Recommended Titles Data
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| Requested Title | Requested Author | Recommended Title | Recommended Author | Recommendation Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soccer on Sunday | Mary Pope Osborne | The Unofficial Harry Potter Cookbook | Dinah Bucholz | If you enjoyed the magical elements and the sense of adventure in Soccer on Sunday, you might appreciate The Unofficial Harry Potter Cookbook, which features recipes inspired by the food and drinks mentioned in the Harry Potter series, allowing you to bring a bit of Hogwarts into your own kitchen. |
| Soccer on Sunday | Mary Pope Osborne | The Wild Soccer Bunch | Joachim Masannek | If you enjoyed the soccer theme and the focus on friendship and teamwork in Soccer on Sunday, you might also enjoy The Wild Soccer Bunch, a series of books that follows a group of young soccer players as they face challenges on and off the field, learning important lessons about sportsmanship, perseverance, and loyalty. |
| The Curious Garden | Peter Brown | The Secret Garden | Frances Hodgson Burnett | If you enjoyed the theme of a garden transforming a person's life, you might appreciate The Secret Garden for its exploration of the healing power of nature, the importance of friendship, and the magic of childhood. |
| The Curious Garden | Peter Brown | Miss Rumphius | Barbara Cooney | If you were drawn to the idea of a single person making a positive impact on their community, you might find Miss Rumphius inspiring with its message of finding one's place in the world, making a difference, and leaving a lasting legacy. |
| The Curious Garden | Peter Brown | The Gardener | Sarah Stewart | If you enjoyed the illustrations and the theme of a garden bringing hope and joy to a city, you might appreciate The Gardener for its beautiful artwork, heartwarming story, and portrayal of the transformative power of nature and art. |
| Three's a Crowd! | Ray O'Ryan | Zack Files #01: My Great-grandpa's in the Litter Box | Dan Greenburg | If you enjoyed the humor and adventure in Three's a Crowd!, you might also enjoy the Zack Files series, which features a young protagonist who encounters strange and supernatural events, with a similar blend of humor and excitement. |
| Three's a Crowd! | Ray O'Ryan | Judy Moody and Stink: The Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Treasure Hunt | Megan McDonald | If you enjoyed the themes of friendship and teamwork in Three's a Crowd!, you might also enjoy the Judy Moody and Stink series, which features siblings who embark on fun and imaginative adventures together, with a focus on humor, creativity, and learning. |
| Three's a Crowd! | Ray O'Ryan | The Magic Tree House #01: Dinosaurs Before Dark | Mary Pope Osborne | If you enjoyed the science fiction and time travel elements in Three's a Crowd!, you might also enjoy The Magic Tree House series, which features a brother and sister who travel through time and space to explore different historical periods and cultures, with a focus on adventure, education, and imagination. |
| The Three Brothers | Marie-Louise Gay | The Three Little Pigs | James Orchard Halliwell | If you enjoyed the theme of three brothers in Marie-Louise Gay's book, you might appreciate The Three Little Pigs for its similar focus on sibling relationships and the importance of resourcefulness and perseverance. |
| The Three Brothers | Marie-Louise Gay | The Three Questions | Jon J. Muth | If you appreciated the philosophical and moral themes in The Three Brothers, you might find The Three Questions intriguing with its exploration of the meaning of life, the nature of happiness, and the importance of compassion and mindfulness. |
| The Three Brothers | Marie-Louise Gay | The Three Billy Goats Gruff | Paul Galdone | If you enjoyed the fairy tale elements of The Three Brothers, The Three Billy Goats Gruff offers a classic story with a similar focus on overcoming obstacles and outsmarting adversaries, providing a fun and engaging reading experience. |
| Quackers | Liz Wong | The Ugly Duckling | Hans Christian Andersen | If you enjoyed the theme of self-acceptance and belonging in Quackers, you might appreciate the classic tale of The Ugly Duckling, which explores similar themes of identity and finding one's place in the world. |
| Quackers | Liz Wong | The True Story of the Three Little Pigs | Jon Scieszka | If you enjoyed the humor and playful tone of Quackers, you might find The True Story of the Three Little Pigs amusing with its clever twist on the classic fairy tale and witty narration. |
| Quackers | Liz Wong | The Story of Ferdinand | Munro Leaf | If you appreciated the heartwarming message of Quackers about being true to oneself, you might enjoy The Story of Ferdinand, which tells the tale of a gentle bull who refuses to fight and instead prefers to smell flowers, celebrating individuality and non-conformity. |
| Percy Jackson's Greek Gods | Rick Riordan | Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes | Edith Hamilton | If you enjoyed Percy Jackson's Greek Gods' retelling of classic Greek myths, you might appreciate Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes for its comprehensive collection of myths, engaging storytelling, and accessible language. |
| Percy Jackson's Greek Gods | Rick Riordan | The Lightning Thief | Rick Riordan | If you enjoyed Percy Jackson's Greek Gods' humorous and engaging writing style, you might enjoy The Lightning Thief, the first book in the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, which follows Percy Jackson's adventures as a demigod in a world of Greek gods and monsters. |
| Percy Jackson's Greek Gods | Rick Riordan | Norse Mythology | Neil Gaiman | If you enjoyed Percy Jackson's Greek Gods' exploration of mythology, you might enjoy Norse Mythology, which retells the myths of the Norse gods and goddesses in Neil Gaiman's signature style, blending humor, wit, and vivid storytelling. |
| Saving Winslow | Sharon Creech | Because of Winn-Dixie | Kate DiCamillo | If you enjoyed the heartwarming story of a boy and his animal friend in Saving Winslow, you might also enjoy Because of Winn-Dixie, which tells the story of a young girl and her dog and explores themes of friendship, family, and community. |
| Saving Winslow | Sharon Creech | The One and Only Ivan | Katherine Applegate | If you appreciated the emotional depth and animal perspective in Saving Winslow, you might also enjoy The One and Only Ivan, which tells the story of a gorilla living in captivity and his journey towards freedom and self-discovery. |
| Saving Winslow | Sharon Creech | The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane | Kate DiCamillo | If you enjoyed the themes of love, loss, and hope in Saving Winslow, you might also enjoy The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, which tells the story of a beloved toy rabbit and his journey towards understanding the meaning of love and the importance of human connection. |
| Magic for Liars | Sarah Gailey | The Magicians | Lev Grossman | If you enjoyed the blend of magic and mystery in Magic for Liars, you might appreciate The Magicians for its exploration of a secret school of magic, complex characters, and dark themes. |
| Magic for Liars | Sarah Gailey | The Invisible Library | Genevieve Cogman | If you enjoyed the idea of a private investigator solving magical crimes, you might enjoy The Invisible Library for its blend of fantasy and mystery, featuring a librarian who travels to alternate realities to collect rare books and solve mysteries. |
| Magic for Liars | Sarah Gailey | The Night Circus | Erin Morgenstern | If you enjoyed the atmospheric and magical elements of Magic for Liars, you might appreciate The Night Circus for its enchanting setting, complex characters, and exploration of the power of love and sacrifice. |
| The Lost Kitten | Komako Sakai | Kitten's First Full Moon | Kevin Henkes | If you enjoyed the adorable kitten in The Lost Kitten, you might also enjoy Kitten's First Full Moon, which features a curious kitten who mistakes the moon for a bowl of milk and embarks on a charming adventure. |
| The Lost Kitten | Komako Sakai | The Cat in the Hat | Dr. Seuss | If you enjoyed the playful and mischievous nature of the kitten in The Lost Kitten, you might appreciate The Cat in the Hat, which features a similarly whimsical and entertaining feline character who wreaks havoc on a rainy day. |
| The Lost Kitten | Komako Sakai | Socks | Beverly Cleary | If you enjoyed the heartwarming bond between the kitten and the little girl in The Lost Kitten, you might also enjoy Socks, which tells the story of a mischievous cat who learns to adjust to a new baby in the family and find his place in the household. |
| The Many Colors of Harpreet Singh | Supriya Kelkar | The Name Jar | Yangsook Choi | If you enjoyed the themes of identity and self-acceptance in The Many Colors of Harpreet Singh, The Name Jar is a heartwarming story about a young Korean girl who moves to America and struggles to fit in with her new classmates while also embracing her cultural heritage. |
| The Many Colors of Harpreet Singh | Supriya Kelkar | The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family | Ibtihaj Muhammad | The Proudest Blue is a beautifully illustrated and empowering story about two sisters, one of whom wears a hijab for the first time on her first day of school. Like The Many Colors of Harpreet Singh, it explores themes of identity, self-expression, and the importance of family and community support. |
| The Many Colors of Harpreet Singh | Supriya Kelkar | The Day You Begin | Jacqueline Woodson | The Day You Begin is a poignant and uplifting story about feeling different and finding the courage to be yourself. It celebrates diversity and encourages empathy and understanding, making it a great recommendation for readers who enjoyed The Many Colors of Harpreet Singh's message of inclusivity and acceptance. |
| Straight on Till Morning: a Twisted Tale | Liz Braswell | Heartless | Marissa Meyer | If you enjoyed the dark and twisted retelling of a classic story in Straight on Till Morning, you might appreciate Heartless, which reimagines the origin story of the Queen of Hearts from Alice in Wonderland, exploring themes of love, loss, and betrayal. |
| Straight on Till Morning: a Twisted Tale | Liz Braswell | A Whole New World | Liz Braswell | Since you enjoyed Straight on Till Morning, you might enjoy another book by the same author, A Whole New World, which is a retelling of Disney's Aladdin with a darker twist, exploring what might have happened if Jafar had gotten hold of the Genie's lamp first. |
| Straight on Till Morning: a Twisted Tale | Liz Braswell | Dorothy Must Die | Danielle Paige | If you enjoyed the twisted and dark take on a classic story in Straight on Till Morning, you might enjoy Dorothy Must Die, which imagines a world where Dorothy has returned to Oz and become a tyrant, and a new girl from Kansas is recruited to take her down. |
| The Mystery of the Carnival Prize | David A. Adler | Encyclopedia Brown, Boy Detective | Donald J. Sobol | If you enjoyed the mystery-solving aspect of The Mystery of the Carnival Prize, you might appreciate the classic Encyclopedia Brown series, which features a young detective who solves cases through his intelligence and observation skills. |
| The Mystery of the Carnival Prize | David A. Adler | The Westing Game | Ellen Raskin | If you enjoyed the puzzle-solving and twisty plot of The Mystery of the Carnival Prize, you might find The Westing Game intriguing with its complex mystery, diverse cast of characters, and unexpected twists and turns. |
| The Mystery of the Carnival Prize | David A. Adler | The Name of this Book is Secret | Pseudonymous Bosch | If you enjoyed the sense of adventure and intrigue in The Mystery of the Carnival Prize, The Name of this Book is Secret might be a good fit with its quirky characters, secret societies, and thrilling plot that keeps readers guessing until the end. |
| Lola Reads to Leo | Anna McQuinn | Read to Your Bunny | Rosemary Wells | If you enjoyed the heartwarming story of Lola sharing her love of reading with her little brother, you might also enjoy Read to Your Bunny, which emphasizes the importance of reading aloud and spending time together while instilling a love of books in young children. |
| Lola Reads to Leo | Anna McQuinn | The Snowy Day | Ezra Jack Keats | If you appreciated the gentle and relatable tone of Lola Reads to Leo, you might find The Snowy Day similarly engaging with its simple yet evocative illustrations and charming story of a child's adventures in the snow. |
| Lola Reads to Leo | Anna McQuinn | Corduroy | Don Freeman | If you enjoyed the focus on the bond between siblings in Lola Reads to Leo, you might also enjoy Corduroy, which tells the story of a teddy bear's quest to find his missing button and the friendship he forms with a little girl who takes him home from the department store. |
| Mouse Shapes | Ellen Stoll Walsh | Mouse Paint | Ellen Stoll Walsh | If you enjoyed Mouse Shapes' playful exploration of colors and shapes, you might also enjoy Mouse Paint, another delightful picture book by Ellen Stoll Walsh that introduces young readers to color mixing and the joy of creativity. |
| Mouse Shapes | Ellen Stoll Walsh | Color Zoo | Lois Ehlert | Color Zoo is a fun and interactive picture book that encourages children to explore shapes and colors in a creative and imaginative way, making it a great recommendation for fans of Mouse Shapes. |
| Mouse Shapes | Ellen Stoll Walsh | Perfect Square | Michael Hall | Perfect Square is a visually stunning and inventive picture book that celebrates the beauty of simplicity and the power of imagination, making it a great choice for readers who enjoyed the playful and creative spirit of Mouse Shapes. |
| Ascender. Volume Three: The Digital Mage | Jeff Lemire | Saga, Vol. 1 | Brian K. Vaughan | If you enjoyed the blend of sci-fi and fantasy in Ascender, you might appreciate Saga for its epic space opera narrative, unique world-building, and complex characters. |
| Ascender. Volume Three: The Digital Mage | Jeff Lemire | Monstress, Vol. 1: Awakening | Marjorie Liu | If you enjoyed the dark and magical elements of Ascender, you might find Monstress intriguing with its stunning artwork, complex world-building, and exploration of power, identity, and survival. |
| Ascender. Volume Three: The Digital Mage | Jeff Lemire | East of West, Vol. 1: The Promise | Jonathan Hickman | If you enjoyed the blend of sci-fi and western themes in Ascender, you might appreciate East of West for its unique take on the apocalypse, complex characters, and exploration of themes such as power, destiny, and redemption. |
| She Wanted to be Haunted | Marcus Ewert | We Have Always Lived in the Castle | Shirley Jackson | If you enjoyed the eerie and unsettling atmosphere of She Wanted to be Haunted, you might appreciate We Have Always Lived in the Castle for its haunting portrayal of a family's isolation and the dark secrets they keep hidden. |
| She Wanted to be Haunted | Marcus Ewert | The Graveyard Book | Neil Gaiman | If you were captivated by She Wanted to be Haunted's exploration of the supernatural and the afterlife, you might find The Graveyard Book intriguing with its imaginative and whimsical depiction of a boy raised by ghosts in a cemetery. |
| She Wanted to be Haunted | Marcus Ewert | Mexican Gothic | Silvia Moreno-Garcia | If you enjoyed the gothic elements and suspenseful plot of She Wanted to be Haunted, Mexican Gothic offers a similarly atmospheric and chilling story set in a decaying mansion in 1950s Mexico, complete with ghosts, secrets, and a sinister family. |
| The Ask and the Answer | Patrick Ness | Red Rising | Pierce Brown | If you enjoyed the themes of rebellion and resistance in The Ask and the Answer, you might appreciate Red Rising for its similar exploration of class struggle, political intrigue, and epic battles in a dystopian society. |
| The Ask and the Answer | Patrick Ness | The Hunger Games | Suzanne Collins | If you enjoyed the intense action and suspense in The Ask and the Answer, you might find The Hunger Games compelling with its thrilling survival competition, strong female protagonist, and exploration of power dynamics and propaganda in a post-apocalyptic world. |
| The Ask and the Answer | Patrick Ness | Divergent | Veronica Roth | If you enjoyed the themes of identity and loyalty in The Ask and the Answer, you might find Divergent intriguing with its examination of a society divided into factions based on personality traits, a protagonist struggling to find her place, and a plot that challenges the status quo. |