Can I use this book?

Today we were working on a lesson about leads. I gave my class directions to choose a fiction chapter book and find the different types of leads on our graphic organizer. Write down the lead and the name of the book. I gave more directions during the lesson, but that's all you need to know right now. Even after directions are given, there are ALWAYS more questions...from the SAME kids every time!

I had one student approach me, Richard, and ask, "Ms. L, Can I use this book?"
Me: "You need to use a fiction book. That book is nonfiction."
R: "What is fiction and nonfiction again?"
Me: "Class, fiction means...? Nonfiction means...?" (They answer in chorus.)
R: "So, this book is fiction?"
Me: "No. Fiction means not true. Nonfiction means fact."
R: "So, I can use this book?"
Me: "No. Your book is nonfiction. You need to use a fiction book. Try a Goosebumps book."
R: "I need a fiction book?"
Me: "Yes!"
R: "That means I can use this one?"
Me: "No. You need to take this book and use it. It is a fiction book."
R: "So, what kind of book do I need?"
Me: "I think you need to ask a friend. I have other people that need help."

This might not even be all of the conversation, but I feel like I'm talking to a wall when I'm having a conversation with this student. When I talk to Richard, other kids in my class even start shouting the answer and directions at him. I redirect those who are shouting at him, but in my mind saying, "SERIOUSLY?!?!?! If they are telling him, I can save my sanity."