#dork diaries zoey

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2 Nicole's meeting face 2 face

This is the craziest crossover iv'e ever drawn istg but it's def worth it.

[sanyu-thewitch05]

Zoey was supposed to be/are black?!

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i have no caption for this

[maslosstuff]

One is old and the other is recent

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Nikki Maxwell from Dork Diaries is a girlgender deminonbinary biromantic bi lesbian!

Zoey Franklin is an intersex agender bennetian sapphic!

Chloe Garcia is a feminine cisgenderqueer bisexual sapphic lesbian!

Mackenzie Hollister is a femme lesbian and has a crush on Nikki!

Brandon Roberts is a bisexual trans guy!

dni link

[iamstuckinthevoid]

Got bored asf last night and started reading dork diaries in AM's voice

It kinda works tho

[larkspur777]

Dork Diaries: my thoughts on Book 16

I just finished Book 16 yesterday and I was so pleasantly surprised! It's probably one of my favourite books in the series! (Spoilers ahead!)

My thoughts:

-I think it was a realistic scenario that Nikki was going through about her insecurities. With Chloe and Zoey branching out into new activities and making new friends, I can understand why Nikki would be feeling the way that she was. Especially since they're going to be starting at a new school.

-I like how this book was more grounded in reality as opposed to fantastical situations like getting a TV show, touring with a band, etc.

-I like how the headphones situation showed that doing the right thing (i.e., helping the store employee not get trampled) ended up benefiting Nikki and Zoey in the end. (Instead of the whole "no good deed goes unpunished" thing.)

-I really loved Brianna's POV. Even though she's supposed to be the "bratty" little sister, I find her less annoying than Nikki lol. And it was just so refreshing to get to hear from a different character. (I also loved Book 9 with MacKenzie's POV.)

-The emergency was actually kind of serious and I liked the change in tone. I knew as soon as it mentioned the right-side pain that it was going to turn out to be appendicitis! So I liked how that clue was thrown in there. And there was something morbidly funny about Brianna wreaking havoc on Nikki's phone/diary while Nikki was going through a medical crisis. And everyone being annoyed with Nikki when she was in dire distress.

-MacKenzie visits the hospital to make sure Nikki is okay. Though she makes up some lame excuse about being there as Brandon's emotional support. Don't lie MacKenzie! You were totally there for Nikki!

-I think the authors must be self aware about some of the stuff being said about the series, based off a few things in this book, as well as the last book.

Anyways, I'm really hopeful for Book 17. I think the series is on a good trajectory here!

[atlasofearth]

graduating next year and all i want is a dork diaries short story where nicki chloe and zoey graduate

[cutechickdgaming]

making this budget picrew Zoey about to shoot people with arrows in the wilderness and saying "Bad to the bone" while listening to

average day in cutechickd's life

[vmprchn]

☆Here is my first week of Cute Girltober☆

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Sorry to post this late, but hey at least I got first week done yay!! Now I gotta work on second week (pray for me y'all)

Anyway I'm really proud of these drawing they're all cute in their own special way hehe!!

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[cutechickdgaming]

OMG IT'S HER

kinda diff from my usual content, but zoey from dork diaries!! literally my childhood book series

[cloudyskies-starryheavens]

Dork Diaries: Tales from a Not-So-Popular Party Girl

by Rachel Renee Russell

Basic Info

Book 2 of the Dork Diaries Series Year published: 2010 Page Length: 279 Genre: Realistic Fiction, Comedy Goodreads Link

Personal Info

Dates Read: 7/24/24-8/6/24 Read or Listened to?: Read How many times have I read this book before?: 1

Plot Summary (Spoiler Free)

Nikki Maxwell is back for October! She's still trying to make her way through eighth grade, and this month, she's excited to go to the annual Halloween dance! Maybe her crush, Brandon, will ask her to go with him?

Overall Impression

I liked this book! I think this was a great follow up for the first book, and we really get a chance to expand on the world and characters of Dork Diaries. MacKenzie is as mean and conniving as always, and you can expect a ton of drama in this installation. While it's not my favorite Dork Diary, this one still has a lot to offer!

Full spoiler review under the cut!

Plot Notes:

Character Notes: Nikki: - Bio: Nikki is an awkward, self proclaimed "dork" just trying to make her way through middle school. She loves art and writing in her diary, and would prefer to just keep her head down. She is our main character and we are reading from her diary. - How I Feel About Her: I like Nikki! I love her zany, drama-filled life and I love that we get to hear about everything through her voice.

Chloe & Zoey: - Bio: Chloe and Zoey are Nikki's best friends. They're also dorks in their own ways, and the three of them make a pretty good team! - How I Feel About Them: Chloe and Zoey are good supporting characters. They're both pretty silly and don't have a ton of depth or anything to their characters, but they still work pretty well for this kind of story.

Brandon: - Bio: Brandon is Nikki's crush. He's a sweet, handsome guy who likes photography and working for the school newspaper. MacKenzie also has a crush on him, but he doesn't return feelings for her. - How I Feel About Him: I also really like Brandon! He's just a totally sweet guy, and I can totally see why Nikki likes him. At the end, where he's comforting Nikki, is so cute! Usually I'm against shipping kids, but I do really like the idea of them having a cutesy little flirty, blushy relationship or something! I'm also totally here to watch their relationship develop!

MacKenzie: - Bio: MacKenzie is the most popular girl in school and also Nikki's chronic bully and sworn enemy. She's a stereotypical stuck-up blonde rich girl who delights in making Nikki's life miserable. She's the main antagonist of the series. - How I Feel About Her: I love to hate MacKenzie. The stuff she comes up with to thwart Nikki is always absolutely diabolical.

What I Liked/What Worked: I really liked that they didn't drag out the whole Brandon-asking-Nikki-to-the-dance thing. I was prepared for it to be a "will they won't they" kind of thing where Nikki is just totally oblivious to Brandon's attempts to ask her out and continue to find ways to stop him from actually doing it until the last minute. But I was pleasantly surprised to see that he does ask her out! And it's before the halfway mark, even! I can understand it from a narrative perspective, though, as Nikki needs a motivation to plan the Halloween party and go through with it. But yeah, it's just one of those tropes that I've seen so many times where the main character is oblivious to the love interest liking them back and the writer drags it all out for as long as possible. So I was more than happy for this change of pace! I also loved the way how the story flowed. I'd like to restate what I said in my review of the first book; "The story was paced incredibly well with a great mix of comedic slice-of-life scenes as well as holding a genuine plot." We're introduced to a bunch of ideas and they all come together naturally to form the climax of the story. It's really a very well written story! I also really like the comic on the back of the book, where MacKenzie steals Nikki's "lip gloss" only for it to be super glue! It has nothing to do with the story but it's always been my favorite mini strip of the series.

What I Didn't Like/What Didn't Work: The only issue I really took with this book was just how stressful the finale was. Nikki had to run to the ballet class for a few minutes, come up with an excuse, run to the dance and change costumes, hang out with her friends, run back to the bathroom and change again so she could hang out with Brandon, and then run back off again, the cycle repeats. I was genuinely so stressed reading that part, I was like, physically struggling. And the worst thing is that I kind of know how that feels? I mean, I've never literally been in a situation like that, but I have been noticing lately that I've been trying to bite off more than I can chew and just saying yes to everything even when I can't realistically do everything. So yeah. I know Nikki should have communicated better with everyone, but I also can kind of understand how she felt. Well, I can totally understand how she felt because we're literally reading her thoughts and feelings as she writes them down in her diary. But yeah, it did get to a point where I just felt like something had to give. And then MacKenzie stole Nikki's clothes?! Ack. Yeah, this one was just perhaps a bit too much for me. I just hope that Nikki actually learns her lesson and never does this kind of thing again.

Reading Experience: I love reading these books. They're very easy to just kind of breeze through, and when I actually sit down to read them (I take long gaps between reading bc I get busy with school and stuff), I can suddenly find myself having read a hundred pages. But I remember reading these in 5th grade when I had nothing else better to do than read. I was pounding out some of these books within a matter of a day or two. They're very gripping story-wise, and the font is very easy on the eyes. My short attention span also likes the way the text is broken up as much as it is. Overall it's easy to get sucked into these stories, and they're a pretty quick read if you set aside time for it.

Illustrations: Okay, I'll come out and say it. I'm not a huge fan of the original art style for this book. I love the take that it's Nikki's development as an artist, and that we could see her grow and change with her art style. It really does kind of look like this book was illustrated by a middle schooler. But reading these books with sort of random editions (I get 90% of my books from resale shops and the library) can be pretty jarring. I think I'm also very much used to the newer art style. I did the OMG All About Me Diary for a few years, and all of the art in there is in the newer style. Also I got into this series for the first time in 2015-16 when it had already been out for a while, so I'm sure I was seeing a lot of the updated art around that time. All that to say, I remember the newer stuff the best, so this art in this edition was a little weird for me. I just prefer the more streamlined, consistent style of the newer stuff. Still, I think it's pretty cool that I got my hands on an original copy!

Final Notes

Favorite Parts/Quotes/Passages: The Fairy Repellent scene was pretty funny, and I like the ending when Nikki's plan kind of comes crashing down around her but her friends are still there to support her. It was a nice breath of fresh air after all that stress and drama.

Enjoyability: 8/10

Would I Ever Reread This Book?: Yeah, I think so! It's a nice nostalgia fest as well as being a genuinely good story!

Do I Recommend This Book?: Yes! I recommend this whole series!

Who Would I Recommend This Book To? What Would I Like For Them To Take Away From It?: I'd recommend this series to just about anyone, tbh. I mean, some of the pop culture references may age the book in a way that makes it more difficult to get through with newer audiences (although to be fair I lived under a rock my whole childhood, didn't get hardly any of the pop culture references in these books, and still loved them), but I still think it's worth it. This book (and the series as a whole) is wildly entertaining for all kinds of audiences, and it even offers a few morals as well.

Overall Rating: 8/10

[blossyossyossy]

I'm so glad that they actually made Zoey look black in the new Dork Diaries, God BLESS

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If you're aiming to create books in the Babysitters Club genre, which typically focus on friendship, coming-of-age themes, and relatable adventures, here’s a framework for developing a series inspired by this style.

Series Concept

Title: The Reflection Crew

This series revolves around a group of young people from diverse backgrounds who bond at a community center while volunteering to help families in need. Each book focuses on a different member of the crew, highlighting their personal growth, challenges, and friendships, while tying into a larger theme of empowerment and service.

Key Elements

Core Themes

Friendship: Building strong, supportive relationships.

Diversity: Showcasing characters from various cultural, social, and economic backgrounds.

Growth: Tackling personal challenges like self-esteem, family dynamics, and responsibility.

Empowerment: Encouraging readers to embrace their own strengths and help others.

Setting

A community hub called The Reflection Center, modeled after New Reflections, where kids and teens can volunteer, attend workshops, and participate in fun activities.

Format

Each book focuses on one main character’s perspective while weaving in the others’ stories.

Stories feature personal challenges and group adventures, often tying into the work they do at the Reflection Center.

Main Characters

Amy (The Problem-Solver)

Traits: Organized, reliable, sometimes takes on too much responsibility.

Storyline: Learns to set boundaries while balancing volunteering and family obligations.

Elle (The Creative Dreamer)

Traits: Artistic, imaginative, but struggles with self-doubt.

Storyline: Gains confidence by helping plan an art show for the community.

Ayesha (The Newcomer)

Traits: Curious, resourceful, adjusting to life in a new country.

Storyline: Navigates cultural differences while bonding with the group.

Matt (The Jokester)

Traits: Funny, outgoing, hides insecurities behind humor.

Storyline: Learns to open up about his struggles with dyslexia.

Zoey (The Athlete)

Traits: Competitive, determined, struggles with balancing sports and school.

Storyline: Finds balance and leadership skills by coaching a younger team.

Plot Ideas for the First Few Books

Book 1: Amy's Big Plan

Amy takes charge of organizing a fundraiser for the Reflection Center but struggles with asking for help when things go wrong.

Key Themes: Teamwork, leadership, and letting go of perfectionism.

Book 2: Elle’s Big Canvas

Elle creates a mural for the Reflection Center but fears her work isn’t good enough. The crew helps her see the value of her creativity.

Key Themes: Self-expression, overcoming self-doubt.

Book 3: Ayesha’s New Home

Ayesha helps a family at the center while facing her own homesickness. She learns that building connections can create a new sense of home.

Key Themes: Cultural identity, community building.

Book 4: Matt’s Big Secret

Matt struggles to keep up with his responsibilities due to his reading challenges but finds support from the group.

Key Themes: Honesty, overcoming learning difficulties.

Book 5: Zoey's Tough Choice

Zoey faces pressure to choose between her soccer team and helping coach a kids’ league at the center, ultimately learning the value of giving back.

Key Themes: Time management, mentorship.

Marketing and Appeal

Target Audience:

Ages 8–12 (middle-grade readers).

Fans of series like The Baby-Sitters Club, Dork Diaries, and Real Friends.

Message:

Encourages empathy, teamwork, and problem-solving through relatable characters and heartfelt stories.

Extras:

Include discussion questions at the end of each book.

Offer bonus content, such as “Reflection Crew Tips” for volunteering and community service ideas.

Would you like a sample chapter or help developing the first book in the series?

[maslosstuff]

How I see the Dork diaries characters

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Dork Diaries 15 Thoughts

Alright so I read the latest dork diaries, and while it’s cute. I’m left with more questions than answers. 

When I rereading the series last year, I wrote that I felt by the 10th book, Russell was dragging it out and had lost sense of its original charm. Or I lost my nostalgia. Either way, it is dragging on and this case was no exception. 

There is a minor incident that Nikki overdramatically feels like it’s her fault when it really isn’t a big deal except for the requisite Mackenzie blackmail plot device. Which is never brought up again. 

Nikki and her friends don’t actually go to the titular Paris until halfway through the book as Russell fills it up with other minor incidents and overdramatic airport chaos hysterics.

Paris is great except Mackenzie trying to steal Nikki’s place in the photo-shoot and Brandon-Andre-Nikki love triangle miscommunication. The former is annoying, the latter was predictable but not too bad. The best parts was Nikki’s mistranslation mishap, and she and Mackenzie getting lost in the catacombs. I do like how Russell managed to fit in info of major Parisian sights so kids can learn about how tres chic and amazing it is. I also liked the art style shift in some drawings as Nikki experiments with fashion illustration. 

Now for my questions, and slight disappointments. I feel like the continuity is getting glossed over. Theo who was by far the nerdiest and dorkiest of the band originally (remember Nikki drew him as the human equivalent to Spongebob?), well now he has a glow-up and isn’t it basketball instead of wizarding. Okay, I guess people can change over the year but it feels so sudden in the art and the personality. 

Also the Chloe, Zoey, Theo and Marcus pairings are completely gone. I guess they got over their crushes to each other even though them asking each other out to the Valentines Day dance was so sweet. But nope.

I just miss it, and them being librarian volunteers and Nikki's excitment over Tyra Banks or her advice column and other stuff that made this series feel grounded.

Also I'm just so tired of Mackenzie popping up as an obstacle like her trying to sabotoge Nikki to get a spot in the photoshoot. It makes no sense. Even if Nikki wasn't there, they would replace her with Mackenzie because she's NOT IN THE BAND. It's totally implausible. I know she's rich and gets away with stuff but it's becoming so unrealistic and annoying.

And remember the big secret of Brandon’s parents and his past? I remember it being brought up in books 4 & 5 and it was implied there was a reason that Brandon was so good at french relating to that. This would have been an excellent chance to have some of that mysterious past revealed but nope. Not a word. I actually wonder if Russell forgot about it? 

In fact the whole Brandon and Nikki situation is the most drawn out ever and I’m starting to think that Russell is retconning it to the beginning. Nikki is still wondering if they’re friends or MORE than friends when after being kissed by him, going to the dance with him, his obvious jealousy of Andre, and going on actual dates, I think this position is quite clear. But Russell hits them squarely with the friends phrasing and minor interactions that make me feel she is holding them back. They’ve gone through such big moments and now it feels like they’re regressing, not progressing. 

Know what else is regressing? Even though the whole series is about Nikki’s eighth grade year at school, and this book takes us to the end of Aug, there is absolutely no mention of high school. Unless NY schools work differently, 9th grade should be high school and then this series would be out of items reading demographic and thus an excellent time to finish the series. 

But Nikki only says they’re returning to school, no pressure or worrying about big bad high school. Just school.

So is Russell retconning this too? In her a acknowledgements she says she's excited to introduce a new generation to Nikki's dork dairies so is she going to be an eternal eight grader?

Also Nikki in general has regressed and I feel she has learned nothing about appreciating what she has or freaking communication in general.

Yeah I think I have definately aged out of this since I'm so focused on these questions instead of enjoying it for what it is.