Anh Do Books in Order
Explore Anh Do’s books and series in order, with short summaries and reading lists to help you find your next book and decide where to begin reading.
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Anh Do books in publication order
68 books
The Happiest Refugee
by Anh Do
2010
Anh Do recounts his family’s dangerous escape from Vietnam and their difficult beginnings in Australia. Combining childhood memories with his path toward comedy, he explores family sacrifice, financial hardship, and the determination to build a different life.
The Little Refugee
by Anh Do
2011
This illustrated account follows Anh Do’s childhood journey from a dangerous escape by boat to a new home in Australia. Language barriers and unfamiliar customs bring challenges, while family, friendship, and humor help him find a place to belong.
Totally Weird!
by Anh Do
2015
Weir faces the Camp Kangaroo Challenge with his team competing against Bella and the impressively named new pupil Hans Some. Trying to measure up to his apparently perfect rival makes the school camp more complicated than expected.
Crazy Weird!
by Anh Do
2016
A visit to the dentist leaves Weir wearing braces and worrying about what everyone will think. With a trip to the Fun Fair approaching, he tries to conceal his new smile from Bella and his friends.
Hotdog
by Anh Do
2016
Hotdog and his friends set out to reunite a baby bird with its missing mother. Their rescue mission takes them to unexpected heights and brings challenges involving messy diapers, difficult roosters, and the demands of caring for someone small.
Mega Weird!
by Anh Do
2016
Weir hopes a street garage sale will earn him plenty of money while he helps Bella write a winning song. Between musical ambitions and an unexpected dusty discovery, his busy plans become increasingly difficult to manage.
An abundance of animal droppings prompts a playful question: what happens to all the poo produced at the zoo? This illustrated picture book turns an everyday curiosity about hippos, tigers, kangaroos, and their waste into a comic exploration.
Circus Time!
by Anh Do
2017
Lizzie joins the circus as a clown while her sister performs on the trapeze. Afraid of heights but determined to make people laugh, she prepares for the show as Hotdog and Kev eagerly wait to see her perform.
Party Time
by Anh Do
2017
Hotdog and Lizzie plan a surprise birthday celebration for Kev, complete with cake, games, and magic. A rude rooster and a cranky donkey threaten to disrupt their preparations, leaving the friends to protect the special occasion.
Really Weird!
by Anh Do
2017
Grandma Do arrives in time for Grandparents’ Day, a farm excursion, and the school dance. Her visit gives Weir a new source of embarrassment and excitement, as the family member with the strangest habits joins his busy school life.
Spooky Weird!
by Anh Do
2017
Weir and Bella are making Halloween costumes when he learns his family will be moving away. Preparing for a spooky celebration suddenly competes with a much bigger worry: leaving behind his friends and familiar life.
Camping Time!
by Anh Do
2018
Hotdog, Lizzie, and Kev head into the bush for a camping trip full of new activities. Wood chopping, campfire songs, and a biscuit-eating competition await, but first they must learn the skills needed to manage outdoors.
From Nerd to Ninja!
by Anh Do
2018
Awkward Nelson wakes on his tenth birthday to discover that he has become the last ninja on Earth. Suddenly responsible for saving the world, he must learn to handle extraordinary abilities while coping with his ordinary shortcomings.
Game Time!
by Anh Do
2018
Hotdog, Lizzie, and Kev train for a competition with a prize trip to Rainbow Island, where Kev’s mother lives. To win the chance to visit her, the friends must develop their speed, strength, and teamwork.
Messy Weird!
by Anh Do
2018
The Do family has moved into a new house that needs a serious clean. Weir faces the mess alongside his unusual family, turning the work of settling into their home into another round of awkward adventures.
Splashy Weird!
by Anh Do
2018
Weir faces his school's swimming carnival with little enthusiasm for racing, tight swimwear, or water up his nose. Supporting his team means confronting everything about the pool that makes him uncomfortable.
Amazing Ninja!
by Anh Do
2019
When the circus arrives, Nelson and his friends hope to join the performance. His secret ninja abilities seem ideal for the big top, but trouble at the show demands far more than a successful audition.
Golden Unicorn
by Anh Do
2019
Kelly Swift tries to conceal growing powers that make ordinary teenage life impossible. When the Soul Collector takes her mother, she must confront her connection to the legendary Golden Unicorn and a prophecy that could defeat the tyrant.
Hopping Weird!
by Anh Do
2019
Weir's mother's new job at an animal hospital fills the house with creatures needing attention. Weir and Bella must work out how to care for them while completing an important school project.
Movie Time!
by Anh Do
2019
Hotdog, Lizzie, and Kev dream of becoming movie stars and join other hopeful performers at auditions. Finding roles that suit them becomes a new challenge as the friends discover what it takes to get into a film.
Ninja Switch!
by Anh Do
2019
Nelson looks forward to using his ninja abilities at the athletics carnival, confident he can finally stand out. Then his powers switch with his grandmother’s, leaving him to face the competition with a completely different set of limitations.
Show Time!
by Anh Do
2019
Hotdog and his friends enter the Toy Town Talent Show, hoping to impress the audience with their performance. Strong competition stands between the friends and victory, giving them a new challenge to tackle together on stage.
Weirdomania!
by Anh Do
2019
Weir wants to win tickets that would take his whole family to a wrestling show. Getting everyone to the event becomes his latest challenge, with the usual complications of life in the Do household.
Art Time!
by Anh Do
2020
An art competition brings Hotdog, Kev, and Lizzie to the local museum, where a famous painting disappears. Their plans to show off their creativity give way to a chase as they try to catch the thieves.
E-Boy
by Anh Do
2020
A lightning strike interrupts Ethan's operation by an android surgeon, leaving him with extraordinary abilities around computers. As the boundary between boy and machine blurs, he must learn what happened and use his new skills to survive.
Mighty Minotaur
by Anh Do
2020
To rescue her mother from the Collector, Kelly must master the Unicorn’s powers and find an ally foretold by prophecy. Minh’s unexplained strength may identify him as the Minotaur, bringing the two teenagers into a dangerous partnership.
Ninja Clones
by Anh Do
2020
Robot versions of Nelson and Kenny seem superior in every way, from speed to dancing. When the duplicates become uncontrollable during school camp, the real boys must find a way to stop their own mechanical replacements.
Ninja Giants
by Anh Do
2020
Nelson and Kenny want to enjoy the fair, but testing their grandmother’s invention leaves them too small for the rides. Their attempt to reverse the problem takes them toward the opposite extreme, with unexpectedly enormous consequences.
Skydragon
by Anh Do
2020
Amber discovers an extraordinary ability she barely understands while fleeing a mysterious enemy. To survive, she must learn to control her powers and uncover how her pursuer is connected to her past, before she can become Skydragon.
An Unexpected Hero
by Anh Do
2021
Pow Pow Pig and his friends are selected for the Z team, far below the heroes everyone expects to save the world. Their unlikely assignment challenges the overlooked friends to prove what they can accomplish together.
Beach Time!
by Anh Do
2021
After weeks of rain, Hotdog and his friends finally have sunshine and plans for a beach outing. A toothache, an earache, and a stubborn splinter threaten to spoil their long-awaited day beside the sea before it begins.
Enter the Jungle
by Anh Do
2021
Teenager Ethan can control electronics with his mind, but that power has made him a target. After interrupting a robbery, he flees a vengeful criminal into the jungle while an android assassin continues its pursuit.
Flight of the Griffin
by Anh Do
2021
The Unicorn, Minotaur, and Griffin finally unite, hoping their combined abilities can defeat the Collector. Their enemy refuses to surrender, and other legendary creatures threaten to turn the confrontation into a battle the young heroes cannot win alone.
Fly Free
by Anh Do
2021
Amber’s command of insects lets her form a living dragon around herself, but it has not ended her flight from danger. As she develops her unusual abilities, an approaching encounter with the mysterious Firefighter creates a new uncertainty.
Legends Unite
by Anh Do
2021
United at last, the Mythix believe they can overcome the Collector together. When he commits a devastating crime that threatens humanity, the Unicorn, Griffin, and Minotaur face a test that challenges their confidence in their combined powers.
Ninja Dogs!
by Anh Do
2021
When the town’s animals vanish, Nelson and Kenny use their grandmother’s invention to transform into dogs and investigate. Finding the missing pets becomes harder when their new canine instincts keep distracting them from the urgent search.
Ninja Toys
by Anh Do
2021
Grandma invents a glove that can bring toys to life, opening up exciting possibilities for Nelson and Kenny. When someone steals it, the boys must recover the invention before an animated toy army overruns their town.
Planet Weird
by Anh Do
2021
Weir's birthday falls on Planet Day, giving him two reasons to celebrate. He plans an enormous party, but making his birthday ambitions work proves another challenge for a boy whose life rarely goes smoothly.
Ride the Wind
by Anh Do
2021
Exhausted by pursuit, Amber longs to abandon her extraordinary destiny and live like an ordinary girl. Two new villains threaten that possibility, forcing her to decide whether to remain hidden or use her powers to protect others.
Robofight
by Anh Do
2021
Ethan and Doctor Penny flee a corrupt government while searching for Gemini, an android healer turned assassin. The Robofight Games offer cover for their mission, but fierce competition and hidden agendas threaten to expose them.
Spinning Weird
by Anh Do
2021
Weir and his friends take to the basketball court, hoping to win despite their limited skills. The team faces the challenge of turning enthusiasm into a performance that can carry them through the game.
Tasty Weird
by Anh Do
2021
Weir enters a cook-off with a tempting reward at stake: a trip to a lolly factory. Winning means putting his cooking abilities to the test as the competition becomes his latest challenge.
Tool Time!
by Anh Do
2021
Hoping to earn enough money for a trip to Grizzney Land, Hotdog and his friends start a repair business. Armed with tools and enthusiasm, they discover that helping their customers can create plenty of unexpected problems.
Vote Weirdo
by Anh Do
2021
Weir runs for class captain, hoping to convince his classmates to vote for him. An unexpected disaster with his hair threatens the campaign, leaving him to salvage both his appearance and his chances.
A New Gemini
by Anh Do
2022
After a midair battle disrupts Ethan’s connection to Gemini, he and Doctor Penny decide to repair the android. The equipment they need lies inside enemy headquarters, forcing the trio to outwit the dangerous Agent Ferris.
Brave the Storm
by Anh Do
2022
Amber has grown accustomed to calling on insects and becoming Skydragon when danger strikes. When her powers suddenly disappear, she must find another way forward and recover her abilities in time to help new friends confront an old enemy.
Cheesy Weird!
by Anh Do
2022
School photo day coincides with auditions for an ice-cream advertisement. Weir and his friends hope to land the starring roles, but getting themselves ready for the cameras brings a new set of challenges.
Friends Fur-ever
by Anh Do
2022
Lily expects her new puppy to make life more interesting, but JJ exceeds every expectation. When the clumsy dog suddenly begins talking and displays extraordinary intelligence, their friendship opens the door to an entirely different kind of adventure.
Let the Games Begin
by Anh Do
2022
Pow Pow Pig and the Z team set out to save the world but arrive in Ancient Greece instead. Stranded far from their intended destination, the unlikely heroes face a new challenge before they can continue their mission.
Lolly Time!
by Anh Do
2022
Hotdog and his friends enter a competition to invent a new sweet, just as a troublesome ghost appears at Halloween. They must divide their attention between creating a winning treat and uncovering the mystery behind the haunting.
Ninja Fish!
by Anh Do
2022
Nelson and Kenny want to win tickets to a new aquarium, but their swimming skills leave them far behind. Their grandmother’s invention might improve their chances, even as suspicious events at the aquarium demand the boys’ attention.
Ninja Heroes!
by Anh Do
2022
Rehearsals for the school play become a real adventure when Nelson and Kenny accidentally bring fictional characters to life. They must return everyone to the book before a giant mosquito army creates chaos throughout their town.
On the High Seas
by Anh Do
2022
Pow Pow Pig and his fellow Z team members are supposed to be saving the world, but their mission takes them onto the high seas. The unlikely heroes must navigate a seafaring adventure before they can get back on course.
Rock 'n' Roll
by Anh Do
2022
Summer now possesses the abilities of history’s greatest sporting champions, along with a secret identity. When the mysterious Book Witch kidnaps a popular rock band, she and her sidekick Ice-Cream Boy must turn those talents toward a rescue.
Soccer Time!
by Anh Do
2022
Hotdog, Lizzie, and Kev begin training for the Kicker Cup, but each has trouble controlling the ball. With teamwork and a pair of special bounce boots, they hope to overcome their shortcomings and give the competition a challenge.
The Champ
by Anh Do
2022
Summer loves sport but always seems to be chosen last, until a sudden change gives her extraordinary abilities. Becoming the Champ brings a new responsibility: protecting her brother, best friend, and town from the wicked Librarian’s plans.
The Last Gladiator
by Anh Do
2022
The Mythix find their supposed destiny increasingly uncertain as the Collector closes in and Jimmy faces danger. With the Gladiator Games underway, they need another ally, but the arrival of a fearsome Kraken raises a troubling question of loyalty.
Wave Breaker
by Anh Do
2022
Amber discovers masses of dead insects along the shore, then learns dolphins and whales are suffering too. Something beneath the ocean is threatening wildlife, and she must use her unusual allies to investigate before the damage spreads.
Weird History!
by Anh Do
2022
Weir and his friends enter a writing competition with stories that combine heroes and history. They hope their imaginative approach can win the prize, but turning ideas into a successful entry will take work.
Loch Ness Adventure
by Anh Do
2023
Pow Pow Pig and the Z team interrupt their world-saving mission to rescue the Loch Ness Monster. With help from Ninja Kid and H-Dude, the unlikely heroes take on an unexpected challenge alongside some equally unusual allies.
Rescue Flight
by Anh Do
2023
Amber races to protect endangered rainbow parrots and their island habitat from an oil company. With Agent Ferris and bounty hunters pursuing her, unexpected help from the mysterious Firefighter could become crucial to keeping both herself and the birds safe.
Tidy Time!
by Anh Do
2023
A town clean-up competition offers Hotdog and his friends the chance to win a jungle adventure. As they gather rubbish and try to outwork their rivals, their efforts face complications that could turn a tidy plan into a mess.
Toy Time!
by Anh Do
2023
Working with discarded materials gives Hotdog and his friends an idea for a toy-making competition. They hope their recycled creations will win a visit to Doc Spots’ Toy Factory, but turning rubbish into a prize takes ingenuity.
Even Weirder!
by Anh Do
Weir Do hopes to stay composed during a class visit to the zoo and a birthday party for his biggest crush. His eccentric family, including their unusual pet bird, makes the effort to seem ordinary increasingly difficult.
Extra Weird!
by Anh Do
Weir Do tries to earn a place on the school soccer team while his father prepares a dance routine for a local talent competition. Both face opportunities to stand out, though success is far from guaranteed for either.
Flying Ninja!
by Anh Do
Nelson must stop rampaging animals and malfunctioning machines from creating chaos across town. A new jetpack could help him save the day, but first the inexperienced ninja must overcome his fear of heights and learn to fly.
Super Weird!
by Anh Do
While his father trains to become a firefighter, Weir Do prepares for Pet Day at school. With FiDo and Blockhead involved, showing off the family pets promises another challenge in Weir’s continuing efforts to navigate school life.
WeirDo
by Anh Do
Weir Do begins at a new school with an unforgettable name, unusual habits, and a family that makes blending in difficult. His attempts to find his place turn everyday school life into a succession of awkward, funny challenges.
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