Book Series · 3 Books

The Misadventures of Max Crumbly Books

In order from Locker Hero to Masters of Mischief.

The Misadventures of Max Crumbly series is a set of 3 graphic novels by Rachel Renée Russell, published between 2016 and 2019. Written for ages 9–13, most books run about 270 pages.

About the series

What's The Misadventures of Max Crumbly About?

Three heavily illustrated middle-school comedies about Max Crumbly, a would-be superhero dealing with bullies, burglars, and everyday school chaos.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$1398

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2016

Locker Hero

By Rachel Renée Russell

Max faces a bully at his new school. Can he become the hero he dreams of being?

302 pages· 24,740 words· Est. 3.5 hour read

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Hardcover

Summary: Max Crumbly is navigating the treacherous halls of South Ridge Middle School, where a bully named Doug makes life difficult. Dreaming of being a comic book hero, Max must find courage and creativity to tackle his real-life nemesis. Will he rise to the challenge and become the hero his school desperately needs, or will he remain trapped in his locker-bound fate? Discover how Max's unexpected talents might just save the day in this thrilling middle school adventure.

In reading order

The Misadventures of Max Crumbly Series

3 books · Published 2016–2019

#1 in Series

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$1398

Locker Hero

Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2016

Max faces a bully at his new school. Can he become the hero he dreams of being?

#2 in Series

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$1348

Middle School Mayhem

Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2017

Trapped with criminals, can Max escape the school's dark secrets?

#3 in Series

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$1348

Masters of Mischief

Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2019

Can Max and Erin outsmart foes and keep their school safe?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Misadventures of Max Crumbly series?

There are 3 books in the Misadventures of Max Crumbly series. It began with Locker Hero in 2016, and the newest book, Masters of Mischief, was published in 2019.