Books about witches for children and teens
Witches books for children with titles by Roald Dahl, C. S. Lewis, Jill Murphy, Cressida Cowell, Diana Wynne Jones, Eiko Kadono, Kelly Barnhill, V. E. Schwab, Elle McNicoll, and Ciannon Smart.
Recommended reading books for primary and secondary aged children in the UK
Yvette Fielding is a British author and television presenter known for her work in children’s literature and factual television. She began her career in broadcasting at a young age and became the youngest presenter of the BBC’s Blue Peter. Fielding is also recognised for her role as the host of the paranormal investigation series Most Haunted.
In addition to her television career, Fielding has written books for children. Her debut children’s novel, The House in the Woods, was published by Andersen Press in 2021. The book introduces readers to a group of young ghost hunters and is aimed at middle-grade readers. Fielding has drawn on her experience in paranormal television to create stories that blend adventure with supernatural elements.
Yvette Fielding’s first children’s book, The House in the Woods, was published by Andersen Press in 2021.

Witches books for children with titles by Roald Dahl, C. S. Lewis, Jill Murphy, Cressida Cowell, Diana Wynne Jones, Eiko Kadono, Kelly Barnhill, V. E. Schwab, Elle McNicoll, and Ciannon Smart.
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