Diary of a Wimpy Kid

by 28 books in this series
The adventures of wise-cracking middle school student Greg Heffley who must somehow survive the scariest time of anyone's life: middle school. The hilarious and internationally bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series.
#1 - Diary Of A Wimpy Kid (Book 1)
#1 - Diary Of A Wimpy Kid (Book 1)

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.
#2 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules (Book 2)
#2 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules (Book 2)
THE ONE WITH THE BIG BROTHER

The second laugh-out-loud, fully-illustrated Diary of a Wimpy Kid book from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney! A global phenomenon with 250 million copies of the series sold worldwide!

It's a brand-new year and a brand-new journal and Greg Heffley is keen to put the humiliating (and secret!) events of last summer firmly behind him.

But someone knows everything, someone whose job it is to most definitely not keep anything embarrassing of Greg's private: his big brother, Rodrick. Can Greg make it through this new school year with his cool(ish) reputation intact?
#3 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw (Book 3)
#3 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw (Book 3)
THE ONE WHERE GREG SHAPES UP

The third laugh-out-loud, fully-illustrated Diary of a Wimpy Kid book from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney! A global phenomenon with 250 million copies of the series sold worldwide!

Greg Heffley's dad is on a mission! He's decided it's time for this wimpy kid to become, well, less wimpy and has planned lots of "manly" activities for him and his son.

Greg somehow manages to find ways to get out of most of them, but when his dad threatens to send him to a military academy, Greg realises he's going to have to somehow shape up ... or get shipped out!
#4 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days (Book 4)
#4 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days (Book 4)
THE ONE WITH THE WORST SUMMER EVER

The fourth laugh-out-loud, fully-illustrated
Diary of a Wimpy Kid book from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney! A global phenomenon with 250 million copies of the series sold worldwide!

Greg Heffley's family are going to have to count their pennies this summer.

That means, no beach holiday and lots of 'family togetherness'. Which doesn't sound like a whole lot of fun. The only good thing Greg has to look forward to is his birthday, but even THAT ends in a disaster.

And when his dad brings home a brand-new addition to the family, Greg is outnumbered. It could be a real dog of a summer . . .
#5 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth book & CD
#5 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth book & CD
The perfect way to read and listen to the fifth title in the massively funny, award-winning and chartbusting Diary of a Wimpy Kid series.

Greg Heffley has always been in a hurry to grow up. But is getting older really all it's cracked up to be?
Suddenly Greg is dealing with the increased pressures of boy-girl parties, increased responsibilities, and even the awkward changes that come with getting older. And after a big fight with his best friend Rowley, it looks like Greg is going to have to face the "ugly truth" all by himself.
#5 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth (Book 5)
#5 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth (Book 5)
THE ONE WHERE GREG GETS "THE TALK"

The fifth laugh-out-loud, fully-illustrated
Diary of a Wimpy Kid book from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney! A global phenomenon with 250 million copies of the series sold worldwide!

Greg Heffley
has always been in a hurry to grow up. Being older means you can live alone, eat whatever you want for dinner and don't have to share with your brothers. PERFECT.

At least, that's what Greg thought, but it turns out there's a lot more to growing up like dealing with boy/girl dances, increased responsibilities and awkward changes.

On top of all this, he's fighting with this best friend Rowley, and is being dragged to his uncle's FIFTH wedding. Surely there's more to growing up than THIS?
#6 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Cabin Fever (Book 6)
#6 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Cabin Fever (Book 6)
THE ONE WITH THE SNOW STORM

The sixth laugh-out-loud, fully-illustrated Diary of a Wimpy Kid book from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney! A global phenomenon with 250 million copies of the series sold worldwide!

A snowstorm SHOULD bring nothing but fun. Hours in front of the TV, cuddling up with a blanket and NO SCHOOL ... But not for Greg Heffley.

Being trapped inside with his family is bad enough, but it's even worse when the POLICE are trying to track him down.

School property has been damaged, and Greg's the prime suspect. But he's INNOCENT! Sort of. Is time finally up for Greg Heffley?
#7 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel book & CD
#7 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel book & CD
The perfect way to read and listen to the seventh title in the hilarious award-winning and chartbusting Diary of a Wimpy Kid series.

Love is in the air - but what does that mean for Greg Heffley?

A Valentine's Day dance at Greg's middle school has turned Greg's world upside down. As Greg scrambles to find a date, he's worried he'll be left out in the cold on the big night. His best friend, Rowley, doesn't have any prospects either, but that's small consolation.

Then an unexpected twist gives Greg a partner for the dance and leaves Rowley the odd man out. But a lot can happen in one night, and in the end you never know who's going to be lucky in love . . .
#7 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel (Book 7)
#7 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel (Book 7)
THE ONE WITH THE VALENTINE'S DANCE

The seventh laugh-out-loud, fully-illustrated Diary of a Wimpy Kid book from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney! A global phenomenon with 250 million copies of the series sold worldwide!

Greg Heffley's school is holding a Valentine's Day dance, and it's turned his world upside down.

It's everyone for themselves as they scramble to find a date for the big day, and Greg's determined NOT to be left partner-less. His best friend, Rowley, doesn't have any prospects either but that's a small consolation...

To make matters worse, his Uncle Gary has moved in and is taking over the whole house.

Will Greg be lucky in love and get his home back?
#8 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hard Luck (Book 8)
#8 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hard Luck (Book 8)
THE ONE WHERE GREG NEEDS A NEW FRIEND

The eighth laugh-out-loud, fully-illustrated
Diary of a Wimpy Kid book from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney! A global phenomenon with 250 million copies of the series sold worldwide!

Things haven't been going all that well for Greg Heffley recently.

For one thing, his best friend Rowley has a GIRLFRIEND, so now Greg is in the market for a new best friend. But after he's spent so long training him to be the perfect best friend, finding a 'new Rowley' won't be easy.

And to top it off, his family (including his feral cousins) are coming to stay. Can Greg improve his luck before it's too late?
#8 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hard Luck book & CD
#8 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hard Luck book & CD
The perfect gift for Wimpy Kid fans - now you can read and listen to Hard Luck, book 8 in the award-winning, hilarious Wimpy Kid series!

Greg Heffley's on a losing streak. His best friend, Rowley Jefferson, has ditched him, and finding new friends in middle school is proving to be a tough task. To change his fortunes, Greg decides to take a leap of faith and turn his decisions over to chance. Will a roll of the dice turn things around, or is Greg's life destined to be just another hard-luck story?

Perfect for readers of 8+ and also reluctant readers. You can also discover Greg on the big screen in any one of the three Wimpy Kid Movie box office smashes.
#9 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul (Book 9)
#9 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul (Book 9)
THE ONE WITH THE FAMILY ROAD TRIP

The ninth laugh-out-loud, fully-illustrated
Diary of a Wimpy Kid book from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney! A global phenomenon with 250 million copies of the series sold worldwide!

The Heffleys are off on a road trip! The chances of survival are ... quite small to be honest.

Greg's idea of a good summer is air conditioning and lounging in front of the television. But his mum has different plans, and now his family are having an "authentic" summer, trapped together on a road trip. And Greg's soon battling petrol-station bathrooms, crazed seagulls, a fender bender and a runaway pig.

But even the worst road trip can turn into an adventure ­- and this is going to be one that the Heffleys will never forget!
#10 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School (Book 10)
#10 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School (Book 10)
THE ONE WITH THE SCARY SCHOOL TRIP

The tenth laugh-out-loud, fully-illustrated Diary of a Wimpy Kid book from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney! A global phenomenon with 250 million copies of the series sold worldwide!

Greg Heffley's parents are convinced life was better back in the old days.

But Greg isn't so sure that a life without electronics, central heating and working plumbing sounds all that fun ... And so, despite his best efforts, he is sent off to Hardscrabble Farm to learn about hard work and the great outdoors.

Will Greg be able to survive a week out in the wild? Or will his school trip be a complete DISASTER?
#11 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Double Down (Book 11)
#11 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Double Down (Book 11)
THE ONE WITH THE HALLOWEEN CANDY

The eleventh laugh-out-loud, fully-illustrated Diary of a Wimpy Kid book from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney! A global phenomenon with 250 million copies of the series sold worldwide!

The pressure's really piling up on Greg Heffley. His mum thinks video games are turning his brain to mush, so she wants her son to put down the controller and explore his "creative side".

As if that's not scary enough, Halloween's just around the corner and the frights are coming at Greg from every angle.

But then Greg has an idea. Maybe he can get his mom off his back by making a movie . . . and even become rich and famous in the process? Or will doubling down on this plan just double Greg's troubles?
#12 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Getaway (Book 12)
#12 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Getaway (Book 12)
THE ONE WITH THE CHRISTMAS GETAWAY!

The twelfth laugh-out-loud, fully-illustrated
Diary of a Wimpy Kid book from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney! A global phenomenon with 250 million copies of the series sold worldwide!

Greg Heffley and his family are getting out of town.

It's freezing cold at home and his parents are stressed about Christmas, so they decide the whole family are going to escape to a tropical island! A few days in paradise SHOULD do wonders for Greg and his frazzled family.

The trouble is this version of paradise turns out to include sun poisoning, stomach troubles and venomous creatures.

Can their trip be saved, or will this island getaway end in disaster?
#13 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Meltdown (Book 13)
#13 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Meltdown (Book 13)
When snow shuts down Greg Heffley's middle school, his neighbourhood transforms into a wintry battlefield.
Rival groups fight over territory, build massive snow forts, and stage epic snowball fights. And in the crosshairs are Greg and his trusty best friend, Rowley Jefferson. It's a fight for survival as Greg and Rowley navigate alliances, betrayals, and warring gangs in a neighbourhood meltdown.

When the snow clears, will Greg and Rowley emerge as heroes? Or will they even survive to see another day?

With millions of books sold around the world in 65 editions and 56 languages, Wimpy Kid has turned millions of kids into readers.

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