Order to read the Lottie Brooks series
The Lottie Brooks books are best enjoyed in order, as they follow Lottie's journey through the ups and downs of her life, with each book building on the events and characters of the first one. That said, Katie Kirby writes the books in a way that provides eough context for readers to jump in at any point and still enjoy Lottie's hilariously relatable adventures.
Book 1: The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks (2021)
Why we love it:
- From school crushes and friendship drama to feeling out of place, Lottie’s experiences mirror the challenges many young readers face, making her story comforting and relatable.
- The mix of text and doodles makes it visually appealing, especially for readers who love books like Dork Diaries.
The first book in the Lottie Brooks series by Katie Kirby is a hilarious diary-style novel following 12-year-old Lottie as she navigates the chaos of starting secondary school. Left adrift after her best friend moves away, Lottie faces the perils of crushes, frenemies, and fitting in—compounded by her insecurities about bras, hair, and growing up. Filled with laugh-out-loud moments, doodles, and heartfelt lessons, the book captures the awkward yet endearing journey of adolescence. Perfect for fans of Dork Diaries and Diary of a Wimpy Kid.
Book 2: The Catastrophic Friendship Tales of Lottie Brooks (2022)
Why we love it:
- Lottie’s hilarious mishaps and witty commentary make the book entertaining and fun to read.
- The story explores common struggles like jealousy, feeling left out, and navigating friendships, which many readers can relate to.
The Catastrophic Friendship Tales of Lottie Brooks) by Katie Kirby follows 12-year-old Lottie as she faces new challenges in school and friendships. When a new girl, Indiana, becomes close with Lottie’s best friend Jess, Lottie struggles with jealousy and feeling left out. Balancing crushes, family chaos, and embarrassing moments, she learns the value of communication and true friendship. Filled with humour, doodles, and relatable mishaps, this sequel captures the ups and downs of growing up.
Book 3: The Mega-Complicated Crushes of Lottie Brooks (2022)
Why we love it:
- It's a comforting, funny read that reassures readers they're not alone in the awkwardness of growing up.
- Beneath the laughs, Lottie learns valuable lessons about honesty, self-confidence, and staying true to herself.
12-year-old Lottie navigates the chaos of crushes and growing up in book three: The Mega-Complicated Crushes of Lottie Brooks. When her crush, Daniel, asks her out, Lottie is thrilled but overwhelmed by the pressures of “dating.” Things get messier when her friend Ethan starts acting differently. With Valentine’s Day approaching, Lottie juggles school drama, embarrassing moments, and self-discovery. Through her signature doodle-filled diary entries, Lottie learns valuable lessons about honesty, confidence, and being true to herself. The book humorously tackles the confusing emotions of first crushes and “dating,” something many young readers will be curious about or experiencing themselves.
Book 4: Lottie Brooks Totally Disastrous School-Trip (2023)
Why we love it:
- The story tackles common challenges like peer pressure, school drama, and embarrassing moments in a way that feels authentic and comforting.
- The doodle-filled pages and casual tone make it fun and visually engaging, especially with the mishaps of a school trip!
The fourth instalment of the series brings fresh chaos. Lottie embarks on a chaotic school trip filled with mishaps, drama, and plenty of giggles. From bunking with her frenemies to surviving embarrassing moments and crush complications, Lotties's adventure is as awkward as ever. Book four in the Lottie Brooks series captures the highs and lows of school life and the importance of navigating friendships, resolving conflict, and working together — even with people you may not get along with.
Book 5: Lottie Brooks The Completely Chaotic Christmas (2023)
Why we love it:
- Lottie’s Christmas is filled with the kinds of hilarious family mishaps, gift mix-ups, and holiday stress that many readers can relate to, making it both funny and comforting.
- This holiday special is equal parts festive, funny, and meaningful.
From family chaos and friendship drama to a school Secret Santa gone wrong, Lottie’s Christmas is anything but smooth in The Completely Chaotic Christmas of Lottie Brooks by Katie Kirby. Christmas is Lottie’s favourite time of year, but her excitement about the holidays quickly turns into chaos when her family decides to host Christmas at their house. Between her embarrassing parents, her younger siblings causing mayhem, and her mum’s over-the-top festive planning, Lottie struggles to keep her cool. To make things even more complicated, Lottie is determined to impress her crush at the school Christmas party. However, a series of mishaps—including an unfortunate incident with a Christmas jumper—leave Lottie wishing she could hide under the mistletoe. Fans of the series will adore this holiday-themed instalment, as it captures the magic, mishaps, and emotions of Christmas in the wonderfully chaotic way only Lottie can!
Book 6: The Majorly Awkward BFF Dramas of Lottie Brooks (2024)
Why we love it:
- The book is fast-paced with something chaotic happening on almost every page.
- The inclusion of Lottie’s family, especially the addition of a mischievous pet, makes the story feel more real and relatable, showing the chaos that comes with family life.
In The Majorly Awkward BFF Dramas of Lottie Brooks, Lottie’s life is a whirlwind of relationship and friendship chaos. After becoming an official couple with Daniel, Lottie faces Amber’s jealousy, which leads to an over-the-top "boyfriend audition." Meanwhile, Jess grapples with revealing her feelings about a school crush of the same gender. At home, Lottie’s family gets a mischievous new dog, Pot Noodle, adding more stress to her already packed life. As Lottie struggles to balance her boyfriend, friends, and family, she learns just how difficult it is to keep everyone happy. The book mixes humour and relatable struggles, making it a firm favourite with young readers.
Book 7: Lottie Brooks's Essential Guide to Life (2024)
Why we love it:
- The book is filled with activities, quizzes, and creative prompts that allow readers to actively participate.
- Lottie encourages readers to reflect on their own lives, offering them space to write, draw, and explore their thoughts.
Lottie Brooks’s Essential Guide to Life is an interactive activity book that invites readers to join Lottie in navigating the ups and downs of tween life. In this special guide, Lottie, having shared her embarrassing moments in previous books, flips the script by giving readers a chance to write their own diaries. The book is packed with fun activities like quizzes, "Would You Rather" questions, and creative prompts to design snacks or dream drinks. It also offers Lottie's advice on everything from school and crushes to friendships and—naturally—snacks.
The book includes space for readers to sketch, write, and reflect, making it an engaging and personal experience. Plus, there are special sections from Lottie’s friends Jess and Amber, and some cringe-worthy (yet hilarious) guidance from Lottie's mum about "the journey to womanhood."
The interactive format and relatable moments from Lottie’s world, filled with humour and insight, make this guide a fun tool for young readers to explore their own thoughts and experiences, much like Lottie does in her diaries
Happy Reading!
There you have it, every book in the Lottie Brooks book series in the order to read them. For the full experience of Lottie's growth, friendships, and the running jokes that evolve over time, starting from the first book is ideal. But if you happen to pick up a later instalment first, you can still dive into her world and have a great time catching up on earlier books later!
If you love the stories of Lottie Brooks, you can find similar titles with Rachel Renee Russell's Dork Diaries books in order or expand your child’s reading repertoire with Diary of a Wimpy Kids books in order.
Enjoy!
