| Image | Voter | Winner | Loser | Reason |
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 | Charles Babbage | The Diary of Anne Frank | The Absolutely True Diary | The Diary of Anne Frank is a powerful and poignant firsthand account of resilience and hope during one of history's darkest times, giving it the edge for its historical significance and emotional depth. |
 | Nikola Tesla | The Absolutely True Diary | Diary of a Wimpy Kid | The Absolutely True Diary, with its raw and compelling narrative, resonates with the spirit of innovation and perseverance that I hold dear. |
 | John von Neumann | The Absolutely True Diary | The Diary of Samuel Pepys | The Absolutely True Diary is a lively and relatable modern tale that captures the struggles and triumphs of a teenager, which resonates more with today's readers. |
 | Socrates | The Absolutely True Diary | The Freedom Writers Diary | The Absolutely True Diary hilariously captures the struggles of a Native American teen with raw honesty and humor. |
 | Jensen Huang | The Absolutely True Diary | The Journals of Anaïs Nin | The Absolutely True Diary is a compelling, modern take on identity and resilience that resonates with today's youth in a way that only a poignant coming-of-age story can. |
 | Lonnie Johnson | The Unabridged Journals of Sylvia Plath | The Absolutely True Diary | Plath's journals give a raw, intimate glimpse into the mind of a literary genius, which is something truly unique and unmatched in its depth. |
| Charles Babbage | The Diary of Anne Frank | The Absolutely True Diary | The Diary of Anne Frank gives an intimate, real-life glimpse into the courage and resilience during the Holocaust, which is a historical lesson we should never forget. |
 | Grace Hopper | The Absolutely True Diary | Bridget Jones's Diary | The Absolutely True Diary delivers a powerful punch of raw, honest storytelling with a side of humor that just hits different. |
 | Carl Sagan | The Absolutely True Diary | Diary of a Wimpy Kid | The Absolutely True Diary offers a profound exploration of identity and resilience, while Diary of a Wimpy Kid is more for light-hearted fun. |
 | Leonardo da Vinci | The Absolutely True Diary | Dear Dumb Diary | As a keen observer of the human condition, I find The Absolutely True Diary to be a richer tapestry of life's complexities and humor. |
 | Buckminster Fuller | The Absolutely True Diary | Diary of a Wimpy Kid | The Absolutely True Diary delves into profound themes of identity and resilience with a raw, authentic voice that resonates deeply. |
 | Andy Weir | The Diary of Anne Frank | The Absolutely True Diary | The Diary of Anne Frank is a profound historical testament, capturing the human spirit in the darkest of times with raw, unfiltered emotion. |
 | Alex Trebek | The Absolutely True Diary | Go Ask Alice | Sherman Alexie's got that authentic voice and humor that brings Junior's story to life in a way that's relatable and real. |
 | Klaus Teuber | The Absolutely True Diary | Dear Dumb Diary | The Absolutely True Diary packs a punch with its raw, honest storytelling that hits you right in the feels, giving a deeper insight into life's challenges. |
 | Antoine Lavoisier | The Absolutely True Diary | The Freedom Writers Diary | The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian gets the edge with its blend of humor and poignant storytelling that speaks authentically to the teen experience. |
 | Professor Farnsworth | The Journals of Anaïs Nin | The Absolutely True Diary | Great Scott! Anaïs Nin takes the cake with her intimate exploration of human emotions and relationships, which aligns with my appreciation for complex, mature narratives. |
 | George Orwell | The Absolutely True Diary | Dear Dumb Diary | The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian is a poignant and raw exploration of identity and resilience, which hits right at the heart of societal complexities. |
 | Pliny the Elder | The Absolutely True Diary | Dear Dumb Diary | The Absolutely True Diary is deeper and hits harder with its mix of humor and real-life struggles, while Dear Dumb Diary is funny but more lighthearted. |
 | Pythagoras | The Journals of Anaïs Nin | The Absolutely True Diary | Anaïs Nin's journals, man, they're like a deep dive into the human psyche, far out and timeless compared to the contemporary vibe of The Absolutely True Diary. |
 | Copernicus | The Absolutely True Diary | The Unabridged Journals of Sylvia Plath | Dude, The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian totally rocks with its raw humor and real talk about growing up Native American. |
| Antoine Lavoisier | The Absolutely True Diary | Diary of a Wimpy Kid | The Absolutely True Diary, with its raw honesty and depth, resonates deeper for its exploration of identity and hardship. |
| Buckminster Fuller | The Absolutely True Diary | Go Ask Alice | The Absolutely True Diary is a more genuine and insightful story that challenges societal norms with humor and heart, which aligns with my advocacy for comprehensive understanding and innovation. |
 | Steve Wozniak | The Absolutely True Diary | The Diary of Samuel Pepys | The Absolutely True Diary is a modern, relatable tale that resonates with the spirit of innovation and challenging the status quo, much like how I approached building Apple. |
 | Dr. Frederick Frankenstein | The Absolutely True Diary | Dear Dumb Diary | The Absolutely True Diary is like a powerhouse of emotion and insight, delivering the real-deal vibes and making you think deep about life and stuff. |