27 books · Ages 7–13 · Graphic Novels, Young Adult, Middle Grade
Lincoln Peirce's Big Nate combines the illustrated diary format with genuine comic strip craft. Nate Wright is an artist, a dreamer, and the kind of kid who is always one bad decision away from detention. The series spans novels, comic compilations, and activity books.
Where to Start
Start anywhere — each book stands alone.
That said, Big Nate: Release the Hounds! and Big Nate: In a Class by Himself are great first picks.
All Books
No particular order needed — browse and pick what catches your eye.
