Dork Diaries

Preview: Nikki Maxwell navigates the hilarious chaos of middle school in her diary, juggling crushes, frenemies, and embarrassing mishaps. When a school art competition turns into a showdown with mean girl MacKenzie, Nikki must find the courage to stay true to herself. Can she survive the drama and still have the last laugh?

Perfect for readers, who:
• Enjoy laugh-out-loud school dramas and relatable tween struggles
• Like Diary of a Wimpy Kid or Big Nate
• Want a fast-paced, illustrated story with heart and humor

Why You'll Love It:
✅ Nikki’s quirky doodles and witty diary entries bring her world to life
✅ Packed with cringe-worthy moments and triumphant underdog energy
✅ Celebrates friendship, creativity, and embracing your weirdness

Also consider the below aspects before you select:
❌ Some parents find the boy-crush focus stereotypical for tween girls
❌ Light bullying themes may need context for sensitive readers

Verdict: Perfect for fans of illustrated middle school misadventures with mega re-readability!