Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney

Boys don’t keep diaries—or do they?

Pull up a chair. This one’s a modern classic, and for good reason.

Meet Greg Heffley. He’s just been thrust into the chaos of middle school, where undersized kids like him share the hallways with classmates who are taller, meaner, and—let’s be honest—already shaving. Greg records it all in his journal (don’t call it a diary), capturing the very real hazards of growing up before you’re quite ready.

Lucky for Greg, his loyal sidekick Rowley is along for the ride. But when Rowley’s popularity starts to climb, Greg can’t resist trying to use it to his own advantage. What follows is a chain of events that tests their friendship in the most hilarious fashion.

Jeff Kinney’s debut, told through Greg’s wry words and unforgettable doodled illustrations, became a runaway phenomenon. Before this hardcover even hit shelves, the web version had been viewed by over 20 million online readers—and it’s been delighting families ever since.

Here’s what makes it special:

• A perfect blend of words and cartoons that pulls in even reluctant readers
• Genuine, laugh-out-loud humor kids and grown-ups both adore
• Ideal for ages 8–12 (F&P level: T)

It’s the kind of book that gets passed around the family, the pages a little dog-eared by the end. A wonderful pick for a rainy afternoon by the cove, or a long car ride down the coast.

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