Book · 2007 · School stories
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
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In part one of this series, we heard from Kenny, author of The Diary of a Wimpy Kid books, which have sold more than 300 million copies.
Stephen Dubner · Freakonomics Radio · Nov 2025 Listen at 39:07 Why people recommend it
Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney is an internationally bestselling children's book series presented in the comedic format of a middle school student's journal, complete with humorous cartoons. On Freakonomics Radio, host Stephen Dubner discussed the massive commercial success of the publishing phenomenon, noting during an episode update that the books have collectively sold more than 300 million copies worldwide. In another episode of the podcast, Dubner formally introduced Jeff Kinney as the creator and author of the series, engaging both child readers and parents who are familiar with the humorous misadventures of the protagonist, Greg Heffley. These mentions underscore the extraordinary cultural footprint and widespread popularity of Kinney's work in contemporary literature. By capturing the awkward realities of growing up through relatable humor and distinctive illustrations, the series has cemented its place as a modern staple of children's publishing, celebrated by podcast hosts and literary commentators alike for its remarkable ability to engage young readers across generations.
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Stephen Dubner In part one of this series, we heard from Kenny, author of The Diary of a Wimpy Kid books, which have sold… 2
“In part one of this series, we heard from Kenny, author of The Diary of a Wimpy Kid books, which have sold more than 300 million copies.”
“and I'm the author of The dire of a Wimpy Kid series now for those who are children or have children who have read those books”
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“and you know they say that on any given deal at least one smaller publisher will often compete and that some of the biggest authors in the country are not published by the big five like someone like Jeff Kenny for example who writes Diary of a Wimpy Kid series was published by Abrams”