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Jeff Kinney

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4 series · 34 books · Born 1971-02-19

Non-FictionYoung Adult

Jeff Kinney is an American author and game designer best known for creating the wildly popular Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, which has become a cultural phenomenon among middle-grade readers worldwide. Beyond his bestselling books, Kinney also developed Poptropica, a widely-played online adventure game for children that has introduced millions to interactive storytelling. His work combines humor, relatable characters, and accessible illustrations to explore the challenges of growing up, establishing him as a defining voice in contemporary children's literature.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Series

Ongoing

21 books (2007–2026)

Start with Diary of a Wimpy Kid, the first of 21 books in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series.

Start this series with Diary of a Wimpy Kid

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1
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
2007Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Rodrick Rules
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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4
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The Last Straw
2009Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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6
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The Ugly Truth
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
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The Third Wheel
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
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9
The Long Haul
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10
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11
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12
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13
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The Meltdown
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
14
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Wrecking Ball
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
15
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The Deep End
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
16
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17
Diper Överlöde
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
18
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19
20
21
Fight or Flight
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid Series

Likely Complete

4 books (2019–2026)

Start with Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid and read in order.

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#Title
1
Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Adventure
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories 2
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Short Stories/Novellas Series

Complete

5 books (2010–2019)

Start with A Fistful of Feathers(By: David Yoo,Jon Scieszka), the first of 5 books in the Short Stories/Novellas series.

Start this series with A Fistful of Feathers(By: David Yoo,Jon Scieszka)

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#Title
1
A Fistful of Feathers(By: David Yoo,Jon Scieszka)
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
My Parents Give My Bedroom to a Biker(By: Jon Scieszka,Paul Feig)
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Unaccompanied Minors(With: Jon Scieszka)
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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Diary of a Wimpy Trump
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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Diary of Greg Heffley's Best Friend
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Wimpy Kid Non-Fiction Series

Complete

4 books (2008–2014)

Start with Diary of a Wimpy Kit Do-It-Yourself Book, the first of 4 books in the Wimpy Kid Non-Fiction series.

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1
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Diary of a Wimpy Kit Do-It-Yourself Book
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book Journal
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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Greetings from Wherever You Are
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Jeff Kinney written?
Jeff Kinney has written 34 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2007 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Jeff Kinney series?
Here are the first books in Jeff Kinney's series: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Diary of a Wimpy Kid; Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid; Short Stories/Novellas: A Fistful of Feathers(By: David Yoo,Jon Scieszka); Wimpy Kid Non-Fiction: Diary of a Wimpy Kit Do-It-Yourself Book.
What order should I read Jeff Kinney's books?
We recommend reading Jeff Kinney's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Jeff Kinney still writing new books?
Yes, Jeff Kinney has 1 ongoing series: Diary of a Wimpy Kid.

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