A Clash of Kings by George R.R. Martin SF MAR
Two great leaders are dead and a summer of peace and plenty is coming to an end. Now, pretenders to the Iron Throne of the Seven Kingdoms are poised to stake their claims of succession through whatever means necessary. A continuation of Martin's Song of Ice and Fire series.

Crystal Cave by Mary Stewart FIC STE
Born the son of a Welsh princess, Merlin's powers set him apart from a very early age, forcing him to leave home. When he returns, it is as a young man made strong by self-knowledge and magic. The first in a series of four books, the Crystal Cave concentrates on the early life of Merlin and the political development of fifth-century Britian.

Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card SF CAR
When he is drafted to Battle School, Ender Wiggins discovers his destiny. With skills that make him a respected leader, this child genius may be called upon to save Earth from an inevitable attack by aliens.

Little, Big by John Crowley FIC CRO
For over four generations the Drinkwater family have lived in a house on the magical border of an other world. This house, Edgewood, is the Drinkwater's doorway to the fairies and to a world they don't quite understand. As time goes by, however, their place in this magical world becomes clearer.

Mists of Avalon by Marion Zimmer Bradley FIC BRA
Viviane's quest is to find a king who will be loyal to Avalon and to Christianity. This legendary saga of King Arthur, Camelot and the battles that take place is told as it happened, but it is told from the perspective of the women involved.

Neverending Story by Michael Ende FIC END
Shy, awkward Bastian is amazed to discover that he has become a character in the mysterious book he is reading. When he steps through the pages of the book, he finds himself on a dangerous quest in a magical kingdom. He also finds out he has an important mission to fulfill.

Ombria in Shadow by Patricia McKillip SF MCK
The death of a prince pushes a city into chaos. No one, not even the rightful heir, will stand in the way of a sinister great-aunt determined to seize power.

Paladin of Souls by Lois McMaster Bujold SF BUJ
Freed from her duties by the death of her mother, Ista is free to undertake a pilgrimage. That freedom however is jeopardized by war and demons and Ista is called upon to defend her homeland.

Parable of the Talents by Octavia Butler SF BUT
Based on the teachings of Earthseed, Acorn was a hard-working and prosperous community. Now that community is threatened when society collapses and fanatics threaten its existence.

Ringworld by Larry Niven SF NIV
The Earth is dying. A architectural ring has been constructed in outer space and it will be used to house the inhabitants of Earth. It is a chance for survival but there are challenges ahead for the new planet.