16 must-read contemporary books like Alpaca My Bags: A Wish Novel: A Wish Novel by Jenny Goebel

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Alpaca My Bags: A Wish Novel: A Wish Novel

By: Jenny Goebel

4.08

Format: 272 pages, Paperback

When anxiety threatens to derail a homeschooled girl's attempt to make new friends, she finds suppo…

If you liked the contemporary plot in Alpaca My Bags: A Wish Novel: A Wish Novel by Jenny Goebel , here is a list of 16 books like this:

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1. Kristy's Great Idea: A Graphic Novel (The Baby-Sitters Club Graphic Novels #1)

By: Ann M. Martin , Raina Telgemeier

4.15

Format: 192 pages, Library Binding

In this new graphic novel edition of the very first Baby-Sitters Club book, Raina Telgemeier captur… read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • fiction
  • contemporary
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2. Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library (Mr. Lemoncello's Library, #1)

By: Chris Grabenstein

4.12

Format: 304 pages, Hardcover

A New York Times BestsellerKyle Keeley is the class clown, popular with most kids, (if not the teac… read more

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  • middle grade
  • fiction
"Knowledge not shared remains unknown"

-Chris Grabenstein, Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library (Mr. Lemoncello's Library, #1)

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3. Macarons at Midnight (Wish, #2)

By: Suzanne Nelson

3.63

Format: 416 pages, Paperback

When Lise Santos stumbles into a bakery's midnight taste test, she meets the boy of her dreams. He'… read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • fiction
  • contemporary

4. The Truth About Stacey (Baby-Sitters Club Graphic Novels #2)

By: Ann M. Martin , Raina Telgemeier

3.91

Format: 256 pages, Paperback

America's favorite baby-sitters come to life in a new graphic novel series! Poor Stacey. She's move… read more

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5. Folks, This Ain't Normal: A Farmer's Advice for Happier Hens, Healthier People, and a Better World

By: Joel Salatin

4.89

Format: 78 pages, Hardcover

From farmer Joel Salatin's point of view, life in the 21st century just ain't normal. In FOLKS, THI… read more

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6. Wish You Were Eyre

By: Heather Vogel Frederick

4.37

Format: 442 pages, Hardcover

The book club says bon voyage to Concord and bonjour to France! It’s a dream come true for Megan, … read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • fiction
  • contemporary

7. Hot Cocoa Hearts (Wish, #3)

By: Suzanne Nelson

3.71

Format: None pages, Paperback

Emery Mason hates the holidays. She's so over tinsel, secret santas, and excessive cheer. To make m… read more

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8. Unfriended

By: Rachel Vail

4.60

Format: None pages, Hardcover

In middle school, nothing is more important than friendship. When Truly is invited to sit at the Po… read more

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9. The Wild Robot Escapes (The Wild Robot, #2)

By: Peter Brown

3.45

Format: 216 pages, Hardcover

The sequel to the New York Times bestselling The Wild Robot, by award-winning author Peter Brown. S… read more

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10. The Hive Queen (Wings of Fire, #12)

By: Tui T. Sutherland

4.48

Format: 286 pages, Hardcover

Growing up in the hives, Cricket has always had a million questions. Why are trees forbidden, even … read more

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  • middle grade
  • animals
  • fiction
"But this new fear was like termites in her skull, much more constant and present and squirming through all of her thoughts."

-Tui T. Sutherland, The Hive Queen (Wings of Fire, #12)

"I'm at full rage all the time. It can't get worse." "All the time?" Blue said wonderingly. "Really? Don't you get tired?" "Yes," she growled. "And that makes me furious, too."

-Tui T. Sutherland, The Hive Queen (Wings of Fire, #12)

"Cricket wanted the world to feel more like a book: Here is a question, so here is an answer. Here are the mysteries of the universe; now here is everything you want to know about them."

-Tui T. Sutherland, The Hive Queen (Wings of Fire, #12)

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11. The Prettiest

By: Brigit Young

4.15

Format: 320 pages, Hardcover

A must-read for young feminists, The Prettiest is an incisive, empowering novel by Brigit Young abo… read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • fiction
  • contemporary
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12. Momentous Events in the Life of a Cactus (Volume 2)

By: Dusti Bowling

4.32

Format: 310 pages, Hardcover

“High School. Two words that struck fear into the heart of every armless middle schooler I knew. Wh… read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • fiction
  • contemporary
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13. The One and Only Bob (The One and Only #2)

By: Katherine Applegate

4.23

Format: 342 pages, Hardcover

Bob sets out on a dangerous journey in search of his long-lost sister with the help of his two best… read more

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  • middle grade
  • animals
  • fiction
"You are Bob, untamed and undaunted."

-Katherine Applegate, The One and Only Bob (The One and Only #2)

"Seems to me there are lots of ways to be brave, Bob," he said."

-Katherine Applegate, The One and Only Bob (The One and Only #2)

"When you've been through the worst with someone, you appreciate the best."

-Katherine Applegate, The One and Only Bob (The One and Only #2)

"Maybe it's easier to forgive others once you've learned how to forgive yourself."

-Katherine Applegate, The One and Only Bob (The One and Only #2)

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14. When You Trap a Tiger

By: Tae Keller

4.15

Format: 297 pages, Hardcover

Newbery Medal Winner (2021) Some stories refuse to stay bottled up... When Lily and her famil… read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • fiction
"I am a girl who sees invisible things, but I am not invisible."

-Tae Keller, When You Trap a Tiger

"Does it get easier? Does the sadness go away? The sadness fades, yeah. Eventually. But the missing ... I don't know if that ever does."

-Tae Keller, When You Trap a Tiger

"If you put things off for later, you'll never do them. They'll become harder and scarier, and one day you'll realize you've run out of time."

-Tae Keller, When You Trap a Tiger

"It's hard to breathe. I know now: The moment when everything really falls apart--it's not during the big explosion. It's in the quiet after. And the feeling is not a shattering. Not quite"

-Tae Keller, When You Trap a Tiger

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15. Key Player (Front Desk, #4)

By: Kelly Yang

4.42

Format: 288 pages, Hardcover

Mia Tang is going for the goal in the fourth Front Desk novel by New York Times bestselling author … read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • fiction
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16. The Dangerous Gift (Wings of Fire, #14)

By: Tui T. Sutherland

4.47

Format: 316 pages, Hardcover

The #1 New York Times bestselling series continues! Snowfall didn't expect to be queen of the Ic… read more

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  • middle grade
  • animals
  • fiction
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17. Karen's Witch (Baby-Sitters Little Sister Graphic Novels #1)

By: Katy Farina

3.97

Format: 144 pages, Hardcover

A fresh and fun graphic novel series spin-off of The Baby-sitters Club, featuring Kristy's little s… read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • fiction
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18. Shake It Off (Wish, #8)

By: Suzanne Nelson

4.31

Format: 272 pages, Paperback

Bria is used to city life in Chicago, but is headed to her aunt and uncle's Iowa creamery for the s… read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • contemporary
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19. A Batch Made in Heaven (Wish, #9)

By: Suzanne Nelson

4.13

Format: 272 pages, Paperback

Scrumptious recipes... a family secret... and one smart cookie ready for a challenge! Mina is ex… read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • contemporary
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20. The Flames of Hope (Wings of Fire, #15)

By: Tui T. Sutherland

4.34

Format: 330 pages, Hardcover

The #1 New York Times bestselling series is hotter than ever, and this thrilling conclusion to the … read more

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  • middle grade
  • animals
  • fiction
Cover of Karen's Haircut (Baby-Sitters Little Sister Graphic Novels #7) by Katy Farina

21. Karen's Haircut (Baby-Sitters Little Sister Graphic Novels #7)

By: Katy Farina

4.15

Format: 144 pages, Paperback

Another graphic novel in this fun series spin-off of The Baby-sitters Club, featuring Kristy's litt… read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • fiction
  • contemporary
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22. Finally Seen (Finally Seen #1)

By: Kelly Yang

4.46

Format: 304 pages, Hardcover

From the New York Times bestselling author of Front Desk comes a “involving, realistic” ( Booklist … read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • fiction
  • contemporary
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23. Finally Heard (Finally Seen #2)

By: Kelly Yang

4.32

Format: 352 pages, Hardcover

From the New York Times bestselling author of Front Desk comes the sequel to Finally Seen in which … read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • fiction
  • contemporary
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24. Bad Best Friend

By: Rachel Vail

4.14

Format: 320 pages, Hardcover

Niki Ames can't wait to start eighth grade, that all-important year before high school. She and her… read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • fiction
  • contemporary
Cover of Pumpkin Spice Up Your Life (Wish, #10) by Suzanne   Nelson

25. Pumpkin Spice Up Your Life (Wish, #10)

By: Suzanne Nelson

4.10

Format: 272 pages, Paperback

An unexpected turn of events introduces a "latte" trouble in this story of first crushes, friendshi… read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • contemporary
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26. Pugs in a Blanket: A Wish Novel

By: J.J. Howard

4.22

Format: 272 pages, Paperback

Sam's parents run a catering company, which doesn't leave them much time for Sam. Though she has be… read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • animals
  • fiction
  • contemporary
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27. Pugs and Kisses

By: J.J. Howard

4.17

Format: 272 pages, Paperback

Ana Ramos may not have a dog of her own, but she does get to walk her neighbor's adorable pug, Osit… read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • animals
  • fiction
  • contemporary
Cover of Alpaca My Bags: A Wish Novel: A Wish Novel by Jenny Goebel

28. Alpaca My Bags: A Wish Novel: A Wish Novel

By: Jenny Goebel

4.08

Format: 272 pages, Paperback

When anxiety threatens to derail a homeschooled girl's attempt to make new friends, she finds suppo… read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • animals
  • fiction
  • contemporary
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29. True to Your Selfie

By: Megan McCafferty

3.73

Format: 288 pages, Hardcover

The most hilarious, charming, realistic story of middle-grade friendships you'll ever read, from Me… read more

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  • realistic fiction
  • middle grade
  • contemporary
Cover of Girls Just Wanna Have Pugs by J.J. Howard

30. Girls Just Wanna Have Pugs

By: J.J. Howard

4.38

Format: 272 pages, Paperback

Pugs and Kisses meets The Baby-sitters Club in this story of three friends, adorable pugs, and a do… read more

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  • middle grade
Cover of Hedge Over Heels: A Wish Novel by Elise McMullen-Ciotti

31. Hedge Over Heels: A Wish Novel

By: Elise McMullen-Ciotti

4.10

Format: 272 pages, Paperback

Fall hedge over heels for this story of first crushes, friendship drama, and prickly pets! Rayna is… read more

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  • middle grade

20 Top fiction books like Alpaca My Bags: A Wish Novel: A Wish Novel by Jenny Goebel

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Ann M. Martin , Raina Telgemeier

4.15

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Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library (Mr. Lemoncello's Library, #1)

Chris Grabenstein

4.12

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Macarons at Midnight (Wish, #2)

Suzanne Nelson

3.63

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Heather Vogel Frederick

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Natalie Blitt

4.11

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Once Upon a Cruise

Anna Staniszewski

4.09

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Suzanne Nelson

4.13

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J.J. Howard

4.38

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