Recommended Titles Data
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| Requested Title | Requested Author | Recommended Title | Recommended Author | Recommendation Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trail of Lightning | Rebecca Roanhorse | The Fifth Season | N.K. Jemisin | If you enjoyed the post-apocalyptic setting and strong female protagonist in Trail of Lightning, you might appreciate The Fifth Season for its intricate world-building, complex characters, and exploration of power, oppression, and survival in a world on the brink of destruction. |
| Trail of Lightning | Rebecca Roanhorse | The City We Became | N.K. Jemisin | If you enjoyed the blend of mythology and contemporary urban setting in Trail of Lightning, you might find The City We Became intriguing with its imaginative premise, diverse cast of characters, and exploration of identity, community, and the power of cities. |
| Trail of Lightning | Rebecca Roanhorse | Mexican Gothic | Silvia Moreno-Garcia | If you enjoyed the blend of horror and cultural elements in Trail of Lightning, you might appreciate Mexican Gothic for its atmospheric setting, eerie tone, and exploration of colonialism, eugenics, and the supernatural in 1950s Mexico. |
| Fauna | Christiane Vadnais | Annihilation | Jeff Vandermeer | If you enjoyed the surreal and unsettling atmosphere of Fauna, you might appreciate Annihilation for its similarly eerie and mysterious setting, as well as its exploration of the unknown and the limits of human understanding. |
| Fauna | Christiane Vadnais | The Vegetarian | Han Kang | If you were drawn to Fauna's examination of the relationship between humans and animals, you might find The Vegetarian intriguing with its exploration of the consequences of a woman's decision to stop eating meat, and the impact it has on her relationships and identity. |
| Fauna | Christiane Vadnais | The Memory Police | Yoko Ogawa | If you enjoyed the dystopian elements of Fauna, The Memory Police offers a haunting and thought-provoking story that explores the power of memory, the erosion of individuality, and the struggle for survival in a society where things disappear without warning. |
| 5-Minute Berenstain Bears Stories | Jan Berenstain | Little Critter Storybook Collection | Mercer Mayer | If you enjoyed the heartwarming and relatable stories of the Berenstain Bears, you might also enjoy the Little Critter Storybook Collection, which features lovable characters and humorous tales that teach valuable life lessons to young readers. |
| 5-Minute Berenstain Bears Stories | Jan Berenstain | Frog and Toad Storybook Treasury | Arnold Lobel | If you appreciated the charming and endearing characters in the Berenstain Bears, you might find the Frog and Toad Storybook Treasury delightful with its timeless stories of friendship, humor, and kindness that have captivated generations of readers. |
| 5-Minute Berenstain Bears Stories | Jan Berenstain | Curious George Storybook Collection | H.A. Rey | If you enjoyed the playful and mischievous nature of the Berenstain Bears, you might also enjoy the Curious George Storybook Collection, which features the beloved and adventurous monkey and his many escapades that inspire curiosity, learning, and fun. |
| Daniel Chooses to Be Kind | Rachel Kalban | The Kindness Book | Todd Parr | If you enjoyed the message of kindness in Daniel Chooses to Be Kind, you might appreciate The Kindness Book for its colorful illustrations, simple yet impactful text, and emphasis on the importance of being kind to oneself and others. |
| Daniel Chooses to Be Kind | Rachel Kalban | Each Kindness | Jacqueline Woodson | If you were moved by the theme of empathy and regret in Daniel Chooses to Be Kind, you might find Each Kindness poignant with its exploration of the ripple effect of our actions, the power of forgiveness, and the importance of treating others with kindness and respect. |
| Daniel Chooses to Be Kind | Rachel Kalban | Wonder | R.J. Palacio | If you appreciated the focus on kindness and acceptance in Daniel Chooses to Be Kind, Wonder offers a heartwarming story that celebrates differences, promotes empathy, and encourages readers to choose kindness in the face of adversity, making it a must-read for all ages. |
| Crazy Stupid Bromance | Lyssa Kay Adams | The Kiss Quotient | Helen Hoang | If you enjoyed the romantic and comedic elements of Crazy Stupid Bromance, you might appreciate The Kiss Quotient for its charming characters, heartwarming story, and exploration of neurodiversity and sexuality. |
| Crazy Stupid Bromance | Lyssa Kay Adams | The Hating Game | Sally Thorne | If you liked the enemies-to-lovers trope and witty banter in Crazy Stupid Bromance, you might enjoy The Hating Game for its engaging characters, hilarious dialogue, and steamy romance. |
| Crazy Stupid Bromance | Lyssa Kay Adams | The Unhoneymooners | Christina Lauren | If you enjoyed the humorous and lighthearted tone of Crazy Stupid Bromance, you might find The Unhoneymooners entertaining with its delightful characters, hilarious mishaps, and enemies-to-lovers romance set in a tropical paradise. |
| The Listening Walk | Paul Showers | The Quiet Book | Deborah Underwood | If you enjoyed the focus on listening and the sounds of the world in The Listening Walk, you might appreciate The Quiet Book for its exploration of the different kinds of quiet and the small moments of stillness that can be found in everyday life. |
| The Listening Walk | Paul Showers | The Noisy Paint Box | Barb Rosenstock | If you were interested in the sensory experience of listening in The Listening Walk, you might find The Noisy Paint Box intriguing with its exploration of the synesthesia experienced by artist Vasily Kandinsky, who heard colors and saw sounds. |
| The Listening Walk | Paul Showers | The Sound of Silence | Katrina Goldsaito | If you enjoyed the focus on listening and the sounds of the world in The Listening Walk, The Sound of Silence offers a captivating story that explores the beauty of silence and the power of listening, providing a thoughtful and meditative reading experience. |
| Little Doctor and the Fearless Beast | Sophie Gilmore | The Gruffalo | Julia Donaldson | If you enjoyed the charming and adventurous story of Little Doctor and the Fearless Beast, you might also enjoy The Gruffalo, which features a clever mouse who outwits predators in the forest with his quick thinking and bravery. |
| Little Doctor and the Fearless Beast | Sophie Gilmore | Where the Wild Things Are | Maurice Sendak | If you liked the imaginative and whimsical elements of Little Doctor and the Fearless Beast, you might appreciate Where the Wild Things Are, which follows a young boy's journey to a magical land filled with strange creatures and adventure. |
| Little Doctor and the Fearless Beast | Sophie Gilmore | The Cat in the Hat | Dr. Seuss | If you enjoyed the playful and fun tone of Little Doctor and the Fearless Beast, you might also enjoy The Cat in the Hat, which features a mischievous cat who brings chaos and excitement to the lives of two children on a rainy day. |
| Skippyjon Jones-- Lost in Spice | Judy Schachner | Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons | Eric Litwin | If you enjoyed the playful and adventurous nature of Skippyjon Jones, you might appreciate Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons for its catchy rhymes, colorful illustrations, and upbeat message about staying positive in the face of challenges. |
| Skippyjon Jones-- Lost in Spice | Judy Schachner | Llama Llama Red Pajama | Anna Dewdney | If you liked the imaginative and whimsical elements of Skippyjon Jones, you might find Llama Llama Red Pajama charming with its endearing protagonist, relatable themes of separation anxiety and bedtime routines, and delightful illustrations. |
| Skippyjon Jones-- Lost in Spice | Judy Schachner | The Cat in the Hat | Dr. Seuss | If you enjoyed the mischievous and humorous tone of Skippyjon Jones, The Cat in the Hat offers a classic tale of a feline troublemaker who wreaks havoc on a rainy day, with its iconic rhymes, zany illustrations, and timeless appeal. |
| Some Bugs | Angela DiTerlizzi | Bugs! Bugs! Bugs! | Bob Barner | If you enjoyed the colorful illustrations and playful rhymes in Some Bugs, you might also enjoy Bugs! Bugs! Bugs! which features vibrant cut-paper collages and a fun exploration of different types of bugs. |
| Some Bugs | Angela DiTerlizzi | The Very Hungry Caterpillar | Eric Carle | If you liked the focus on insects and their life cycles in Some Bugs, you might enjoy The Very Hungry Caterpillar, a classic picture book that follows the journey of a caterpillar as it transforms into a butterfly. |
| Some Bugs | Angela DiTerlizzi | National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Bugs | Catherine D. Hughes | If you want to learn more about bugs after reading Some Bugs, you might enjoy National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Bugs, which features stunning photographs and fascinating facts about a wide variety of insects. |
| The Dark Prophecy | Rick Riordan | Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard: The Sword of Summer | Rick Riordan | If you enjoyed The Dark Prophecy's blend of humor, action, and mythology, you might appreciate Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard: The Sword of Summer for its engaging characters, thrilling adventure, and exploration of Norse mythology. |
| The Dark Prophecy | Rick Riordan | Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief | Rick Riordan | If you enjoyed The Dark Prophecy's fast-paced plot and witty dialogue, you might find Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief entertaining with its engaging protagonist, clever twists, and imaginative take on Greek mythology. |
| The Dark Prophecy | Rick Riordan | The Trials of Apollo: The Hidden Oracle | Rick Riordan | If you enjoyed The Dark Prophecy's exploration of the god Apollo's character and struggles, you might enjoy The Trials of Apollo: The Hidden Oracle for its humor, heart, and exciting plot that follows Apollo's journey as a mortal teenager. |
| Chewie and the Porgs | Kevin Shinick | Star Wars: The Force Awakens | Alan Dean Foster | If you enjoyed Chewie and the Porgs for its Star Wars setting and lovable characters, you might appreciate the novelization of The Force Awakens, which expands on the events of the movie and provides additional insight into the characters and their motivations. |
| Chewie and the Porgs | Kevin Shinick | Star Wars: From a Certain Point of View | Various Authors | If you enjoyed Chewie and the Porgs for its exploration of the Star Wars universe from a unique perspective, you might find From a Certain Point of View intriguing with its collection of short stories that retell the events of A New Hope from the perspective of different characters, providing a fresh and entertaining take on the classic story. |
| Chewie and the Porgs | Kevin Shinick | Star Wars: The Last Jedi - Cobalt Squadron | Elizabeth Wein | If you enjoyed Chewie and the Porgs for its focus on the creatures of the Star Wars universe, you might appreciate Cobalt Squadron, which follows the adventures of two Resistance pilots and their droids as they embark on a dangerous mission to save innocent lives, providing an exciting and heartwarming story that showcases the bravery and loyalty of the creatures that help the heroes of the Star Wars saga. |
| IQ | Joe Ide | Bluebird, Bluebird | Attica Locke | If you enjoyed IQ's blend of mystery and social commentary, you might appreciate Bluebird, Bluebird for its exploration of race, justice, and identity in a small Texas town, as well as its gripping murder investigation. |
| IQ | Joe Ide | The Cuckoo's Calling | Robert Galbraith | If you liked IQ's detective protagonist and his unconventional methods, you might enjoy The Cuckoo's Calling for its complex and twisty case, as well as its vivid portrayal of London's fashion and celebrity scene. |
| IQ | Joe Ide | The Last Place You Look | Kristen Lepionka | If you appreciated IQ's focus on character development and emotional depth, you might find The Last Place You Look compelling with its flawed and relatable private investigator, her personal struggles, and her determination to solve a missing person case that hits close to home. |
| Warriors in Winter | Mary Pope Osborne | The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe | C.S. Lewis | If you enjoyed the time-traveling and magical elements of Warriors in Winter, you might appreciate The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe for its imaginative world-building, epic battles, and themes of good vs. evil. |
| Warriors in Winter | Mary Pope Osborne | The Sword in the Stone | T.H. White | If you were captivated by Warriors in Winter's exploration of medieval times and knights, you might find The Sword in the Stone intriguing with its retelling of the Arthurian legend, focus on the education and training of a young King Arthur, and humorous tone. |
| Warriors in Winter | Mary Pope Osborne | The Door in the Wall | Marguerite de Angeli | If you enjoyed the historical setting and themes of perseverance and overcoming obstacles in Warriors in Winter, The Door in the Wall offers a similarly inspiring story set in medieval England, where a young boy overcomes physical challenges to become a knight. |
| Ladybug Girl and the Dress-Up Dilemma | David Soman and Jacky Davis | Fancy Nancy | Jane O'Connor | If you enjoyed Ladybug Girl's imaginative play and love of dressing up, you might also enjoy Fancy Nancy, a series about a young girl who loves all things fancy and uses her creativity to make every day an adventure. |
| Ladybug Girl and the Dress-Up Dilemma | David Soman and Jacky Davis | Pinkalicious | Victoria Kann | If you enjoyed Ladybug Girl's spunky personality and love of pink, you might also enjoy Pinkalicious, a series about a girl who turns pink after eating too many pink cupcakes and goes on all sorts of adventures with her brother Peter. |
| Ladybug Girl and the Dress-Up Dilemma | David Soman and Jacky Davis | Olivia | Ian Falconer | If you enjoyed Ladybug Girl's determination and independence, you might also enjoy Olivia, a series about a confident and adventurous young pig who is always up for trying new things and going on exciting adventures. |
| The Book of Dragons: an Anthology | Jonathan Strahan | The Dragon Book: Magical Tales from the Masters of Modern Fantasy | Gardner Dozois and Jack Dann | If you enjoyed The Book of Dragons' collection of stories featuring dragons, you might appreciate The Dragon Book, which also features stories from some of the biggest names in fantasy, including George R.R. Martin, Robin Hobb, and Ursula K. Le Guin. |
| The Book of Dragons: an Anthology | Jonathan Strahan | The Book of Magic: A Collection of Stories | Gardner Dozois and Jack Dann | If you enjoyed the anthology format of The Book of Dragons, you might enjoy The Book of Magic, which features stories from a variety of authors exploring the theme of magic in all its forms. |
| The Book of Dragons: an Anthology | Jonathan Strahan | The Bestiary: A Book of Beasts | Ann Vandermeer | If you enjoyed the focus on mythical creatures in The Book of Dragons, you might appreciate The Bestiary, which features stories, poems, and illustrations of a variety of fantastical beasts from authors such as Neil Gaiman, Karen Joy Fowler, and Catherynne M. Valente. |
| The Case of the Missing Painting | Dosh Archer | The Westing Game | Ellen Raskin | If you enjoyed the mystery and puzzle-solving elements of The Case of the Missing Painting, you might appreciate The Westing Game for its intricate plot, diverse cast of characters, and clever clues that keep readers guessing until the very end. |
| The Case of the Missing Painting | Dosh Archer | Chasing Vermeer | Blue Balliett | If you were captivated by the art-related mystery in The Case of the Missing Painting, you might find Chasing Vermeer intriguing with its focus on a stolen painting, the connections between art and math, and the friendship between two young sleuths. |
| The Case of the Missing Painting | Dosh Archer | The London Eye Mystery | Siobhan Dowd | If you enjoyed the perspective of a child detective in The Case of the Missing Painting, The London Eye Mystery offers a similar protagonist with a unique perspective on the world, as well as a compelling mystery involving a missing family member and a thrilling race against time. |
| Treasure | Mireille Messier | The Antlered Ship | Dashka Slater | If you enjoyed the adventurous spirit and charming illustrations of Treasure, you might also enjoy The Antlered Ship, which follows a curious fox on a journey of discovery and friendship with a crew of animals aboard a magical ship. |
| Treasure | Mireille Messier | The Secret of the Old Clock | Carolyn Keene | If you enjoyed the mystery and suspense elements of Treasure, you might find The Secret of the Old Clock intriguing with its plucky young detective Nancy Drew, who uncovers a hidden treasure and solves a decades-old mystery. |