We can no longer deny that Rowling has, is, and will continue to harm the trans community with her hateful words and actions, including her decision to fund attacks on the rights of trans people.

While the wizarding world has been a place of acceptance, joy and magic for so many, continuing to buy Rowling's books, movies or merchandise, watching the new TV show and participating in forums that keep the series relevant will never be worth the harm it causes to trans people who just want to live their lives in peace.

If you own books, movies, etc. that still bring you joy, we aren't telling you what you can and cannot read or watch. But for the people who want to find new media that deserve their support and that they can find new magic and comfort in, here's a list of books, movies, and TV shows that people who loved Harry Potter may enjoy.

This list will be periodically updated with recommendations from the sub and the comments bellow. Books, graphic novels, and manga are sorted by their intended audiences.

Instead of Harry Potter, try...

Children's Books

Animorphs by K. A. Applegate

Five teenage humans and their alien friend Ax gain the power to transform into any animal they touch. They use their abilities to stop a secret alien invasion.

The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S Lewis

This series of seven books takes place in the magical land of Narnia. When Lucy Pevensie discovers an entrance to Narnia in an old wardrobe, she and her siblings learn that the land has been cursed with eternal winter by the White Witch, and that they may be able to free it of her cold grasp in The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.

The Deptford Mice by Robin Jarvis

A trilogy of dark fantasy children's novels that follows a young mouse named Audrey Brown and her friends as they fight the evil sewer rat Jupiter.

Keeper of the Lost Cities by Shannon Messenger

Sophie can read minds. She's managed to hide it from her family and had always thought that something was wrong with her until she meets Fitz, an elf her age with the same power who shows her the Lost Cities - places where beings and creatures of myth hide from the humans of Earth. The series has many similarities with Harry Potter, such as rare magical abilities, a school of magic, mythical creatures, and a series of mysteries that Sophie must solve to uncover her origins.

The Mysterious Benedict Society series by Trenton Lee Stewart

When four children are taken in by the eccentric Mr. Benedict after a test of their intellectual abilities, they must work together to stop Ledroptha Curtain from taking over the world.

The series has all sorts of puzzles and riddles in the story that you can solve, and there's a TV show of the same name based off of the novels.

The Nomes Trilogy (Truckers, Diggers, and Wings) by Terry Pratchett

The Nomes, a race of tiny people from another world, now live hidden among humans and struggle to survive on earth. When they learn of their history from an artefact known as "The Thing", they prepare to return to their original home.

A similar novel, The Borrowers by Mary Norton, follows the Clocks--a tiny family who borrow things they need from 'human beans'--has both a live action movie of the same name and a Studio Ghibli animated film (The Secret world of Arrietty) based on it.

Discworld, another series by Terry Pratchett, has no strict target audience and can be enjoyed by many ages. Some of the novels in the series can be quite dark and may not be the best for children, but would be fine for young adult readers.

The Nevermoor series by Jessica Townsend

The series centres around Morrigan Crow, a cursed child living in the Wintersea Republic fated to die on the last day of the year, Eventide. When it comes time for her to die on Eventide day, she is saved by Jupiter North and taken to the city of Nevermoor, where Jupiter is a hotel owner and member of the Wundrous Society, a prestigious institution where each member has a "knack", a supernatural ability that allows them to be better than average.

Percy Jackson and the Olympians (or really anything) by Rick Riordan

Riordan's many children's series (also enjoyed by young adults) have been praised for their inclusivity of queer and neurodivergent characters. His books feature and revolve around the legends and mythologies of Ancient Greece, Rome, Scandinavia and Egypt.

Percy Jackson discovers that his ADHD and dyslexia are signs of his demigod heritage and is quickly whisked away to Camp Half-blood when monsters of Greek myths begin to track him down. There, he learns that the cabins house the children of the Greek gods, and that the myths and legends of the world are based on truth. He begins to train in order to take on the monsters Half-bloods naturally attract and is sent on adventures to find the Golden Fleece, slay ancient beings, and protect the hidden world of the demigods.

In addition, look out for Rick Riordan Presents books, other children's fiction based on world mythologies he's given his support to in order to help them gain the attention they need.

Phoebe and her Unicorn by Dana Simpson

9-year-old Phoebe Howell befriends a unicorn, Marigold Heavenly Nostrils, in this charming comic series by trans author Dana Simpson, who has spoken out against transphobia in media and advocated for more respectfully diverse characters in children's books. Her series has been compared to other lovable comics such as Calvin & Hobbes, Wallace the Brave and Crabgrass.

The Redwall series by Brian Jacques

A long and fantastical tale spanning many books and following the lives of mice, hedgehogs, hares, badgers, and the like living in a magical world of danger and adventure. The series is named after Redwall Abbey, the home of many a hero and of many a seasonal feast.

The Unwanteds by Lisa Mcmann

In The Unwanteds, a Dystopian/Fantasy, children are sorted in the dull city of Cree into Necessaries, Wanteds, and Unwanteds. Unwanted children are sent to their death for showing their individuality by way of the arts (drawing, writing, dancing, singing), all of which are banned or strictly controlled in Cree. Only, the children don't die, but are taken to the land of Artimé by Mr. Today, who teaches the children how to hone their talents and master magic, in preparation for the time their new home is discovered.

The Wilderlore series by Amanda Foody

A boy who accidentally bonds with a magical Beast must set off on an adventure in the mysterious Woods in this whimsical middle grade fantasy--perfect for fans of Nevermoor and How to Train Your Dragon.

Wizard's Hall by Jane Yolen

Henry is sent to Wizard's Hall to be trained to become a wizard. There, he gets a new name, causes trouble, and discovers that he is one of the students being prepared to fight the evil wizard Nettle and his Beast.

The Worst Witch series by Jill Murphy

Mildred Hubble is considered the worst student at Miss Cackle's Academy for Witches. Her and her two friends form a rivalry with snobby and vindictive Ethel Hallow in a series that covers one school term each book. Has a similar feel to Harry Potter books 1-3.

The Young Wizards series by Diane Duane

A series of books revolving around two protagonists, Nita and Kit, and themes of death, sacrifice, and religion.

Teens/Young Adults

Black Clover by Yuki Tabata

In a world where people are born with the ability to use magic, Asta--a young boy without any magic power--is given a rare grimoire that grants him anti-magic abilities in this fantasy manga. With his fellow mages from the Black Bulls, Asta plans to become the next Wizard King.

The Elemental Logic series by Laurie J. Marks

The people of the realm of Shaftal struggle to understand themselves and the elemental powers their natures--or logics--give them. Many of its lead characters are female, queer, or both.

The Fangirl novel and manga series and the Simon Snow series by Rainbow Rowell

Fangirl follows twin sisters Cath and Wren as they begin their freshman year of college. Most of Cath's time is spent writing fan-fiction for the in-universe fictional Simon Snow series. The novel tackles themes of 'growing out' of and finding comfort in fandoms, the challenges of sisterhood and college life and relationships, and what it means to be a 'real' writer.

Rowell then wrote Carry On Simon and Wayward Son, two novels expanding on her fictional Simon Snow series. They've been compared to Drarry fanfictions for the enemies-to-lovers plot between two young men who are students in a school of magic.

Fangirl was also made into a four part manga series.

The Foundling by Charlotte Bronte

In the 17-year-old author's imagined kingdom of Verdopolis, Edward Sydney discovers his real name and details of his birth after the death of his adoptive father.

The Giver series by Lois Lowry

While this quadrilogy and the movie based on the first novel are largely geared towards young adults, some children would be able to understand and enjoy them with parental guidence.

The first book, the Giver, follows 12-year-old Jonas and his life in a dystopian world of peace and control. When he's assigned the job of Receiver, he begins to learn about how the world used to be under the guidance of the Giver.

The series has elements of magic in it, too, and follows the intertwining stories of multiple characters in a unique dystopian world.

Hella by David Garrold

Kyle, a neurodivergent man seen as a sort of savant among his fellow colonizers, explores the harsh environment of the planet Hella, where everything from plants to creatures to storms are absolutely huge compared to Earth's.

Hell Followed with Us by Andrew Joseph White

A Dystopian/Fantasy/Horror whose transgender lead, Benji, escapes a doomsday cult after being infected with a virus. Despite this, he's invited to join a group of rebels, so long as he controls his mutation.

His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman

A trilogy by Philip Pullman that follows Lyra Belacqua as she searches for a missing friend and discovers a kidnapping plot related to an invisible cosmic substance called 'Dust.'

Howl's Moving Castle and The Worlds of Chrestomanci by Dianna Wynne Jones

In Howl's Moving Castle, Sophie Hatter spends her time keeping the family hat shop in business and trying not to worry about the recent sightings of the Wizard Howl's castle in the foothills around the city. He's said to be an evil wizard who eats the hearts of pretty girls, but Sophie isn't too worried about that. When she's transformed into an old woman by the Witch of the Waste, Sophie gets swept up into an adventure alongside an enchanted scarecrow, Calcifer the fire demon, and even Howl, who's not as bad as he's made out to be.

The Worlds of Chrestomanci is a six book series taking place in the Twelve Related Worlds and revolving around a powerful nine-lived enchanter known as Chrestomanci. It follows multiple characters in a multiverse of magical worlds.

Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao

A mecha reimagining of the rise and rule of China's first and only female Emperor Wu Zetian set in the nation of Huaxia, a futuristic interpretation of Medieval China.

Lockwood & Co. by Jonathan Stroud

A supernatural thriller following Anthony Lockwood, Lucy Carlyle and George Cubbins, the operatives of a psychic detection agency, as they fight ghosts in London, England.

The Raven Tower by Ann Leckie

This book, with a similar plot to Shakespeare's Hamlet but with new themes and the presence of deities and gods, tells the story of Mawat and his plan to overthrow his usurper uncle.

RWBY by Monty Oum

This manga's world is set in the fictional world of Remnant, young people train to become warriors ("Huntsmen" and "Huntresses") to protect their world from monsters called Grimm. The name RWBY is derived from the four main protagonists' forenames: Ruby Rose, Weiss Schnee, Blake Belladonna, and Yang Xiao Long.

Witch Hat Atelier by Kamome Shirahama

Coco has always wanted to be a witch, and when she discovers the secrets of magic, she begins a journey to fulfill her dream and restore her mother--who she accidently turned into stone--back to life.

Adults

The Discworld Series by Terry Platchett

A collection of stories all united by their being set on the magical Discworld. The novels often satirize classic fantasy and science fiction, mythology, and folklore, and also include commentary on contemporary cultural, political and scientific issues. Many of the books in the series can be enjoyed by children and young adults as well.

The Goblin Emperor by Katherine Addison

Maia, a young man with both Elven and Goblin heritage, is suddenly thrust into the position of emperor of the Elflands and must navigate the racial and social tension around his new position of power.

The Hobbit and the Lord of the Rings series by JRR Tolkien

Tolkien's Middle Earth changed worldbuilding forever, and not just in the fantasy genre. His many books span the history of Middle Earth, from its creation being put into motion by song to the tales of two hobbits and their quests to destroy the One Ring save the world from the dark lord Sauron and to steal the Arkenstone from a mighty dragon and take back the lost city of Erebor.

Middle Earth has everything the fantasy genre has come to represent, because in many ways Tolkien defined and changed the fantasy genre forever.

Movies

The Chronicles of Narnia

Three of C.S. Lewis's seven books were made into films, all of them following the adventures of the Pevensie children in the magical land of Narnia.

The Company of Wolves

A British gothic fantasy horror film that follows Rosaleen, a young girl with a similar story to little red riding hood.

The Hobbit trilogy and The Lord of the Rings trilogy

In The Hobbit, Bilbo Baggins leaves the peace and quiet of the Shire and joins the quest of twelve dwarves and the wizard Gandalf to steal the Arkenstone, slay the dragon Smaug and take back the lost city of Erebor.

In The Lord of the Rings, Frodo Baggins and the Fellowship of the Ring must make the perilous journey to Mount Doom and destroy the One Ring before the dark lord Sauron destroys Middle Earth as they know it.

Howl's Moving Castle, Kiki's Delivery Service, and Spirited Away

These three classics by Studio Ghibli are known for their magic, cozy feel, complex characters and fantastic storytelling.

In Howl's, Sophie Hatter is transformed into an old woman by the evil Witch of the Waste and is swept up into an adventure alongside an enchanted scarecrow, Calcifer the fire demon, and even the dreaded wizard Howl, who's not as bad as he's made out to be.

In Kiki's, the title character leaves her home in the next step of becoming a witch, but she runs into trouble when she loses her ability to fly and communicate with her cat, Jiji. She must learn to make her way in a new place with new people, delivering goods from a bakery in the meantime.

In Spirited Away, Chihiro and her family are sidetracked on their way to a new home by mysterious ruins, and her parents are transformed into pigs! She becomes trapped in a world of spirits and must find a way out in order to save them before it's too late.

K-Pop Demon Hunters

A K-Pop girl group known as Huntrix lead double lives as demon hunters. Their battle to keep the demon realm from spilling into earth leads them into opposition with the Saja Boys, a boy band whose members are secretly demons. The film's bubbly main characters and plot are driven by themes of belonging, shame, and never giving up.

Legend (1985)

This epic dark fantasy film revolves around Jack, a pure being who must stop the Lord of Darkness who plots to cover the world with eternal night.

The Spiderwick Chronicles

Upon moving into the run-down Spiderwick Estate with their mother, twin brothers Jared and Simon Grace, along with their sister Mallory, find themselves pulled into an alternate world full of faeries and other creatures.

Strange World

Three generations of the Clade family explore a mysterious world hidden beneath their island home.

Young Sherlock Holmes

Sherlock Holmes and Watson meet at boarding school and investigate a string of bizarre, drug induced suicides linked to an ancient Egyptian cult.

TV Shows

The Amazing Digital Circus

The newly named Pomni awakes in the cyberspace of The Amazing Digital Circus with no memory of her real name, how she got there, or how to return to her normal life. She meets a gang of similar strangers, all of whom have, for the most part, accepted their fate and have managed to keep themselves from going insane and Abstracting.

While each struggles with their mental wellbeing and the effects of being stuck in a world away from their real lives, Pomni, Ragatha, Jax, Gangle, Kinger and Zoomble go on various quests created by the Circus's native, Cain, while trying to find an exit that may not exist. The series is free to watch on YouTube.

Endeavour

If you enjoyed Newt Scamander or Tina Goldstein of the Fantastic Beasts series, you will likely enjoy Endeavour, a 9 season show whose lead is essentially Newt with Tina's job. E. Morse, an awkward man and inventive detective, solves crimes along with a cast of unique characters in 1960s Oxford.

His Dark Materials

A fantasy drama based on the trilogy by Philip Pullman that follows Lyra Belacqua as she searches for a missing friend and discovers a kidnapping plot related to an invisible cosmic substance called 'Dust.' Just remember to avoid watching it on HBO, at least for now.

The Letter to the King

A coming-of-age fantasy adventure television series inspired by the classic 1962 Dutch novel of the same name by Tonke Dragt. Perfect if you're in the mood for a wholesome, good old fashioned Arthurian style quest.

Lockwood and Co.

In an alternate version of present-day Britain, ghosts, known as visitors, have been rising from their graves for the past 50 years. Unlike adults, children have the ability to see them, and Lucy Carlyle, a psychically gifted teenager, runs away from home in the hope of catching on at a ghost hunting agency. Running out of options, she applies for a job at a tiny outfit run by two boys in an old townhouse: Lockwood & Co.

My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic

An animated television series based on Hasbro's My Little Pony franchise. The story follows a studious pony named Twilight Sparkle, her dragon assistant, Spike, and her friends, Applejack, Rarity, Fluttershy, Rainbow Dash, and Pinkie Pie. The six ponies, collectively known as the "Mane Six", go on adventures and help others around Equestria, solving problems with their friendships.

The Owl House

An animated fantasy show that's gained wide acclaim for LGBTQ+ representation. When Luz Noceda stumbles upon a portal to the Demon Realm, she is whisked away on a journey to fulfil her dream of becoming a witch along with 'the Owl Lady' and her demon housemate, King.

When Disney announced the show would be cut short due to its style and audience being 'inconsistent with the company's brand,' creator Dana Terrace finished the show before leaving Disney and starting a new one, The Knights of Guinevere, for Glitch Productions. Her new show is more adult-oriented and is described by Glitch as a 'sci-fi psychological thriller.'

Percy Jackson and the Olympians

A reboot of the children's series by Rick Riordan.

Percy Jackson discovers that his ADHD and dyslexia are signs of his demigod heritage and is quickly whisked away to Camp Half-blood when monsters of Greek myths begin to track him down. There, he learns that the cabins house the children of the Greek gods, and that the myths and legends of the world are based on truth. He begins to train in order to take on the monsters Half-bloods naturally attract and is sent on adventures to find the Golden Fleece, slay ancient beings, and protect the hidden world of the demigods.

Power Rangers: Mystic Force

The 14th installment of Power Rangers that follows a group of young men and women chosen to defend Briarwood and Root Core from the Morlocks.

WandaVision and Agatha All Along

WandaVision is a sitcom-style, 1-season show following the Marvel superheroes Scarlet Witch and Vision--both living their perfect suburban life--as they begin to discover that not everything is as it seems.

Agatha All Along is a 1-season spin-off and sequel to WandaVision based on the Marvel supervillain of the same name. When she's helped to break free from a spell, Agatha's savior begs her to take him on the legendary Witches' Road, a magical gauntlet of trials that, if survived, rewards a witch with what they’re missing. Together, Agatha and this mysterious boy pull together a desperate coven and set off.

Wednesday

Wednesday Addams is sent by her eccentrically dark family to Nevermore, a school for outcasts like herself. When monster appears in the woods surrounding the school and the people in the nearby town begin to suspect the students, Wednesday must solve murders and disappearances while trying to avoid being caught, accused, or expelled.