The Zeke Meeks series by D.L. Green, illustrated by Josh Alves, is a funny, fast-paced chapter book series perfect for readers aged 6–9 who enjoy a bit of mischief and a lot of laughs. Zeke Meeks is your average elementary school kid dealing with very real kid problems—bossy girls, embarrassing parents, annoying little sisters, and the never-ending quest to stay cool.
Told in a lively, conversational style with cartoon-style illustrations throughout, each book captures Zeke’s dramatic inner thoughts as he navigates the ups and downs of school and home life. His complaints are exaggerated, his solutions often misguided, and the results are reliably hilarious. Whether he’s stuck on the worst team in school or trying to survive a spelling bee, Zeke’s voice is full of character and relatability.
The series is ideal for newly confident readers looking for short chapters, lots of pictures, and a main character who feels like someone they might know. With its blend of humour, heart, and a healthy dose of chaos, Zeke Meeks is a great choice for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid or Judy Moody.
All the Zeke Meets books in order:
Book 1: Zeke Meeks vs the Stinkin’ Science (2012)
Book 2: Zeke Meeks vs the Horrifying TV-Turnoff Week (2012)
Book 3: Zeke Meeks vs the Putrid Puppet Pals (2012)
Book 4: Zeke Meeks vs the Gruesome Girls (2012)
Book 5: Zeke Meeks vs the Annoying Princess Sing-Along (2014)
Book 6: Zeke Meeks vs the Crummy Class Play (2014)
Book 7: Zeke Meeks vs His Big Phony Cousin (2014)
Book 8: Zeke Meeks vs the Pain-in-the-Neck Pets (2014)
Its a cool book....
