Books Like Come Alive at 505
Families who loved Come Alive at 505 by Robin F. Brancato often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Come Alive at 505 by Robin F. Brancato often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your teenager feels that their true talents are being dismissed as mere hobbies by the adults in their life. It is an ideal choice for the student who struggles to fit into the traditional academic mold and feels more at home in a creative or self-made space. The story follows Danny, a high school senior who runs a make-believe radio station from his bedroom, as he navigates the pressure of college applications versus his dream of becoming a professional disc jockey. Through Danny's journey, the book explores themes of self-identity, the courage to be different, and the importance of finding a supportive peer group. While written in the 1980s, the emotional core of wanting to be 'heard' remains deeply relevant. It is a realistic, secular portrayal of the transition to adulthood, suitable for ages 12 and up, that validates the pursuit of unconventional passions while addressing the need for personal accountability.
