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Preview: Meet Timmy Failure, the clueless yet confident 11-year-old detective who runs Total Failure, Inc., a detective agency with his polar bear partner Total. From solving neighborhood mysteries to outsmarting his nemesis Corrina Corrina, Timmy’s hilarious misadventures are packed with laugh-out-loud mishaps. Will his overconfidence finally backfire, or will he stumble into success?
Perfect for readers, who:
• Enjoy slapstick humor and quirky characters
• Like Diary of a Wimpy Kid or Big Nate
• Want a fast-paced, illustrated comedy with heart
Why You'll Love It: ✅ Stephan Pastis’s witty writing and doodle-style illustrations bring Timmy’s antics to life ✅ Over-the-top humor with relatable kid logic and absurd situations ✅ Celebrates resilience and creativity, even in failure
Also consider the below aspects before you select: ❌ Some wordplay and satire may fly over younger readers’ heads ❌ Timmy’s stubbornness could frustrate rule-following kids
Verdict: A riotous pick for middle graders who love goofy heroes and belly laughs!