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A laugh-out-loud descent into domestic chaos where every attempt at improvement only makes things hilariously worse. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with Wrecking Ball.
- chaotic
- lighthearted
- silly
- frenetic
- 01
The wimpy kid movie diary
Jeff Kinney
A hilarious, fast-paced backstage pass that reveals the messy, magical process of turning a beloved stick-figure world into a live-action movie.
- 02
Hard Luck
Jeff Kinney
A hilarious, highly visual dive into the chaotic, awkward reality of middle school friendships and the desperate lengths we go to when feeling left behind.
- 03
Dork Diaries
Rachel Renee Russell
A highly visual, laugh-out-loud survival guide to the chaotic, crush-filled, and deeply embarrassing world of middle school.
- 04
The Brilliant World of Tom Gates
Liz Pichon
A highly visual, laugh-out-loud romp through the chaotic mind of a master doodler and excuse-maker.
- 05
Epic Big Nate
Lincoln Peirce
A massive, laugh-out-loud celebration of middle school chaos and unshakeable childhood confidence.
- 06
Horrid Henry's Underpants
Simon, Francesca; Ross, Tony & Miranda Richardson
A gleefully chaotic romp through the mind of a delightfully unapologetic troublemaker.
- 07
Dog Man
Dav Pilkey
A zany, laugh-out-loud comic adventure that hides a surprisingly tender core of friendship and redemption beneath layers of slapstick chaos.
- 08
Ramona Forever
Beverly Cleary · 1985
A warm, funny, and deeply empathetic look at the messy, beautiful reality of growing up and dealing with family changes.
- 09
Tom Gates
Liz Pichon
A hilarious, doodle-filled romp through the chaotic, highly distractible mind of a creative kid trying to survive school and family.
- 10
Cat Kid Comic Club
Dav Pilkey
A wildly inventive, laugh-out-loud celebration of making messy art and finding your own creative voice.
- 11
The Midnight Gang
David Walliams
A cheeky, heartwarming celebration of nighttime mischief and the power of imagination to transform the bleakest of places.
- 12
Big Nate Greatest Hits
Lincoln Peirce
A rapid-fire dose of middle-school chaos fueled by unearned confidence and hilarious detentions.
