Dork Diaries Once Upon a Dork

Preview: Nikki Maxwell is back with another hilarious adventure in Dork Diaries: Once Upon a Dork! When her school announces a fairy tale-themed talent show, Nikki teams up with her BFFs Chloe and Zoey to create the perfect performance—but between stage fright, rival mean-girl MacKenzie, and a disastrous rehearsal, will their act end up more "fairy fail" than fairy tale?

Perfect for readers, who:
• Enjoy laugh-out-loud school dramas and doodle-filled diaries
• Like Diary of a Wimpy Kid or Big Nate
• Want a relatable story about friendship and overcoming embarrassment

Why You'll Love It:
✅ Packed with quirky illustrations and Nikki’s signature awkward charm
✅ Fast-paced, diary-style storytelling with mega humor
✅ Celebrates creativity and bouncing back from mishaps

Also consider the below aspects before you select:
❌ Some younger readers might need help with longer diary entries
❌ Light bullying themes (mean-girl antics) but always resolved positively

Verdict: A sparkling pick for kids who love to giggle and root for underdogs!