Families who loved Confessions of a Serial Kisser by Wendelin Van Draanen often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent might reach for this book when their teen is navigating the overwhelming world of first crushes and romantic feelings, perhaps getting a bit carried away in the search for 'the one.' The story follows high school junior Evangeline who, determined to find her First True Love's Kiss, embarks on a secret, 'scientific' project of kissing various boys and rating their abilities in a journal. This humorous premise is a vehicle for exploring deeper themes like self-discovery, the true meaning of connection, and the importance of friendship and honesty. Appropriate for young teens, the book handles romance in a lighthearted, non-graphic way, focusing on the emotional and social fallout of Evangeline's experiment. It's an excellent choice for opening conversations about peer pressure, reputation, and the difference between infatuation and a genuine relationship, all wrapped in a funny and relatable story.
