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Book Review: Diary of a Future Billionaire by Pamela Butchart

Written by nimbl Contributor | Mar 11, 2025 12:48:08 PM

If you’ve ever wondered how far a kid could go to become a billionaire, Pamela Butchart’s latest book, Diary of a Future Billionaire, delivers a wildly entertaining answer. With her signature humour and fast-paced storytelling, Butchart brings to life a ten-year-old with a big dream, big plans, and a whole lot of determination.

Meet the World’s Richest Ten-Year-Old (Or So He Says)

The book follows a confident and ambitious boy who has meticulously planned his rise to billionaire status. Unlike some rags-to-riches stories where luck plays a part, our protagonist is certain that his success is no accident—it’s the result of careful planning, business strategy, and a bit of childhood imagination.

From money-making schemes to unexpected challenges, the book takes readers on a rollercoaster of wins and losses as he attempts to build his empire. Along the way, he learns that while money can buy a lot of things, it can’t always solve the most important problems—like friendships, family, and the unpredictable nature of life itself.

Pamela Butchart: The Queen of Comedy for Kids

Pamela Butchart is no stranger to writing books that make kids laugh out loud. A bestselling author, she has brought us hits like The Spy Who Loved School Dinners and Baby Aliens Got My Teacher. Her books are full of energy, chaotic fun, and characters that feel so real, you’d swear you went to school with them.

Butchart’s knack for capturing childhood logic, wild imagination, and the kinds of ideas that seem like genius (at least to a 10-year-old) makes Diary of a Future Billionaire another instant hit. She doesn’t just write stories—she taps into how kids think, dream, and scheme, making her books unmissable for young readers.

Buy the book on Amazon. Or at your choice of publisher links

👉 Find out more about Pamela Butchart on her official author page: Scholastic Pamela Butchart

Why Kids (and Parents) Will Love This Book

✔️ Laugh-out-loud moments – The ridiculous lengths our young billionaire-in-the-making goes to will keep kids entertained. 

✔️ A relatable yet outrageous main character – Every child has had a get-rich-quick idea, but this book takes it to the next level.

✔️ Life lessons in a fun way – The book subtly weaves in messages about ambition, friendship, and understanding what truly matters.

✔️ Perfect for reluctant readers – With short chapters, a fast-paced plot, and hilarious scenarios, it’s a great pick for kids who need something engaging.

The Giveaway – Win Your Own Copy!

We’re teaming up with our friends at Scholastic to give away 3 copies of Diary of a Future Billionaire!

How to enter:
1️⃣ Follow us on Instagram (@nimbltalk)
2️⃣ Comment on our giveaway post with your billion-pound business idea from when you were 10 (or even better ask your child and enter with them)

All entries will be placed in a draw at 10 AM on Wednesday, 26th March, and 3 lucky winners will be randomly selected!

📌 Open to UK residents only. Giveaway not sponsored or endorsed by Meta.

Good luck—and may your billionaire dreams come true! 💰✨