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The Library of the Unwritten by A.J. Hackwith

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... a goal-driven quest through magical realms?

The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E. Harrow

If you loved Claire's determined mission to recover a runaway book and protect the Library in The Library of the Unwritten, you'll be swept away by January Scaller's journey as she discovers mysterious doors to other worlds and pursues the truth about her heritage. Both books feature protagonists driven by compelling objectives that take them through wondrous, dangerous settings.

... a vibrant ensemble cast on an unconventional journey?

The Long Way To A Small, Angry Planet by Becky Chambers

Did you enjoy the dynamic between Claire, Brevity, Leto, and Hero as they navigated the perils of Hell's library? You'll love the crew of the Wayfarer—each quirky, layered, and essential to the story—as they undertake a long-haul journey across the galaxy. Both books thrive on found family, banter, and the complex relationships of an ensemble cast.

... complex, morally ambiguous heroes navigating magical bureaucracy?

Sorcerer To The Crown by Zen Cho

If you were fascinated by Claire's struggles with duty, rules, and her own past decisions, you'll appreciate Zacharias Wythe’s and Prunella Gentleman’s navigation of England’s magical society. Both stories feature protagonists whose choices blur the line between right and wrong as they question the systems they serve.

... intricate and imaginative worldbuilding with magical rules?

Middlegame by Seanan McGuire

If you were captivated by the unique afterlife library, its lore, and the rules governing unwritten books in The Library of the Unwritten, you’ll be drawn into the meticulously crafted world of Middlegame. Here, alchemy, language, and mathematics merge into a complex magical system, and the history and mechanics of the world are revealed in fascinating detail.

... metafictional puzzles and the love of books?

Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan

If the meta-concept of unwritten stories coming to life and the Library's relationship with fiction delighted you, you'll be enchanted by the literary mysteries and bookish puzzles in Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore. Both books revel in the power of stories, blur the line between fiction and reality, and invite readers to celebrate the magic of books themselves.

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