{"product_id":"mr-gum-series-9-books-collection-set-andy-stanton-ages-7-9-paperback","title":"Mr Gum Series Collection by Andy Stanton - 9 Books Set - Ages 7-9 - Paperback Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYou're a Bad Man, Mr Gum!\u003cbr\u003e\nMr Gum and the Biscuit Billionaire\u003cbr\u003e\nMr Gum and the Goblins\u003cbr\u003e\nMr Gum and the Power Crystals\u003cbr\u003e\nMr Gum and the Dancing Bear\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat's for Dinner, Mr Gum?\u003cbr\u003e\nMr Gum and the Cherry Tree\u003cbr\u003e\nMr Gum and the Secret Hideout\u003cbr\u003e\nMr Gum and the Hound of Lamonic Bibber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\n\nPublisher: Egmont\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: Ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMeet 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete nine-book paperback set of the full Mr Gum series in one collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort, punchy chapters ideal for building confidence in developing readers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIllustrated throughout by David Tazzyman with lively black-and-white artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaugh-out-loud humor that appeals to reluctant and enthusiastic readers alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat gift for birthdays, holidays, back-to-school, or a classroom library\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognized, award-winning series enjoyed by children around the world\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYou'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.\u003cbr\u003e\nMr 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nMr Gum and the Goblins — A scheme cooked up on Goblin Mountain forces Polly and Friday O'Leary to face down three impossible challenges.\u003cbr\u003e\nMr Gum and the Power Crystals — An ancient curse and a set of mysterious crystals threaten Lamonic Bibber in this fourth uproarious installment.\u003cbr\u003e\nMr Gum and the Dancing Bear — A carnival visit turns chaotic when Mr Gum gets tangled up with a dancing bear named Padlock.\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat's for Dinner, Mr Gum? — A cooking-themed caper sees Mr Gum's latest scheme collide with the town's dinner plans.\u003cbr\u003e\nMr Gum and the Cherry Tree — A prized cherry tree becomes the target of Mr Gum's mischief, drawing Polly and Jake back into action.\u003cbr\u003e\nMr Gum and the Secret Hideout — Mr Gum's hidden lair is uncovered, setting off a playful mystery full of familiar faces.\u003cbr\u003e\nMr Gum and the Hound of Lamonic Bibber — The series closes with a rollicking finale that brings Lamonic Bibber's cast together one last time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAndy 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNine 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Andy Stanton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57171679478134,"sku":"MAN-9789123699179","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/mr-gum-collection-andy-stanton-paperback-17674614.jpg?v=1785816526","url":"https:\/\/skymartbooks.com\/products\/mr-gum-series-9-books-collection-set-andy-stanton-ages-7-9-paperback","provider":"Skymart Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}