Dork Diaries 13

Dork Diaries 13 continues the beloved series through the diary entries of Nikki Maxwell, a 14-year-old navigating the ups and downs of middle school. In this installment, Nikki's elaborate birthday party plans are jeopardized by her mom's strict budget. As she grapples with disappointment, unexpected twists, including her younger sister's entrepreneurial efforts and help from a surprising character, lead to a birthday she'll never forget. The book addresses themes of friendship, self-esteem, problem-solving, and dealing with social challenges like bullying, all presented in a highly engaging, illustrated diary format that appeals to middle-grade readers aged 10-14.

It’s Nikki Maxwell’s birthday!! Will it be a blast or a bust? Find out in Nikki’s newest diary, the thirteenth installment in the #1 New York Times blockbuster bestselling Dork Diaries series! Nikki and her BFFs Chloe and Zoey have been planning a birthday party of epic proportions! There’s just one problem—Nikki’s mom says no way to the budget they need to make it happen. Nikki’s ready to call the whole thing off, but some surprising twists might take that decision out of her hands, and help comes from the person Nikki would least expect. One way or another, this will be a birthday that Nikki will never forget!