan’s books usually want to get their hands on more adventure stories that are similar, so I put together this list of books like Percy Jackson. You can never have too many books based on legends and mythology!

You’re going to love each of these adventure stories for Percy Jackson fans. For example, The Storm Runner by J.C. Cervantes is a fast-paced, funny, and action-packed adventure for kids ages 10 and up. It’s based on Mayan mythology, so there are ancient gods, magic, and monsters galore! You’ll also find books based on Norse, Latin American, Caribbean, and Hindu legends and mythology.

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Books Like Percy Jackson to Read Next

The Storm Runner by J. C. Cervantes

Rick Riordan published The Storm Runner through his new imprint, Rick Riordan Presents! Zane Obispo has a limp, a faithful dog, and a volcano in his backyard. When a mysterious girl shows up at school spouting nonsense about an ancient prophecy, Zane has no idea his life is about to change forever. With plenty of action and humor, Zane goes on a quest to defeat the god of destruction before it’s too late.

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Aru Shah and the End of Time by Roshani Chokshi

Another title from Rick Riordan Presents, this is a contemporary adventure about Hindu gods, demons, and an ancient Hindu poem. With plenty of laugh-out-loud moments, vengeful gods, and page-turning action, kids that loved Percy Jackson will adore this book.

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Charlie Hernandez and the League of Shadows by Ryan Calejo

When Charlie starts to experience weird bodily manifestations, he gets swept into an ancient battle involving the nightmarish monsters straight out of his grandmother’s stories. This is a contemporary adventure based on ancient Latin American legends, mythology, and folklore.

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Loki’s Wolves by K. L. Armstrong and M. A. Marr

Everyone loves the way Percy Jackson provides a modern spin on ancient Greek mythology. Loki’s Wolves provides a similar experience with Norse mythology. As descendants of Thor and Loki, it falls to Matt, Laurie, and Fen to find Thor’s hammer and shield and protect the world from the vengeful god Ragnorak.

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Jack Templar, Monster Hunter by Jeff Gunhus

The day before his fourteenth birthday, things start to change for Jack. He’s stronger than he’s ever been and things are looking up. But then a mysterious girl tells him about his monster-hunting heritage and how he only has one day before dozens of monsters will come looking for him. Suddenly, things aren’t looking so great anymore.

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Atlantis Rising by T. A. Barron

A street urchin named Promi teams up with a girl named Atlanta to save their world from an ages-old war between good and evil. But they never expect their vow to each other to bring about the creation of the magical island Atlantis.

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Seven Wonders series by Peter Lerangis

In a few months, Jack McKinley is going to die unless he can locate seven magic Loculi hidden deep in the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. This fast-paced adventure is perfect for kids that enjoyed Percy Jackson.

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Pegasus series by  Kate O’Hearn

When Pegasus collides with a Manhattan roof during a storm, Emily finds herself at the center of a battle between the Roman gods and terrifying warriors called Nirads. Together with some new friends, Emily takes on monsters, a government agency, and even learns to fly (on Pegasus).

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The Jumbies by Tracey Baptiste

Corrine isn’t afraid of the Jumbies. They’re just spooky stories adults made up to get their children to behave. But when a mysterious stranger shows up in town, Corrine’s world is about to change forever. This hair-raising fantasy is steeped in Caribbean legend and folklore. If you’re looking for books like Percy Jackson with a healthy dose of chills, you’ll want this series on your radar!

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Dragon Pearl by Yoon Ha Lee

Star Trek meets Percy Jackson in this deep space adventure. Min feels suffocated by the strict rules in her house and longs to use her magic. But when her older brother goes missing from his battleship, Min knows something is wrong. She goes after him, determined to find both her brother and the legendary Dragon Pearl.

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What other books like Percy Jackson have you and your kids read? Tell me about them in the comments!