Sometimes, surviving middle school feels like a full-time job. With zero pay. And way too much emotional damage.

In Let’s Pretend This Never Happened, Jim Benton brings us back into the wildly messy world of Jamie Kelly—the sarcastic, brutally honest, and totally over-it star of the Dear Dumb Diary series. This isn’t your typical sunshine-and-friendship kind of story. It’s more like: embarrassment, confusion, and internal screaming. And honestly? That’s what makes it amazing.

Jamie doesn’t lie in her diary. Well, not on purpose. She just writes what she thinks is true… which is often wrong, hilarious, or so awkward it physically hurts. As she puts it:

“If I told you the truth, you’d probably pretend this never happened too.”

Relatable much?

This book is for anyone who’s ever accidentally said the weird part out loud. For anyone who tried to impress their crush and instead tripped over their own foot, dropped their lunch, and knocked over a desk. Jamie captures the drama and comedy of growing up with raw, unfiltered honesty—and it’s laugh-out-loud funny.

Whether you're 12 or just remember being 12 a little too vividly, this read is a full-on nostalgia bomb mixed with chaotic charm.

Even better? You can get a free PDF download or free books download of Let’s Pretend This Never Happened on Bookdio right now. No cost, no awkward interactions—just click, download, and dive in.

So go ahead. Relive the cringe. Laugh through the pain. And maybe… pretend none of it ever happened. But first, read this book. Free on Bookdio. You’re welcome.