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The Dork Diaries

Ongoing series · 16 books

About this series

Nikki Maxwell chronicles her middle school life in this graphic novel series. She navigates friendships, crushes, and rivalries, all while trying to fit in and avoid dorkdom. Readers will enjoy Nikki's humorous diary entries and illustrations.

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the recommended reading order for The Dork Diaries series?

    The Dork Diaries books are best read in publication order to follow Nikki Maxwell's ongoing story and character development chronologically. While each book has a self-contained plot, there are overarching storylines and character relationships that evolve across the series.

  • Is there a Dork Diaries movie or TV show?

    As of my last update, there is no official movie or TV series adaptation of The Dork Diaries books. The series remains primarily in its original graphic novel diary format.

  • Are there any spin-off series related to Dork Diaries?

    The Dork Diaries series focuses exclusively on Nikki Maxwell's experiences, and there are no direct spin-off series featuring other characters from her world. The author, Rachel Renée Russell, also writes The Misadventures of Max Crumbly series, which shares a similar diary-style format and middle school setting.