Recommended Titles Data
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| Requested Title | Requested Author | Recommended Title | Recommended Author | Recommendation Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Fine Dessert: Four Centuries, Four Families, One Delicious Treat | Emily Jenkins & Sophie Blackall | How to Make an Apple Pie and See the World | Marjorie Priceman | If you enjoyed the historical and geographical elements of A Fine Dessert, How to Make an Apple Pie and See the World is a fun and educational picture book that takes readers on a global adventure to gather ingredients for an apple pie, showcasing different cultures and traditions along the way. |
| Night Boat to Tangier: a Novel | Kevin Barry | The Sisters Brothers | Patrick deWitt | If you enjoyed the dark humor and unconventional characters in Night Boat to Tangier, you might appreciate The Sisters Brothers for its witty dialogue, unique setting, and exploration of the bond between two brothers who work as hitmen during the California Gold Rush. |
| Night Boat to Tangier: a Novel | Kevin Barry | The Luminaries | Eleanor Catton | If you enjoyed the intricate plot and atmospheric setting of Night Boat to Tangier, you might find The Luminaries intriguing with its complex web of characters, mysterious events, and vivid portrayal of 19th century New Zealand's gold rush. |
| Night Boat to Tangier: a Novel | Kevin Barry | The Sellout | Paul Beatty | If you appreciated the satirical tone and social commentary in Night Boat to Tangier, you might enjoy The Sellout for its biting humor, incisive critique of race relations in America, and unconventional narrative style. |
| Welcome to Super Hero High! | Courtney Carbone | Wonder Woman at Super Hero High | Lisa Yee | If you enjoyed the setting and characters of Welcome to Super Hero High, you might also enjoy Wonder Woman at Super Hero High, which follows the adventures of Wonder Woman as she navigates the challenges of high school and discovers her true potential as a hero. |
| Welcome to Super Hero High! | Courtney Carbone | DC Super Hero Girls: Finals Crisis | Shea Fontana | If you liked the concept of a high school for superheroes, you might enjoy DC Super Hero Girls: Finals Crisis, which features a group of teenage superheroes as they face their biggest challenge yet: final exams. With plenty of action, humor, and relatable characters, this graphic novel is a fun and engaging read for all ages. |
| Welcome to Super Hero High! | Courtney Carbone | The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl: Squirrel Meets World | Shannon Hale | If you enjoyed the humor and upbeat tone of Welcome to Super Hero High, you might also enjoy The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl: Squirrel Meets World, which follows the adventures of Doreen Green, a.k.a. Squirrel Girl, as she starts high school and discovers her own unique powers. With its quirky characters, witty dialogue, and positive message, this book is a great choice for fans of all ages. |
| Min Makes a Machine | Emily Arnold McCully | Rosie Revere, Engineer | Andrea Beaty | If you enjoyed Min's ingenuity and determination to build a machine, you might appreciate Rosie Revere, Engineer for its inspiring message about the power of perseverance, creativity, and problem-solving skills in pursuing one's dreams. |
| Min Makes a Machine | Emily Arnold McCully | The Most Magnificent Thing | Ashley Spires | If you liked the process of trial and error that Min goes through to make her machine, you might find The Most Magnificent Thing engaging with its relatable story of a girl who sets out to create something amazing but faces setbacks and frustration along the way, until she learns the value of collaboration and persistence. |
| Min Makes a Machine | Emily Arnold McCully | Iggy Peck, Architect | Andrea Beaty | If you appreciated Min's passion for building and designing, you might enjoy Iggy Peck, Architect for its charming illustrations, witty rhymes, and celebration of imagination and innovation in the face of obstacles and naysayers. |
| Funny Bone Jokes and Riddles | Karen Barss | Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids | Rob Elliott | If you enjoyed Funny Bone Jokes and Riddles, you might also enjoy Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids for its collection of silly and hilarious jokes that are perfect for young readers. |
| Funny Bone Jokes and Riddles | Karen Barss | Knock-Knock Jokes for Kids | Rob Elliott | If you liked the format of Funny Bone Jokes and Riddles, you might appreciate Knock-Knock Jokes for Kids for its collection of clever and punny knock-knock jokes that are sure to make you laugh. |
| Funny Bone Jokes and Riddles | Karen Barss | The Everything Kids' Giant Book of Jokes, Riddles, and Brain Teasers | Michael Dahl | If you want even more jokes and riddles to keep you entertained, The Everything Kids' Giant Book of Jokes, Riddles, and Brain Teasers is a great choice with its huge collection of funny and challenging jokes, riddles, and puzzles. |
| Fancy Nancy: Bubbles, Bubbles, and More Bubbles! | Jane O'Connor | Pinkalicious: Pink Bubble Surprise | Victoria Kann | If you enjoyed the bubbly and colorful world of Fancy Nancy, Pinkalicious: Pink Bubble Surprise offers a similar experience with its playful illustrations, imaginative storyline, and emphasis on creativity and fun. |
| Fancy Nancy: Bubbles, Bubbles, and More Bubbles! | Jane O'Connor | Ladybug Girl and Bumblebee Boy | David Soman and Jacky Davis | If you liked the themes of friendship and adventure in Fancy Nancy, Ladybug Girl and Bumblebee Boy might be a good fit with its charming characters, relatable situations, and positive messages about teamwork and problem-solving. |
| Fancy Nancy: Bubbles, Bubbles, and More Bubbles! | Jane O'Connor | Olivia and the Fairy Princesses | Ian Falconer | If you enjoyed the spunky and imaginative protagonist of Fancy Nancy, Olivia and the Fairy Princesses offers a similar character in Olivia, who is determined to be unique and true to herself despite societal pressures. The book also features delightful illustrations and a heartwarming message about self-acceptance. |
| Tales from a Not-So-Talented Pop Star | Rachel Renée Russell | Dork Diaries: Tales from a Not-So-Fabulous Life | Rachel Renée Russell | If you enjoyed Tales from a Not-So-Talented Pop Star, you might also enjoy the first book in the Dork Diaries series, which follows a similar format of a middle school girl navigating the ups and downs of adolescence with humor and heart. |
| Tales from a Not-So-Talented Pop Star | Rachel Renée Russell | Smile | Raina Telgemeier | If you enjoyed the diary-style format and relatable middle school setting of Tales from a Not-So-Talented Pop Star, you might also enjoy Smile, a graphic novel memoir that explores the challenges of growing up, making friends, and finding your own identity. |
| Tales from a Not-So-Talented Pop Star | Rachel Renée Russell | The Baby-Sitters Club | Ann M. Martin | If you enjoyed the focus on friendship and the challenges of growing up in Tales from a Not-So-Talented Pop Star, you might also enjoy The Baby-Sitters Club series, which follows a group of middle school girls as they start their own babysitting business and navigate the ups and downs of adolescence together. |
| The Wolf's Chicken Stew | Keiko Kasza | The True Story of the Three Little Pigs | Jon Scieszka | If you enjoyed the humorous and subversive take on a classic fairy tale in The Wolf's Chicken Stew, you might appreciate The True Story of the Three Little Pigs for its clever and witty retelling of the story from the wolf's perspective. |
| The Wolf's Chicken Stew | Keiko Kasza | The Little Red Hen | Paul Galdone | If you liked the animal characters and the lesson about hard work and sharing in The Wolf's Chicken Stew, you might enjoy The Little Red Hen for its similar themes and charming illustrations. |
| The Wolf's Chicken Stew | Keiko Kasza | Caps for Sale | Esphyr Slobodkina | If you enjoyed the playful and mischievous tone of The Wolf's Chicken Stew, you might find Caps for Sale delightful with its whimsical story about a peddler and a group of monkeys who steal his caps. |
| Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. the Mutant Mosquitoes from Mercury | Dav Pilkey | Captain Underpants and the Invasion of the Incredibly Naughty Cafeteria Ladies from Outer Space (and the Subsequent Assault of the Equally Evil Lunchroom Zombie Nerds) | Dav Pilkey | If you enjoyed the humor and action-packed adventure of Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot, you might also enjoy Captain Underpants and the Invasion of the Incredibly Naughty Cafeteria Ladies from Outer Space (and the Subsequent Assault of the Equally Evil Lunchroom Zombie Nerds) for its zany plot, hilarious characters, and engaging illustrations. |
| Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. the Mutant Mosquitoes from Mercury | Dav Pilkey | The Bad Guys | Aaron Blabey | If you liked the idea of unlikely heroes fighting against villains, you might enjoy The Bad Guys, a graphic novel series that follows a group of reformed villains trying to do good deeds, with plenty of humor and action along the way. |
| Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. the Mutant Mosquitoes from Mercury | Dav Pilkey | The Adventures of Ook and Gluk: Kung-Fu Cavemen from the Future | Dav Pilkey | If you enjoyed the mix of humor, adventure, and science fiction in Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot, you might also enjoy The Adventures of Ook and Gluk: Kung-Fu Cavemen from the Future, which follows two friends who travel through time to save their prehistoric village from an evil corporation in the future. |
| Ada Magnífica, Científica | Andrea Beaty | Rosie Revere, Engineer | Andrea Beaty | If you enjoyed Ada Magnífica, Científica's focus on a young girl's passion for science and engineering, you might also enjoy Rosie Revere, Engineer, which follows a young inventor as she learns to embrace her creativity and persevere through failure. |
| Ada Magnífica, Científica | Andrea Beaty | Iggy Peck, Architect | Andrea Beaty | If you appreciated Ada Magnífica, Científica's celebration of curiosity and problem-solving, you might also enjoy Iggy Peck, Architect, which tells the story of a young boy with a passion for building and design who uses his skills to help his community. |
| Ada Magnífica, Científica | Andrea Beaty | The Most Magnificent Thing | Ashley Spires | If you enjoyed Ada Magnífica, Científica's emphasis on the importance of perseverance and determination in the face of challenges, you might also enjoy The Most Magnificent Thing, which follows a young girl as she learns to overcome frustration and setbacks in order to create something truly special. |
| You Should Have Known | Jean Hanff Korelitz | The Silent Patient | Alex Michaelides | If you enjoyed the psychological suspense and exploration of human behavior in You Should Have Known, The Silent Patient offers a similarly gripping and twisty narrative that delves into the mind of a woman who has been accused of murdering her husband. |
| You Should Have Known | Jean Hanff Korelitz | The Wife Between Us | Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen | If you were intrigued by the themes of marriage, secrets, and betrayal in You Should Have Known, The Wife Between Us offers a thrilling and unpredictable story that explores the complex relationships between a husband, his ex-wife, and his new fiancée. |
| You Should Have Known | Jean Hanff Korelitz | The Perfect Nanny | Leila Slimani | If you appreciated the exploration of motherhood, class, and societal expectations in You Should Have Known, The Perfect Nanny offers a haunting and thought-provoking story that examines the relationship between a working mother and her nanny, and the tragic consequences that ensue. |
| Mercy Watson to the Rescue | Kate DiCamillo | Bink and Gollie | Kate DiCamillo and Alison McGhee | If you enjoyed the humor and heartwarming characters in Mercy Watson to the Rescue, you might also enjoy Bink and Gollie, another charming children's book by Kate DiCamillo that features two best friends on wacky adventures. |
| Mercy Watson to the Rescue | Kate DiCamillo | The Tale of Despereaux | Kate DiCamillo | If you enjoyed Kate DiCamillo's writing style and storytelling in Mercy Watson to the Rescue, you might also enjoy The Tale of Despereaux, a Newbery Medal-winning novel that tells the story of a brave mouse on a quest to save a princess. |
| Mercy Watson to the Rescue | Kate DiCamillo | The One and Only Ivan | Katherine Applegate | If you enjoyed the animal characters and themes of friendship and loyalty in Mercy Watson to the Rescue, you might also enjoy The One and Only Ivan, a heartwarming and poignant novel about a gorilla who learns to find hope and courage in the face of adversity. |
| Wizard of the Pigeons | Megan Lindholm | War for the Oaks | Emma Bull | If you enjoyed the urban fantasy elements of Wizard of the Pigeons, you might appreciate War for the Oaks for its blend of music, magic, and romance set in the streets of Minneapolis, with a strong female protagonist and a vividly depicted faerie world. |
| Wizard of the Pigeons | Megan Lindholm | The Last Unicorn | Peter S. Beagle | If you were drawn to the lyrical and poetic writing style of Wizard of the Pigeons, you might find The Last Unicorn enchanting with its timeless tale of a unicorn's quest to find her kind, filled with whimsy, humor, and bittersweet moments. |
| Wizard of the Pigeons | Megan Lindholm | The City We Became | N.K. Jemisin | If you enjoyed the way Wizard of the Pigeons weaves magic into the fabric of everyday life, you might appreciate The City We Became for its imaginative and vibrant portrayal of New York City as a living entity, with diverse characters, cosmic horror, and a celebration of community and identity. |
| Interrupting Chicken | David Ezra Stein | Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! | Mo Willems | If you enjoyed the humor and interactive elements of Interrupting Chicken, you might also enjoy Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! which features a similarly engaging and mischievous protagonist who directly addresses the reader and invites them to participate in the story. |
| Interrupting Chicken | David Ezra Stein | The Book with No Pictures | B.J. Novak | If you appreciated the way Interrupting Chicken plays with language and expectations, you might also enjoy The Book with No Pictures which uses humor and wordplay to create a fun and surprising reading experience that encourages participation and engagement. |
| Interrupting Chicken | David Ezra Stein | Dragons Love Tacos | Adam Rubin | If you enjoyed the playful and imaginative tone of Interrupting Chicken, you might also enjoy Dragons Love Tacos which features a similarly whimsical premise and colorful illustrations, as well as a fun and unexpected twist that will keep readers engaged and entertained. |
| Echo Mountain | Lauren Wolk | Beyond the Bright Sea | Lauren Wolk | If you enjoyed Lauren Wolk's writing style and her ability to create vivid and memorable characters, you might appreciate Beyond the Bright Sea, which also features a young protagonist on a journey of self-discovery, set against the backdrop of a remote island community. |
| Echo Mountain | Lauren Wolk | The Secret Keepers | Trenton Lee Stewart | If you enjoyed the sense of mystery and adventure in Echo Mountain, you might find The Secret Keepers to be a thrilling read, with its tale of a young boy who discovers a magical watch that leads him on a dangerous quest to uncover the secrets of his city. |
| Echo Mountain | Lauren Wolk | The Penderwicks | Jeanne Birdsall | If you enjoyed the heartwarming family dynamics in Echo Mountain, you might appreciate The Penderwicks, which follows the adventures of four sisters and their father as they spend a summer in a charming cottage and form lasting friendships with the locals. |
| Journey | Aaron Becker | The Arrival | Shaun Tan | If you enjoyed the wordless storytelling and stunning illustrations of Journey, you might appreciate The Arrival for its similar approach to depicting a fantastical world and its exploration of themes such as immigration, identity, and belonging. |
| Journey | Aaron Becker | Flotsam | David Wiesner | If you were captivated by the imaginative and detailed illustrations of Journey, you might find Flotsam intriguing with its stunning artwork, sense of wonder, and exploration of the mysteries of the ocean. |
| Journey | Aaron Becker | Tuesday | David Wiesner | If you enjoyed the sense of magic and whimsy in Journey, you might appreciate Tuesday for its imaginative premise of frogs flying on lily pads, its detailed and expressive illustrations, and its playful exploration of what happens when animals take over the world for a night. |
| The Case of the Bizarre Bouquets | Nancy Springer | The Westing Game | Ellen Raskin | If you enjoyed the mystery and puzzle-solving elements of The Case of the Bizarre Bouquets, you might appreciate The Westing Game for its intricate plot, diverse cast of characters, and clever clues that keep readers guessing until the end. |
| The Case of the Bizarre Bouquets | Nancy Springer | The Mysterious Benedict Society | Trenton Lee Stewart | If you liked the idea of a group of young detectives working together to solve a mystery, you might enjoy The Mysterious Benedict Society for its engaging characters, thrilling adventure, and brain-teasing puzzles that will keep you on the edge of your seat. |
| The Case of the Bizarre Bouquets | Nancy Springer | The Name of this Book is Secret | Pseudonymous Bosch | If you enjoyed the quirky humor and offbeat tone of The Case of the Bizarre Bouquets, you might find The Name of this Book is Secret to be a fun and entertaining read with its eccentric characters, playful narrative style, and mysterious plot that will keep you guessing until the end. |
| Diary of a Wombat | Jackie French | Possum Magic | Mem Fox | If you enjoyed the charming and humorous animal protagonist in Diary of a Wombat, you might also enjoy Possum Magic, which features another adorable Australian animal and explores themes of magic, adventure, and friendship in a delightful way. |