Donut Squad: Destiny of the Donuts!
A war with the Bagels spans time itself as the Donut Squad travels back to change history.
Donut Squad: Destiny of the Donuts! is a comic adventure title by Neill Cameron. In the children’s bestseller list we checked on 7 November 2026, it was number 7. This guide explains what the book is about, who it suits, how to talk about it and what to read next.
What is Donut Squad: Destiny of the Donuts! about?
This third book is an anthology of comic strips, activities and jokes from The Phoenix, the British weekly comic. Its main storyline, Destiny of the Donuts, imagines a future where smart health gadgets turn on people who eat unhealthy food. A long war follows, and the last humans travel back through time to change history.
The cast includes Anxiety Donut, now a hardened veteran leading the time-travel effort, plus Sprinkles, Jammyboi, Chalky the ghostly Victorian donut, Justice Donut, Caramel Jack the pirate, Dadnut and Li’l Timmy and Spronky. The main enemies are the Bagels.
Donut Squad: Destiny of the Donuts!: book details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Author | Neill Cameron |
| Series | Donut Squad (book 3) |
| Format | Comic anthology |
| Publisher | David Fickling Books |
| Published | 10 September 2026 |
| Genre | Comic adventure |
| Age guide | 6 to 11 (suggested) |
| ISBN (edition listed) | 9781788453905 |
Ages marked as “suggested” are our own guidance, not the publisher’s. Editions and dates can differ between shops, so check the listing for the copy you want.
Why children enjoy Donut Squad: Destiny of the Donuts!
- Anthology format means short strips you can dip in and out of.
- The activities and jokes give extra things to do after the story ends.
- The time-travel plot is a gentle introduction to ideas about cause and effect.
Reading and talking tips
Use these prompts to make reading time a conversation:
- Ask: “If you could travel back in time to change one thing, what would it be?”
- Draw your own donut character with a name and a superpower.
- Try the activities and jokes after reading the main story.
About Neill Cameron
Neill Cameron is a British comics creator known for his work in The Phoenix. The first Donut Squad book, Take Over the World, was listed by its publisher as shortlisted for Waterstones Book of the Year 2025.
Read more on our Neill Cameron author page.
If your child likes this, try…
- Bunny vs Monkey: Day of the Heroes by Jamie Smart, number 3 in the list.
- Ghost and Toast: Slice to Meet You! by Phil Corbett, number 10 in the list.
- Dog Man: 10th Birthday Edition by Dav Pilkey, number 17 in the list.
Browse the whole list in our Top 20 children’s books, or use our books by age guides to find your next read.
Frequently asked questions about Donut Squad: Destiny of the Donuts!
What age is Donut Squad: Destiny of the Donuts for?
It is listed for all ages for kids, and we suggest roughly 6 to 11.
Is this the third Donut Squad book?
Yes, it is book 3. Earlier titles include Take Over the World and Make a Mess.
Is it a graphic novel?
It is a comic anthology, collecting strips, activities and jokes from The Phoenix alongside the main Destiny of the Donuts story.
Where to find it: your local library, an independent bookshop or an online retailer. Library membership is free in Ireland; see our guide to using your library.