If you delighted in the playful absurdity and witty banter between characters like the Golux and the Duke in The 13 Clocks, you’ll love The Phantom Tollbooth. Milo’s journey through a nonsensical world is filled with puns, clever jokes, and a lighthearted yet satirical take on language and logic that echoes Thurber’s style.

If you enjoyed the unpredictable, enchanting magic in The 13 Clocks, such as the mysterious nature of the 13th clock and the Golux’s odd powers, you’ll be charmed by Howl’s Moving Castle. Here, magic is delightfully chaotic—castles roam the countryside, curses change lives, and the rules of enchantment are as flexible as the story’s sense of fun.

If you loved the hero’s quest to rescue Princess Saralinda in The 13 Clocks, you’ll be swept up by the swashbuckling adventure of The Princess Bride. Westley’s mission to save Buttercup, filled with obstacles, wit, and memorable villains, echoes the fairy-tale structure and sense of purpose you enjoyed.

If you appreciated the offbeat, fairy-tale world of The 13 Clocks—where time stands still and nothing is as it seems—Stardust offers another magical land with mysterious rules, eccentric characters, and a journey that balances classic fairy tale with contemporary wit. Tristan’s quest for a fallen star will remind you of Zorn’s unpredictable, enchanted adventure.

If you relished how The 13 Clocks tells a complete, magical story in a single, satisfying volume, you’ll find Haroun and the Sea of Stories equally enchanting. Haroun’s quest through a fantastical world is a standalone adventure brimming with imagination, poetic language, and a sense of wonder that doesn’t require sequels.