Books Like Inkheart
Families who loved Inkheart by Cornelia Funke 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 Inkheart by Cornelia Funke 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 child starts to treat books as more than just objects, or when you want to nurture a deep appreciation for the power of words and family loyalty. This immersive fantasy follows Meggie and her father, Mo, a bookbinder who possesses the dangerous gift of bringing stories to life by reading them aloud. When characters from a dark tale called Inkheart enter our world, Meggie must find the courage to protect her father and face the consequences of his unintended magic. At its heart, this is a story about the complex relationship between creator and creation, as well as the enduring bond between a father and daughter. While it features some truly menacing villains and moments of peril, the narrative celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the way imagination can be a tool for both destruction and salvation. It is a perfect choice for middle-grade readers who enjoy atmospheric, slow-burn adventures that value intelligence and literacy over simple action.
