Recommended Titles Data
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| Requested Title | Requested Author | Recommended Title | Recommended Author | Recommendation Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitten for a Day | Ezra Jack Keats | The Cat in the Hat | Dr. Seuss | If you enjoyed the misadventures of the kitten in Kitten for a Day, you might also enjoy The Cat in the Hat, a classic children's book that features the iconic character of the Cat in the Hat, who wreaks havoc in the house of two children while their mother is away, with zany rhymes and whimsical illustrations. |
| Monster Trucks | Joy Keller | Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site | Sherri Duskey Rinker | If you enjoyed the theme of vehicles with personalities in Monster Trucks, you might also enjoy Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site, which features a group of construction vehicles winding down for the night and has a similar focus on the personalities and roles of different machines. |
| Monster Trucks | Joy Keller | Little Blue Truck | Alice Schertle | If you liked the fun and playful tone of Monster Trucks, you might enjoy Little Blue Truck, which features a friendly blue pickup truck and his animal friends on a countryside adventure, with catchy rhymes and colorful illustrations that will delight young readers. |
| Monster Trucks | Joy Keller | The Racecar Alphabet | Brian Floca | If you enjoyed the focus on different types of vehicles in Monster Trucks, you might appreciate The Racecar Alphabet, which introduces young readers to the world of racecars and the alphabet, with detailed illustrations and informative text that will engage and educate. |
| How Much of These Hills Is Gold | C Pam Zhang | There There | Tommy Orange | If you enjoyed the exploration of identity, family, and the American West in How Much of These Hills Is Gold, you might appreciate There There for its powerful portrayal of urban Native Americans grappling with their heritage, displacement, and community. |
| How Much of These Hills Is Gold | C Pam Zhang | The Night Watchman | Louise Erdrich | If you were captivated by the vivid and lyrical prose of How Much of These Hills Is Gold, you might find The Night Watchman compelling with its richly drawn characters, historical context, and poignant themes of resilience, justice, and love. |
| How Much of These Hills Is Gold | C Pam Zhang | The Vanishing Half | Brit Bennett | If you enjoyed the exploration of race, gender, and identity in How Much of These Hills Is Gold, The Vanishing Half offers a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant story that delves into the lives of twin sisters who choose different paths, grappling with their past, present, and future. |
| Before I Go to Sleep: a Novel | S.J. Watson | Gone Girl | Gillian Flynn | If you enjoyed the psychological thriller aspect of Before I Go to Sleep, you might appreciate Gone Girl for its intricate plot, unreliable narrators, and exploration of the dark side of human relationships. |
| Before I Go to Sleep: a Novel | S.J. Watson | The Silent Patient | Alex Michaelides | If you were captivated by the suspense and mystery of Before I Go to Sleep, you might find The Silent Patient intriguing with its gripping plot, complex characters, and unexpected twists and turns. |
| Before I Go to Sleep: a Novel | S.J. Watson | The Girl on the Train | Paula Hawkins | If you enjoyed the unreliable narrator and psychological tension of Before I Go to Sleep, The Girl on the Train might be a good fit for you with its intricate plot, complex characters, and exploration of memory, perception, and truth. |
| Shuri | Nic Stone | Black Panther: A Nation Under Our Feet | Ta-Nehisi Coates | If you enjoyed Shuri's exploration of Wakanda and its technology, you might appreciate Black Panther: A Nation Under Our Feet for its examination of the political and social issues facing the nation, as well as its stunning artwork and action-packed storyline. |
| Shuri | Nic Stone | Dread Nation | Justina Ireland | If you enjoyed Shuri's strong and capable female protagonist, you might find Dread Nation intriguing with its alternate history setting, where the Civil War was interrupted by a zombie uprising, and its fierce and determined heroine fighting for survival and freedom. |
| Shuri | Nic Stone | Children of Blood and Bone | Tomi Adeyemi | If you enjoyed Shuri's exploration of African culture and mythology, you might appreciate Children of Blood and Bone for its rich and immersive world-building, complex characters, and epic fantasy adventure that draws inspiration from West African folklore. |
| Silly Sally | Audrey Wood | The Napping House | Audrey Wood | If you enjoyed the playful and whimsical tone of Silly Sally, you might appreciate The Napping House for its charming illustrations, delightful repetition, and imaginative storytelling that will capture the hearts of both children and adults. |
| Silly Sally | Audrey Wood | Chicka Chicka Boom Boom | Bill Martin Jr. and John Archambault | If you liked the sing-song rhythm and rhyming words of Silly Sally, you might find Chicka Chicka Boom Boom entertaining with its catchy alphabet chant, colorful illustrations, and fun-filled adventure that will engage young readers and encourage them to learn. |
| Silly Sally | Audrey Wood | The Cat in the Hat | Dr. Seuss | If you enjoyed the zany and nonsensical humor of Silly Sally, The Cat in the Hat offers a classic tale of mischief and mayhem that will delight children of all ages with its imaginative characters, playful language, and timeless appeal. |
| The Remains of the Day | Kazuo Ishiguro | Never Let Me Go | Kazuo Ishiguro | If you enjoyed Ishiguro's writing style and exploration of memory and identity, you might appreciate Never Let Me Go for its poignant and thought-provoking examination of what it means to be human, set against a dystopian backdrop. |
| The Remains of the Day | Kazuo Ishiguro | The English Patient | Michael Ondaatje | If you enjoyed the historical setting and themes of love and loss in The Remains of the Day, you might find The English Patient captivating with its lyrical prose, vivid descriptions of war-torn Europe, and exploration of the complexities of human relationships. |
| The Remains of the Day | Kazuo Ishiguro | The Sense of an Ending | Julian Barnes | If you appreciated the introspective and reflective nature of The Remains of the Day, you might enjoy The Sense of an Ending for its exploration of memory, time, and the unreliability of our recollections, as well as its examination of the impact of our past on our present selves. |
| A Court of Thorns and Roses | Sarah J. Maas | Throne of Glass | Sarah J. Maas | If you enjoyed the strong female protagonist and the blend of romance and action in A Court of Thorns and Roses, you might also enjoy Throne of Glass, another series by the same author that features a fierce heroine, intricate world-building, and high-stakes adventure. |
| A Court of Thorns and Roses | Sarah J. Maas | The Cruel Prince | Holly Black | If you liked the dark and seductive atmosphere of A Court of Thorns and Roses, you might enjoy The Cruel Prince, which features a morally complex protagonist, a vividly imagined faerie world, and a plot full of political intrigue, betrayal, and romance. |
| A Court of Thorns and Roses | Sarah J. Maas | Red Queen | Victoria Aveyard | If you enjoyed the blend of fantasy and romance in A Court of Thorns and Roses, you might like Red Queen, which features a society divided by blood, a heroine with a special power, and a love triangle set against a backdrop of rebellion and revolution. |
| Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore | Robin Sloan | The Shadow of the Wind | Carlos Ruiz Zafón | If you enjoyed the mystery and intrigue surrounding a bookstore, you might appreciate The Shadow of the Wind for its gothic atmosphere, intricate plot, and exploration of the power of books and storytelling. |
| Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore | Robin Sloan | The Invisible Library | Genevieve Cogman | If you enjoyed the idea of a secret society of book lovers, you might find The Invisible Library intriguing with its blend of fantasy, adventure, and espionage, featuring a librarian spy who travels to alternate realities to collect rare books. |
| Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore | Robin Sloan | The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry | Gabrielle Zevin | If you enjoyed the quirky characters and heartwarming themes of Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore, you might appreciate The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry for its charming protagonist, bookstore setting, and celebration of the power of literature to connect people. |
| Lupe Wong Won't Dance | Donna Barba Higuera | The First Rule of Punk | Celia C. Pérez | If you enjoyed Lupe Wong Won't Dance's themes of identity, culture, and family, you might appreciate The First Rule of Punk for its relatable protagonist, exploration of Mexican-American culture, and punk rock spirit. |
| Lupe Wong Won't Dance | Donna Barba Higuera | Front Desk | Kelly Yang | If you were captivated by Lupe Wong Won't Dance's examination of social justice issues and the immigrant experience, you might find Front Desk intriguing with its heartfelt story, strong sense of place, and themes of resilience and empowerment. |
| Lupe Wong Won't Dance | Donna Barba Higuera | The Science of Breakable Things | Tae Keller | If you enjoyed the humor and heart of Lupe Wong Won't Dance, The Science of Breakable Things offers a similarly engaging story with a focus on friendship, family, and the power of hope, as well as a touch of science and exploration of mental health. |
| The Birthday Queen | Audrey and Don Wood | The Giving Tree | Shel Silverstein | If you enjoyed the heartwarming and poignant message of The Birthday Queen, you might appreciate The Giving Tree for its timeless and touching exploration of the nature of giving, love, and sacrifice. |
| The Birthday Queen | Audrey and Don Wood | The Rainbow Fish | Marcus Pfister | If you were captivated by the beautiful illustrations and themes of friendship and generosity in The Birthday Queen, you might find The Rainbow Fish appealing with its stunning artwork, engaging story, and emphasis on the importance of sharing and kindness. |
| The Birthday Queen | Audrey and Don Wood | The Very Hungry Caterpillar | Eric Carle | If you enjoyed the colorful and playful nature of The Birthday Queen, The Very Hungry Caterpillar offers a delightful and educational reading experience with its charming illustrations, interactive format, and exploration of the life cycle of a butterfly. |
| Richard Scarry's Be Careful, Mr. Frumble! | Richard Scarry | Curious George Takes a Job | H. A. Rey | If you enjoyed the playful and humorous illustrations in Richard Scarry's Be Careful, Mr. Frumble!, you might appreciate Curious George Takes a Job for its charming and mischievous monkey protagonist, delightful artwork, and entertaining storyline. |
| Richard Scarry's Be Careful, Mr. Frumble! | Richard Scarry | The Cat in the Hat | Dr. Seuss | If you liked the whimsical and imaginative world of Richard Scarry's Be Careful, Mr. Frumble!, you might enjoy The Cat in the Hat for its zany characters, colorful illustrations, and playful rhymes that will delight readers of all ages. |
| Richard Scarry's Be Careful, Mr. Frumble! | Richard Scarry | Where the Wild Things Are | Maurice Sendak | If you appreciated the imaginative and fantastical elements of Richard Scarry's Be Careful, Mr. Frumble!, you might find Where the Wild Things Are captivating with its imaginative creatures, dreamlike illustrations, and poignant exploration of childhood emotions and imagination. |
| Tropic of Stupid | Tim Dorsey | Florida Roadkill | Tim Dorsey | If you enjoyed the zany humor and eccentric characters in Tropic of Stupid, you might appreciate Florida Roadkill, the first book in the Serge Storms series, which features a similarly offbeat protagonist and a wild ride through the Sunshine State. |
| Tropic of Stupid | Tim Dorsey | Lucky You | Carl Hiaasen | If you liked the satirical take on Florida's quirks and absurdities in Tropic of Stupid, you might enjoy Lucky You, which also skewers the state's peculiarities through a comedic crime caper involving lottery winners, neo-Nazis, and a journalist on the trail of a story. |
| Tropic of Stupid | Tim Dorsey | Big Trouble | Dave Barry | If you appreciated the wacky and irreverent tone of Tropic of Stupid, you might find Big Trouble to be a hilarious and fast-paced read, with a madcap plot involving a stolen suitcase, a hitman, a corrupt businessman, and a motley crew of characters whose paths intersect in unexpected ways. |
| The Postscript Murders | Elly Griffiths | The Thursday Murder Club | Richard Osman | If you enjoyed the cozy mystery and quirky characters in The Postscript Murders, you might like The Thursday Murder Club for its charming and witty elderly sleuths, intricate plot, and delightful humor. |
| The Postscript Murders | Elly Griffiths | The Silent Patient | Alex Michaelides | If you were intrigued by the psychological elements and twists in The Postscript Murders, you might find The Silent Patient gripping with its exploration of trauma, obsession, and the human psyche, and its shocking and unpredictable ending. |
| The Postscript Murders | Elly Griffiths | Magpie Murders | Anthony Horowitz | If you enjoyed the metafictional and puzzle-like structure of The Postscript Murders, Magpie Murders might be a good fit for you with its dual narrative, clever clues, and homage to classic whodunits. |
| Bear's Big Day | Salina Yoon | Little Blue Truck | Alice Schertle | If you enjoyed the charming illustrations and heartwarming story of Bear's Big Day, you might also enjoy Little Blue Truck, which features a lovable cast of animal characters, a positive message about friendship and kindness, and engaging rhyming text. |
| Bear's Big Day | Salina Yoon | The Very Hungry Caterpillar | Eric Carle | If you liked the playful and interactive nature of Bear's Big Day, you might appreciate The Very Hungry Caterpillar for its colorful illustrations, fun cut-out pages, and educational content about the life cycle of a butterfly. |
| Bear's Big Day | Salina Yoon | Goodnight Moon | Margaret Wise Brown | If you enjoyed the soothing and calming tone of Bear's Big Day, you might find Goodnight Moon to be a comforting and nostalgic read, with its simple yet poetic text, cozy illustrations, and bedtime theme. |
| Iggy Peck, Architect | Andrea Beaty | Rosie Revere, Engineer | Andrea Beaty | If you enjoyed Iggy Peck's passion for building and creating, you might also enjoy Rosie Revere, Engineer, which features a young girl who loves to invent and build machines, and encourages readers to embrace their creativity and persevere through failure. |
| Iggy Peck, Architect | Andrea Beaty | The Most Magnificent Thing | Ashley Spires | The Most Magnificent Thing is a delightful picture book about a young girl who sets out to create something magnificent, but struggles with setbacks and frustration. Like Iggy Peck, she learns the value of persistence and problem-solving, and the importance of enjoying the process of creation. |
| Iggy Peck, Architect | Andrea Beaty | The Dot | Peter H. Reynolds | The Dot is a charming story about a young girl who discovers her own artistic talent and learns to embrace her creativity. Like Iggy Peck, the protagonist of The Dot learns to think outside the box and follow her own unique vision, inspiring readers to do the same. |
| Amelia Bedelia | Peggy Parish | Fancy Nancy | Jane O'Connor | If you enjoyed Amelia Bedelia's humorous and playful approach to language, you might appreciate Fancy Nancy for its charming protagonist, delightful illustrations, and exploration of vocabulary and self-expression. |
| Amelia Bedelia | Peggy Parish | Junie B. Jones | Barbara Park | If you liked Amelia Bedelia's quirky and endearing personality, you might find Junie B. Jones entertaining with its spunky and mischievous protagonist, relatable school experiences, and humorous storytelling. |
| Amelia Bedelia | Peggy Parish | The Cat in the Hat | Dr. Seuss | If you enjoyed Amelia Bedelia's whimsical and imaginative world, you might appreciate The Cat in the Hat for its iconic characters, playful rhymes, and colorful illustrations that capture the joy and wonder of childhood. |
| The Secret, Book & Scone Society | Ellery Adams | The Book Club Murders | Leslie Nagel | If you enjoyed the cozy mystery elements of The Secret, Book & Scone Society, you might appreciate The Book Club Murders for its small-town setting, amateur sleuth protagonist, and book-themed mystery. |