Pumpkins smash. Kickballs fly. Costumes fail. For Ethan, October is one long, spooky disaster… and it all ends with the one thing he dreads most: a class presentation. Winning Student of the Month in September was amazing, but keeping his reputation intact is harder than he thought. And too bad everything keeps going hilariously wrong—whether it’s gym class, the cafeteria, or what he’s going to be for Halloween, which is only five days away. But with his best friends at his side and a little grit along the way, Ethan learns that courage isn’t about being perfect—it’s about showing up, even when you’re scared silly. The Presentation of Doom is the second book in the Messy Week series, a funny and fast-paced chapter book series for readers ages 6–9 about resilience and friendship. With spot illustrations, quick laughs, and plenty of school-day drama, it’s perfect for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid , Judy Moody , and My Weird School.