This fantastical Folio edition of Diana Wynne Jones’s enchanting tale features artwork by Folio’s 2019 Book Illustration Competition winner.
The Chrestomanci Series
Illustrated by Alison Bryant
Get ready to dive into the magical world of ‘Chrestomanci’ with Folio’s spellbinding set. The first three books of the series Charmed Life, The Magicians of Caprona, and Witch Week, have been brought to life with Alison Bryant's enchanting illustrations. The full series will be complete by 2027. Whether you’ve loved Diana Wynne Jones for years or you’re just discovering her, this set is a must-have for any fan of whimsical fantasy!
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‘I have been a great admirer of the Folio Society books for some time and had always wanted to work with them so I was very honoured when they got in touch. It has been an amazing opportunity to illustrate the many worlds of ‘Chrestomanci’, with so many wonderful characters and of course illustrating the great enchanter Chrestomanci was a real highlight for me.’
- Alison Bryant, Illustrator
Get ready to step into the magical world of ‘Chrestomanci’! This captivating series by Diana Wynne Jones is now available in a delightful Folio set. The full collection will be completed by 2027, but why not dive into Charmed Life, The Magicians of Caprona, and Witch Week right now? Each book is brimming with whimsical charm and boundless imagination, inviting readers to explore alternate worlds where magic is real and adventure lies around every corner. Series illustrator Alison Bryant perfectly captures the quirky essence of Jones’s beloved characters. Bound in beautifully printed and blocked paper, with a slipcase and silver-inked endpapers, these editions truly elevate Jones’s classics.
Whether you’re discovering ‘Chrestomanci’ for the first time or reliving the magic of Cat, Gwendolen, and the enigmatic enchanter himself, this set is perfect for budding readers—or for adding a touch of magic to your collection. Let these stories carry you to worlds where anything is possible, and where the power of magic changes lives in the most unexpected ways.
See individual titles for production details:
Book 2: The Magicians of Caprona
Book 4: The Lives of Christopher Chant (coming 2025)
Book 5: Conrad's Fate (coming 2026)
Book 6: Pinhoe Egg (coming 2027)