Big Nate Books in Order
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American book series and comic strip by Lincoln Peirce
Publication order
In the order the books were originally released.
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Buy on AmazonBig Nate - In a Class by Himself
2010 · Lincoln Peirce
Nate Wright is a middle school student who is extremely confident. In the novel by Lincoln Peirce, he manages to get detention from every one of his…
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Buy on Amazon2010 · Lincoln Peirce
Big Nate is stuck with Gina, his all-time enemy, on a class project for his least favorite teacher, Mrs Godfrey, aka Godzilla. Gina also ends up on…
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Buy on Amazon2011 · Lincoln Peirce
Big Nate: On a Roll is a fiction novel by American cartoonist Lincoln Peirce, based on his comic strip Big Nate. It is the third book in the Big Nate…
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Buy on Amazon2012 · Lincoln Peirce
Big Nate Goes for Broke is a 2012 realistic fiction novel by American cartoonist Lincoln Peirce, based on his Big Nate comic strip. It is the fourth…
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Buy on Amazon2013 · Lincoln Peirce
Big Nate: Flips Out is a children's fiction novel written and illustrated by American cartoonist Lincoln Peirce, the fifth book in the Big Nate novel…
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Buy on Amazon2014 · Lincoln Peirce
Big Nate: In the Zone is a children's novel by American cartoonist Lincoln Peirce, based on the comic strip Big Nate. It is the sixth book in the Big…
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Buy on Amazon2015 · Lincoln Peirce
P.S. 38 is being renovated, so Nate's class is bused to a new building, and a friendly exchange student named Breckenridge Puffington III arrives.…
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Buy on Amazon2016 · Lincoln Peirce
Big Nate Blasts Off is a 2016 book written by Lincoln Peirce. It is the successor to Big Nate Lives It Up and the final book in the novel series.…
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Companion & related books
Related titles and editions that sit outside the main numbered order.
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Buy on Amazon1992 · Lincoln Peirce
Nate navigates the social chaos of elementary school life, facing the typical challenges of friendship, bullies, and growing up. His overconfident…
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Big Nate - All Work and No Play
2012 · Lincoln Peirce
A Big Nate comic collection chronicling Nate's never-ending grind of homework, detention, and dodging chores, all while insisting he's too talented…
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Buy on AmazonBig Nate -- Dibs on This Chair
2013 · Lincoln Peirce
Nate stakes his claim on the perfect chair and stubbornly defends it against all comers, turning a simple piece of furniture into the center of an…
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Buy on Amazon2013 · Lincoln Peirce
This comic compilation leans into Nate's belief in his own brilliance as he tackles school challenges his own way. The strips chronicle his clever…
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Buy on AmazonBig Nate - I Smell a Pop Quiz!
2008 · Lincoln Peirce
This collection of Big Nate comic strips follows Nate through the everyday misadventures of sixth grade, from pop quizzes and detentions to scheming…
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2013 · Lincoln Peirce
Nate dives into summer fun at a pool or camp setting, where his enthusiasm and competitive nature create hilarious clashes with friends and…
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Big Nate -- Pray for a Fire Drill
2013 · Lincoln Peirce
An activity and comic book full of Big Nate games, puzzles, and strips themed around escaping the boredom of school. Readers join Nate in wishing for…
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Buy on Amazon2011 · Lincoln Peirce
An activity book packed with Big Nate-themed puzzles, games, doodles, and comics. Fans get to draw, solve, and laugh their way through challenges…
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Buy on AmazonBig Nate - Great Minds Think Alike
2013 · Lincoln Peirce
A Big Nate comic compilation that pairs Nate with friends and rivals in schemes, sports, and classroom showdowns. The strips play up Nate's…
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Buy on Amazon2013 · Lincoln Peirce
A Big Nate comic collection capturing Nate at his most exasperated, pushed to the limit by teachers, siblings, and bad luck. The everyday…
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Buy on Amazon2014 · Lincoln Peirce
A Big Nate comic collection packed with jokes, gags, and laugh-out-loud strips starring Nate and the P.S. 38 gang. The humor comes fast as Nate…
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Buy on Amazon2014 · Lincoln Peirce
This comic compilation follows Nate's quest to be seen as cool and well-liked at school, despite his constant run-ins with teachers and rivals. His…
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Buy on Amazon2011 · Lincoln Peirce
This comic compilation spotlights Nate alongside his best friends Francis and Teddy as they navigate school, sports, and scheming together. The…
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Buy on Amazon2012 · Lincoln Peirce
An activity book bursting with Big Nate puzzles, mazes, trivia, and drawing prompts. Readers join Nate and friends for a blast of games and…
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Buy on Amazon2015 · Lincoln Peirce
Big Nate Greatest Hits is a collection of comic strips from the Big Nate franchise, featuring the humorous adventures of Nate Wright and his friends.…
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Buy on Amazon2011 · Lincoln Peirce
A collection of Big Nate comic strips showcasing Nate's loud personality as he battles homework, teachers, and rivals while declaring himself…
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Buy on AmazonBig Nate, say good-bye to dork city
2015 · Lincoln Peirce
A Big Nate comic compilation following Nate's efforts to shake off his dork reputation and prove he's cooler than people think. His self-image…
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Buy on Amazon2015 · Lincoln Peirce
An activity book filled with Big Nate drawing exercises, doodle prompts, and comics. Readers sketch and scribble their way through challenges…
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Buy on AmazonBig Nate - Welcome to my World
2012 · Lincoln Peirce
Nate welcomes readers into his world with a humorous personal tour, showcasing his singular perspective on school, friends, and the ridiculous…
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Buy on Amazon2013 · Lincoln Peirce
This third Big Nate activity book offers a variety of new puzzles and games for fans of all ages. It includes crossword puzzles, mazes, and creative…
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the Big Nate books in?
Publication order — Widely recommended by readers and reflected in publisher (HarperCollins/Andrews McMeel) and bookseriesinorder listings Start with “Big Nate - In a Class by Himself.”
How many books are in the Big Nate series?
We list 53 books by Lincoln Peirce , published between 1992–2024.
Where can I buy the Big Nate books?
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