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The Adventures of Captain Underpants
A Long #1 (works standalone)by Dav Pilkey
4.61997128 pages
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This delivers a very similar reading experience to Diary Of A Wimpy Kid — fans consistently love both.
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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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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.
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by Dave Villager
4.5
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This middle grade shares a lighthearted and silly tone that will resonate with Diary Of A Wimpy Kid fans.
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by James Ponti
4.72021400 pages
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This middle grade shares a optimistic adventure tone that will resonate with Diary Of A Wimpy Kid fans.
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by James Burks
4.82015144 pages
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This middle grade shares a adventurous and encouraging tone that will resonate with Diary Of A Wimpy Kid fans.
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by Barbara O'Connor
4.72017256 pages
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This middle grade shares a gentle and hopeful tone that will resonate with Diary Of A Wimpy Kid fans.
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by James Burks
4.62021192 pages
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This middle grade shares a silly and energetic 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Adventures of Captain Underpants | Dav Pilkey | 4.6 | 1997 | 128 | Closest match |
| Big Nate: From the Top | Lincoln Peirce | 4.6 | 2011 | 224 | Similar vibes |
| Potato Fireball | Dave Villager | 4.5 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| City Spies | James Ponti | 4.7 | 2021 | 400 | Similar vibes |
| Bird & Squirrel on the Edge! | James Burks | 4.8 | 2015 | 144 | Similar vibes |
| Wish | Barbara O'Connor | 4.7 | 2017 | 256 | Similar vibes |
| Agent 9: Flood-a-Geddon! | James Burks | 4.6 | 2021 | 192 | 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 The Adventures of Captain Underpants, Big Nate: From the Top, Potato Fireball.
What should I read after Diary Of A Wimpy Kid?
After finishing Diary Of A Wimpy Kid, readers most commonly pick up The Adventures of Captain Underpants 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.