There’s nothing quite like a funny middle grade book – the kind that makes you snort-laugh in public, grin through the gross bits, and discover that even the spookiest or strangest adventures can leave you giggling.

The Super Life of Ben Braver – Marcus Emerson

When Ben accidentally lands in a secret school for kids with superpowers, his hilarious attempts to fit in cause more explosions than heroics.

Frazzled: Everyday Disasters and Impending Doom – Booki Vivat

A doodle-filled, fast-paced romp through one girl’s anxiety, awkwardness, and triumphs – funny, relatable, and full of heart.

The Dreadful Tale of Prosper Redding – Alexandra Bracken

A boy discovers he’s hosting a centuries-old demon – and their snarky back-and-forth makes this spooky story surprisingly funny and fast-paced.

How to Train Your Dragon – Cressida Cowell

Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III’s hilariously hopeless attempts to train his dragon redefine what heroism – and comedy – really mean.

The Terrible Two – Mac Barnett & Jory John

A laugh-out-loud prank war between two clever boys that turns into an unlikely friendship full of cows, chaos, and perfectly timed jokes.

The Mummy in the Attic – Mitch Mitchell

When Tom McNabb and his best friend Stevie discover an Egyptian mummy in the attic, invisible mishaps and school-day disasters follow – a hilarious blend of spooky, silly, and heartfelt.

The Tapper Twins Go to War (With Each Other) – Geoff Rodkey

Twin siblings wage a digital-age prank war told through chat logs, texts, and screenshots – sharp, funny, and scarily accurate about sibling rivalry.

The Legend of Greg – Chris Rylander

Greg discovers he’s part dwarf (yes, really), launching a hilariously awkward adventure full of underground battles and sarcastic humor.

Lemons – Melissa Savage

A big-hearted, gently funny story about a girl who teams up with a local Bigfoot-obsessed boy – proving laughter can heal even the heaviest grief.

The Fowl Twins – Eoin Colfer

Two trouble-making brothers, fairies, and a lot of gadgets make this witty spin-off from the Artemis Fowl world a hilarious fantasy romp.