Diana Wynne Jones

Diana Wynne Jones

  • 4 stars across 55 books

Diana Wynne Jones (1934-2011) spent her childhood in Essex and began writing fantasy novels for children in the 1970s. With her unique combination of magic, humour and imagination, she enthralled generations of children and adults with her work. She won the Guardian Award in 1977 with Charmed Life, was runner-up for the Children's Book Award in 1981 and was twice runner-up for the Carnegie Medal.

5th March 2009

Howl’s Moving Castle

‘One of the greatest ever writers for children’ – Garth Nix ‘A true origi... MoreHowl’s Moving Castle

(9 reviews) Review
2nd April 2007

Charmed Life

"One of the wittiest, sharpest children’s fantasies ever written" – Katherine Rundell ... MoreCharmed Life

(4 reviews) Review
2nd October 2000

Mixed Magics

Glorious rejacket of the story collection set in the worlds of Chrestomanci. The stories featured in this coll... MoreMixed Magics

(2 reviews) Review
10th February 2000

Castle in the Air

A magical Arabian Nights tale from the captivating creator of fantasy, Diana Wynne Jones. The dazzling sequ... MoreCastle in the Air

(2 reviews) Review
6th December 2012

Conrad’s Fate

A magical adventure from Diana Wynne Jones, set in the worlds of Chrestomanci! Conrad is young, good at heart,... MoreConrad’s Fate

(2 reviews) Review
2nd January 2001

Wild Robert

In the grounds of Castlemaine is a peculiar mound, hidden by yew trees. People say it’s the grave of Wild Robert… ... MoreWild Robert

(1 review) Review
5th March 2009

House of Many Ways

A chaotically magical sequel to Howl’s Moving Castle. ‘One of the greates... MoreHouse of Many Ways

(1 review) Review
5th August 2010

Enchanted Glass

A brilliant, intricate and magical novel from the Godmother of British fantasy. When Andrew Hope's magician grandfather ... MoreEnchanted Glass

(1 review) Review
3rd November 2008

The Lives of Christopher Chant

Glorious new rejacket of a Diana Wynne Jones favourite, exploring the childhood of Chrestmanci – now a book with extra b... MoreThe Lives of Christopher Chant

(1 review) Review
4th February 2008

The Magicians of Caprona

Glorious new rejacket of a Diana Wynne Jones favourite, featuring Chrestomanci – now a book with extra bits! T... MoreThe Magicians of Caprona

(1 review) Review
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  • Deep Secret

    Deep Secret

    I definitely prefer it when Diana Wynne Jones writes for children rather than adults. I think this book was written for adults but it gets marketed an...

  • Conrad’s Fate

    Conrad’s Fate

    This is a typically brilliant DWJ story. Enough plot for three books but all expertly balanced and crafted into a single story. She never wrote down t...

  • Castle in the Air

    Castle in the Air

    I liked this book, but I found it quite hard to get into at the beginning, but it got better at the end. it was very Aladdin inspired 
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