The Brilliant World of Tom Gates Series
by Liz Pichon (Author/Illustrator)
Reading level: Ages 7 and up
Books in series: 13
Read in order: Yes
Tags: cartoon comedy & humour school friendship
Tom Gates is the master of excuses for late homework: dog attacks; spilt water; and, lightning. Tom's exercise book is full of his doodles, cartoons and thoughts, as well as comments from his long-suffering teacher, Mr Fullerton. After gaining five merits for his 'Camping Sucks' holiday story, Tom's work starts to go downhill - which is a pity, as he's desperate to impress Amy Porter, who sits next to him...Books in series: 13
Read in order: Yes
Tags: cartoon comedy & humour school friendship
Smart, novel and laugh-out-loud funny, boys and girls aged 7+ are bound to enjoy this riotous new illustrated series from award-winning author and illustrator Liz Pichon.
Brilliant World of Tom Gates Series Books in Order
Print series book list1. The Brilliant World of Tom Gates (2011)
2. Excellent Excuses (and Other Good Stuff) (2011)
3. Everything's Amazing (Sort Of) (2012)
4. Genius Ideas (Mostly) (2012)
5. Tom Gates is Absolutely Fantastic (At Some Things) (2013)
6. Extra Special Treats (not) (2013)
7. A Tiny Bit Lucky (2014)
8. Yes! No (Maybe...) (2015)
9. Top of the Class (Nearly) (2015)
10. Super Good Skills (Almost...) (2016)
11. Dog Zombies Rule (For Now) (2016)
12. Family, Friends and Furry Creatures (2017)
+ Best Book Day Ever (So Far) (2013)