Recommended Titles Data
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Requested Title | Requested Author | Recommended Title | Recommended Author | Recommendation Rationale |
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Hello Goodbye Dog | Maria Gianferrari | The Buddy Bench | Pamela L. McQuade | If you enjoyed the heartwarming story of a dog's determination to be with its owner in Hello Goodbye Dog, you might appreciate The Buddy Bench for its uplifting message of kindness, inclusion, and friendship, as well as its charming illustrations. |
Hello Goodbye Dog | Maria Gianferrari | The Pigeon Wants a Puppy! | Mo Willems | If you liked the playful and humorous tone of Hello Goodbye Dog, you might enjoy The Pigeon Wants a Puppy! for its witty dialogue, expressive illustrations, and relatable themes of longing and disappointment. |
Hello Goodbye Dog | Maria Gianferrari | Dog Man | Dav Pilkey | If you appreciated the endearing and quirky portrayal of a dog in Hello Goodbye Dog, you might find Dog Man entertaining with its hilarious blend of superhero action, graphic novel format, and canine protagonist who is part dog, part cop, and all hero. |
Ola | Ingri and Edgar Parin d'Aulaire | D'Aulaires' Book of Norse Myths | Ingri and Edgar Parin d'Aulaire | If you enjoyed the storytelling and illustrations in Ola, you might appreciate D'Aulaires' Book of Norse Myths for its vivid retelling of classic Norse myths and the d'Aulaires' signature artwork. |
Ola | Ingri and Edgar Parin d'Aulaire | Pippi Longstocking | Astrid Lindgren | If you enjoyed the adventurous spirit and independent nature of Ola, you might enjoy Pippi Longstocking for its spunky protagonist, imaginative storytelling, and themes of friendship and individuality. |
Ola | Ingri and Edgar Parin d'Aulaire | The Snow Queen | Hans Christian Andersen | If you enjoyed the fairy tale elements and magical atmosphere of Ola, you might appreciate The Snow Queen for its timeless story of friendship, adventure, and the power of love to overcome adversity. |
Wonder Woman 5-Minute Stories | DC Super Heroes: My First Book of Girl Power | Julie Merberg | If you enjoyed the empowering and adventurous stories of Wonder Woman, you might appreciate this collection of stories featuring other female superheroes like Batgirl, Supergirl, and Harley Quinn, inspiring young readers to be strong, brave, and confident. | |
Wonder Woman 5-Minute Stories | The Princess in Black | Shannon Hale | If you liked the idea of a strong and capable female protagonist, you might enjoy The Princess in Black, a series of illustrated chapter books about a princess who secretly fights monsters and saves the day, combining humor, action, and positive messages for young readers. | |
Wonder Woman 5-Minute Stories | She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World | Chelsea Clinton | If you were inspired by Wonder Woman's determination and courage, you might find She Persisted a compelling read, featuring the stories of 13 remarkable women who overcame obstacles and made a difference in various fields, from politics to science to sports, encouraging readers to pursue their dreams and stand up for what they believe in. | |
Esio Trot | Roald Dahl | The BFG | Roald Dahl | If you enjoyed the whimsical and heartwarming nature of Esio Trot, you might also enjoy The BFG for its imaginative storytelling, lovable characters, and themes of friendship and adventure. |
Esio Trot | Roald Dahl | Charlotte's Web | E.B. White | If you appreciated the endearing animal characters and gentle humor in Esio Trot, you might find Charlotte's Web to be a similarly charming and heartwarming story about the unlikely friendship between a pig and a spider. |
Esio Trot | Roald Dahl | Matilda | Roald Dahl | If you enjoyed the playful and mischievous tone of Esio Trot, you might also enjoy Matilda for its clever protagonist, humorous situations, and themes of empowerment and standing up to bullies. |
JoJo and Daddy Bake a Cake | Jane O'Connor | Pinkalicious | Victoria Kann | If you enjoyed the father-daughter bonding and baking theme of JoJo and Daddy Bake a Cake, you might also enjoy Pinkalicious, which features a young girl's love for pink and her adventures with her family, including baking cupcakes. |
JoJo and Daddy Bake a Cake | Jane O'Connor | Fancy Nancy and the Delectable Cupcakes | Jane O'Connor | If you liked the baking aspect of JoJo and Daddy Bake a Cake, you might enjoy Fancy Nancy and the Delectable Cupcakes, which also features a young girl's love for baking and her quest to create the perfect cupcakes for her family. |
JoJo and Daddy Bake a Cake | Jane O'Connor | Baking Day at Grandma's | Anika Denise | If you enjoyed the family bonding and baking theme of JoJo and Daddy Bake a Cake, you might also enjoy Baking Day at Grandma's, which follows a young girl and her siblings as they spend a day baking with their grandmother and learning about family traditions. |
Happy Paws | Vicky Fang | Dog Man | Dav Pilkey | If you enjoyed the fun and heartwarming story of Happy Paws, you might also enjoy Dog Man, a graphic novel series that follows the adventures of a half-dog, half-human police officer and his friends as they fight crime and save the day with humor and action. |
Happy Paws | Vicky Fang | The One and Only Ivan | Katherine Applegate | If you were touched by the emotional depth and animal perspective of Happy Paws, you might appreciate The One and Only Ivan, a novel that tells the story of a gorilla who learns to express his artistic talent and dreams of a better life outside his cage, based on a true story and written with empathy and insight. |
Happy Paws | Vicky Fang | Wings of Fire | Tui T. Sutherland | If you enjoyed the imaginative and adventurous spirit of Happy Paws, you might find Wings of Fire engaging with its epic fantasy world of dragons, prophecies, and conflicts, as five young dragonets embark on a quest to fulfill their destiny and save their tribes from war and destruction. |
Duck, Duck, Dinosaur: Perfect Pumpkin | Kallie George | Pumpkin Soup | Helen Cooper | If you enjoyed the theme of pumpkins in Duck, Duck, Dinosaur: Perfect Pumpkin, you might appreciate Pumpkin Soup for its charming illustrations, heartwarming story of friendship, and exploration of the joys of cooking and sharing food. |
Duck, Duck, Dinosaur: Perfect Pumpkin | Kallie George | The Ugly Pumpkin | Dave Horowitz | If you liked the character of the pumpkin in Duck, Duck, Dinosaur: Perfect Pumpkin, you might enjoy The Ugly Pumpkin for its humorous and touching tale of a pumpkin who doesn't fit in, and its message of acceptance and self-discovery. |
Duck, Duck, Dinosaur: Perfect Pumpkin | Kallie George | The Berenstain Bears and the Prize Pumpkin | Stan and Jan Berenstain | If you enjoyed the focus on autumn and harvest in Duck, Duck, Dinosaur: Perfect Pumpkin, you might find The Berenstain Bears and the Prize Pumpkin appealing for its colorful illustrations, engaging story of a family's pumpkin-growing contest, and lessons about hard work and fair play. |
Wide Sargasso Sea | Jean Rhys | Jane Eyre | Charlotte Bronte | Wide Sargasso Sea is a prequel to Jane Eyre, so if you enjoyed Rhys' exploration of the character of Bertha Mason, you might appreciate reading the original novel to gain a deeper understanding of the context and themes of both works. |
Wide Sargasso Sea | Jean Rhys | The Color Purple | Alice Walker | If you appreciated the feminist and postcolonial themes of Wide Sargasso Sea, you might enjoy The Color Purple for its exploration of similar issues, including racism, sexism, and the struggle for self-acceptance and empowerment. |
Wide Sargasso Sea | Jean Rhys | The God of Small Things | Arundhati Roy | If you enjoyed the lush and evocative prose of Wide Sargasso Sea, you might appreciate The God of Small Things for its similarly poetic language and exploration of family, love, and loss in a complex and layered narrative. |
Tiger and Badger | Emily Jenkins | Frog and Toad Are Friends | Arnold Lobel | If you enjoyed the charming and heartwarming friendship between Tiger and Badger, you might appreciate Frog and Toad Are Friends for its endearing portrayal of the bond between two amphibians and their everyday adventures. |
Tiger and Badger | Emily Jenkins | The Tale of Despereaux | Kate DiCamillo | If you were captivated by the whimsical and imaginative world of Tiger and Badger, you might find The Tale of Despereaux enchanting with its fairy tale-like setting, lovable characters, and themes of bravery, love, and redemption. |
Tiger and Badger | Emily Jenkins | The Wind in the Willows | Kenneth Grahame | If you enjoyed the animal characters and their anthropomorphic qualities in Tiger and Badger, The Wind in the Willows offers a classic tale of friendship, adventure, and the joys of the English countryside, featuring beloved characters such as Mole, Rat, and Toad. |
Farm to Trouble | Amanda Flower | Assaulted Caramel | Amanda Flower | If you enjoyed the cozy mystery and small-town setting of Farm to Trouble, you might appreciate Assaulted Caramel for its charming protagonist, engaging plot, and mouth-watering descriptions of sweets and treats. |
Farm to Trouble | Amanda Flower | The Diva Runs Out of Thyme | Krista Davis | If you liked the amateur sleuthing and community involvement in Farm to Trouble, you might find The Diva Runs Out of Thyme appealing with its likable characters, entertaining mystery, and delightful details about food and entertaining. |
Farm to Trouble | Amanda Flower | A Killer Crop | Wendy Tyson | If you enjoyed the farm-to-table theme and agricultural backdrop of Farm to Trouble, A Killer Crop might be a good fit with its engaging mystery, strong sense of place, and exploration of the challenges and rewards of sustainable farming. |
Muffled | Jennifer Gennari | Wonder | R.J. Palacio | If you enjoyed the themes of empathy and self-discovery in Muffled, you might appreciate Wonder for its heartwarming story of a boy with facial differences navigating school and friendship, and the powerful message of kindness and acceptance. |
Muffled | Jennifer Gennari | Fish in a Tree | Lynda Mullaly Hunt | If you were moved by Muffled's exploration of learning differences and the challenges of fitting in, you might find Fish in a Tree compelling with its relatable protagonist struggling with dyslexia, the importance of supportive teachers and friends, and the empowering message of embracing one's unique strengths. |
Muffled | Jennifer Gennari | Out of My Mind | Sharon M. Draper | If you enjoyed the perspective of a protagonist with a disability in Muffled, Out of My Mind offers a powerful story of a girl with cerebral palsy who cannot speak or move, but has a brilliant mind and a fierce determination to be heard, making a difference in her school and community. |
The Big Honey Hunt | Stanley and Janice Berenstain | Caps for Sale | Esphyr Slobodkina | If you enjoyed the playful and humorous tone of The Big Honey Hunt, you might appreciate Caps for Sale for its delightful illustrations, engaging story, and memorable characters that will entertain both children and adults alike. |
The Big Honey Hunt | Stanley and Janice Berenstain | Curious George | H.A. Rey | If you liked the adventurous and mischievous nature of The Big Honey Hunt, you might enjoy Curious George for its lovable and curious monkey protagonist, charming illustrations, and fun-filled escapades that will capture the imagination of young readers. |
The Big Honey Hunt | Stanley and Janice Berenstain | The Cat in the Hat | Dr. Seuss | If you appreciated the whimsical and rhyming language of The Big Honey Hunt, you might find The Cat in the Hat delightful with its zany characters, imaginative illustrations, and playful language that will engage and entertain readers of all ages. |
Ancient Bones: Unearthing the Astonishing New Story of How We Became Human | Madelaine Böhme | Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind | Yuval Noah Harari | If you enjoyed learning about the evolution of humanity in Ancient Bones, Sapiens offers a similarly engaging and thought-provoking exploration of our species' history, from the emergence of Homo sapiens to the present day, with a focus on the cognitive, social, and cultural developments that have shaped our world. |
Ancient Bones: Unearthing the Astonishing New Story of How We Became Human | Madelaine Böhme | The Origin of Species | Charles Darwin | If you were fascinated by the scientific discoveries and theories presented in Ancient Bones, The Origin of Species is a classic work that explores the mechanisms of evolution and natural selection, providing a foundational understanding of the biological processes that have shaped life on Earth. |
Ancient Bones: Unearthing the Astonishing New Story of How We Became Human | Madelaine Böhme | The Sixth Extinction: An Unnatural History | Elizabeth Kolbert | If you were intrigued by the impact of environmental changes on human evolution in Ancient Bones, The Sixth Extinction offers a sobering examination of the current mass extinction event and its causes, highlighting the interconnectedness of all life on Earth and the urgent need for conservation and preservation efforts. |
The Door | Magda Szabó | The Vegetarian | Han Kang | If you enjoyed the exploration of the complex relationship between two women in The Door, you might appreciate The Vegetarian for its haunting portrayal of a woman's rebellion against societal norms and expectations, and the impact it has on her relationships with those around her. |
The Door | Magda Szabó | The Elegance of the Hedgehog | Muriel Barbery | If you appreciated the introspective and philosophical nature of The Door, you might enjoy The Elegance of the Hedgehog for its exploration of the inner lives of two unlikely friends, and their shared appreciation for art, literature, and beauty in the world. |
The Door | Magda Szabó | The Days of Abandonment | Elena Ferrante | If you were drawn to the raw and emotional portrayal of a woman's inner turmoil in The Door, you might find The Days of Abandonment compelling for its unflinching examination of a woman's descent into madness and despair following the breakdown of her marriage. |
Christmas at Holiday House | RaeAnne Thayne | The Christmas Sisters | Sarah Morgan | If you enjoyed the heartwarming holiday setting and themes of family and love in Christmas at Holiday House, you might also enjoy The Christmas Sisters, which follows three sisters reuniting for the holidays and rediscovering the bonds of sisterhood and the magic of Christmas. |
Christmas at Holiday House | RaeAnne Thayne | The Christmas Wedding | James Patterson | If you enjoyed the romantic elements and family drama in Christmas at Holiday House, you might also enjoy The Christmas Wedding, which follows a family gathering for a holiday wedding and the secrets, surprises, and love that unfold over the course of the celebration. |
Christmas at Holiday House | RaeAnne Thayne | The Noel Stranger | Richard Paul Evans | If you enjoyed the cozy and heartwarming atmosphere of Christmas at Holiday House, you might also enjoy The Noel Stranger, which follows a small town coming together to help a stranger in need during the holiday season, and the unexpected connections and joy that result from their kindness. |
The Caldera | John Flanagan | The Ruins of Gorlan | John Flanagan | If you enjoyed The Caldera, you might appreciate the first book in the Ranger's Apprentice series, The Ruins of Gorlan. It features similar themes of adventure, friendship, and survival in a fantasy world, and follows the story of a young orphan boy who becomes an apprentice to a ranger. |
The Caldera | John Flanagan | The False Prince | Jennifer A. Nielsen | If you enjoyed the action and intrigue in The Caldera, you might enjoy The False Prince, which follows the story of an orphan boy who is forced to impersonate a missing prince in a dangerous political game. It features similar themes of deception, loyalty, and adventure in a fantasy world. |
The Caldera | John Flanagan | Eragon | Christopher Paolini | If you enjoyed the epic fantasy world-building in The Caldera, you might appreciate Eragon, which follows the story of a young farm boy who discovers a dragon egg and becomes embroiled in a battle against an evil king. It features similar themes of adventure, magic, and coming-of-age in a richly imagined world. |
The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet | Becky Chambers | Ancillary Justice | Ann Leckie | If you enjoyed the diverse and complex characters in The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet, you might appreciate Ancillary Justice for its exploration of identity, power, and morality through the eyes of an AI protagonist. |
The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet | Becky Chambers | The Dispossessed | Ursula K. Le Guin | If you appreciated the social and political commentary in The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet, you might enjoy The Dispossessed for its exploration of anarchism, capitalism, and the nature of freedom in a science fiction setting. |