3 Reasons Why You Should Read Really Rubie: A Diary by Maddie Frost

3 Reasons Why You Should Read Really Rubie: A Diary by Maddie Frost

What’s the book about?

An instant New York Times bestseller!

“I think I just might die. Riley called this morning, aka the DAY BEFORE we leave for camp, to tell me SHE CAN’T GO. She broke her ankle. So now I have to go alone. All I know is, I’d better pack more notebooks, because I plan on never leaving my cabin. EVER.”

Packed with the laugh-out-loud fun of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, the empowering friendships of The Babysitters Club, and the hilarious and cringe-worthy moments of Dork Diaries – the perfect summer read for 8-12 year olds.

Rubie can’t wait to go to summer camp for the very first time. She and her best friend, Riley, are going to have an ENTIRE MONTH TOGETHER! Then Riley drops the bombshell that she can’t go. Now Rubie has to go all by herself and stay in a cabin full of girls she doesn’t know. EEK! But going solo, Rubie might just make a new BFF, break out of her shell, and even meet a boy… What’s for sure is that camp will be more eventful than Rubie ever thought it could be – with more drama than she ever imagined!

Recommended for: Ages 8-12

Three reasons to read it:

  1. It’s an instant New York Times bestseller for good reason. Told in diary form with animated black-and-white doodles on every page, this is the kind of book that turns pages themselves into a visual treat, and it’s already proving itself with the wide, enthusiastic readership that comes with genuine word-of-mouth success.
  2. It hits the sweet spot between three beloved favourites. With the laugh-out-loud fun of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, the empowering friendships of The Babysitters Club, and the cringe-worthy charm of Dork Diaries, this is a book that already knows exactly who its audience is and delivers everything they love about the genre.
  3. It’s a warm, reassuring read for kids anxious about new experiences. Facing camp completely alone, without her best friend by her side, is Rubie’s worst fear come true — but the story shows kids that stepping outside your comfort zone can lead to unexpected friendships and growth. It’s funny, frank, and exactly the kind of book that turns a nervous reader into a confident one.

Buy a copy of Really Rubie: A Diary here.

Publisher details

Really Rubie: A Diary
Author
Maddie Frost
Released
01 July, 2026
ISBN
9781529534078

Synopsis

An instant New York Times bestseller!"I think I just might die. Riley called this morning, aka the DAY BEFORE we leave for camp, to tell me SHE CAN'T GO. She broke her ankle. So now I have to go alone. All I know is, I'd better pack more notebooks, because I plan on never leaving my cabin. EVER."Packed with the laugh-out-loud fun of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, the empowering friendships of The Babysitter's Club, and the hilarious and cringe-worthy moments of Dork Diaries - the perfect summer read for 8-12 year olds.Rubie can’t wait to go to summer camp for the very first time. She and her best friend, Riley, are going to have an ENTIRE MONTH TOGETHER!Then Riley drops the bombshell that she can’t go. Now Rubie has to go all by herself and stay in a cabin full of girls she doesn’t know. EEK!But going solo, Rubie might just make a new BFF, break out of her shell, and even meet a boy… What’s for sure is that camp will be more eventful than Rubie ever thought it could be - with more drama than she ever imagined!
Maddie Frost
About the author

Maddie Frost

Maddie Frost is an author-illustrator from New England, who lives outside of Boston. She has illustrated many different picture books including her own. She loves using humour in her art or writing because she’s always believed that silliness is very important! Her work is made from handmade texture that has been scanned and digitally pieced together. You can find her online at maddie-frost.com.

Books by Maddie Frost

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