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| Requested Title | Requested Author | Recommended Title | Recommended Author | Recommendation Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Book of Two Ways: a Novel | Jodi Picoult | The Immortalists | Chloe Benjamin | If you enjoyed the exploration of life's big questions and the impact of choices in The Book of Two Ways, you might appreciate The Immortalists, which follows four siblings who learn the dates of their deaths and how they choose to live their lives in the face of that knowledge. |
| The Book of Two Ways: a Novel | Jodi Picoult | The Time Traveler's Wife | Audrey Niffenegger | If you enjoyed the blend of romance and speculative fiction in The Book of Two Ways, you might enjoy The Time Traveler's Wife, which follows the love story of a man with a genetic disorder that causes him to time travel and his wife who must navigate the challenges of their relationship. |
| The Book of Two Ways: a Novel | Jodi Picoult | The Vanishing Half | Brit Bennett | If you enjoyed the exploration of identity and family in The Book of Two Ways, you might appreciate The Vanishing Half, which follows the lives of twin sisters who grow up in a small, black community in the Jim Crow South and their divergent paths as one sister passes as white. |
| The Guest List: a Novel | Lucy Foley | The Hunting Party | Lucy Foley | If you enjoyed the suspenseful and atmospheric setting of The Guest List, you might appreciate Foley's previous novel, The Hunting Party, which also takes place in a remote location and features a group of friends with dark secrets and a murder mystery to solve. |
| The Guest List: a Novel | Lucy Foley | The Silent Patient | Alex Michaelides | If you were captivated by the psychological thriller elements of The Guest List, you might find The Silent Patient intriguing with its exploration of a therapist's attempt to unravel the mystery behind a patient's silence and the shocking twist at the end. |
| The Guest List: a Novel | Lucy Foley | The Turn of the Key | Ruth Ware | If you enjoyed the Gothic and creepy atmosphere of The Guest List, you might appreciate The Turn of the Key for its haunting setting, unreliable narrator, and supernatural elements that keep the reader guessing until the end. |
| Marvin Redpost: a Flying Birthday Cake | Louis Sachar | Sideways Stories from Wayside School | Louis Sachar | If you enjoyed the humor and quirky characters in Marvin Redpost, you might also enjoy Sideways Stories from Wayside School, another book by Louis Sachar that features a school with unusual and hilarious happenings. |
| Marvin Redpost: a Flying Birthday Cake | Louis Sachar | The One and Only Ivan | Katherine Applegate | If you enjoyed the heartwarming and emotional elements of Marvin Redpost, you might appreciate The One and Only Ivan, a story about a gorilla who learns to express himself through art and finds hope and friendship in unexpected places. |
| Marvin Redpost: a Flying Birthday Cake | Louis Sachar | The Magic Misfits | Neil Patrick Harris | If you enjoyed the mystery and adventure in Marvin Redpost, you might also enjoy The Magic Misfits, a book that follows a group of young magicians as they uncover a sinister plot and use their skills to save the day. |
| Dance Challenge | Thea Stilton | The Audition | Maddie Ziegler | If you enjoyed Dance Challenge's focus on dance competitions and the challenges faced by young dancers, you might enjoy The Audition, which follows a young dancer as she navigates the competitive world of dance and learns to believe in herself. |
| Dance Challenge | Thea Stilton | Ballet Shoes | Noel Streatfeild | If you enjoyed Dance Challenge's emphasis on the importance of teamwork and the bond between sisters, you might appreciate Ballet Shoes, which tells the story of three orphaned sisters who pursue their dreams of becoming dancers and actors with the help of their guardian. |
| Dance Challenge | Thea Stilton | The Girl Who Could Fly | Victoria Forester | If you enjoyed Dance Challenge's themes of perseverance and following your dreams, you might enjoy The Girl Who Could Fly, which follows a young girl with extraordinary abilities who learns to embrace her uniqueness and use her talents to help others. |
| Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library | Chris Grabenstein | The Mysterious Benedict Society | Trenton Lee Stewart | If you enjoyed the puzzle-solving and teamwork aspects of Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library, you might also enjoy The Mysterious Benedict Society, which features a group of gifted children who must use their unique skills to solve a series of challenges and save the world. |
| Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library | Chris Grabenstein | The Westing Game | Ellen Raskin | If you enjoyed the mystery and intrigue of Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library, you might also enjoy The Westing Game, which follows a group of heirs who must solve a puzzle to inherit a fortune, but soon discover that there may be more at stake than just money. |
| Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library | Chris Grabenstein | Book Scavenger | Jennifer Chambliss Bertman | If you enjoyed the book-centric setting of Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library, you might also enjoy Book Scavenger, which takes place in a world where books are hidden and found like treasures, and follows a young girl who must solve clues to uncover a secret society of book lovers. |
| Baby Dragon, Baby Dragon! | Melissa Marr | Dragons Love Tacos | Adam Rubin | If you enjoyed the playful and whimsical tone of Baby Dragon, Baby Dragon!, you might also enjoy Dragons Love Tacos for its humorous take on dragons and its fun illustrations. |
| Baby Dragon, Baby Dragon! | Melissa Marr | Puff the Magic Dragon | Peter Yarrow | If you liked the idea of a friendly dragon in Baby Dragon, Baby Dragon!, you might appreciate Puff the Magic Dragon for its classic story of a boy and his dragon friend, and its timeless message of the power of imagination. |
| Baby Dragon, Baby Dragon! | Melissa Marr | The Reluctant Dragon | Kenneth Grahame | If you enjoyed the idea of a dragon who is not quite what he seems in Baby Dragon, Baby Dragon!, you might enjoy The Reluctant Dragon for its charming story of a dragon who would rather write poetry than breathe fire, and its themes of friendship and acceptance. |
| Valkyrie | Kate O'Hearn | Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief | Rick Riordan | If you enjoyed Valkyrie's blend of mythology and adventure, Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief offers a similar experience with its engaging characters, fast-paced plot, and incorporation of Greek mythology. |
| Valkyrie | Kate O'Hearn | Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard: The Sword of Summer | Rick Riordan | If you enjoyed Valkyrie's Norse mythology elements, Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard: The Sword of Summer offers a thrilling adventure with a diverse cast of characters, witty humor, and a deep dive into Norse mythology. |
| Valkyrie | Kate O'Hearn | The Lost Hero | Rick Riordan | If you enjoyed Valkyrie's focus on mythology and the hero's journey, The Lost Hero offers a similar experience with its engaging characters, fast-paced plot, and incorporation of Greek mythology. |
| Pete the Cat Storybook Favorites | James Dean | Llama Llama Red Pajama | Anna Dewdney | If you enjoyed the colorful illustrations and engaging storytelling of Pete the Cat, you might also enjoy Llama Llama Red Pajama, which features a lovable protagonist and relatable themes of bedtime anxiety and parental reassurance. |
| Pete the Cat Storybook Favorites | James Dean | The Cat in the Hat | Dr. Seuss | If you appreciated the playful and whimsical tone of Pete the Cat, you might also enjoy The Cat in the Hat, a classic children's book that features a mischievous feline and zany rhymes that encourage a love of reading and learning. |
| Pete the Cat Storybook Favorites | James Dean | Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! | Mo Willems | If you enjoyed the interactive and humorous elements of Pete the Cat, you might also enjoy Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!, which invites young readers to participate in the story and features a memorable and hilarious protagonist who tries to bend the rules. |
| Zog and the Flying Doctors | Julia Donaldson | The Gruffalo | Julia Donaldson | If you enjoyed the charming characters and delightful rhymes of Zog and the Flying Doctors, you might also enjoy The Gruffalo, another beloved children's book by the same author that features a clever mouse outwitting predators in the forest. |
| Zog and the Flying Doctors | Julia Donaldson | The Cat in the Hat | Dr. Seuss | If you liked the playful and imaginative storytelling of Zog and the Flying Doctors, you might appreciate The Cat in the Hat, a classic children's book that features a mischievous cat causing chaos and fun with his tricks and games. |
| Zog and the Flying Doctors | Julia Donaldson | The Magic School Bus | Joanna Cole | If you enjoyed the educational and adventurous elements of Zog and the Flying Doctors, The Magic School Bus series offers a fun and informative journey through science and nature with Ms. Frizzle and her class, exploring topics like the human body, space, and dinosaurs. |
| Search for the Mermicorn | Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen | The Mermaid and the Shoe | K. G. Campbell | If you enjoyed the magical and whimsical elements of Search for the Mermicorn, you might appreciate The Mermaid and the Shoe for its enchanting illustrations, lyrical prose, and imaginative exploration of the mermaid mythos. |
| Search for the Mermicorn | Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen | The Secret of the Seaweed Cipher | Karen Latchana Kenney | If you were captivated by the mystery and adventure in Search for the Mermicorn, you might find The Secret of the Seaweed Cipher intriguing with its clever puzzles, brave young protagonists, and exciting underwater setting. |
| Search for the Mermicorn | Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen | The Girl Who Drank the Moon | Kelly Barnhill | If you enjoyed the themes of friendship, courage, and self-discovery in Search for the Mermicorn, The Girl Who Drank the Moon offers a captivating story that explores similar themes in a richly imagined world filled with magic, wonder, and danger. |
| My Sister, the Serial Killer: a Novel | Oyinkan Braithwaite | The Vegetarian | Han Kang | If you enjoyed the dark humor and exploration of family dynamics in My Sister, the Serial Killer, you might appreciate The Vegetarian for its unsettling and thought-provoking examination of identity, societal expectations, and the consequences of defying them. |
| My Sister, the Serial Killer: a Novel | Oyinkan Braithwaite | The Silent Patient | Alex Michaelides | If you were captivated by the psychological thriller elements of My Sister, the Serial Killer, you might find The Silent Patient intriguing with its gripping mystery, unreliable narrator, and exploration of the human psyche and trauma. |
| My Sister, the Serial Killer: a Novel | Oyinkan Braithwaite | The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo | Stieg Larsson | If you enjoyed the strong female protagonist and suspenseful plot of My Sister, the Serial Killer, you might appreciate The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo for its complex characters, intricate mystery, and exploration of social issues such as violence against women and corruption. |
| The Gruffalo's Child | Julia Donaldson | Room on the Broom | Julia Donaldson | If you enjoyed The Gruffalo's Child's rhyming text and charming illustrations, you might appreciate Room on the Broom for its delightful story of a witch and her animal friends, as they embark on a magical adventure filled with humor and heart. |
| The Gruffalo's Child | Julia Donaldson | We're Going on a Bear Hunt | Michael Rosen | If you liked The Gruffalo's Child's sense of adventure and suspense, you might enjoy We're Going on a Bear Hunt for its rhythmic text and immersive illustrations, as a family sets out on a journey to find a bear, encountering various obstacles along the way. |
| The Gruffalo's Child | Julia Donaldson | The Cat in the Hat | Dr. Seuss | If you appreciated The Gruffalo's Child's playful language and whimsical characters, you might find The Cat in the Hat entertaining with its zany plot, mischievous cat, and imaginative illustrations, making it a classic children's book that has stood the test of time. |
| The Red Balloon | Albert Lamorisse | The Snowman | Raymond Briggs | If you enjoyed the whimsical and imaginative nature of The Red Balloon, you might appreciate The Snowman for its beautiful illustrations, magical story, and heartwarming message about the power of friendship. |
| The Red Balloon | Albert Lamorisse | The Giving Tree | Shel Silverstein | If you were moved by the emotional resonance of The Red Balloon, you might find The Giving Tree similarly affecting with its poignant exploration of love, sacrifice, and the passage of time. |
| The Red Balloon | Albert Lamorisse | Harold and the Purple Crayon | Crockett Johnson | If you enjoyed the imaginative and playful elements of The Red Balloon, Harold and the Purple Crayon offers a similarly creative and charming story about a young boy's adventures with his magical crayon. |
| The Ghost at the Fire Station | Dori Hillestad Butler | The Haunted Library | Dori Hillestad Butler | If you enjoyed The Ghost at the Fire Station's blend of mystery and ghostly elements, you might appreciate The Haunted Library for its engaging characters, spooky atmosphere, and intriguing plot that will keep you guessing until the end. |
| The Ghost at the Fire Station | Dori Hillestad Butler | The Secret of the Old Clock | Carolyn Keene | If you enjoyed the mystery-solving aspect of The Ghost at the Fire Station, you might find The Secret of the Old Clock intriguing with its plucky young detective, Nancy Drew, and her quest to uncover the truth behind a family's missing inheritance. |
| The Ghost at the Fire Station | Dori Hillestad Butler | The Puzzling World of Winston Breen | Eric Berlin | If you enjoyed the puzzle-solving aspect of The Ghost at the Fire Station, The Puzzling World of Winston Breen offers a fun and engaging mystery that challenges readers to solve puzzles along with the protagonist, making for an interactive and entertaining reading experience. |
| Jasmine Toguchi, Super Sleuth | Debbi Michiko Florence | Katie Woo, No Valentines for Katie | Fran Manushkin | If you enjoyed Jasmine Toguchi's spunky and determined personality, you might also enjoy Katie Woo, No Valentines for Katie, which features a similarly spirited protagonist who learns to stand up for herself and her beliefs. |
| Jasmine Toguchi, Super Sleuth | Debbi Michiko Florence | Ivy and Bean | Annie Barrows | If you enjoyed Jasmine Toguchi's focus on friendship and family, you might also enjoy Ivy and Bean, which follows the adventures of two best friends who learn to appreciate each other's differences and support each other through thick and thin. |
| Jasmine Toguchi, Super Sleuth | Debbi Michiko Florence | The Princess in Black | Shannon Hale | If you enjoyed Jasmine Toguchi's sense of adventure and love of problem-solving, you might also enjoy The Princess in Black, which features a brave and resourceful princess who fights monsters and saves the day while keeping her identity a secret. |
| The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog! | Mo Willems | Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! | Mo Willems | If you enjoyed the humor and wit of The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog!, you might also enjoy Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!, another hilarious and interactive picture book featuring the mischievous pigeon and his attempts to get what he wants. |
| The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog! | Mo Willems | Elephant and Piggie series | Mo Willems | If you enjoyed the playful and engaging storytelling style of The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog!, you might also enjoy Mo Willems' Elephant and Piggie series, which features two best friends who embark on humorous adventures and learn valuable life lessons along the way. |
| The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog! | Mo Willems | The True Story of the Three Little Pigs | Jon Scieszka | If you enjoyed the subversive and unexpected twist in The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog!, you might also enjoy The True Story of the Three Little Pigs, which retells the classic fairy tale from the perspective of the Big Bad Wolf and challenges readers to question their assumptions and biases. |
| The Awkward Black Man: Stories | Walter Mosley | Friday Black | Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah | If you enjoyed the exploration of race and identity in The Awkward Black Man, Friday Black offers a collection of stories that similarly examines the Black experience in America, with a focus on the impact of consumerism, violence, and systemic racism. |
| The Awkward Black Man: Stories | Walter Mosley | The Thing Around Your Neck | Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie | If you appreciated the short story format of The Awkward Black Man, The Thing Around Your Neck offers a collection of stories that explore the complexities of Nigerian culture, the immigrant experience, and the challenges of navigating identity in a globalized world. |