{"product_id":"diary-of-a-wimpy-kid-12-book-collection-set-jeff-kinney-fiction-paperback","title":"Diary of a Wimpy Kid Series by Jeff Kinney 12 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDiary of a Wimpy Kid\u003cbr\u003e\nRodrick Rules\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Last Straw\u003cbr\u003e\nDog Days\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Ugly Truth\u003cbr\u003e\nCabin Fever\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Third Wheel\u003cbr\u003e\nHard Luck\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Long Haul\u003cbr\u003e\nOld School\u003cbr\u003e\nDouble Down\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Getaway\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Amulet Books\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: Ages 8-12 (Grades 3-7)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGet every laugh-out-loud moment from Greg Heffley's middle-school life with this complete 12-book Diary of a Wimpy Kid paperback collection by Jeff Kinney. From the very first diary entry through The Getaway, this set follows Greg across family road trips, snowed-in cabins, school dances, and endless sibling rivalry with his brother Rodrick. Written and illustrated in Kinney's signature cartoon-diary style, the series has become a #1 international bestselling phenomenon beloved by reluctant readers and bookworms alike. Perfect for building a home library, this collection delivers twelve full stories of humor, friendship, and growing pains in one convenient paperback set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis 12-book Diary of a Wimpy Kid collection gathers the original run of Jeff Kinney's beloved series, chronicling Greg Heffley's journey from awkward middle schooler to slightly-less-awkward teenager. Told through diary entries paired with Kinney's distinctive doodled illustrations, the books capture the everyday chaos of school hallways, family road trips, holiday gatherings, and the ongoing tug-of-war between Greg and his older brother Rodrick. Readers watch Greg scheme his way through popularity contests, survive snowed-in cabins, endure cross-country road trips gone wrong, and navigate the ups and downs of friendship with his best pal Rowley Jefferson. Each installment stands alone as a complete, funny story while also building a larger, connected world of recurring characters and running jokes that reward reading the series in order. The diary-style format, filled with short chapters and cartoon panels, makes these books especially approachable for kids transitioning from picture books to longer chapter books, while the sharp, self-deprecating humor keeps even reluctant readers turning pages. Themes of friendship, family, embarrassment, and resilience run throughout, giving parents and teachers plenty of relatable material for discussion. Whether read cover to cover or dipped into one book at a time, this collection offers hours of laughs and a genuine introduction to one of the best-selling children's series of the last two decades. The consistent voice and format across all twelve books make it easy for young readers to move from one story to the next without losing momentum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete run of the first 12 Diary of a Wimpy Kid books in one paperback collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJeff Kinney's signature cartoon-diary format keeps reluctant readers engaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for kids transitioning from picture books to longer chapter books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilds reading confidence with short chapters and humor-driven storytelling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakes a perfect gift for birthdays, holidays, or back-to-school reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for home libraries, classroom libraries, and summer reading lists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDiary of a Wimpy Kid — Greg Heffley begins his diary of middle-school survival, from locker room disasters to chasing popularity.\u003cbr\u003e\nRodrick Rules — Greg spends the summer dodging his older brother Rodrick's schemes and dealing with the fallout of a disastrous party.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Last Straw — Greg's dad enrolls him in a military-style club to toughen him up while Greg tries to shake off his reputation as a wimp.\u003cbr\u003e\nDog Days — A summer without video games forces Greg to get creative, leading to backyard pool mishaps and a country club job with his dad.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Ugly Truth — Greg navigates growing-up milestones like puberty and shifting friendships after a falling-out with his best friend Rowley.\u003cbr\u003e\nCabin Fever — Snowed in during winter break, Greg's attempt to avoid trouble at school spirals into a chaotic family lockdown at home.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Third Wheel — Greg scrambles to find a date for the school's Valentine's Day dance, with predictably awkward results.\u003cbr\u003e\nHard Luck — Greg tests his fortune with a Magic 8 Ball after his friendship with Rowley falls apart and his social circle shrinks.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Long Haul — A cross-country family road trip in a cramped minivan turns into one disaster after another for the Heffleys.\u003cbr\u003e\nOld School — Greg's family unplugs for an old-fashioned camping getaway with no electronics, testing his patience to the limit.\u003cbr\u003e\nDouble Down — Greg pursues a new obsession with horror movies and video games while trying to find his next big talent.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Getaway — A tropical family vacation meant to be relaxing quickly turns into a string of mishaps and mayhem for Greg and his family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJeff Kinney is the author and illustrator of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, one of the best-selling children's book franchises in the world, published across dozens of countries. He created the character Greg Heffley and the diary-comic format after years of drawing cartoons, first publishing the series' early chapters online before it became a full book series. Kinney has written and illustrated numerous installments following Greg's misadventures, expanding the franchise into film adaptations and companion titles. He is known for blending relatable middle-school humor with simple, expressive cartoon art that appeals to young and reluctant readers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTwelve books of nonstop laughs make this collection a fantastic gift for birthdays, holiday season, or back-to-school reading. It's an easy classroom library addition or a great stocking stuffer for reluctant readers who finally want a series they can't put down, and a solid pick for summer reading lists too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jeff Kinney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56826045563254,"sku":"USA-9123622482","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/diary-of-a-wimpy-kid-collection-jeff-kinney-paperback.jpg?v=1785451138","url":"https:\/\/skymartbooks.com\/products\/diary-of-a-wimpy-kid-12-book-collection-set-jeff-kinney-fiction-paperback","provider":"Skymart Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}