Book Series · 20 Books

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Books

In order from Diary of a Wimpy Kid to Partypooper.

The Diary of a Wimpy Kid series is a set of 20 graphic novels by Jeff Kinney, published between 2007 and 2025. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 220 pages. Subjects across the series include bullying, popularity, and making friends.

About the series

What's Diary of a Wimpy Kid About?

Greg Heffley records the funny trials of friendship, family life, and middle school through text and cartoons.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2007

Diary of a Wimpy Kid

By Jeff Kinney

Middle school misadventures test a boy's friendship and self-discovery through his diary entries.

218 pages· 20,026 words· Est. 3.5 hour read

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Summary: Greg Heffley navigates the treacherous waters of middle school, where he's surrounded by bigger, tougher kids. Armed with his diary, Greg chronicles his hilarious attempts to survive and thrive. With his best friend Rowley gaining popularity, Greg sees an opportunity to boost his own status, but his plans backfire, putting their friendship to the test. Will Greg's schemes lead to disaster, or will he learn what truly matters? Dive into a world where growing up is anything but easy, and every page is filled with laughter and unexpected lessons.

In reading order

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Series

20 books · Published 2007–2025

#1 in Series

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Diary of a Wimpy Kid

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2007

Middle school misadventures test a boy's friendship and self-discovery through his diary entries.

#2 in Series

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Rodrick Rules

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2008

Greg's secret summer mishap risks exposure as school starts anew.

#3 in Series

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The Last Straw

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2009

Greg must toughen up or face military school. Can he avoid his dad's plans?

#4 in Series

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Dog Days

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2009

Indoor-loving Greg faces a summer clash with his mom's outdoor plans. Who will win?

#5 in Series

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The Ugly Truth

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

Greg faces growing pains and awkward changes without his best friend. Can he handle the ugly truth of growing up?

#6 in Series

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Cabin Fever

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

A middle school student navigates the challenges of adolescence, including bullies, crushes, and family relationships.

#7 in Series

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The Third Wheel

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

A middle school dance leaves Greg scrambling to avoid being the odd man out.

#8 in Series

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Hard Luck

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

Middle schooler turns to chance to change his luck. Will it work or lead to more trouble?

#9 in Series

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$1398

The Long Haul

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

A family road trip spirals into chaos and unexpected adventure.

#10

#10 in Series

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Old School

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

Can Greg survive when his town goes electronics-free, or is old school too tough for him?

#11

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Double Down

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Greg's plan to make a movie for fame might just double his troubles.

#12

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The Getaway

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

A tropical getaway turns chaotic with unexpected troubles threatening a family's vacation.

#13

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The Meltdown

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

Snow traps Greg in a neighborhood war. Can he and Rowley survive the chaos?

#14

#14 in Series

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Wrecking Ball

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

A home renovation spirals into chaos, revealing unexpected dangers for Greg's family.

#15

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The Deep End

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

A family camping trip turns into a watery disaster. Can they escape the rising tide?

#16

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Big Shot

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

Greg joins the worst basketball team. Can he turn their luck around or miss his big shot?

#17

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Diper Överlöde

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2022

Greg joins his brother's band, facing chaos and rock 'n' roll challenges.

#18

#18 in Series

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No Brainer

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

A middle school student navigates the challenges of adolescence and the struggles of his school.

#19

#19 in Series

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Hot Mess

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

Greg's summer turns chaotic with family secrets and a crowded beach house.

#20

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Partypooper

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

Greg's birthday party spirals into chaos with unexpected disasters.

Companion series

Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid Series

4 books · Published 2019–2021

Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson's Journal

#1 in Series

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Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson's Journal

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Rowley chronicles Greg's life, but his hilarious attempt at biography turns into chaos.

Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Adventure

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Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Adventure

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Two friends embark on a quest to save a loved one from a powerful warlock.

Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories

#3 in Series

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Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories

Chapter Book · Ages 8–13 · 2021

Laugh and shiver with Rowley's spooky tales of zombies, vampires, and ghosts.

Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories 2

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Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories 2

Chapter Book · Ages 8–13

Enter a world of hilarious horrors with monsters and ghouls lurking in unexpected places.

From the same world

In-Universe Books

3 books · Published 2011–2017

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The Wimpy Kid Do-It-Yourself Book

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

Create your own story and become the star of your own adventure.

The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary: How Greg Heffley Went to Hollywood

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The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary: How Greg Heffley Went to Hollywood

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

Discover the secrets behind turning a bestselling book into a hit movie series.

The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary: The Next Chapter

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The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary: The Next Chapter

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Discover the chaos and creativity behind making a movie, from seagulls to robot pigs.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series?

There are 20 books in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. It began with Diary of a Wimpy Kid in 2007, and the newest book, Partypooper, was published in 2025.