How to Find New Books Based on Old Favorites

You just finished a wonderful book and you feel a little sad that it's over. You go to the library or bookstore, but there are thousands of options. You read the back of a few books, but nothing grabs you. You just want something that "feels" like the one you just read.

AI is the world's best book club leader. It has read almost every book in existence. It understands why you liked a book—maybe it was the mystery, the historical setting, or the funny main character.

If you liked "The Boys in the Boat," you can tell the AI: "I loved The Boys in the Boat because it was an inspiring true story about history and teamwork. What should I read next?" It won't just guess; it will give you recommendations that match that specific "feeling."

Try this Recipe: Find your next great read in seconds.

Open your AI tool.

Name your favorites. "I really enjoy authors like John Grisham and David Baldacci. I like fast-paced legal thrillers."

Ask for suggestions. "Please give me 3 book recommendations from the last 5 years that I might have missed. Tell me why I would like each one."

Check the library. Take the list to your local library website or Kindle store.

This works for movies and TV shows too. It saves you from starting a book you won't like, and introduces you to new authors you might never have picked up on your own.

Next step: What is the last book you gave 5 stars? Tell ChatGPT the title and ask for three more just like it.