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Diary of a Wimpy Kid

by Jeff Kinney · Diary of a Wimpy Kid #1 · 217 pages · Published March 2007
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3.87 / 5 across 700K ratings
Spice: ❄️ (0/5)

A hilarious, relatable Middle Grade children's built around middle school, diary format, awkwardness. 217 pages and a satisfying conclusion.

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Middle School
Diary Format
Awkwardness
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Mood profile
Romance
10%
Fantasy
0%
Pacing
3/5
Darkness
1/5
Spice
0/5
Core elements
Genre
Children's
Comedy
Graphic Novel
Moods
Hilarious
Relatable
Fun
Key Tropes
Middle School
Diary Format
Awkwardness
Ending
Satisfying
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Is Diary of a Wimpy Kid spicy?

No spice (0/5) — clean read with no heat.

Do I need to read Diary of a Wimpy Kid in order?

Diary of a Wimpy Kid is book 1 in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. Start here.

Who would enjoy Diary of a Wimpy Kid?

Readers who love hilarious and relatable stories with middle school and diary format. Best suited for Middle Grade readers and up.

What kind of read is Diary of a Wimpy Kid?

A hilarious, relatable Middle Grade children's built around middle school, diary format, awkwardness. 217 pages and a satisfying conclusion.

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📚 Last reviewed: March 2026 Guide verified against current edition
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