Explore Popular Kids’ Book Series on Hoopla

Popular Kids’ Book Series Are Free on Hoopla

Popular book series can turn reluctant readers into lifelong book lovers (or at least book likers). With series, kids who get involved in a character or plot will want to keep reading to find out what is going to happen. Next thing you know, you’ve got a kid who likes to read on your hands!  

At Hoopla, we have a lot of kids’ series—every title in the whole group—and they’re always free with your library card. We’re talking fantasy adventures, laugh-out-loud comics, mysteries, spooky stories, and more. Hoopla offers a huge collection of books for kids to explore instantly. Here is more information about some beloved book series to keep young readers excited to turn the page. 

Find out what each series is about and who wrote it. Learn the order in which the books are intended to be read. Meet all the main characters and get an idea of the overall theme of the books. And then dive in. 

Fantasy Book Series Kids Love 

Fantasy stories continue to top the list of popular kids’ books, especially for readers who love to get swept away to magical worlds with unforgettable characters.

Wings of fire ebook series cover art on a dragon lair background

Fans of epic adventures can dive into Tui T. Sutherland’s Wings of Fire series, where dragon tribes, prophecies, and action-packed journeys make every book hard to put down. 

The Chronicles of Narnia

For classic fantasy, families can revisit the timeless The Chronicles of Narnia series by C.S. Lewis, filled with magic, talking animals, and heroic adventures.

Harry Potter Book Series Free on Hoopla

Looking for wizarding adventures? Hoopla has the whole Harry Potter series, by J.K. Rowling.

Dive Into The Empyrean Series Free on Hoopla

Older readers and teens looking for fantasy romance can also enjoy Fourth Wing and the Empyrean series on Hoopla (written by Rebecca Yarros).

Funny and Relatable Book Series 

Some of the best book series for children are the ones that make them laugh. 

Diary of a Wimpy Kid cover art on a blue background

Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney remains one of the most popular children’s books series for middle-grade readers. Greg Heffley’s awkward school adventures make reading fun and approachable.

Big Nate header graphic show casing some of the Big Nate titles and cover art

Another favorite is Big Nate by Lincoln Peirce, packed with classroom chaos, jokes, and comic-style storytelling that appeals to reluctant readers.

Mystery and Spooky Books for Kids 

Love suspense and adventure? Hoopla has plenty of reading books for kids who love mystery and thrills. 

Boxcar Children audiobook cover art and logo

The Boxcar Children combines family teamwork with exciting mysteries that have entertained generations of readers. The first 19 titles in the series were written by Gertrude Chandler Warner. Various authors have written the dozens of sequels that follow.

A black background with green goo or slime running down onto a collection of Goosebump ebooks, comics, graphic novels, and audiobooks.

Kids who enjoy spooky fun can jump into Goosebumps by R.L. Stine, one of the most recognizable book series for young readers.

Discover More Popular Kids Books on Hoopla 

Finding the right popular book series can help children build confidence, improve reading habits, and discover stories they truly enjoy. With Hoopla, kids can instantly borrow eBooks, audiobooks, and comics at no cost, using just their library card! Lifelong reading, here we come!

*Titles may vary by library