Can you recommend some Canadian young adult fantasy fictions?

Well, 'Punching the Air' by Ibi Zoboi and Yusef Salaam is an excellent choice. It's a novel - in - verse that combines the power of rap with a story of a young man wrongly convicted. The use of rap - like language in the writing really gives it a unique and engaging feel, and it also delves into themes of justice and self - discovery.

Another one is 'Heat' by Mike Lupica. This book focuses on a young boy's journey in baseball. It delves into his struggles, his dreams of making it big in the baseball world, and how he overcomes various obstacles as a young adult in the context of baseball.

Sure. 'The Hunger Games' series by Suzanne Collins has elements that can be related to Christian themes like sacrifice and hope in a dystopian world, although not overtly Christian. Another one is 'The Chronicles of Narnia' by C.S. Lewis. It's full of Christian allegories, with Aslan representing Jesus. The story is an adventure that young adults can really enjoy and also gain some spiritual insights from.

Sure. 'The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz' by Mordecai Richler has elements that can appeal to young adults in a semi - fantasy way. It shows the journey of a young man in a somewhat magical - realist Montreal. Another one is 'The Silverwing' trilogy by Kenneth Oppel. It's about bats and has a great fantasy adventure for young readers. And 'The Mermaid's Daughter' by Annabel Lyon is also good, with a touch of fantasy and a coming - of - age story.

Sure. 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling is a great start. It has seven books filled with magic, friendship, and battles against evil. Another one is 'The Hunger Games' by Suzanne Collins, which is set in a dystopian world and has a strong female lead. Also, 'Percy Jackson & the Olympians' by Rick Riordan, where Greek mythology comes alive in modern times.

Well, 'Sunshine' by Robin McKinley is a notable Canadian fantasy novel. It combines elements of vampire lore with a unique post - apocalyptic setting. The story follows a baker who gets caught up in the world of vampires in an unexpected way. And there's also 'Deerskin' by the same author, which is a darker, more complex fantasy based on a fairy tale.

Sure. There's 'The Crown's Game' by Evelyn Skye. It's set in a magical version of Russia where two enchanters compete in a deadly game for the right to be the Imperial Enchanter. Then there's 'Truthwitch' by Susan Dennard. It focuses on two best friends, one a truthwitch (who can tell if someone is lying) and the other a threadwitch. They get caught up in political plots and dangerous adventures. Also, 'This Savage Song' by Victoria Schwab is a unique take on a post - apocalyptic world where monsters are created from human actions.

Another is 'A Wrinkle in Time' by Madeleine L'Engle. This novel combines science - fiction elements with fantasy as the main character Meg travels through time and space to rescue her father. It has themes of family, love, and the fight against the darkness that are very appealing to young adults.

Some of the best are 'Artemis Fowl' by Eoin Colfer. The story of a young criminal mastermind dealing with the fairy world is really fun. 'The Darkest Minds' by Alexandra Bracken is also great. It's about kids with special powers in a world that fears them. 'Red Queen' by Victoria Aveyard is good as well. It has a society divided by blood - red and silver - blooded people.

One more is 'The Giver' by Lois Lowry. It's a thought - provoking fantasy where Jonas discovers the true nature of his seemingly perfect society. It delves into themes of memory, freedom, and choice.