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by Dav Pilkey
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Why you'll love it:
This middle grade shares a silly and energetic tone that will resonate with Diary Of A Wimpy Kid fans.
10 Best Books Like Diary Of A Wimpy Kid
If you loved Diary Of A Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
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The best books like Diary Of A Wimpy Kid are:
- 1Dog Man Unleashed by Dav Pilkey4.8
- 2Potato Fireball by Dave Villager4.5
- 3Big Nate: From the Top by Lincoln Peirce4.6#1
- 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
Middle schooler Greg Heffley navigates the treacherous social hierarchy of adolescence while trying to avoid embarrassing situations and the dreaded "Cheese Touch" that spreads like a curse among students. Armed with his diary (which he insists is actually a journal), Greg chronicles his misadventures as he schemes to become popular while dealing with his annoying family and well-meaning best friend Rowley.
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by Dave Villager
4.5
Why you'll love it:
This middle grade shares a lighthearted and silly tone that will resonate with Diary Of A Wimpy Kid fans.
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Big Nate: From the Top
Big Nate #1 (works standalone)by Lincoln Peirce
4.62011224 pages
Why you'll love it:
This middle grade shares a lighthearted and chaotic tone that will resonate with Diary Of A Wimpy Kid fans.
4
The Adventures of Captain Underpants
A Long #1 (works standalone)by Dav Pilkey
4.61997128 pages
Why you'll love it:
This middle grade shares a silly and anarchic tone that will resonate with Diary Of A Wimpy Kid fans.
5
by James Burks
4.62021192 pages
Why you'll love it:
This middle grade shares a silly and energetic tone that will resonate with Diary Of A Wimpy Kid fans.
6
by James Ponti
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Why you'll love it:
This middle grade shares a optimistic adventure tone that will resonate with Diary Of A Wimpy Kid fans.
7
by Barbara O'Connor
4.72017256 pages
Why you'll love it:
This middle grade shares a gentle and hopeful tone that will resonate with Diary Of A Wimpy Kid fans.
8
by James Burks
4.72012128 pages
Why you'll love it:
This middle grade shares a light and comedic tone that will resonate with Diary Of A Wimpy Kid fans.
9
by James Burks
4.82015144 pages
Why you'll love it:
This middle grade shares a adventurous and encouraging tone that will resonate with Diary Of A Wimpy Kid fans.
10
by Megan E. Freeman
4.62022416 pages
Why you'll love it:
This middle grade shares a haunting but hopeful tone that will resonate with Diary Of A Wimpy Kid fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like Diary Of A Wimpy Kid
| 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 |
| Big Nate: From the Top | Lincoln Peirce | 4.6 | 2011 | 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 Diary Of A Wimpy Kid?
The most similar books to Diary Of A Wimpy Kid are Dog Man Unleashed, Potato Fireball, Big Nate: From the Top.
What should I read after Diary Of A Wimpy Kid?
After finishing Diary Of A Wimpy Kid, readers most commonly pick up Dog Man Unleashed next.
Who writes books like Jeff Kinney?
Authors similar to Jeff Kinney include Barbara O'Connor, James Ponti, Lincoln Peirce, Dav Pilkey, Megan E. Freeman.
What genre is Diary Of A Wimpy Kid?
Diary Of A Wimpy Kid is a Middle Grade novel by Jeff Kinney, published in 2012.
How long is Diary Of A Wimpy Kid?
Diary Of A Wimpy Kid is 224 pages long.
About Diary Of A Wimpy Kid
In 2007, Diary of a Wimpy Kid was published, introducing readers to Greg Heffley and his family, his best friend Rowley Jefferson, and the dreaded Cheese Touch.More than 250 million copies later, Diary of a Wimpy Kid has become a beloved book all around the world. and now, for the first time ever, Greg's diary - um, make that journal - is coming to life in a full-colour, 3D animated Disney+ production.Whether you're meeting Greg for the first time or you're a lifelong fan of Jeff Kinney's hilarious series, you'll love diving into the Wimpy Kid universe.