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Despicable Me

Despicable Me Books in Order | Wonderlit

5 books · Chapter Books

Despicable Me is a 5-book series for ages 0–8 by Kirsten Mayer. Each book stands alone — start anywhere.

Where to Start

Start anywhere — each book stands alone.

That said, Undercover Super Spies and The World's Greatest Villain are great first picks.

All Books

No particular order needed — browse and pick what catches your eye.

The World's Greatest Villain

The World's Greatest Villain2010

Undercover Super Spies

Undercover Super Spies2013

The Good, the Bad, and the Yellow

The Good, the Bad, and the Yellow2017

My Dad the Super Villain

My Dad the Super Villain2010

Sleepy Kittens

What This Series Covers

Good vs. Evil Humor Adventure Love & Family Superheroes Robots

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Sleepy Kittens2010

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