Mr Gum Series Collection by Andy Stanton - 9 Books Set - Ages 7-9 - Paperback Edition

Titles in This Set
You're a Bad Man, Mr Gum!
Mr Gum and the Biscuit Billionaire
Mr Gum and the Goblins
Mr Gum and the Power Crystals
Mr Gum and the Dancing Bear
What's for Dinner, Mr Gum?
Mr Gum and the Cherry Tree
Mr Gum and the Secret Hideout
Mr Gum and the Hound of Lamonic Bibber

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Egmont
Age Range: Ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4)

Overview
Meet the grottiest man in children's chapter books with this complete nine-book Mr Gum collection from Andy Stanton. Set in the peculiar town of Lamonic Bibber, each fast-paced paperback pairs riotous slapstick with rapid-fire jokes as heroine Polly, wise Friday O'Leary, and loyal dog Jake foil the schemes of the nasty Mr Gum. Illustrated throughout by David Tazzyman, the series is an internationally bestselling favorite for reluctant and confident readers alike. This complete set makes a brilliant gift for birthdays, holidays, or a classroom library shelf, delivering nine adventures of gloriously silly storytelling in one bundle.

About the Books
The Mr Gum series follows the escapades of Mr Gum, a grumpy, grubby old man who despises children, animals, and fun in roughly equal measure, and his frequent partner in crime, the villainous butcher Billy William the Third. Standing against them is a memorable cast: sharp-witted young Polly, her ever-faithful dog Jake, the eccentric wise man Friday O'Leary, and a rotating gallery of oddballs including a gingerbread man, an angry bathtub fairy, and even a dancing bear. Across the nine paperbacks, Andy Stanton's trademark voice barrels through short, punchy chapters packed with wordplay, running jokes, and gleeful nonsense, while illustrator David Tazzyman's line drawings add extra visual comedy to every scheme and showdown. Though each title stands on its own as a complete, self-contained caper, longtime fans will enjoy spotting recurring gags and familiar faces as the town of Lamonic Bibber grows stranger with every book. The stories move quickly, favor short chapters over long ones, and reward readers with satisfying, silly resolutions, making them a natural fit for children transitioning from picture books into longer chapter books. Underneath the absurdity, the series quietly celebrates kindness, cleverness, and community, as ordinary children and animals repeatedly outsmart grown-up nastiness. The result is a set that works equally well read aloud a chapter at a time or devoured independently over a rainy weekend, giving families and classrooms a complete, ready-to-go library of laughs.

Key Benefits

• Complete nine-book paperback set of the full Mr Gum series in one collection
• Short, punchy chapters ideal for building confidence in developing readers
• Illustrated throughout by David Tazzyman with lively black-and-white artwork
• Laugh-out-loud humor that appeals to reluctant and enthusiastic readers alike
• Great gift for birthdays, holidays, back-to-school, or a classroom library
• Recognized, award-winning series enjoyed by children around the world

Book-by-Book Guide
You're a Bad Man, Mr Gum! — The series opener introduces Mr Gum, his bathtub fairy nemesis, and the friends who set out to save Jake the dog.
Mr Gum and the Biscuit Billionaire — Mr Gum chases a mountain of biscuit-fueled riches, only to be foiled by quick-thinking Polly and her allies.
Mr Gum and the Goblins — A scheme cooked up on Goblin Mountain forces Polly and Friday O'Leary to face down three impossible challenges.
Mr Gum and the Power Crystals — An ancient curse and a set of mysterious crystals threaten Lamonic Bibber in this fourth uproarious installment.
Mr Gum and the Dancing Bear — A carnival visit turns chaotic when Mr Gum gets tangled up with a dancing bear named Padlock.
What's for Dinner, Mr Gum? — A cooking-themed caper sees Mr Gum's latest scheme collide with the town's dinner plans.
Mr Gum and the Cherry Tree — A prized cherry tree becomes the target of Mr Gum's mischief, drawing Polly and Jake back into action.
Mr Gum and the Secret Hideout — Mr Gum's hidden lair is uncovered, setting off a playful mystery full of familiar faces.
Mr Gum and the Hound of Lamonic Bibber — The series closes with a rollicking finale that brings Lamonic Bibber's cast together one last time.

About the Author
Andy Stanton is a British author best known for creating the Mr Gum series, a nine-book run of comic chapter books for children. His writing is known for its playful, energetic voice, packed with wordplay, invented slang, and gleeful absurdity that appeals to young readers and grown-ups reading along. The series has picked up honors including Blue Peter Book Awards and the Roald Dahl Funny Prize, and has sold in the millions across dozens of languages. The books are illustrated by David Tazzyman, whose loose, expressive drawings bring Mr Gum's grotty world to life.

Why You'll Love This Collection
Nine books of nonstop giggles, this Mr Gum set is a stocking-stuffer favorite, a summer-reading staple, and a classroom-library must-have all in one. Kids get a complete, gift-ready world of silly villains and clever heroes to return to again and again, chapter after riotous chapter.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.