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I Funny
James Patterson

I Funny

Quick Answer

Start with "I Funny" to begin the I Funny Series (Middle Grade). It is the essential series starter and provides the necessary foundation for the rest of the books.

Quick Verdict

✅ Safe to read now (Series Entry Point)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: This is the essential series starter that introduces the James Patterson's core world and character arcs. It is required reading for all new fans.

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<b>In James Patterson's heartwarming #1 <i>New York Times </i>bestseller, middle schooler Jamie Grimm faces bullying and self-doubt as he chases his dream to become the world's greatest comedian.</b><br>Jamie Grimm is a middle schooler on a mission: he wants to become the world's greatest standup comedian, even if he doesn't have a lot to laugh about these days. He's new in town and stuck living with his aunt, uncle, and their evil son Stevie, a bully who doesn't let Jamie's wheelchair stop him from messing with Jamie as much as possible.<br>But Jamie doesn't let his situation get him down. When his Uncle Frankie mentions a contest called The Planet's Funniest Kid Comic, Jamie knows he has to enter. But are the judges only rewarding him out of pity because of his wheelchair, like Stevie suggests? Will Jamie ever share the secret of his troubled past instead of hiding behind his comedy act?<br>Following the bestselling success of the hilarious <i>Middle School, The Worst Years of My Life</i>, James Patterson continues to dish out the funnies in another highly-illustrated, heartfelt middle school story. <br>
Next Recommended Book

I Even Worse

Book #2 of 4 in Series

Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

Chronological Order

May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.

Order Confidence

high Confidence

Why this order?

Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for I Funny Series (Middle Grade) conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading I Funny?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read I Funny before other books in the series?

Yes, I Funny is the first book in the series and is the ideal starting point for new readers.

Is I Funny required reading for the I Funny Series (Middle Grade)?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after I Funny in the reading order?

The next recommended book after I Funny is I Even Worse (Book #2).