Recommended Titles Data
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| Requested Title | Requested Author | Recommended Title | Recommended Author | Recommendation Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Fatal Lie | Charles Todd | The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie | Alan Bradley | If you enjoyed the mystery and the attention to detail in A Fatal Lie, you might find The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie intriguing with its precocious young protagonist, 1950s English countryside setting, and witty writing style. |
| A Fatal Lie | Charles Todd | The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency | Alexander McCall Smith | If you enjoyed the gentle pace and the focus on character development in A Fatal Lie, you might appreciate The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency for its charming Botswana setting, endearing characters, and uplifting themes of kindness, compassion, and community. |
| The Big Finish | Brooke Fossey | Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine | Gail Honeyman | If you enjoyed the quirky and endearing characters in The Big Finish, you might appreciate Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine for its exploration of loneliness, mental health, and the power of human connection, as well as its charming and relatable protagonist. |
| The Big Finish | Brooke Fossey | The Unlikely Escape of Uriah Heep | H.G. Parry | If you enjoyed the magical realism elements in The Big Finish, you might find The Unlikely Escape of Uriah Heep intriguing with its imaginative premise of a man who can bring literary characters to life, as well as its exploration of family, identity, and the power of storytelling. |
| The Big Finish | Brooke Fossey | The Bookish Life of Nina Hill | Abbi Waxman | If you enjoyed the bookish and witty tone of The Big Finish, you might find The Bookish Life of Nina Hill delightful with its charming and relatable protagonist who works in a bookstore, as well as its exploration of family, friendship, and finding one's place in the world. |
| Elena and the Secret of Avalor | Craig Gerber | The Isle of the Lost | Melissa de la Cruz | If you enjoyed Elena's story of bravery and adventure, you might like The Isle of the Lost, which follows the children of Disney's most notorious villains as they embark on a dangerous mission to retrieve a powerful magical object. |
| Elena and the Secret of Avalor | Craig Gerber | The School for Good and Evil | Soman Chainani | If you enjoyed Elena's journey of self-discovery and the themes of friendship and loyalty, you might enjoy The School for Good and Evil, which follows two best friends who are unexpectedly whisked away to a school where they are trained to become fairy tale heroes and villains. |
| Elena and the Secret of Avalor | Craig Gerber | The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell | Chris Colfer | If you enjoyed Elena's magical world and the mix of adventure and fantasy, you might like The Land of Stories: The Wishing Spell, which follows twins Alex and Conner as they fall into a book and find themselves in a world where fairy tales are real and they must complete a quest to return home. |
| Bright and Dangerous Objects | Anneliese Mackintosh | The Road | Cormac McCarthy | If you enjoyed the introspective and philosophical nature of Bright and Dangerous Objects, you might appreciate The Road for its exploration of the human condition, its stark and haunting prose, and its examination of the relationship between a father and son in a post-apocalyptic world. |
| Bright and Dangerous Objects | Anneliese Mackintosh | The Memory Police | Yoko Ogawa | If you were captivated by the surreal and dreamlike quality of Bright and Dangerous Objects, you might find The Memory Police intriguing with its exploration of memory, loss, and the power of authoritarianism, creating a haunting and thought-provoking reading experience. |
| Bright and Dangerous Objects | Anneliese Mackintosh | The Vegetarian | Han Kang | If you enjoyed the exploration of identity and the human psyche in Bright and Dangerous Objects, The Vegetarian offers a captivating story that delves into the consequences of defying societal norms, the impact of trauma on the mind, and the struggle for self-determination, providing a powerful and emotionally resonant reading experience. |
| Where's Bunny? | Theo Heras | Goodnight Moon | Margaret Wise Brown | If you enjoyed the interactive and playful nature of Where's Bunny?, you might appreciate the classic children's book Goodnight Moon for its soothing rhymes, charming illustrations, and engaging search-and-find elements. |
| Where's Bunny? | Theo Heras | The Very Hungry Caterpillar | Eric Carle | If you liked the colorful and whimsical illustrations in Where's Bunny?, you might enjoy The Very Hungry Caterpillar for its vibrant artwork, simple yet engaging story, and educational content about the life cycle of a butterfly. |
| Where's Bunny? | Theo Heras | Press Here | Hervé Tullet | If you appreciated the interactive and tactile nature of Where's Bunny?, you might find Press Here to be a fun and engaging read with its interactive dots that respond to the reader's touch, encouraging imagination and creativity. |
| Centaur School | Lucy Coats | Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief | Rick Riordan | If you enjoyed the blend of mythology and modern-day setting in Centaur School, you might appreciate Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief for its engaging characters, fast-paced adventure, and imaginative take on Greek mythology. |
| Centaur School | Lucy Coats | The Iron Trial | Holly Black and Cassandra Clare | If you were captivated by Centaur School's exploration of magical schools and the challenges faced by young students, you might find The Iron Trial intriguing with its unique take on elemental magic, complex characters, and thrilling plot. |
| Centaur School | Lucy Coats | The School for Good and Evil | Soman Chainani | If you enjoyed the themes of friendship, rivalry, and self-discovery in Centaur School, The School for Good and Evil offers a captivating story that explores the nature of good and evil, the power of fairy tales, and the importance of staying true to oneself. |
| Fortunately, the Milk | Neil Gaiman | The Phantom Tollbooth | Norton Juster | If you enjoyed the whimsical and imaginative elements of Fortunately, the Milk, you might appreciate The Phantom Tollbooth for its clever wordplay, fantastical setting, and exploration of the power of learning and knowledge. |
| Fortunately, the Milk | Neil Gaiman | The True Meaning of Smekday | Adam Rex | If you enjoyed the humor and adventure in Fortunately, the Milk, you might enjoy The True Meaning of Smekday for its witty writing, engaging characters, and hilarious take on an alien invasion story. |
| Fortunately, the Milk | Neil Gaiman | The Magic Misfits | Neil Patrick Harris | If you enjoyed the sense of wonder and magic in Fortunately, the Milk, you might enjoy The Magic Misfits for its charming characters, clever illusions, and heartwarming message about the power of friendship and believing in yourself. |
| Kenny & the Dragon | Tony DiTerlizzi | The Spiderwick Chronicles | Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black | If you enjoyed Tony DiTerlizzi's writing style and whimsical illustrations in Kenny & the Dragon, you might also enjoy The Spiderwick Chronicles, a series of books co-authored by DiTerlizzi and Holly Black that features a similar blend of fantasy, adventure, and imaginative creatures. |
| Kenny & the Dragon | Tony DiTerlizzi | The Tale of Despereaux | Kate DiCamillo | If you enjoyed the heartwarming story of unlikely friendship in Kenny & the Dragon, you might also enjoy The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo, which tells the story of a brave mouse who befriends a human princess and goes on a quest to save her from danger. |
| Kenny & the Dragon | Tony DiTerlizzi | The Hobbit | J.R.R. Tolkien | If you enjoyed the adventure and fantastical elements of Kenny & the Dragon, you might also enjoy The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien, which follows the journey of a hobbit named Bilbo Baggins as he sets out on a quest to reclaim treasure from a dragon, encountering elves, dwarves, and other magical creatures along the way. |
| On the Come Up | Angie Thomas | The Hate U Give | Angie Thomas | If you enjoyed Angie Thomas' writing style and her exploration of social issues, you might appreciate her debut novel, The Hate U Give, which tackles police brutality, racism, and activism through the eyes of a teenage girl. |
| On the Come Up | Angie Thomas | Dear Martin | Nic Stone | If you were moved by On the Come Up's examination of racial profiling and the criminal justice system, you might find Dear Martin compelling with its exploration of similar themes through the story of a young black man who starts a journal to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to process his experiences. |
| On the Come Up | Angie Thomas | The Poet X | Elizabeth Acevedo | If you appreciated the strong voice and character development in On the Come Up, you might enjoy The Poet X, a novel-in-verse that follows a young girl's journey to find her own voice and pursue her dreams despite the obstacles in her way. |
| Fair Warning | Michael Connelly | The Reversal | Michael Connelly | If you enjoyed Michael Connelly's writing style and crime thriller genre, you might appreciate The Reversal for its gripping courtroom drama, complex characters, and intricate plot twists. |
| Fair Warning | Michael Connelly | The Silent Patient | Alex Michaelides | If you enjoyed the psychological suspense and investigative elements of Fair Warning, you might find The Silent Patient intriguing with its exploration of a therapist's obsession with a patient who refuses to speak, and the shocking truth that is revealed. |
| Fair Warning | Michael Connelly | The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo | Stieg Larsson | If you enjoyed the investigative journalism aspect of Fair Warning, you might appreciate The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo for its complex and flawed characters, intricate plot, and exploration of corruption and abuse of power in society. |
| My Hero Academia. 21: Why He Gets Back Up | Kohei Horikoshi | One-Punch Man, Vol. 1 | ONE and Yusuke Murata | If you enjoyed the superhero action and humor in My Hero Academia, you might also enjoy One-Punch Man, which features a similarly overpowered protagonist and satirical take on the superhero genre. |
| My Hero Academia. 21: Why He Gets Back Up | Kohei Horikoshi | Naruto, Vol. 1: Uzumaki Naruto | Masashi Kishimoto | If you enjoyed the coming-of-age story and themes of perseverance in My Hero Academia, you might also enjoy Naruto, which follows a young ninja who dreams of becoming the strongest in his village despite being an outcast. |
| My Hero Academia. 21: Why He Gets Back Up | Kohei Horikoshi | Haikyu!!, Vol. 1: Hinata and Kageyama | Haruichi Furudate | If you enjoyed the underdog story and focus on teamwork in My Hero Academia, you might also enjoy Haikyu!!, which follows a high school volleyball team as they strive to become champions despite their lack of height and experience. |
| Attack of the Zombie Rabbids | Maggie Testa | The Bad Guys | Aaron Blabey | If you enjoyed the humor and wackiness of Attack of the Zombie Rabbids, you might like The Bad Guys for its zany characters, absurd situations, and irreverent tone that will keep you laughing and engaged throughout the story. |
| Attack of the Zombie Rabbids | Maggie Testa | The Last Kids on Earth | Max Brallier | If you liked the action and adventure in Attack of the Zombie Rabbids, you might enjoy The Last Kids on Earth for its thrilling plot, dynamic characters, and post-apocalyptic setting that will keep you on the edge of your seat. |
| Attack of the Zombie Rabbids | Maggie Testa | Diary of a Minecraft Zombie | Zack Zombie | If you enjoyed the zombie theme in Attack of the Zombie Rabbids, you might like Diary of a Minecraft Zombie for its humorous take on the popular video game, its relatable protagonist, and its entertaining blend of adventure and comedy. |
| After the Fall: How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again | Dan Santat | The Book with No Pictures | B.J. Novak | If you enjoyed the playful and imaginative storytelling in After the Fall, you might appreciate The Book with No Pictures for its creative use of language and humor that engages both children and adults alike. |
| After the Fall: How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again | Dan Santat | The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend | Dan Santat | If you enjoyed Dan Santat's writing and illustrations in After the Fall, you might enjoy The Adventures of Beekle for its heartwarming story of friendship and its stunning artwork that captures the wonder and magic of childhood. |
| After the Fall: How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again | Dan Santat | The Dot | Peter H. Reynolds | If you appreciated the message of resilience and perseverance in After the Fall, you might enjoy The Dot for its inspiring story of a young girl who discovers her own creativity and learns to believe in herself, with simple yet powerful illustrations that encourage readers to embrace their own unique talents. |
| This Story is for You | Greg Pizzoli | The Book with No Pictures | B.J. Novak | If you enjoyed the playful and interactive nature of This Story is for You, you might appreciate The Book with No Pictures for its unconventional format, humor, and ability to engage readers of all ages. |
| This Story is for You | Greg Pizzoli | Press Here | Herve Tullet | If you liked the interactive and imaginative elements of This Story is for You, you might enjoy Press Here for its creative use of color, movement, and reader participation, making it a fun and engaging read for all ages. |
| This Story is for You | Greg Pizzoli | The Day the Crayons Quit | Drew Daywalt | If you enjoyed the whimsical and humorous tone of This Story is for You, you might find The Day the Crayons Quit entertaining with its clever premise, witty dialogue, and colorful illustrations, making it a delightful read for children and adults alike. |
| Chirri & Chirra: The Snowy Day | Kaya Doi | The Mitten | Jan Brett | If you enjoyed the cozy and whimsical winter setting of Chirri & Chirra: The Snowy Day, you might appreciate The Mitten for its charming illustrations, heartwarming story, and celebration of the joys of winter. |
| Chirri & Chirra: The Snowy Day | Kaya Doi | Owl Moon | Jane Yolen | If you appreciated the magical and imaginative elements of Chirri & Chirra: The Snowy Day, you might enjoy Owl Moon for its lyrical prose, stunning illustrations, and exploration of the bond between a child and a parent during a winter night-time adventure. |
| Chirri & Chirra: The Snowy Day | Kaya Doi | The Snowy Day | Ezra Jack Keats | If you enjoyed the snowy setting and playful exploration of Chirri & Chirra: The Snowy Day, you might appreciate The Snowy Day for its groundbreaking illustrations, simple yet evocative story, and celebration of the wonder and beauty of a snowy day. |
| Giggle, Giggle, Quack | Doreen Cronin | Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type | Doreen Cronin | If you enjoyed the humorous and playful tone of Giggle, Giggle, Quack, you might also enjoy Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type, another delightful story by the same author that features clever farm animals and their antics. |
| Giggle, Giggle, Quack | Doreen Cronin | The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog! | Mo Willems | If you appreciated the silly and entertaining nature of Giggle, Giggle, Quack, you might also enjoy The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog!, a hilarious and interactive picture book that features a lovable and mischievous pigeon on a quest for a tasty treat. |
| Giggle, Giggle, Quack | Doreen Cronin | Dragons Love Tacos | Adam Rubin | If you enjoyed the playful and imaginative storytelling of Giggle, Giggle, Quack, you might also enjoy Dragons Love Tacos, a whimsical and colorful book that explores the love of dragons for a certain spicy food and the hilarious consequences that ensue. |
| Can I Play Too? | Samantha Cotterill | We Don't Eat Our Classmates | Ryan T. Higgins | If you enjoyed the humor and relatable characters in Can I Play Too?, you might also enjoy We Don't Eat Our Classmates, which features a dinosaur starting school and learning how to make friends. |
| Can I Play Too? | Samantha Cotterill | The Day You Begin | Jacqueline Woodson | If you appreciated the themes of inclusivity and acceptance in Can I Play Too?, you might also enjoy The Day You Begin, which celebrates diversity and encourages readers to embrace their unique qualities and experiences. |
| Can I Play Too? | Samantha Cotterill | The Pigeon Wants a Puppy! | Mo Willems | If you enjoyed the interactive and engaging storytelling style of Can I Play Too?, you might also enjoy The Pigeon Wants a Puppy!, which features a hilarious and determined pigeon trying to convince the reader (and the adult figures in the book) to let him have a puppy. |