The Luckiest Kid in the World: The brand-new comedy adventure from the author of The Day the Screens Went Blank

Written by Danny Wallace and Gemma Correll

Narrated by Danny Wallace

‘One of the most purely enjoyable things I’ve read’ Frank Cottrell-Boyce

What if you suddenly had everything you’d ever dreamed of? That’s exactly what happens to 10-year-old Joe Smith in this brand-new comedy adventure from bestselling author, comedian and presenter Danny Wallace – hilariously read aloud by Danny himself.
Perfect for children age 8+ and fans of David Baddiel, Stephen Mangan, David Walliams, Andy Griffiths, Jenny Pearson and Helen Rutter.

Joe Smith is average in every way. He is average height. He lives in an average town, on an average street, in an average house, with a very average family. But when a survey identifies him as the most average kid in the country – well that makes him very special indeed. Suddenly, everyone wants Joe to test out their latest products. Overnight he is sent mountains of gifts ­– the best trainers, the coolest bike, the most exciting new tech, the latest flavours of ice cream – and so much more. He gets special cinema screenings and the entire water park all to himself. Joe now has everything he could possibly want in the world – and that’s far from average.

But is going from zero to hero all it’s cracked up to be?
 
This brilliantly warm-hearted, laugh-out-loud family adventure will leave you thinking about friendship, family and why everyone is special just the way they are.
 
Other books by Danny Wallace:
The Day the Screens Went Blank
Hamish and the Worldstoppers
Hamish and the Neverpeople
Hamish and the Gravity Burp
Hamish and the Baby Boom
Hamish and the Terrible Terrible Christmas and Other Stories
Hamish and the Monster Patrol

Praise for The Day the Screens Went Blank:
'So funny' Noel Fielding
'Brilliantly funny' Shappi Khorsandi
'Hilarious' Tim Minchin
'Warm and funny' Frank Cottrell-Boyce
 

 

• Language: English
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio UK
• Release date: Feb 17, 2022
• ISBN: 9781398503373

Danny Wallace

Danny Wallace is a writer, producer, and award-winning journalist whose work has appeared in numerous newspapers and magazines. He has written a weekly column in the U.K. magazine ShortList since 2007, and his past books include Join Me and Yes Man, which was made into a feature film starring Jim Carrey.

Reviews for The Luckiest Kid in the World

[HinaHasan · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I thought it was funny I also red The day all the screens went blank and it was good too

[riku · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

He was the Most average kid In the world ???? Lol

[Scarlett Sims · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Overall it's a pretty good book! I loved it but there was one small issue... I thought this was a kid's book (and I'm pretty sure it still is) but there was a bad word in it, and when I heard it, it gave me the chills
UPDATE: I also thought the ending was way too abrupt.

[Dan Mckeown · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I liked it it’s a lot like the boy who accidentally got famous :D

[Graham Autonomy · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A W E S O M E YOU ARE GREAT

[Amanda H. · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I love that it lets everyone be unique and different

[Laurel S · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Delightfully entertaining! Danny Wallace’s talent as narrator adds to the fun of the book. Not to be overshadowed is the positive overall message of the book.
(I’d also encourage you to listen through to the end of the credits. Heh.)

[Ashley Delaney · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I love this book so much it was so amazing!❤️

[Debaroti Biswas · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

It is amazing so good interesting yet different wonderful one of the best books ever

P.s kabuki is played by tackling an opponent

[Dundee Cantu · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Very funny and cute story about a boy who learns that being average might or might not be good. Very enjoyable and a quick read.

[Elizabeth Adam · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

It is sad that his dad got stuck in a restaurant eating chicken. But it was very funny!

[Louise Mckenzie · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The message was so lovely!

This book was clearly read.

Thank you so very much!

I hope to hear more amazing books just like this one soon!

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