Recommended Titles Data
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| Requested Title | Requested Author | Recommended Title | Recommended Author | Recommendation Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mac and Cheese | Sarah Weeks | Dragons Love Tacos | Adam Rubin | If you liked the whimsical and imaginative elements of Mac and Cheese, you might find Dragons Love Tacos entertaining with its colorful illustrations, silly premise, and fun exploration of the relationship between dragons and tacos. |
| Mac and Cheese | Sarah Weeks | Green Eggs and Ham | Dr. Seuss | If you enjoyed the playful and rhythmic language of Mac and Cheese, Green Eggs and Ham offers a classic and timeless story that celebrates the joy of trying new things and the power of friendship, making it a delightful read for all ages. |
| The Canyon's Edge | Dusti Bowling | Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus | Dusti Bowling | If you enjoyed The Canyon's Edge's themes of resilience, friendship, and overcoming adversity, you might appreciate Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus for its portrayal of a protagonist with a disability who learns to navigate new challenges and find her place in the world. |
| The Canyon's Edge | Dusti Bowling | The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise | Dan Gemeinhart | If you were captivated by The Canyon's Edge's exploration of family dynamics, grief, and healing, you might find The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise compelling with its road trip adventure, diverse cast of characters, and heartwarming story of finding hope and connection in unexpected places. |
| The Canyon's Edge | Dusti Bowling | The Benefits of Being an Octopus | Ann Braden | If you enjoyed The Canyon's Edge's portrayal of a young protagonist's struggle to overcome difficult circumstances, The Benefits of Being an Octopus offers a poignant and thought-provoking story of a girl's journey to find her voice and stand up for herself and her family. |
| Once Upon a River: a Novel | Diane Setterfield | The Thirteenth Tale | Diane Setterfield | If you enjoyed Setterfield's atmospheric and suspenseful storytelling in Once Upon a River, you might appreciate her debut novel, The Thirteenth Tale, which also features a captivating mystery, intricate plot, and richly drawn characters. |
| Once Upon a River: a Novel | Diane Setterfield | The Night Circus | Erin Morgenstern | If you were drawn to the magical and enchanting elements of Once Upon a River, you might enjoy The Night Circus for its vivid imagery, imaginative world-building, and captivating romance set against the backdrop of a mysterious circus. |
| Once Upon a River: a Novel | Diane Setterfield | The Snow Child | Eowyn Ivey | If you appreciated the blend of folklore and realism in Once Upon a River, you might find The Snow Child intriguing with its hauntingly beautiful tale of a childless couple who create a snow child that comes to life, exploring themes of love, loss, and the power of imagination. |
| Everybody Says Meow | Constance Lombardo | I Am a Cat | Natsume Soseki | If you enjoyed the feline perspective and humor in Everybody Says Meow, you might appreciate I Am a Cat, a classic Japanese novel that follows the daily life and observations of a house cat in the early 20th century. |
| Everybody Says Meow | Constance Lombardo | The Cat Who Could Read Backwards | Lilian Jackson Braun | If you enjoyed the mystery and detective elements in Everybody Says Meow, you might find The Cat Who Could Read Backwards intriguing with its feline protagonist who helps solve a murder case in the art world. |
| Everybody Says Meow | Constance Lombardo | The Guest Cat | Takashi Hiraide | If you appreciated the lyrical and poetic writing style in Everybody Says Meow, The Guest Cat offers a beautifully written and contemplative story about a couple's relationship with a stray cat that visits their home. |
| Sloth Went | Adam Lehrhaupt | Giraffes Can't Dance | Giles Andreae | If you enjoyed the fun and playful rhymes in Sloth Went, you might also enjoy Giraffes Can't Dance for its catchy rhythm, colorful illustrations, and uplifting message about embracing your unique talents. |
| Sloth Went | Adam Lehrhaupt | The Book with No Pictures | B.J. Novak | If you appreciated the humor and creativity in Sloth Went, you might find The Book with No Pictures amusing with its interactive format, silly wordplay, and unexpected twists that will keep both kids and adults entertained. |
| Sloth Went | Adam Lehrhaupt | Dragons Love Tacos | Adam Rubin | If you enjoyed the whimsical and imaginative elements of Sloth Went, Dragons Love Tacos offers a hilarious and charming story about dragons and their love for tacos, complete with colorful illustrations and a surprising plot twist. |
| Crier's War | Nina Varela | Girls of Paper and Fire | Natasha Ngan | If you enjoyed the LGBTQ+ romance and political intrigue in Crier's War, you might appreciate Girls of Paper and Fire for its exploration of a forbidden love between two women from different social classes, set against a backdrop of rebellion and oppression. |
| Crier's War | Nina Varela | Ash | Malinda Lo | If you enjoyed the fairy tale retelling and slow-burn romance in Crier's War, you might find Ash intriguing with its reimagining of Cinderella as a queer woman, exploring themes of grief, self-discovery, and the power of love. |
| Crier's War | Nina Varela | The Gilded Wolves | Roshani Chokshi | If you enjoyed the lush world-building and diverse cast of characters in Crier's War, The Gilded Wolves offers a thrilling adventure set in an alternate historical Paris, featuring a team of misfits with unique skills who must work together to solve a dangerous mystery. |
| My Absolute Darling | Gabriel Tallent | Educated | Tara Westover | If you enjoyed the coming-of-age story and exploration of family dynamics in My Absolute Darling, you might appreciate Educated for its memoir-style narrative, examination of the power of education, and themes of self-discovery and resilience. |
| My Absolute Darling | Gabriel Tallent | The Girls | Emma Cline | If you were drawn to the exploration of a young girl's psyche and the impact of a charismatic figure in My Absolute Darling, you might find The Girls intriguing with its examination of a similar dynamic in a cult-like setting, its vivid prose, and its exploration of the complexities of female relationships. |
| My Absolute Darling | Gabriel Tallent | The Great Alone | Kristin Hannah | If you enjoyed the exploration of the natural world and the impact of environment on a young protagonist in My Absolute Darling, The Great Alone offers a similar experience with its vivid descriptions of the Alaskan wilderness, its examination of family dynamics, and its themes of survival and resilience. |
| Alvin Ho: Allergic to the Great Wall, the Forbidden Palace, and Other Tourist Attractions | Lenore Look | The Year of the Dog | Grace Lin | If you enjoyed Alvin Ho's humorous and relatable voice, you might appreciate The Year of the Dog for its heartwarming story of a young girl navigating her identity as a Taiwanese-American and finding her place in the world. |
| Alvin Ho: Allergic to the Great Wall, the Forbidden Palace, and Other Tourist Attractions | Lenore Look | The Penderwicks | Jeanne Birdsall | If you liked Alvin Ho's family dynamics and the way it explores the challenges of growing up, you might enjoy The Penderwicks for its charming and endearing story of four sisters and their adventures during a summer vacation. |
| Alvin Ho: Allergic to the Great Wall, the Forbidden Palace, and Other Tourist Attractions | Lenore Look | The Magic Paintbrush | Julia Donaldson | If you enjoyed the cultural elements and themes of Alvin Ho, The Magic Paintbrush offers a captivating story that draws on Chinese folklore and explores the power of art and creativity to change one's circumstances. |
| Last Couple Standing: a Novel | Matthew Norman | The Unhoneymooners | Christina Lauren | If you enjoyed the humor and romantic tension in Last Couple Standing, you might like The Unhoneymooners for its witty banter, enemies-to-lovers trope, and tropical setting. |
| Last Couple Standing: a Novel | Matthew Norman | The Flatshare | Beth O'Leary | If you liked the exploration of relationships and the challenges of cohabitation in Last Couple Standing, you might enjoy The Flatshare for its unique premise of sharing an apartment with someone you've never met, heartwarming romance, and engaging characters. |
| Last Couple Standing: a Novel | Matthew Norman | One Day in December | Josie Silver | If you enjoyed the focus on the ups and downs of modern relationships in Last Couple Standing, you might appreciate One Day in December for its charming love story, relatable characters, and exploration of the complexities of timing and missed opportunities. |
| Stellaluna | Janell Cannon | Verdi | Janell Cannon | If you enjoyed Stellaluna's charming illustrations and heartwarming story, you might appreciate Verdi for its similarly engaging artwork and endearing tale of a young python who resists growing up and leaving his carefree life behind. |
| Stellaluna | Janell Cannon | Owl Moon | Jane Yolen | If you were captivated by Stellaluna's exploration of the animal world and the bond between mother and child, you might find Owl Moon enchanting with its lyrical prose, stunning illustrations, and touching portrayal of a father and daughter's nocturnal owl-watching adventure. |
| Stellaluna | Janell Cannon | The Kissing Hand | Audrey Penn | If you enjoyed Stellaluna's themes of separation anxiety and the comfort of maternal love, The Kissing Hand offers a heartwarming story of a young raccoon who overcomes his fears of starting school with the help of his mother's special kiss on his hand. |
| Is Everyone Ready for Fun? | Jan Thomas | We Don't Eat Our Classmates | Ryan T. Higgins | If you enjoyed the humor and silliness of Is Everyone Ready for Fun?, you might also enjoy We Don't Eat Our Classmates, which features a dinosaur who struggles to make friends in school and learns an important lesson about treating others with kindness and respect. |
| Is Everyone Ready for Fun? | Jan Thomas | The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog! | Mo Willems | If you liked the energetic and expressive illustrations in Is Everyone Ready for Fun?, you might enjoy The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog!, which features a hilarious and determined pigeon who will stop at nothing to get his hands on a tasty treat. |
| Is Everyone Ready for Fun? | Jan Thomas | Giraffes Can't Dance | Giles Andreae | If you enjoyed the upbeat and rhythmic tone of Is Everyone Ready for Fun?, you might appreciate Giraffes Can't Dance, which tells the story of a giraffe who learns to embrace his unique talents and finds the courage to dance to his own beat. |
| American Dervish | Ayad Akhtar | The Reluctant Fundamentalist | Mohsin Hamid | If you enjoyed American Dervish's exploration of identity, culture, and religion, The Reluctant Fundamentalist offers a thought-provoking story of a Pakistani man's journey to self-discovery in America, grappling with issues of belonging, prejudice, and extremism. |
| American Dervish | Ayad Akhtar | The Kite Runner | Khaled Hosseini | If you appreciated American Dervish's examination of the complexities of Muslim-American identity, The Kite Runner offers a poignant and powerful story of two boys growing up in Afghanistan, exploring themes of friendship, betrayal, redemption, and the impact of political turmoil on personal lives. |
| American Dervish | Ayad Akhtar | Exit West | Mohsin Hamid | If you were drawn to American Dervish's portrayal of the immigrant experience and the challenges of adapting to a new culture, Exit West offers a beautifully written and emotionally resonant story of two refugees fleeing a war-torn country, navigating love, loss, and hope in a world of uncertainty and change. |
| A Boy Like You | Frank Murphy | The One and Only Ivan | Katherine Applegate | If you enjoyed the heartwarming story of a young boy's journey of self-discovery in A Boy Like You, you might also enjoy The One and Only Ivan, which tells the story of a gorilla who learns to embrace his true nature and find his place in the world. |
| A Boy Like You | Frank Murphy | Wonder | R.J. Palacio | If you were moved by the themes of empathy, acceptance, and friendship in A Boy Like You, you might appreciate Wonder, which follows the story of a young boy with a facial deformity as he navigates the challenges of fitting in and finding his own identity. |
| A Boy Like You | Frank Murphy | The War That Saved My Life | Kimberly Brubaker Bradley | If you enjoyed the historical setting and themes of resilience and courage in A Boy Like You, you might also enjoy The War That Saved My Life, which tells the story of a young girl with a physical disability who finds strength and hope in the midst of World War II. |
| The Relatives Came | Cynthia Rylant | All the Places to Love | Patricia MacLachlan | If you enjoyed the heartwarming family themes in The Relatives Came, you might appreciate All the Places to Love for its beautiful illustrations, poetic language, and exploration of the special bond between a boy and his grandfather. |
| The Relatives Came | Cynthia Rylant | The Keeping Quilt | Patricia Polacco | If you appreciated the focus on family traditions and heritage in The Relatives Came, you might enjoy The Keeping Quilt for its touching story of a family's history and the quilt that has been passed down through generations, as well as its vibrant illustrations. |
| The Relatives Came | Cynthia Rylant | Grandma's Records | Eric Velasquez | If you enjoyed the emphasis on family connections and memories in The Relatives Came, you might like Grandma's Records for its portrayal of a young boy's relationship with his grandmother and their shared love of music, as well as its colorful illustrations. |
| The Namesake | Jhumpa Lahiri | Interpreter of Maladies | Jhumpa Lahiri | If you enjoyed Jhumpa Lahiri's writing style and exploration of the immigrant experience, you might appreciate her Pulitzer Prize-winning collection of short stories, Interpreter of Maladies, which delves into the lives of Indian immigrants and their children in America with sensitivity and nuance. |
| The Namesake | Jhumpa Lahiri | The Lowland | Jhumpa Lahiri | If you enjoyed Lahiri's exploration of the complexities of identity and belonging, you might appreciate The Lowland, which follows the lives of two brothers in India who take very different paths in life, and the consequences of their choices on their families and future generations. |
| The Namesake | Jhumpa Lahiri | Americanah | Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie | If you enjoyed The Namesake's exploration of the immigrant experience and the search for identity, you might appreciate Americanah, which follows the story of a young Nigerian woman who moves to the United States to attend university, and her subsequent return to Nigeria, exploring themes of race, culture, and belonging along the way. |
| Pop Goes the Bubble Trouble | Holly Anna | The Bad Guys | Aaron Blabey | If you enjoyed the humor and wacky adventures in Pop Goes the Bubble Trouble, you might also like The Bad Guys, which features a group of reformed villains trying to do good deeds despite their bad reputations. Both books are fast-paced and full of laughs. |
| Pop Goes the Bubble Trouble | Holly Anna | The Princess in Black | Shannon Hale and Dean Hale | If you liked the spunky and determined main character in Pop Goes the Bubble Trouble, you might enjoy The Princess in Black, which features a princess who secretly fights monsters while maintaining her royal duties. Both books have strong female protagonists and plenty of action. |
| Pop Goes the Bubble Trouble | Holly Anna | The Magic Tree House | Mary Pope Osborne | If you enjoyed the imaginative and fantastical elements in Pop Goes the Bubble Trouble, you might like The Magic Tree House series, which follows siblings Jack and Annie as they travel through time and space on magical adventures. Both books are great for young readers who love to explore new worlds. |
| Middlemarch | George Eliot | Jane Eyre | Charlotte Bronte | If you enjoyed the strong female protagonist and the exploration of social norms and expectations in Middlemarch, you might appreciate Jane Eyre for its similar themes, gothic atmosphere, and compelling romance. |
| Middlemarch | George Eliot | Pride and Prejudice | Jane Austen | If you enjoyed the social commentary and the examination of relationships and marriage in Middlemarch, you might find Pride and Prejudice engaging with its witty dialogue, memorable characters, and insightful portrayal of the society and culture of the time. |
| Middlemarch | George Eliot | Wuthering Heights | Emily Bronte | If you enjoyed the complex and nuanced characters and the exploration of human nature in Middlemarch, you might appreciate Wuthering Heights for its dark and passionate story, vivid setting, and exploration of love, revenge, and the destructive power of obsession. |