Looking for the best books with a color in the title? Whether you need a book with a color in the title for your current reading challenge or you’re just curious about the use of colors in titles, these 17 books are perfect for when you need colorful books in your life!
1. Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery
If you’re looking for books with green in the title, then Anne of Green Gables is the perfect choice! This book is considered one of the best classic children’s books, but it’s equally delightful for readers of all ages.
In this story, we meet Anne Shirley—an orphan who has longed for a family of her own for years. Now, she’s finally been adopted…but there’s one small issue: the Cuthberts, her new family, thought they were adopting a boy! Will the Cuthberts allow this girl with romantic dreams to stay?
This story will charm you from the very start, and when you finish it you’ll likely find yourself wanting to read the rest of this series right away!
2. Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by Unknown
Another option for books with colors in the title is the medieval story Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.
This story opens at a New Year’s feat at King Arthur’s court, where the feast is interrupted by the gigantic Green Knight on horseback. He challenges any of Arthur’s men to behead him…but says if he survives, the knight who beheads him must allow him to return the blow a year later. Sir Gawain accepts the challenge and decapitates the knight, but somehow the mysterious knight cheats death and vanishes. But as the following winter approaches, Sir Gawain sets out to find the knight to keep his side of the bargain…
Widely considered one of the greatest masterpieces of Middle English poetry, this is quite likely to be a different read than your normal (unless you love and regularly read medieval literature). But with elements of fairytales and heroic sagas, chivalry, and courtly love, this story is certain to be an interesting read!
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3. Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls
When you’re looking for books with red in the title, you’ll have quite a few options to choose from. And Where the Red Fern Grows is one you might want to consider!
This book tells the story of the character Billy Colman, whose only desire was to have a pair of Redbone Coonhounds for hunting. After working odd jobs for years, he’s finally able to buy two puppies…who he names Little Ann and Old Dan. With his grandfather’s help, he teaches them how to hunt and soon the three of them are known as the best hunters in the Ozarks! But tragedy is waiting to strike…
This tale is exciting and sad in equal measures, but once you read it you’ll find it’s a tale of love and adventure that you’ll never forget!
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4. Redwall by Brian Jacques
If you’re looking for book titles with colors in them that are also part of a series, then Redwall is a great book to pick up!
This is the first book in the bestselling Redwall saga, and introduces us to Mossflower Wood. The mice have gathered to celebrate a year of peace and abundance, but a sinister shadow soon falls across the ancient stone abbey of Redwall. Cluny, the terrible one-eyed rat is coming to conquer Redwall Abbey! The mice’s only hope lies in the lost sword of the legendary Martin the Warrior…will a courageous mouse be able to rise up, fight back, and defend his people?
This is a delightful story, where good triumphs over evil and legends are made. So if you love adventures, books with animal protagonists, and are looking for books with colorful titles then this is the book for you!
5. The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan
Another book with the color red in the title is The Red Pyramid, so if you’re interested in Egypt and myths then you might find this an enjoyable read!
In this story, Sadie and Carter are sister and brother who have become near strangers since their mother’s death. Sadie lived with her grandparents, while Carter traveled the world with their father—the Egyptologist Dr. Julius Kane. But when Dr. Kane tries to make things right with their family through a “research experiment” at the British Museum, he accidentally unleashes the Egyptian god Set…who banishes him and forces the children to run for their lives. Now Set has his sights set on the Kanes…can the siblings discover the truth about their family before it’s too late?
This is a fun fantasy read with a bit of Egyptian mythology thrown in, so if that sounds like something you’d like then grab a copy and start reading!
6. Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard
Red Queen is yet another book featuring the color red in its title, and could be a book you’d enjoy if you love books like The Selection!
In this story, people are divided by the color of their blood: red for commoners, silver for the ruling class. The Silvers are born with special abilities (like controlling the weather, healing others with a touch, etc.) while the Reds have no special powers…or so they think. But when Mare, a Red girl, accidentally discovers she possesses a power like that of the Silvers, the King and Queen start an elaborate ruse to claim she’s actually a long-lost Silver. Will they succeed in keeping the truth about red blood from the Reds? Or when the resistance to a Silver reign arrives on the scene, will Mare join their side instead?
While the premise of this book sounds amazing (special powers? Yes, please!) I found in actuality I wasn’t as fond of the writing or storyline, especially as it continued into future books. But many fans of The Selection say that they love this book, so it could be worth picking up if that’s the type of book you love to read!
7. The Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Emma Orczy
Still in the realm of reds in titles, The Scarlet Pimpernel is a fun historical fiction/action adventure read that will sweep you off your feet!
Set during the French Revolution, there’s a mysterious man known only as The Scarlet Pimpernel who is helping French aristocrats escape the guillotine. Who is this man? And how does he continually outwit those in pursuit of him? Those are the questions all of England and France are asking, including the beautiful French woman Marguerite St Just. And that’s exactly what she’ll end up finding out!
This is a fun, somewhat mysterious, adventure read that has since been adapted for film, stage, and TV…so as you can see, it’s a beloved story that is worth reading in its original form!
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8. A Study in Scarlet by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Another book with “scarlet” in the title that you might be interested in is A Study in Scarlet by Sir Arthur Conan Doyal. This detective novel is the first time we meet the iconic Sherlock Holmes, so it’s a pretty big deal!
In this story, we first encounter Dr. Watson who has just returned to London from the Second Anglo-Afghan war. Injured and forced to leave the army, he’s now in search of a place to live…and an acquaintance suggests he try the flat at 221B Baker Street. But it doesn’t take long of being Sherlock’s roommate before Watson finds himself swept up into the mystery of a fresh murder case…
This is the story that launched Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s literary career and brought us the world’s most famous literary detective, so you won’t want to miss this story that started it all!
9. The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne
There’s one more “scarlet” book that you should have on your list: The Scarlet Letter. This is a classic story with plenty of food for thought, but it’s also a quite tragic so make sure you’re in the right mood to read it!
In Puritan Boston, Massachusetts, Hester Prynne gives birth to a child of unknown parentage and is forced to wear a badge of shame—an “A” for “adultery.” Yet even while undergoing punishment, she refuses to name her baby’s father. But when her long-lost husband suddenly returns, he believes the father should share in the shame and sets out to find out who he is and get revenge.
While the story itself is not the most pleasant read, the book’s dealing with moral, spiritual, and philosophical issues is fascinating to discover. So this colorful title can be well worth a read!
10. The Blue Castle by L.M. Montgomery
Want to read books with the word blue in the title? If so, then The Blue Castle should top your list of colorful titles to read!
In this book, Valancy Stirling is twenty-nine, unmarried, and has never been in love. She lives with her mother and aunt (both overbearing and meddlesome) and her only consolation is her daydreams of the Blue Castle…a place where all her dreams come true. But when she receives a life-altering letter, she decides to do exactly what she wants to do and make a fresh start. Will she be able to find the world of her dreams—a world full of love and adventures?
This is a sweet and humorous romance that is sure to delight! And one thing’s absolutely certain: no matter how you felt when you started reading this book, you won’t finish it feeling blue!
11. Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O’Dell
Another blue book title you might enjoy is the children’s classic book called Island of the Blue Dolphins.
This book is an adaption and reimagining of a true story, and follows the life of a young girl, Karana, who spent eighteen years alone on the Island of San Nicholas off the coast of California. From dealing with the ferocious pack of wild dogs that killed her younger brother to maintaining her food supply, Karana’s adventures are filled with drama and exhilaration.
Although this isn’t a nonfiction book, and actually takes quite a few liberties with the real life story, it is still a fun adventurous read that you will likely enjoy.
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12. The Mystery of the Blue Train by Agatha Christie
If you love mysteries and need a book title with a color in it, then The Mystery of the Blue Train is the book for you! After all, what could be better than a mystery from the Queen of Crime?
This Hercule Poirot mystery takes place on the Blue Train on the way to Nice. When the train arrives, a guard attempts to wake Ruth Kettering…but she can’t wake up because she has been brutally murdered! Now, her precious rubies are missing as well. The prime suspect is Ruth’s husband Derek, but Hercule Poirot and his little gray cells aren’t convinced he did it. So what else is there to do besides stage a reenactment of the journey with the murderer also on board?
Christie received her title as the Queen of Crime for a reason, and Hercule Poirot mysteries are always fun (despite any gruesome murder scenes), so this is a great choice when looking for a book with blue in the title!
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13. The Silver Chair by C.S. Lewis
Looking for books with silver in the title? The Silver Chair is the book you need.
This book is the sixth in the world of Narnia, and we find Eustace Scrub returning to Narnia and Jill Pole experiencing it for the first time. But why have these two been sent to the world of Narnia? Because a prince is being held captive, and they must journey to Underland to rescue him from an evil that is more beautiful and deadly than any they’ve faced so far. Will they be able to rescue the Prince in time? Or will they be too late?
This is a fun continuation of the Narnia series and is perhaps my favorite out of all the books, so I recommend giving it a read when you need a book title with a color in it!
14. The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde
Along a similar color scheme as the last book, The Picture of Dorian Gray is a possibility if you need a book with gray in the title.
Dorian Gray is the picture of refinement and grace, but he knows his good looks will not last forever. However, one day an artist completes a portrait of Dorian, and when he sees it he says he would sell his soul if the painting would age and endure the hardships of life instead of himself. His wish is granted…and as decades pass Gray stays immortal and beautiful…but what happens to the painting along the way?
This book is essentially a work of philosophical fiction, but it’s also somewhat Gothic in nature. Give it a try if you’re looking for a unique colorful read!
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15. Black Beauty by Anna Sewell
Looking to find books with black in the title? Black Beauty is one possibility to consider!
This is the classic tale about a horse who lives in 19th century England, and is told from the perspective of the horse. It follows the young colt from his early carefree days on an English farm, to a life of difficulty pulling cabs in London, and, in the end, leading him to happy retirement in the countryside. With experiences of kindness as well as great cruelty, the horse narrator makes the case that all animals should be treated with kindness and care.
The elements of cruelty are sad to read, but on the whole this classic book is enjoyable and the themes are worth exploring!
16. The Black Stallion by Walter Farley
Speaking of horse books with the word black in the title, The Black Stallion is another beloved book that you may enjoy!
This is the story of a boy and a wild horse…from their first meeting on a ship that was soon to be go down in a storm, to their adventures together shipwrecked on a desert island, and eventually to their homecoming when Alec Ramsay brings the Black Stallion back New York. The Black is one of the fastest horses Alec and his neighbor, retired racehorse trainer Henry Dailey, have ever seen…but without a pedigree, will they be able to find a way to allow him to race? And if they can, will the Black be able to actually win?
If you love horses and the world of racing, or if you just like books filled to the brim with adventures, then this book is sure to hold you spellbound from start to finish!
17. The Woman in White by Wilkie Collins
And if you’re looking for books with white in the title, one book you can consider reading is The Woman in White by Wilkie Collins.
In this story, art teacher Walter Hartwright discovers a young, beautiful, and terrified woman dressed entirely in white alone on the streets of London. He feels compelled to help her, but in doing so he soon finds himself caught up in a world of murder, madness, secrets, and one very difficult to solve mystery. Can he and the clever Marian Halcombe solve the mystery and outwit their formidable nemesis?
This book is an early example of detective fiction, and is filled with melodrama and excitement. Though written in the 1800s, you’ll find the story compelling even still today!
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