Rachel Renee Russell is an American children's book author best known for writing the 'Dork Diaries' book series. The series focuses on the daily life of 14-year-old Nikki Maxwell, who is a self-proclaimed dork trying to survive middle school with her friends and crush, Brandon.
Rachel Renee Russell was born on December 11, 1959, in Michigan, USA
Prior to becoming an author, Russell worked as an attorney.
She came up with the idea for the 'Dork Diaries' series when her two daughters were in middle school and struggling to find books they could relate to.
The first 'Dork Diaries' book, titled 'Tales from a Not-So-Fabulous Life', was published in 2009 and became a bestseller.
As of 2021, there are 15 books in the series and it has sold over 30 million copies worldwide.
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The first book in the 'Dork Diaries' series introduces readers to Nikki Maxwell and her struggles in middle school.
The latest book in the 'Dork Diaries' series features Nikki and her friends on a school trip to Paris.
The 'Dork Diaries' series is generally recommended for ages 9-13, but it can be enjoyed by readers of all ages.
While the series is based on Russell's two daughters' experiences in middle school, the characters and events are fictional.
As of 2021, there are 15 books in the 'Dork Diaries' series.
There has been no official movie adaptation of the 'Dork Diaries' series, but there have been discussions about making one in the future.
If you like 'Dork Diaries', you might also enjoy the 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' series by Jeff Kinney or the 'Middle School' series by James Patterson.
