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Pig Diary #3
The Seriously Extraordinary Diary of Pig
Pig 3: Pig, Duck, Cow and all the Sheeps are far away from their Farm and beloved Vegetarian Farmers. More fun, parps, slops and unbelievable adventure from this much-loved set of characters. Complete with illustrations throughout and printed in a unique diary format.
- GenresChildrens
192 pages, Paperback
Published February 2, 2017
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About the author
Emer Stamp
28 books20 followersAward-winning author Emer Stamp grew up on a sheep farm in Devon. Her first dream was to be a vet, but she was rubbish at science. Her second was to design record covers, but the medium became obsolete. Finally, she moved to London and alighted on a career in advertising. Here she found global success, creating famous commercials for the likes of: John Lewis, Volkswagen, Cadburys and Harvey Nichols.
In 2015 she left the advertising industry to become a full-time author.
Her first book The Unbelievable Top Secret Diary of Pig was a best-seller. It was followed up by The Super Amazing Adventures of Pig, The Seriously Extraordinary Diary of Pig and The Big, Fat, Totally Bonkers Diary of Pig.
In 2018 The Big, Fat, Totally Bonkers Diary of Pig was voted the funniest book for 6-8 year olds by the Lollies (Laugh Out-Loud Book Awards).
Emer’s first picture book Daddy Fartypants was published in 2019.
The first book of her new series, P.E.S.T.S – about a school for naughty creatures, will be published in April 2020.
To find out more about Emer and her books visit emerstamp.com
To find out more about Pig visit diaryofpig.com
In 2015 she left the advertising industry to become a full-time author.
Her first book The Unbelievable Top Secret Diary of Pig was a best-seller. It was followed up by The Super Amazing Adventures of Pig, The Seriously Extraordinary Diary of Pig and The Big, Fat, Totally Bonkers Diary of Pig.
In 2018 The Big, Fat, Totally Bonkers Diary of Pig was voted the funniest book for 6-8 year olds by the Lollies (Laugh Out-Loud Book Awards).
Emer’s first picture book Daddy Fartypants was published in 2019.
The first book of her new series, P.E.S.T.S – about a school for naughty creatures, will be published in April 2020.
To find out more about Emer and her books visit emerstamp.com
To find out more about Pig visit diaryofpig.com
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July 3, 2017
Good story. Kids enjoyed it. I get that this is meant to be told from the POV of a pig, but I don't like the incorrect grammar and spelling throughout; it doesn't promote literacy as a book aimed at children should. I have a feeling plenty of kids would read this and start beginning sentences with, "I is..." which is sad.
November 2, 2025
A snortingly funny, surprisingly fierce farmyard adventure — The Seriously Extraordinary Diary of Pig is a muddy masterpiece with a message that matters
Emer Stamp’s The Seriously Extraordinary Diary of Pig is the third instalment in the brilliantly bonkers Pig series, and it’s every bit as hilarious, heartfelt, and heroically daft as its predecessors. Told through Pig’s wonderfully misspelled diary entries, this book takes readers on another wild ride through the fields, sheds, and suspicious chicken coops of the countryside — with plenty of fart noises, flying contraptions, and explosive trousers along the way.
Pig is back, and he’s still one of the most lovable narrators in children’s fiction. His innocence, loyalty, and slightly confused logic make him endlessly endearing. Whether he’s trying to save his friends, dodge evil chickens, or make sense of the strange goings-on in the barn, Pig’s voice is full of warmth and wonder. Duck is still gloriously grumpy, and the bond between them is as strong as ever — a proper friendship forged in slops and silliness.
Growing up in Somerset, I can confirm that this book captures the spirit of rural life with pitch-perfect absurdity. The sounds, the smells, the suspicious rustling in the hedgerows — it’s all here, just with a few more explosions and a lot more poo. I genuinely haven’t laughed so much in ages. It’s the kind of book that makes you want to read it aloud, just to hear others giggle too.
But beneath the chaos and comedy, there’s a deeper message — one that feels especially timely. Pig’s story reminds us that animals aren’t just background characters in human life. They have feelings, friendships, and fears. And that’s why animal cruelty in the fashion industry has to stop. From fur farms to exotic skins, too many animals suffer for the sake of style. It’s unnecessary, outdated, and deeply unethical. We have the creativity and technology to make beautiful clothes without causing harm — and books like this, even in their silliest moments, help us see animals as individuals worth protecting.
The fashion industry has long relied on practices that prioritise profit over compassion — from live-plucking feathers to intensive breeding for fur. These animals are often kept in cramped, filthy conditions, denied natural behaviours, and subjected to painful procedures. All for coats, trims, and accessories that could easily be made from humane alternatives. It’s not just about ethics — it’s about empathy. When we laugh with Pig, we’re reminded that animals have personalities, preferences, and the right to live without fear or exploitation.
Pig may be fictional, but his story sparks real empathy. It’s a reminder that animals deserve respect, not exploitation — whether they’re on a farm, in the wild, or caught up in the machinery of fast fashion.
Emer Stamp’s illustrations are as doodly and delightful as ever, perfectly capturing Pig’s world with squiggly charm and visual gags galore. The cover is bold, bright, and brilliantly bonkers — just like the story inside. It practically oinks at you from the shelf.
This book is perfect for reluctant readers, animal lovers, and anyone who believes that kindness and comedy can go hand in hoof. A five-star romp that’s as seriously extraordinary as its title promises.
Are you a vegetarian farmer — because after reading this, you might just want to be.
❤️✨️🐷
Emer Stamp’s The Seriously Extraordinary Diary of Pig is the third instalment in the brilliantly bonkers Pig series, and it’s every bit as hilarious, heartfelt, and heroically daft as its predecessors. Told through Pig’s wonderfully misspelled diary entries, this book takes readers on another wild ride through the fields, sheds, and suspicious chicken coops of the countryside — with plenty of fart noises, flying contraptions, and explosive trousers along the way.
Pig is back, and he’s still one of the most lovable narrators in children’s fiction. His innocence, loyalty, and slightly confused logic make him endlessly endearing. Whether he’s trying to save his friends, dodge evil chickens, or make sense of the strange goings-on in the barn, Pig’s voice is full of warmth and wonder. Duck is still gloriously grumpy, and the bond between them is as strong as ever — a proper friendship forged in slops and silliness.
Growing up in Somerset, I can confirm that this book captures the spirit of rural life with pitch-perfect absurdity. The sounds, the smells, the suspicious rustling in the hedgerows — it’s all here, just with a few more explosions and a lot more poo. I genuinely haven’t laughed so much in ages. It’s the kind of book that makes you want to read it aloud, just to hear others giggle too.
But beneath the chaos and comedy, there’s a deeper message — one that feels especially timely. Pig’s story reminds us that animals aren’t just background characters in human life. They have feelings, friendships, and fears. And that’s why animal cruelty in the fashion industry has to stop. From fur farms to exotic skins, too many animals suffer for the sake of style. It’s unnecessary, outdated, and deeply unethical. We have the creativity and technology to make beautiful clothes without causing harm — and books like this, even in their silliest moments, help us see animals as individuals worth protecting.
The fashion industry has long relied on practices that prioritise profit over compassion — from live-plucking feathers to intensive breeding for fur. These animals are often kept in cramped, filthy conditions, denied natural behaviours, and subjected to painful procedures. All for coats, trims, and accessories that could easily be made from humane alternatives. It’s not just about ethics — it’s about empathy. When we laugh with Pig, we’re reminded that animals have personalities, preferences, and the right to live without fear or exploitation.
Pig may be fictional, but his story sparks real empathy. It’s a reminder that animals deserve respect, not exploitation — whether they’re on a farm, in the wild, or caught up in the machinery of fast fashion.
Emer Stamp’s illustrations are as doodly and delightful as ever, perfectly capturing Pig’s world with squiggly charm and visual gags galore. The cover is bold, bright, and brilliantly bonkers — just like the story inside. It practically oinks at you from the shelf.
This book is perfect for reluctant readers, animal lovers, and anyone who believes that kindness and comedy can go hand in hoof. A five-star romp that’s as seriously extraordinary as its title promises.
Are you a vegetarian farmer — because after reading this, you might just want to be.
❤️✨️🐷
May 1, 2021
This is the third instalment in Emer Stamp’s brilliant Diary of Pig series. Don’t worry if you haven’t read the previous books, you can start with this one and then go back and read the others (which I strongly advise). The gist of it is that Pig writes a diary of his days on the farm with his friends Cow and Duck. And the this time out, Pig and friends are heading further than they have ever been before.
Pig loves living on the farm with the famers - Mr and Mrs Sandal, eating slops and playing games with his friends Cow and Duck. After a game of hide-and-seek goes wrong and results in quite severe damage to the farmhouse, the guilty trio are determined to get back into the ‘good books’.
With a plan to win a trophy and to make their farmers proud, Pig, Cow and Duck head off to the country fair. But victory comes at a price…they win the trophy but they lose Cow. Or to be more precise, Cow gets kidnapped. With the help of glamorous turkey Ki-Ki, some cockney speaking seagulls, innit, and a seal with a water vessel that looks like a giant poo, a rescue mission across the biggest duck pond ever and over to the Other Side is put into motion. But can the animals get the better of evil Ivanna Hertchew and stop Cow from being turned into a new leather handbag…
The Diary of Pig series are superbly silly stories that will have readers laughing-out-loud from start to finish. Brilliant characters, a funny narrative and plenty of fart and poo jokes will have children racing through the pages. Emer Stamp includes messages on friendship, teamwork and loyalty.
The diary is narrated in Pig’s own unique voice where grammatical mistakes are wide and welcomed. Pig has not mastered the language that farmers speak so instead he uses his own phrasing which results in lots of grammatical errors that will have children howling and teachers and adults tutting under their breath. Doodles and spillages feature throughout as well as a variety of different fonts that are used to identify each character.
Pig says, “I is definitely recommending this book,” and I would most certainly agree.
Recommended for 7+.
Pig loves living on the farm with the famers - Mr and Mrs Sandal, eating slops and playing games with his friends Cow and Duck. After a game of hide-and-seek goes wrong and results in quite severe damage to the farmhouse, the guilty trio are determined to get back into the ‘good books’.
With a plan to win a trophy and to make their farmers proud, Pig, Cow and Duck head off to the country fair. But victory comes at a price…they win the trophy but they lose Cow. Or to be more precise, Cow gets kidnapped. With the help of glamorous turkey Ki-Ki, some cockney speaking seagulls, innit, and a seal with a water vessel that looks like a giant poo, a rescue mission across the biggest duck pond ever and over to the Other Side is put into motion. But can the animals get the better of evil Ivanna Hertchew and stop Cow from being turned into a new leather handbag…
The Diary of Pig series are superbly silly stories that will have readers laughing-out-loud from start to finish. Brilliant characters, a funny narrative and plenty of fart and poo jokes will have children racing through the pages. Emer Stamp includes messages on friendship, teamwork and loyalty.
The diary is narrated in Pig’s own unique voice where grammatical mistakes are wide and welcomed. Pig has not mastered the language that farmers speak so instead he uses his own phrasing which results in lots of grammatical errors that will have children howling and teachers and adults tutting under their breath. Doodles and spillages feature throughout as well as a variety of different fonts that are used to identify each character.
Pig says, “I is definitely recommending this book,” and I would most certainly agree.
Recommended for 7+.
March 31, 2019
These books are so simply written that a child can easily understand and follow the story without question and enjoy all of it's silly humour. The characters in the book are so adorable you actually picture the way it's written in your head. Naughty pig keeps causing trouble farting but sometimes his farts save the day. It's laugh after laugh while the animals go on a great adventure. I garuntee every kid on earth will live this book.
September 5, 2023
Pig duck and cow go to cow contest where cow wins but does not have his owner so a random woman comes and claims to be cows owner. Then she takes cow to her house and draws handbag designs on cow because she will turn him into a handbag. Then pig and duck come to the rescue with a turkey named Ki-Ki. They save cow and go back to their real owners Mr. and Mrs. Sandal(pig also has very bad grammar).
May 4, 2017
Well, my 7 year old daughter thought the fart jokes were funny. Go figure.
October 29, 2017
Super funny
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January 20, 2018
My 7&5 year old sons absolutely loved this story. We have been reading it together and they are totally engrossed. Good fun read for the younger kids.
July 20, 2020
2.5 stars. Picked this one up in a bargain bin and it is ok for what it is. Pig is a likeable character, kids will enjoy the fart humour and there is an adventure to be had. I'm not convinced about the poor grammar or the extreme resolution, however.
March 9, 2016
another wonderful adventure from pig, duck and cow.
June 6, 2017
My kids love this series and, as with the previous books, insisted I read it too. I have to agree with them - it is fun, funny and silly with plenty of moments that made them cackle wildly.
April 20, 2017
I enjoyed book #1 tremendously and book #3 is equally hilarious and cute (I'm sure book #2 is, just haven't read it). Pig has some manners, takes great delight in less savoury activities which younger readers in particular will find amusing, and which are vital to the story. What unfolds is unbelievable (in a good way), with Pig going to great lengths with current and new friends to save Cow whose sense of adventure gets them all into trouble.
I was constantly flabberghasted by the accidents Pig and co have, they are kind hearted & don't exactly think their games through. But because of their damage causing antics they are able to find Cow and get to freedom, with a lot of help along the way. I love the unique meanings to ordinary words in Pig language, and how other animals view humans. I think there are several layers of humour, obvious humour and some which older readers will pick up on. Pig is a cheerful soul whose voice keeps me at the edge of my seat, making me laugh and despair in equal measure. Another for the reread shelf!
I received a copy of the book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review on my blog Nayu's Reading Corner http://nayusreadingcorner.blogspot.co...
I was constantly flabberghasted by the accidents Pig and co have, they are kind hearted & don't exactly think their games through. But because of their damage causing antics they are able to find Cow and get to freedom, with a lot of help along the way. I love the unique meanings to ordinary words in Pig language, and how other animals view humans. I think there are several layers of humour, obvious humour and some which older readers will pick up on. Pig is a cheerful soul whose voice keeps me at the edge of my seat, making me laugh and despair in equal measure. Another for the reread shelf!
I received a copy of the book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review on my blog Nayu's Reading Corner http://nayusreadingcorner.blogspot.co...
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