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The Curse of the Puffy Shorts

Big Nate #35

The Curse of the Puffy Shorts

Lincoln Peirce

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September 1, 2026

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Sixth-grade renaissance man Nate Wright is a favorite of middle grade readers everywhere in this New York Times bestselling series. Thanks to his hilarious schemes, grand ideas, and unusual approach to friendship, there's never a dull moment with Big Nate!

In this new collection of full-color Big Nate comics, Lincoln Peirce’s beloved sixth-grade mischief-maker is on a roll, causing classroom chaos, dodging detention, and leading his soccer team to new heights and lows. From battling his nemesis Gina and dodging the wrath of his teacher Mrs. Godfrey to dreaming up epic pranks, Nate’s antics are guaranteed to crack you up and are perfect for kids ages 8-11, including reluctant readers. Thanks to Nate and friends like Francis, Dee Dee, Teddy, and Chad, the halls of P.S. 38 are filled with intrigue, drama, and silliness. So grab your Cheez Doodles and dive into the hilarious world of Big Nate!

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Lincoln Peirce

For more than three decades, Lincoln Peirce has been channeling the chaos, charm, and comic timing of middle school into one unforgettable character: Nate Wright. Long before Big Nate became a beloved series for millions of young readers—and a hit animated show—Peirce was sketching his way through his own childhood in…

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