“Diary of a Wimpy Kid” is a popular book series written and illustrated by Jeff Kinney. The series, which began in 2007, follows the misadventures of middle-schooler Greg Heffley. The books are presented in a diary format with hand-written notes and simple drawings. The main series includes 17 books as of 2023, starting with “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” and ending with “Diper Överlöde.” Additionally, there are spin-off books and special editions. The series has been adapted into several live-action and animated films, including four live-action movies released between 2010 and 2017, and animated films on Disney+ starting in 2021. Jeff Kinney, born in 1971 in Maryland, USA, initially aspired to be a newspaper cartoonist. He began developing “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” in 1998, eventually publishing it online before its print debut. Kinney’s series has achieved massive global success, translated into numerous languages and selling millions of copies worldwide. His work has earned him several awards and recognition as one of Time magazine’s most influential people.