There’s a Tarot Deck for That: A Roundup Inspired by All Our Hidden Gifts — Our May YA Pick 

In All Our Hidden Gifts, tarot reading takes center stage in a mystical tale following 16-year-old Maeve after she finds a deck of tarot cards while cleaning out an old closet in her Catholic school. Things take a turn for the worse when Maeve draws an unknown card for her ex-best friend Lily — who then goes missing. Not only does Our May Speculative Fiction Pick incorporate tarot, it looks like a tarot card! This got us thinking … What other books have a companion deck? 

Taking inspiration from ancient Mesoamerica, The Lost Dreamer is the captivating tale of two young seers fighting for survival in a society that wants them gone. Complete with atmospheric world-building and a detailed magic system, this mesmerizing tale is perfect for fans of Children of Blood and Bone and We Hunt the Flame. The Goddesses, Gods and Guardians Oracle Cards is the perfect deck of vibrant and soulful cards for the dreamers out there. 

A witch, a curse, and a girl on a journey to break it — what more could you ask for? Howl’s Moving Castle is a quirky, whimsical, and clever story has enchanted readers of all ages for decades and will continue to do so for many years to come. On the surface, these two look nothing alike. Dig deeper and you will see The Cosmic Slumber Tarot deck is the perfect pairing for the manga and Studio Ghibli fan. The illustrations in this deck will surely transform you to the world of Howl. 

Tasked with the responsibility of saving Halloween Town or avoiding a nightmare of her own, Sally is the new Pumpkin Queen, and she’s not really loving it. The much-anticipated release of Shea Ernshaw’s Long Live the Pumpkin Queen hits the shelves this July. Plus, the Barnes & Noble Exclusive Edition features a unique jacket, customized case and exclusive bonus content including Sally’s collection of secret recipes, potions, and apothecary cures. This pairs perfectly with the ever popular The Nightmare Before Christmas Tarot Deck and Guidebook . What will Jack Skellington, Oogie Boogie and Dr. Finkelstein cards reveal? There’s only one way to find out! 

As huge fans of Ava Reid, we are so excited for the release of her next book Juniper & Thorn which is a retelling of the Brothers Grimm story, The Juniper Tree. Using classic forest archetypes, The Wildwood Tarot deck draws inspiration from pre-Celtic mythology and a belief system in shamanic wisdom and forest lore.