Classic Retellings:
* "Cinderella" by Charles Perrault: The original French fairy tale from the 17th century.
* "The Story of Cinderella" by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm: A slightly different version of the tale, with more emphasis on the cruelty of the stepmother.
* "Cinderella" by Anne Sexton: A modern, feminist retelling that explores the darker aspects of the story.
* "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine: A humorous and witty twist on the classic, where Ella is cursed with obedience and must find a way to break it.
* "Cinder" by Marissa Meyer: A futuristic retelling set in a world of cyborgs and androids.
Modern Adaptations:
* "A Cinderella Story" by Jennifer Crusie: A contemporary romance with a Cinderella theme.
* "The Princess Diaries" by Meg Cabot: A series of books that features a modern-day Cinderella story about a shy girl who discovers she is a princess.
* "The Glass Slipper" by Eleanor Estes: A classic American children's book about a girl who finds a glass slipper and embarks on a quest to find its owner.
* "The Twelfth Night of Twelfth Night" by Janine Krentz: A romantic comedy that features a Cinderella-like plot.
Other Books with Cinderella Themes:
* "The Goose Girl" by Shannon Hale: A retelling of the German fairy tale, with a similar theme of a young woman who is mistreated and must find her way back to her rightful place.
* "Once Upon a Time" by Steve Coll: A non-fiction book about the history of Disney, which includes a chapter on the development of the classic "Cinderella" film.
This is just a small sample of the many books that draw inspiration from the Cinderella story. You can find more books by searching online or browsing your local library.
When choosing a Cinderella book, consider what you're looking for in a story. Are you interested in a classic retelling, a modern adaptation, or something completely new? Do you want a romantic story, a humorous story, or something more serious? There's a Cinderella book out there for everyone!