
Titles in This Set
The Stage of Shadows
The Cursed Spotlight
The Crystal Beat
Guardians' Glow
The Tiger's Eye
The Song of Tomorrow
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781398569379
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Children's UK
Age Range: 9-12 (Grades 4-7)
Overview
Step into K-Pop Academy, Seoul's most dazzling and most dangerous training school, where twelve-year-old trainee Hana Kim chases her dream of idol stardom only to discover the spotlight hides something sinister. This complete six-book paperback set follows Hana and her found-family crew of trainees as they battle shadow demons that feed on fear, failure, and stage fright. Written by Mina Finch, the series blends K-pop glamour with supernatural stakes, making it an irresistible pick for young readers who love music, magic, and monster-slaying heroes under pressure.
About the Books
Across six fast-paced installments, K-Pop Academy follows Hana Kim's journey from nervous scholarship trainee to confident demon-hunting performer. The series opens with The Stage of Shadows, introducing her friends—rapper Minji, dancer Soojin, singer Nari, and drummer Taeyang—as they discover shadows that feed on a trainee's deepest fears. Through The Cursed Spotlight, The Crystal Beat, and Guardians' Glow, the group grows closer while the demons grow bolder, forcing Hana to train harder and trust her friends more. By The Tiger's Eye and the finale, The Song of Tomorrow, the stakes shift from auditions to protecting the Academy itself. Mina Finch writes with an insider's eye for idol-training life—the long hours, high pressure, and tight dorm friendships—layered with fast-moving fantasy, hidden magic, and triumphant stage moments. Each paperback arrives brand new, ready for a tween reader's shelf, backpack, or classroom library.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
The Stage of Shadows — Hana Kim earns a scholarship and faces shadow demons that feed on trainees' fears.
The Cursed Spotlight — Hana and her friends face a new threat lurking in the Academy's performance halls.
The Crystal Beat — The crew uncovers hidden magic tied to music as the fight against darkness grows.
Guardians' Glow — Hana's found-family of trainees must learn to trust one another as the Academy is tested.
The Tiger's Eye — Moving into the trainee dorms brings new independence and new dangers for the friends.
The Song of Tomorrow — Graduation and debut decisions loom as the series reaches its climactic final battle.
About the Author
Mina Finch is the author of K-Pop Academy, a sparkling adventure series for middle grade readers celebrating friendship, creativity, and courage. Inspired by her love of K-pop and idol culture, Finch built a world where music becomes a literal source of power, turning rehearsal rooms into battlegrounds against fear itself. Her writing captures the intensity of trainee life—the discipline, self-doubt, and electric thrill of performance—while keeping the pace fast and friendships genuine.
Why You'll Love This Collection
This complete six-book paperback set delivers nonstop demon-fighting, idol-training action perfect for K-pop-obsessed tweens. It makes an easy grab for a birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, back-to-school read, or summer reading pick, and a natural fit for any classroom or home library craving fresh, friendship-driven fantasy adventure.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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