Tamora Pierce writes children's and young adult fantasy centred on girls and young women training for demanding roles in worlds shaped by magic, warfare and social rules. Her Tortall books begin with the Song of the Lioness quartet, in which Alanna disguises herself as a boy so she can train for knighthood. Later Tortall series follow different protagonists, including Daine, who can communicate with animals, and Keladry, the first girl to attempt knight training openly. The Circle of Magic books move to a separate world where four young people discover unusual forms of magic connected to everyday crafts and natural forces. Pierce's stories are adventurous, accessible and character-led, with training, friendship and competence developing over several books. They fit YA fantasy, coming-of-age fantasy and magic-school or training narratives alongside writers such as Robin McKinley and Garth Nix. Read more Less
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