If you’ve ever laughed, cringed, and cheered alongside a character while flipping through diary-style pages, chances are Lottie Brooks has already stolen your heart. Created by Katie Kirby, The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks series has become a must-read for tweens and teens—and honestly, anyone who remembers the chaos of growing up.
Whether you’re a new fan or looking to read the books in order, this guide has you covered.
📚 Lottie Brooks Books in Order
Here’s the complete list of Lottie Brooks books in publication order:
- The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks (2021)
- Meet 11¾-year-old Lottie as she battles new schools, friendships, bras (!), and the horror of growing up.
- Lottie Brooks’ Totally Disastrous School-Trip (2021 – World Book Day Special)
- A short but hilarious mini adventure packed with school trip mayhem and diary drama.
- Lottie Brooks: My Totally Awkward Year (2022)
- Lottie is back, dealing with boys, beauty tips, and even more middle-school madness.
- Lottie Brooks: The Mixed-Up Summer of Lottie Brooks (2022)
- Join Lottie on her first (and painfully awkward) holiday without her parents.
- Lottie Brooks: The Mum Situation (2023)
- When her mum gets a job, Lottie’s life gets even messier—and funnier.
- Lottie Brooks: The Secret Social Media Life of Lottie Brooks (2024)
- As social media enters the picture, Lottie navigates likes, followers, and staying true to herself.
💡 Why Kids (and Parents) Love Lottie Brooks
- Relatable and Real: Lottie captures the hilarious highs and lows of pre-teen life with diary entries full of honesty, doodles, and dramatic flair.
- Perfect for Wimpy Kid Fans: If your child loved Diary of a Wimpy Kid, this series is a brilliant next step—especially for readers aged 9–13.
- Trusted by Parents: Written by mum and author Katie Kirby (also known for her blog Hurrah for Gin), the series balances humor with heart and important life lessons.
Fun Fact: The first Lottie Brooks book was one of the best-selling children’s books in the UK in 2021.
✅ Final Thoughts
The Lottie Brooks series is more than just a bunch of funny diary entries—it’s a growing-up guide wrapped in comedy, chaos, and charm. Whether you’re looking for your next bedtime read or a gift for a tween, starting from book one ensures you’ll laugh and cringe along with Lottie every step of the way.
📥 Ready to Dive In?
Start with The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks and experience the awkward, awesome journey from the very beginning. Happy reading!
