Families who loved The Hocus Pocus Spell Book by Eric Geron often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is in a high-energy, imaginative mood or looking to extend the magic of their favorite spooky movies into their own creative play. This in-universe grimoire is a playful exploration of the world of the Sanderson Sisters, designed to look and feel like an authentic magical artifact. It blends silly spells and potion recipes with fictional history and snarky commentary from the iconic witches. While the tone is humorous and campy, the book encourages creative writing and world-building by showing how stories are constructed through lore and character voice. It is an ideal seasonal pick for middle-grade readers who enjoy the aesthetic of Halloween without wanting a truly terrifying experience. Parents will appreciate how it turns screen-time obsession into a tactile, literary adventure that celebrates wit and imagination.