10 Best Books Like Big Nate: From the Top
If you loved Big Nate: From the Top by Lincoln Peirce, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like Big Nate: From the Top are:
- 1Dog Man Unleashed by Dav Pilkey4.8
- 2Potato Fireball by Dave Villager4.5
- 3Diary Of A Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney4.6
- 4The Adventures of Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey4.6#1
- 5Agent 9: Flood-a-Geddon! by James Burks4.6
- 6City Spies by James Ponti4.7
- 7Wish by Barbara O'Connor4.7
- 8Bird & Squirrel on the Run by James Burks4.7
- 9Bird & Squirrel on the Edge! by James Burks4.8
- 10Alone by Megan E. Freeman4.6

Meet Nate Wright, an eleven-year-old "genius" who holds the school record for detentions and considers himself a sixth-grade Renaissance man. Follow his hilarious misadventures as he navigates overzealous teachers, crushes, and cafeteria food while running for student government and solving school mysteries. This collection of comic strips captures the timeless chaos of middle school life through the eyes of an unforgettably optimistic troublemaker.
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Detailed Recommendations

The Adventures of Captain Underpants
A Long #1 (works standalone)by Dav Pilkey
Why you'll love it:
This middle grade shares a silly and anarchic tone that will resonate with Big Nate: From the Top fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like Big Nate: From the Top
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog Man Unleashed | Dav Pilkey | 4.8 | 2016 | 224 | Closest match |
| Potato Fireball | Dave Villager | 4.5 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Diary Of A Wimpy Kid | Jeff Kinney | 4.6 | 2012 | 224 | Similar vibes |
| The Adventures of Captain Underpants | Dav Pilkey | 4.6 | 1997 | 128 | Similar vibes |
| Agent 9: Flood-a-Geddon! | James Burks | 4.6 | 2021 | 192 | Similar vibes |
| City Spies | James Ponti | 4.7 | 2021 | 400 | Similar vibes |
| Wish | Barbara O'Connor | 4.7 | 2017 | 256 | Similar vibes |
| Bird & Squirrel on the Run📚 Series starter | James Burks | 4.7 | 2012 | 128 | Start a new series |
| Bird & Squirrel on the Edge! | James Burks | 4.8 | 2015 | 144 | Similar vibes |
| Alone | Megan E. Freeman | 4.6 | 2022 | 416 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to Big Nate: From the Top?
The most similar books to Big Nate: From the Top are Dog Man Unleashed, Potato Fireball, Diary Of A Wimpy Kid.
What should I read after Big Nate: From the Top?
After finishing Big Nate: From the Top, readers most commonly pick up Dog Man Unleashed next.
Who writes books like Lincoln Peirce?
Authors similar to Lincoln Peirce include Jeff Kinney, James Patterson.
What genre is Big Nate: From the Top?
Big Nate: From the Top is a Middle Grade novel by Lincoln Peirce, published in 2011.
How long is Big Nate: From the Top?
Big Nate: From the Top is 224 pages long.
About Big Nate: From the Top
Nate Wright is eleven years old, four-and-a-half feet tall, and the all-time record holder for school detentions in school history. He's a self-described genius and sixth-grade Renaissance man juggling classes, family, soccer, and school crushes. The Big Nate comic series has become a longtime reader favorite. Kids everywhere can relate to Nate's daily battle against overzealous teachers, backbreaking homework, wimpy cafeteria food, and all-around conventionality. Join him as he runs for student government, becomes the school sleuth, and relaxes over zingers (and a dash of philosophy) with his friends. Big Nate: From the Top is the volume that started it all. This first book in the series introduces Lincoln Peirce's signature comic strips packed with vintage flair and timeless school humor. Perfect for reluctant readers ages 8-10!








