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smile vs. diary of wimpy kid
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Jul 13, 2012 11:35AM
I think so... I don't know if another BSC has come out recently or not. I love those books. :D
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They're great, aren't they? I've read a bit of Raina Telegmeier's other stuff-- mostly her Baby Sitter's Club books, I read the originals when I was younger-- and they're all amazing. :)
hard to say... illustrations are a lot more better in smile. however... diary of a wk is more entertaining. so... dwk
Raina Teglemeier certainly captures that essence in graphic novels. Not only does she just tell the story through pictures, she sends a powerful message. Everyone experiences adolescence awkwardly. For her, knocking out two front teeth certainly caused some trouble for Raina; questionable friendships, precipitation of dental visits, and of course, romantic crushes. It might seem that Raina's art seems simplistic, but really, it's much more than that.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid, on the other hand, I'm not so sure. Yes, I do love the series; in fact, I can't wait to get my hands on Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel. It's just that it doesn't seem that deep compared to Smile. Sure, it does talk about Greg growing up along each book, and it's quite funny. But I just don't see that essence that Smile has. With this statement, I'm going to have to go with Smile.
But don't get angry at me. Many people have different opinions. It's what makes the world go 'round.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid, on the other hand, I'm not so sure. Yes, I do love the series; in fact, I can't wait to get my hands on Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel. It's just that it doesn't seem that deep compared to Smile. Sure, it does talk about Greg growing up along each book, and it's quite funny. But I just don't see that essence that Smile has. With this statement, I'm going to have to go with Smile.
But don't get angry at me. Many people have different opinions. It's what makes the world go 'round.
Meg wrote: "Oh, really?!? My sister and I will read Smile over and over again!! I've probably read that book a few dozen times already, and I haven't even had the book for that long... I guess I appreciate it ..."And I thought my little sister and I were the only ones who do that!
I prefer Smile for so many reasons I could list, I don't know where to start. Here's one: Smile teaches you the importance of friendship, DWK doesn't
Haha yeah, I'm glad my sister and I aren't the only ones that do that!! :D All the times I'm bored I'll pick up that book, I'm serious.
DWK! DWK! DWK! DWK! DWK! DWK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@ Nadira: Yay!!! You play the flute? So do I! :D@ boom: Boo. Hiss. :P
SMILE! D.W.K is immature and lame
i don't know. I love both of them.
I loved both because dairy of a wimpy kid was funny, but as a girl I can more relate to the things in Smile
smile they are both good but smile
smile was one of the best books i have ever read so far or at least one of the best.The best part about this book is that it was a true story.The story had saddness drama and you got to watch the characters grow and move on to 8th grade.
I liked it so much. It was really easy. I finihsed it in 1 day.
SMILE :D :D :D :D :D :D ;D!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
SMILE TOTALLY IT IS THE BEST =D =P =B !!
SMILE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Smile, wimpy kid is good to, but smile is much better.
SMILE... more of my stuff
I like both of them but i like Smile more then the Dairy of a wimpy kid books.
SMILE. Smile all the way.Sure, Diary of a Wimpy kid is funny, but Smile was just amazing.
I like Diary of a Wimpy Kid better, mainly because Smile appears slightly cliché and screams, "LOOK AT MY GIRL PROBLEMS!" and not in a funny way.
Smile! I loved it because it was a biography but it was also very entertaining, like realistic fiction. Diary of a Wimpy Kid just seems like the kind of thing that boys would like, not girls.
I totally agree. :) I also think DWK's humor is geared towards 11-year-old boys. Smile isn't really focusing on the girly but teeth drama, which girls AND boys can all relate to.
I really like Smile and Diary of a Wimpy Kid, but Smile is only one book ( it doesn't continue! ), so i like Diary of a Wimy Kis better
Christine- If you like Diary of a Wimpy Kid more because there are multiple books, but you still like Smile, then you should try the Babysitter's Club graphic novels if you haven't already. It is illustrated by Raina Teglemeier, the author of Smile. It shows the girls growing up through middle school, like Smile. I loved both Smile and the Babysitter's Club, so I'm sure you'll love it too!
Meg wrote: "Baby Sitter's Club has like four volumes right now, last time I saw. Smile's only one book, though."The author just wrote a sequel to smile. But it's about different person. It's called "Drama"
I read it. I like it a lot more than Smile, actually. :) It's a completely different plot, subject, different characters... If you liked Smile, you'll love Drama!
I like dwk MORE smile is a little BORING
:( I thought Smile was adorable and really good. Never had a desire to read Diary of a Wimpy Kid.
smile. i like D.W.K but greg was just an immature boy who couldn't get off his stupid video games. the only D.W.K books i liked was the last straw and snow days or whatever
Eden wrote: "Anna wrote: "Smile is much more funny and exciting and plus it's a biography in the form of a graphic novel, they should do that more often with biographies."totally! its the perfect book, plus t..."
agreed
has anyone read drama? it's also by the same author
Drama is ADORABLE. It made me cry though. :P I liked it even more than Smile. I recommend it.
Even though I only read this book after one time and highly enjoyed it I think its way better than Diary of a Wimpy Kid.
Obviously Smile because i read that book very quikly and I feel like i force myself to read Diary of a Whimpy Kid.
I have read both and i personally think Smile is so much better because it totally shows how a teenage girl see's her life.
SMILE was waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay better! :)
Just found this Sisters (Smile #2)posted in Raina Telgemeier profile on here. Says it is going to come out 2014. This is so cool :)
i don't know. let the other people decide. i am blank.
