Recommended Titles Data
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| Requested Title | Requested Author | Recommended Title | Recommended Author | Recommendation Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I Just Don't Like the Sound of No!: [My Story About Accepting 'No' for an Answer and Disagreeing ... the Right Way!] | Julia Cook | The Name Jar | Yangsook Choi | If you enjoyed the theme of self-acceptance and embracing differences in I Just Don't Like the Sound of No!, you might enjoy The Name Jar for its exploration of identity, culture, and the importance of being true to oneself. |
| I Just Don't Like the Sound of No!: [My Story About Accepting 'No' for an Answer and Disagreeing ... the Right Way!] | Julia Cook | The Most Magnificent Thing | Ashley Spires | If you appreciated the message of perseverance and problem-solving in I Just Don't Like the Sound of No!, you might enjoy The Most Magnificent Thing for its inspiring story of a young girl who learns to overcome obstacles and never give up on her dreams. |
| A Christmas Resolution: a Novel | Anne Perry | A Christmas Carol | Charles Dickens | If you enjoyed the holiday setting and themes of A Christmas Resolution, you might appreciate the classic tale of A Christmas Carol, which also explores the spirit of Christmas and the power of redemption. |
| A Christmas Resolution: a Novel | Anne Perry | The Mistletoe Murder and Other Stories | P.D. James | If you enjoyed the mystery and suspense elements of A Christmas Resolution, you might enjoy this collection of short stories by P.D. James, which also feature holiday themes and intriguing whodunits. |
| A Christmas Resolution: a Novel | Anne Perry | The Christmas Train | David Baldacci | If you enjoyed the heartwarming and uplifting aspects of A Christmas Resolution, you might enjoy The Christmas Train, which follows a journalist on a cross-country train ride during the holidays, encountering a cast of memorable characters and discovering the true meaning of Christmas. |
| Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky | Kwame Mbalia | Aru Shah and the End of Time | Roshani Chokshi | If you enjoyed the blend of mythology and adventure in Tristan Strong, you might also enjoy Aru Shah and the End of Time, which follows a young girl who discovers she is a reincarnated hero of Indian mythology and must embark on a quest to save the world. |
| Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky | Kwame Mbalia | The Serpent's Secret | Sayantani DasGupta | If you enjoyed the action-packed and magical elements of Tristan Strong, you might also enjoy The Serpent's Secret, which follows a young girl who discovers she is an Indian princess with the power to save the world from an evil serpent demon. |
| Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky | Kwame Mbalia | The Jumbies | Tracey Baptiste | If you enjoyed the blend of folklore and adventure in Tristan Strong, you might also enjoy The Jumbies, which draws on Caribbean mythology to tell the story of a girl who must use her wits and bravery to save her island from supernatural creatures. |
| This is Not a Cat! | David LaRochelle | Press Here | Herve Tullet | If you enjoyed the interactive and playful nature of This is Not a Cat!, you might also enjoy Press Here, which invites readers to participate in the story by pressing, shaking, and tilting the book to create different outcomes. |
| This is Not a Cat! | David LaRochelle | The Book with No Pictures | B.J. Novak | If you appreciated the humor and unexpected twists in This is Not a Cat!, you might find The Book with No Pictures entertaining with its silly and irreverent approach to storytelling that relies on the reader's participation and imagination. |
| This is Not a Cat! | David LaRochelle | I Want My Hat Back | Jon Klassen | If you enjoyed the clever and subversive humor in This is Not a Cat!, you might also enjoy I Want My Hat Back, which features a deadpan bear on a quest to find his missing hat, and offers a surprising and satisfying conclusion. |
| Toot & Puddle | Holly Hobbie | Frog and Toad Are Friends | Arnold Lobel | If you enjoyed the charming friendship between Toot and Puddle, you might appreciate the classic Frog and Toad Are Friends for its heartwarming stories of two best friends who support each other through thick and thin. |
| Toot & Puddle | Holly Hobbie | Olivia | Ian Falconer | If you liked the whimsical illustrations and playful tone of Toot & Puddle, you might enjoy Olivia, a picture book that follows the adventures of a spunky and imaginative pig who loves to dream big and have fun. |
| Toot & Puddle | Holly Hobbie | The Tale of Peter Rabbit | Beatrix Potter | If you appreciated the gentle lessons about nature and the world around us in Toot & Puddle, you might find The Tale of Peter Rabbit endearing with its timeless story of a mischievous rabbit who learns the importance of responsibility and obedience. |
| My Friend Rabbit | Eric Rohmann | The Lion and the Mouse | Jerry Pinkney | If you enjoyed the beautiful illustrations and heartwarming story of My Friend Rabbit, you might also enjoy The Lion and the Mouse, another Caldecott Medal-winning picture book with stunning artwork and a touching tale of friendship and kindness. |
| My Friend Rabbit | Eric Rohmann | The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend | Dan Santat | If you liked the imaginative and playful nature of My Friend Rabbit, you might appreciate The Adventures of Beekle, which also explores the power of friendship and the joy of using one's imagination to create new worlds and experiences. |
| My Friend Rabbit | Eric Rohmann | Extra Yarn | Mac Barnett | If you enjoyed the whimsical and magical elements of My Friend Rabbit, you might find Extra Yarn to be a delightful read, with its charming illustrations and enchanting story of a girl who discovers a never-ending supply of yarn and uses it to transform her world. |
| Still Life | Louise Penny | The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie | Alan Bradley | If you enjoyed the cozy mystery and small-town setting of Still Life, you might appreciate The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie for its charming protagonist, witty humor, and engaging plot that keeps you guessing until the end. |
| Still Life | Louise Penny | Maisie Dobbs | Jacqueline Winspear | If you liked the historical and character-driven elements of Still Life, you might enjoy Maisie Dobbs for its post-WWI setting, strong female lead, and exploration of social issues and personal growth. |
| Still Life | Louise Penny | The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency | Alexander McCall Smith | If you appreciated the gentle and optimistic tone of Still Life, you might find The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency appealing for its heartwarming characters, vivid descriptions of Botswana, and uplifting themes of kindness, compassion, and community. |
| Race to the Moon! | Natalie Shaw | Moonshot: The Flight of Apollo 11 | Brian Floca | If you enjoyed Race to the Moon!'s focus on the history of space exploration, Moonshot: The Flight of Apollo 11 offers a beautifully illustrated and informative account of the first moon landing, with detailed descriptions of the technology and science behind the mission. |
| Race to the Moon! | Natalie Shaw | Hidden Figures: The American Dream and the Untold Story of the Black Women Mathematicians Who Helped Win the Space Race | Margot Lee Shetterly | If you were interested in the historical context of Race to the Moon!, Hidden Figures: The American Dream and the Untold Story of the Black Women Mathematicians Who Helped Win the Space Race provides a fascinating look at the contributions of African American women to NASA's early space program, and the challenges they faced in a segregated society. |
| Race to the Moon! | Natalie Shaw | The Right Stuff | Tom Wolfe | If you enjoyed the excitement and drama of the space race depicted in Race to the Moon!, The Right Stuff offers a thrilling account of the early days of the US space program, with a focus on the test pilots who became the first astronauts, and the intense competition between the US and the Soviet Union to achieve spaceflight milestones. |
| The Phantom Bully | Jeffrey Brown | Diary of a Wimpy Kid | Jeff Kinney | If you enjoyed the humorous and relatable middle school setting of The Phantom Bully, Diary of a Wimpy Kid offers a similar experience with its engaging illustrations, witty writing, and memorable characters. |
| The Phantom Bully | Jeffrey Brown | Big Nate: In a Class by Himself | Lincoln Peirce | If you liked the school-based humor and cartoonish illustrations of The Phantom Bully, Big Nate: In a Class by Himself might be a good fit for you. It features a likable protagonist, hilarious situations, and a fun blend of text and illustrations. |
| The Phantom Bully | Jeffrey Brown | Timmy Failure: Mistakes Were Made | Stephan Pastis | If you enjoyed the quirky and offbeat humor of The Phantom Bully, Timmy Failure: Mistakes Were Made might be a good choice. It features a unique protagonist, absurd situations, and a distinctive narrative voice that will keep you entertained and amused. |
| Elsewhere | Dean Koontz | Intensity | Dean Koontz | If you enjoyed the suspenseful and thrilling nature of Elsewhere, you might appreciate Intensity for its gripping plot, well-developed characters, and heart-pounding action that will keep you on the edge of your seat. |
| Elsewhere | Dean Koontz | The Silent Corner | Dean Koontz | If you enjoyed the mystery and intrigue of Elsewhere, you might find The Silent Corner intriguing with its strong female protagonist, fast-paced plot, and exploration of the dark side of technology and power. |
| Elsewhere | Dean Koontz | The Outsider | Stephen King | If you enjoyed the supernatural elements of Elsewhere, The Outsider offers a similar blend of horror and mystery with its compelling characters, eerie atmosphere, and exploration of the unexplainable. |
| I Love You Just Like This! | Lillian Jaine | Love You Forever | Robert Munsch | If you enjoyed the heartwarming and sentimental tone of I Love You Just Like This!, you might appreciate Love You Forever for its touching portrayal of the bond between a mother and her child, and its message of unconditional love that transcends time and distance. |
| I Love You Just Like This! | Lillian Jaine | Guess How Much I Love You | Sam McBratney | If you were charmed by the sweet and playful interactions between the characters in I Love You Just Like This!, you might find Guess How Much I Love You endearing with its adorable illustrations, gentle humor, and delightful expressions of affection between a parent and a child. |
| I Love You Just Like This! | Lillian Jaine | The Kissing Hand | Audrey Penn | If you appreciated the reassuring and comforting message of I Love You Just Like This!, The Kissing Hand offers a heartening story about separation anxiety, family love, and the power of a mother's love to provide comfort and courage to her child. |
| Not Enough | Maria Scrivan | Big Nate | Lincoln Peirce | If you enjoyed the humor and relatable characters in Not Enough, you might also enjoy Big Nate, a popular comic strip series that follows the misadventures of a middle school student and his friends. |
| Not Enough | Maria Scrivan | Dork Diaries | Rachel Renee Russell | If you liked the diary format and humorous tone of Not Enough, you might enjoy Dork Diaries, a series that follows the daily life of a middle school student named Nikki Maxwell as she navigates friendships, crushes, and school drama. |
| Not Enough | Maria Scrivan | Awkward | Svetlana Chmakova | If you enjoyed the relatable characters and themes of friendship and self-discovery in Not Enough, you might also enjoy Awkward, a graphic novel that explores the challenges of fitting in and finding your place in middle school. |
| The Transit of Venus | Shirley Hazzard | The Sea, The Sea | Iris Murdoch | If you enjoyed the complex and nuanced characters in The Transit of Venus, you might appreciate The Sea, The Sea for its exploration of the human psyche, its vivid descriptions of the natural world, and its examination of the nature of love and obsession. |
| The Transit of Venus | Shirley Hazzard | The English Patient | Michael Ondaatje | If you enjoyed the lush and evocative prose of The Transit of Venus, you might find The English Patient captivating with its poetic language, its exploration of the impact of war on the human soul, and its examination of the complexities of identity and memory. |
| The Transit of Venus | Shirley Hazzard | The Remains of the Day | Kazuo Ishiguro | If you appreciated the exploration of class and social hierarchy in The Transit of Venus, you might enjoy The Remains of the Day for its examination of the British class system, its exploration of duty and loyalty, and its poignant portrayal of a man coming to terms with his life choices. |
| The Berenstain Bears' Caring and Sharing Treasury | Jan & Mike Berenstain | Little Critter's The Giving Tree | Mercer Mayer | If you enjoyed the themes of kindness and generosity in The Berenstain Bears' Caring and Sharing Treasury, you might appreciate Little Critter's The Giving Tree for its heartwarming story about the joy of giving and the importance of friendship. |
| The Berenstain Bears' Caring and Sharing Treasury | Jan & Mike Berenstain | The Rainbow Fish | Marcus Pfister | If you liked the emphasis on sharing and caring in The Berenstain Bears' Caring and Sharing Treasury, you might enjoy The Rainbow Fish for its beautiful illustrations, engaging story, and message about the value of generosity and friendship. |
| The Berenstain Bears' Caring and Sharing Treasury | Jan & Mike Berenstain | The Giving Tree | Shel Silverstein | If you appreciated the themes of kindness and selflessness in The Berenstain Bears' Caring and Sharing Treasury, you might find The Giving Tree thought-provoking with its poignant story about the nature of giving, sacrifice, and love. |
| Thesaurus Has a Secret | Anya Glazer | The Westing Game | Ellen Raskin | If you enjoyed the mystery and puzzle-solving elements of Thesaurus Has a Secret, you might appreciate The Westing Game for its intricate plot, diverse cast of characters, and clever clues that keep readers guessing until the end. |
| Thesaurus Has a Secret | Anya Glazer | Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library | Chris Grabenstein | If you liked the idea of a secret hidden within a library, you might enjoy Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library, which follows a group of kids as they solve puzzles and riddles to escape from a high-tech library designed by a famous game maker. |
| Thesaurus Has a Secret | Anya Glazer | The Mysterious Benedict Society | Trenton Lee Stewart | If you enjoyed the idea of a group of kids working together to solve a mystery, The Mysterious Benedict Society might be a good fit for you. It features a group of gifted children who are recruited to go on a secret mission to save the world from a dangerous threat. |
| The Invention Hunters Discover How Electricity Works | Korwin Briggs | The Way Things Work Now | David Macaulay | If you enjoyed the fun and informative approach to explaining complex concepts in The Invention Hunters, you might appreciate The Way Things Work Now for its detailed illustrations, engaging writing style, and exploration of the inner workings of machines and technology. |
| The Invention Hunters Discover How Electricity Works | Korwin Briggs | The Magic School Bus and the Electric Field Trip | Joanna Cole | If you liked the educational aspect of The Invention Hunters, you might enjoy The Magic School Bus and the Electric Field Trip for its entertaining story, memorable characters, and informative content about electricity and circuits. |
| The Invention Hunters Discover How Electricity Works | Korwin Briggs | The Story of Thomas Edison | Margaret Cousins | If you were fascinated by the history of electricity in The Invention Hunters, The Story of Thomas Edison offers a compelling biography of one of the most influential inventors in history, exploring his life, work, and impact on the world. |
| Chloe the Topaz Fairy | Daisy Meadows | Rainbow Magic: Amber the Orange Fairy | Daisy Meadows | If you enjoyed Chloe the Topaz Fairy's magical and whimsical world, you might also enjoy Amber the Orange Fairy, another book in the Rainbow Magic series that features colorful fairies, exciting adventures, and positive messages for young readers. |
| Chloe the Topaz Fairy | Daisy Meadows | The Fairy Bell Sisters: Sylva and the Fairy Ball | Margaret McNamara | If you liked Chloe the Topaz Fairy's focus on friendship and teamwork, you might enjoy Sylva and the Fairy Ball, a charming story about two fairy sisters who work together to save their family's dance party and learn important lessons about responsibility and forgiveness. |
| Chloe the Topaz Fairy | Daisy Meadows | The Secret of the Old Clock | Carolyn Keene | If you enjoyed the mystery and adventure elements of Chloe the Topaz Fairy, you might like The Secret of the Old Clock, the first book in the Nancy Drew series that follows the teenage detective as she solves a puzzling case involving a missing will and a hidden clock. |