Finn's Epic Fails
The hilarious new series packed with school fails, friendship, pranks and chaos!
by Phil Earle
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Pub Date 31 Mar 2026 | Archive Date 29 Jan 2026
Simon and Schuster UK Children's | Simon & Schuster Children's UK
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Description
?Finn just wants to survive Year 7, but his life is destined to be a series of epic fails. It's only Tuesday and his scheming, unicorn-obsessed little sister has already stuck a horn to his head (with superglue) and his properly evil older brother has wedgied him 278 times. And don't even ask what happened at swimming, in front of the WHOLE CLASS. At least he has best friends Laszlo (a hopeless romantic) and Google (ask her anything) by his side as he attempts to turn failure into victory in his very own book that is definitely not a diary.
‘A comedy classic and hilarious page-turner from a genuinely brilliant writer.’ Liz Pichon, author of Tom Gates series
‘Pure comedy genius – Finn's Epic Fails will have you howling with laughter and cheering for more! This book belongs on every kid's bookshelf!’ – Jenny Pearson, author of The Super Miraculous Journey of Freddie Yates
‘Failure has never been this funny. Finn is my new hero!’ – Rob Biddulph, author of Draw With Rob
WHAT TO EXPECT:
- Illustrations by the brilliant and hilarious AL MUPRHY
- Mortifying moments
- Laughter guaranteed
- Disastrous supply teachers
- A stinky stray dog who may just be the PERFECT best friend
- PRANKS!
- Mates who save the day
- OFF THE SCALE FAILOMETERS!!!
- And much more…!
When the Sky Falls by Phil Earle won the 2022 British Book Award for Children's Fiction Book of the Year, the Books Are My Bag Readers Award and the Times Children's Book of the Year.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781398546165 |
| PRICE | £7.99 (GBP) |
| PAGES | 272 |
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Average rating from 11 members
Featured Reviews
Deeply relatable and utterly HILARIOUS with a fabulous cast of characters and excellent comedic timing. A book that will make the reader smile from start to finish (with a big splash of CRINGE on Finn's behalf).
Educator 1114607
Kids will love this book. I can relate to Finn especially because we both have a PE teacher from hell. Those who love Loki and the Wimpy Kid will definitely love this one.
Hurrah for the shorter funny books!
This one is fabulously cringeworthy, a fabulous stray dog (who care about the stink!) plus a shoutout for one of the best snacks of all time :D
Will definately have appeal for those who have read and loved Loki, Wimpy Kid, etc.
Emma P, Reviewer
Ooooo this one was bundles of fun... sorry Finn! Fabulous cast of characters capturing school friendships ups and downs, plus the all important family dynamics. Loved the witty narrative.
Fast-paced antics, with heaps of humour and a great cast of characters. Roll on book 2!
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