Ripley’s Believe It or Not! is ready to reboot your curiosity with its newest annual book, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Wired Into Weird!
In a world where AI-generated content has everyone second-guessing what’s real, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Wired Into Weird proves that truth is still stranger than fiction. Packed with all-new, all-true stories from around the globe, this latest edition is bursting with incredible people, quirky animals, astonishing feats, remarkable places, amazing rarities, and strange-but-true facts.
Get ready to plug into the peculiar and discover a world of unbelievable stories that are 100% real!
Inside Wired Into Weird
Made for curious minds of all ages, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Wired Into Weird is packed with hundreds of new stories, jaw-dropping photos, and unbelievable facts designed to keep even the most reluctant readers turning the page. Here are just a few highlights:
Incredible People.
Meet Benji Williams of Arizona, who has spent years building a massive ball out of rubber bands. His creation weighs 3,780 pounds, more than his car, and he’s still adding to it in hopes of creating the world’s largest rubber band ball.
Astonishing Feats.
Watch the Dauntless Duo defy gravity as Anngela Burt performs acrobatics atop a 30-foot pole balanced on her circus partner Jon Dutch’s face. As Anngela balances high above the crowd, Jon will often add even more wow-factor below by juggling at the same time!
Curious Critters.
Get up close with tiny Honduran white bats that turn giant leaves into leafy hideaways. By chewing along the outer edge of a leaf, these clever critters fold the leaf into a tent where they can snuggle together, stay shaded, and hide from predators.
Remarkable Places.
Explore Myanmar’s Kyaiktiyo Pagoda, where a massive golden boulder appears to balance on the edge of a cliff. For generations, pilgrims have covered the sacred rock in gold leaf, creating a shining landmark tied to the legend of Buddha’s hair.
Amazing Art.
Marvel at artist Jane Labowitch, better known as Princess Etch, who gave the Etch A Sketch a bone-chilling twist by creating a life-size skeleton across 11 different screens. Each tiny twist-and-turn drawing reveals a different part of the body, coming together in one amazing work of art.
All New, All True, All Weird
Whether you’re reading solo, sharing stories with friends, or flipping through with the whole family, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Wired Into Weird delivers unforgettable family-friendly fun on every page.
With incredible photos, unbelievable stories, and facts that sound too strange to be true, this brand-new edition is your next must-read journey into the bizarre.
Pre-Order Your Copy
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Wired Into Weird is available September 8, 2026! Be among the first to plug into the peculiar, and pre-order your copy today.