Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess

SKU: 9780241583180
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess
Ages 9–12
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess

SKU: 9780241583180
Author: Jeff Kinney
Paperback·Ages 9-12·Comedy & Humor
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At a glance

😂 Mood
Chaotic, silly, laugh-out-loud
⚡ Pace
Fast, easy to read, highly engaging
🖤 Vibes
Family chaos, everyday disasters, awkward situations
👑 Themes
Growing up, responsibility, dealing with change
🎯 Reading Level
8–12 years (great for reluctant readers)
😂 Humour Level
Very high 🤣🤣🤣
👀 Perfect For
Fans of the Wimpy Kid series and kids who love funny books
📖 Readers Who’ll Love This
Perfect for kids who enjoy silly humour, relatable family chaos, and quick, entertaining reads that keep them laughing

The pressure is building for Greg Heffley, who discovers that when you mix heaps of family, a tiny beach house, and sweltering heat, it's a recipe for disaster. Speaking of recipes - the secret ingredients behind Gramma's famous meatballs have been closely guarded for years. Can Greg unpack all of his family's mysteries before their vacation is over? Or will he just stir the pot?

This sidesplittingly relatable story is the funniest Wimpy Kid book yet!

Book details

Format
Paperback
Reading age
9-12
Pages
224
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Published
15 January 2026
Language
English
ISBN
9780241583180

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About the Author:

Jeff Kinney is the legendary laugh-maker behind Diary of a Wimpy Kid, the mega-popular series that turned middle school mishaps into global reading gold. With his iconic stick-figure style and spot-on sense of humour, Jeff introduced the world to Greg Heffley—a slightly awkward, snack-loving underdog who's just trying to survive school, siblings, and social disasters one hilarious entry at a time.

But Jeff isn’t just an author—he’s also a cartoonist, game designer, bookstore owner, and all-around creative genius who knows exactly what makes kids laugh (and groan in total secondhand embarrassment). Since Diary of a Wimpy Kid first hit shelves in 2007, it’s exploded into a worldwide phenomenon with millions of books sold, blockbuster movies, and a whole new generation of readers hooked on hilarious storytelling.

Whether Greg’s dodging bullies, dreaming of fame, or just trying to make it through gym class, Jeff Kinney’s books are packed with laughs, life lessons, and loads of relatable chaos.

If you love your reading with a side of doodles and a big helping of funny, Jeff Kinney is the ultimate go-to guy.