Books About Metafiction

The Best Metafiction Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about metafiction? 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 4 Favorite Books About Metafiction

We Are in a Book!
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$1049
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2010

We Are in a Book!

Two friends discover they're in a book. What happens when it ends?

57 pages· 288 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.0/7 Bookroo·4.5/5 Goodreads · 18,922 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Best friends Gerald and Piggie find themselves inside a book, delighting in the experience of being read. But as the pages turn, they face an unexpected dilemma: what happens when the story concludes? With Gerald's cautious nature and Piggie's carefree spirit, they must navigate this new reality together. Will they find a way to keep the story going, or is the end inevitable? Join their whimsical adventure and discover the joy and mystery of being part of a book.
Abner & Ian Get Right-Side Up
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

Abner & Ian Get Right-Side Up

By Dave Eggers, Laura Park (Illustrator)

Two characters are stuck sideways in a book. Can readers help them get upright?

80 pages· 840 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
3.8 Goodreads · 427 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Abner and Ian find themselves stuck sideways in their own picture book, unable to start their story. Ian battles dizziness and fear, while Abner devises a plan involving reader interaction. But the solution might not be as straightforward as it seems. With humor and unexpected twists, this interactive adventure invites readers to shake and turn the book, promising a delightful and surprising journey. Will Abner's plan work, or is there a different way to set things right?
The Worst Book Ever
Graphic Nov.
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 6–10 · 2019

The Worst Book Ever

Characters rebel against a dull story, seeking excitement.

48 pages· 843 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
3.6 Goodreads · 579 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In a book meant to be boring, characters revolt against their mundane fate. Trapped in a dull narrative, they challenge the author's bland imagination, sparking chaos and unexpected hilarity. Will they succeed in transforming their story into something extraordinary, or remain stuck in monotony forever? Dive into a world where characters refuse to be ordinary, and every page promises a surprise.
This Book Is Dangerous!
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$1899
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2025

This Book Is Dangerous!

Guide a nervous jellyfish through a perilous ocean adventure. Can you help Jelly escape?

44 pages· 446 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
3.8 Goodreads · 1,017 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Jelly, the anxious jellyfish, faces a sea of dangers in this interactive adventure. From pirate crabs to spiky surprises, Jelly needs your help to navigate the treacherous ocean and escape the book's pages. But beware—every turn could bring unexpected challenges. Will you guide Jelly safely, or will the ocean's mysteries prove too daunting? Dive in and discover the hilarity and suspense that await!