Books About Meta-fiction

The Best Meta-fiction Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about meta-fiction? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 2 Favorite Books About Meta-fiction

Because You Love to Hate Me
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 14–+ · 2017

Because You Love to Hate Me

Discover the untold stories of villains as they seek power and reveal their hidden motives.

368 pages· 89,497 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
3.5 Goodreads · 9,336 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Dive into a world where villains take center stage, revealing their untold stories of vengeance and heartbreak. This anthology reimagines classic tales like Medusa and Jack and the Beanstalk, offering a fresh perspective on the misunderstood. Thirteen authors and BookTubers collaborate to explore the complex emotions driving these iconic characters. What secrets lie behind their infamous deeds, and how will these revelations change your view of fairy tales forever? Uncover the pain and defiance that fuel their quests for power in this captivating collection.
The Stolen Slippers
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2022

The Stolen Slippers

A twisted fairy tale quest for Cinderella's slippers reveals hidden truths and unexpected heroes.

336 pages· 59,999 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 1,824 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Filomena Jefferson-Cho returns to Never After, where fairy tales aren't what they seem. With Cinderella's glass slippers missing, Filomena and her friends, including the charming Jack Stalker, must uncover the truth. Cinderella isn't the innocent princess; her stepsisters, Hortense and Beatrice, are the real heroines. As they navigate a world of deceit and danger, including a stint in the Beast's dungeon, the stakes are high. Can they thwart Cinderella's schemes and fulfill a mysterious prophecy, or will the fairy tale end in disaster? Join this thrilling adventure to discover who truly deserves a happily ever after.