Book Review: Need Some Light Reading? Try These 5 Best ‘Diary of A Wimpy Kid’ Books

‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ is actually a series of fiction books written by American author and cartoonist, Jeff Kinney. The books follow titular pre-teen named Greg Heffley, who illustrates his daily life in a diary. Fifteen ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ books have been released with a sixteenth upcoming, plus one do-it-yourself book. As of the year 2021, more than 250 million copies have been sold globally, making it the sixth best-selling book series in history.

This particular book is such a great choice for light reading while having to spend time at home. Having all of the released ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ books, it must be really hard on which one to choose so that it can be such an enjoyable reading. For east reference, these are the 5 best ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ books to choose.

1) The Deep End (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 15)

Picture: Penguin Books

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Deep End is the 15th book in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney. It was published on October 27, 2020. The story follows Greg Heffley and his family as they vacation in a recreational vehicle.

2) Wrecking Ball (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 14)

Picture: Times of India

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball is a children’s novel written by Jeff Kinney and the fourteenth book in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. It was released on November 5, 2019. In this book, protagonist Greg Heffley’s family receives an inheritance and they use the money to renovate their house.

3) Diary of a Wimpey Kid: Roderick Rules (Diary of a Wimpy Kid)

Picture: Thought Co

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules is a children’s novel by American author and cartoonist Jeff Kinney. It is the sequel to Diary of a Wimpy Kid, followed by The Last Straw. The hardcover was released on February 1, 2008. Rodrick Rules was named New York Times bestseller among awards and praise.

4) Diary of Wimpy Kid. The Last Straw (Diary of a Wimpy Kid)

Picture: Thought Co

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw is a novel written by American author and cartoonist Jeff Kinney, the third book in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. The book acts as a journal and follows the adventures of Greg Heffley, the narrator of the book, who is in the second half of his seventh-grade year.

5) The Meltdown (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 13)

Picture: Rakuten Kobo

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Meltdown is the 13th book in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney. It was published on October 30, 2018. The story takes place in the winter and centers on a snowball fight in protagonist Greg Heffley’s neighborhood. The Meltdown was advertised through a live book tour by Kinney.

Sources: Wimpy Kid.

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