Authors with a similar style to Jacqueline Wilson and Cathy Cassidy:
* Sarah Crossan: Her books are often contemporary and deal with complex themes in a sensitive way. "Here for It" and "Apple and Rain" are great starting points.
* Jenny McLachlan: She writes about relatable characters and tackles issues like friendship, family, and self-discovery. "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" is a fantastic choice.
* Holly Smale: Known for her light-hearted, humorous stories, especially "Geek Girl" and "The Secret Life of a Teenage Geek".
* Meg Cabot: She's popular for writing engaging and witty stories, especially her "Princess Diaries" series.
* Rachel Joyce: Her novels explore family relationships and difficult choices, like "The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry."
Other Books to Explore:
* Coming-of-age stories: "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" by Stephen Chbosky, "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell, "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas
* Fantasy and adventure: "The Chronicles of Narnia" by C.S. Lewis, "Percy Jackson & the Olympians" by Rick Riordan, "A Wrinkle in Time" by Madeleine L'Engle
* Historical fiction: "Number the Stars" by Lois Lowry, "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas" by John Boyne, "Anne of Green Gables" by L.M. Montgomery
* Classics: "Anne of Green Gables" by L.M. Montgomery, "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott, "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" by Lewis Carroll
Tips to Find More Books:
* Ask at the library: Librarians are great resources for finding books that match your daughter's interests.
* Browse online: Websites like Goodreads and Amazon offer book recommendations based on what you've already enjoyed.
* Talk to other readers: Ask friends and classmates what they're reading.
Encourage your daughter to explore different genres and authors! The most important thing is that she finds books she enjoys.