Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Getaway By Jeff Kinney

About the Book

Greg Heffley’s family is done with a cold, stressful Christmas at home, so they pack their bags for a tropical island getaway instead. What’s supposed to be a relaxing family holiday quickly turns into sunburns, stomach troubles, and a run-in with some seriously unwelcome wildlife.

About the Author

Jeff Kinney is a #1 New York Times bestselling author known worldwide for the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, which has sold over 250 million copies globally. He is a six-time Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award winner and was named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World. Jeff also created Poptropica and now runs a bookstore called An Unlikely Story in New England.

Who Is This Book For?

This book is perfect for kids aged 8 and up who love funny stories, comic-style illustrations, and relatable family chaos. It’s also a great pick for parents looking for a book that turns reluctant readers into eager ones.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Getaway good for beginner readers?
Yes, this Jeff Kinney book mixes simple text with cartoon illustrations, making it one of the best diary of a wimpy kid paperback picks for reluctant or beginner readers.

What number book is The Getaway in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series?
The Getaway is book 12 in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney, following Double Down and coming before The Meltdown.

Do I need to read the other Wimpy Kid books first?
No, each Diary of a Wimpy Kid book, including The Getaway, works as a standalone story, so kids can jump in without reading the earlier books first.