Dork Diaries Books Jun 2026

In addition to the main series, Russell has released interactive journals and a companion series for younger readers:

The Dork Diaries books are also notable for their illustrations. Carlos Saldanha's cartoon-style drawings add a visual element to the series, making it feel more like a graphic novel than a traditional diary. The illustrations are humorous, expressive, and help to bring Nikki's personality to life.

(2012) – Nikki joins the school newspaper staff to keep tabs on MacKenzie's gossip column. dork diaries books

Continues with adventures like an advice column and a Paris trip.

Nikki acts, talks, and feels like a real middle schooler. In addition to the main series, Russell has

Dork Diaries: Tales from a Not-So-Dorky Drama Queen (Book 9)

For those who missed the hype, the series by follows Nikki as she navigates the highs and lows of being the "dork" at Westchester Country Day. Think Diary of a Wimpy Kid energy, but with more glitter, doodles, and high-stakes drama with mean girl MacKenzie Hollister. Why it’s a total classic: (2012) – Nikki joins the school newspaper staff

, introducing Nikki's rivalry with "Queen Bee" MacKenzie Hollister and her crush on Brandon Roberts. : Recent books include Book 16: Tales from a NOT-SO-Bratty Little Sister (released late 2024) and Book 15: Tales from a Not-So-Posh Paris Adventure Special Editions : A brand-new Full-Color Edition of Book 1

Nikki’s other best friend. Zoey is highly intelligent, literary-minded, and acts as the logical "therapist" of the group, often quoting self-help books to solve their problems.

: The lovable, clumsy art enthusiast and self-proclaimed "dork."

The books are packed with hilarious doodles and comic strips that make reading feel like scrolling through a really well-drawn Instagram story [30, 42].