Recs if you like When Marnie Was There...

Books that inspired or are similar to Studio Ghibli films

Books where a daughter and her complicated/strained relationship with her parental figure(s) is a large part of the story (whether that be the main plot or a major subplot) • note: the title is a quote from the show Arcane (iykyk)

I learned wayyyyy too late in my life that most of the Ghibli movies were derived from books. Some we know about, like Howl's Moving Castle, some we don't, like I didn't know Kiki's Delivery Service was a novel originally! So I've decided to make a list for the Ghibli enjoyers who want to take a look at where these wonderful movies sprout from 😁

Before they became beloved films, they were stories on the page. Here are the books that inspired the Studio Ghibli movies! Some are direct adaptations and others were used as inspiration. Note: not all of them have been translated to English (yet).

you are deserving of love, acceptance and belonging. you will find your people

Much like books to movies but solely focused on animated movies/series! Suggestions welcome!

springtime books for new beginnings

pov: you’re nine years old and unboxing your mother’s old, dusty books and vintage toys, which will soon become a core memory of your girlhood. ༺❀♡❀༻ coming-of-age feminine stories that are old-fashioned, wondrous and romantic.

Books with something slight happening. Keep reading to learn the truth.

Stories of characters who find freedom/adventure outside of their four walls 🌷 🌼 🧭 🌏 🍄🍃 All suggestions welcome 😁💯

Books that the Studio Ghibli movies are based on and their sequels