{"product_id":"tom-gates-liz-pichon-books-1-24-collection-set-childrens-fiction-paperback","title":"Tom Gates by Liz Pichon Books 1-24 Collection Set - Children's Fiction - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: The Brilliant World of Tom Gates\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Excellent Excuses\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Everything's Amazing\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Genius Ideas\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Is Absolutely Fantastic\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Extra Special Treats (Not)\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: A Tiny Bit Lucky\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Yes! No. (Maybe...)\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Top of the Class (Nearly)\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Super Good Skills (Almost...)\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: DogZombies Rule (For Now...)\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Family, Friends and Furry Creatures\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Epic Adventure (Kind Of)\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Biscuits, Bands and Very Big Plans\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: What Monster?\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Mega Make and Do and Stories Too!\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Spectacular School Trip\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Ten Tremendous Tales\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Random Acts of Fun\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Happy to Help (Eventually)\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Five Star Stories\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Book of Everything\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Ha! Ha! Hilarious\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Pesky Pets and Parties\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback (Book 24, Pesky Pets and Parties, is Hardback)\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Scholastic\u003cbr\u003eAge Range: Ages 7-14 (Grades 2-9)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollow the misadventures of Tom Gates, the doodling, daydreaming schoolboy who turns everyday chaos into comedy gold. This complete 24-book collection set by bestselling author-illustrator Liz Pichon gathers Tom's hilarious illustrated diary entries from his very first brilliant idea all the way through band practice with the DogZombies, sibling showdowns with his sister Delia, disastrous school trips, and plenty of pesky pets and parties along the way. Packed with hand-drawn doodles, laugh-out-loud one-liners, and heartwarming family moments, this set is a must-have for reluctant readers and devoted Tom Gates fans alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Tom Gates series by Liz Pichon follows its endearing, easily distracted hero through the ups and downs of school, family, and friendship, all narrated in Tom's own doodle-covered diary voice. Across these twenty-four books, Tom dodges homework with inventive excuses, dreams up get-rich-quick schemes, rehearses with his band the DogZombies alongside best friend Derek and classmate Norman, and endures endless teasing from his older sister Delia. Along the way readers meet a colorful cast including Tom's teacher Mr. Fullerman, his grandparents, and his nemesis-turned-sometimes-friend Marcus Meldrew. Each installment blends short chapters, hand-lettered text, and lively black-and-white illustrations that spill across every page, making the books approachable for reluctant readers while still delivering genuine laughs for confident ones. From school trips and talent shows to camping disasters and surprise pets, the series captures the small, relatable chaos of growing up with warmth and humor. Later titles expand the format with activity-style bonus content, joke collections, and short-story anthologies, giving longtime fans even more ways to spend time with Tom and his friends. Whether read straight through in order or dipped into one adventure at a time, this set offers a huge, satisfying stretch of entertainment for young bookworms. The series has earned major recognition in children's publishing, including the Roald Dahl Funny Prize for its very first book, and has become a beloved staple on school and classroom reading lists around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete 24-book collection covers the entire Tom Gates series in one convenient set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHilarious illustrated-diary format blends short chapters with hand-drawn doodles kids love\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for reluctant readers thanks to large print, white space, and visual storytelling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten by award-winning author-illustrator Liz Pichon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for classroom libraries, book bins, and independent reading practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA ready-made gift set for birthdays, holidays, and summer reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: The Brilliant World of Tom Gates — The book that started it all, following Tom's doodle-filled diary of school, family, and his band dreams.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Excellent Excuses — Tom dreams up creative excuses for forgotten homework while navigating sibling rivalry with his sister Delia.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Everything's Amazing — A half-term adventure full of doodles, disasters, and Tom's wildly optimistic outlook on life.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Genius Ideas — Tom hatches one brilliant scheme after another to avoid trouble at school and at home.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Is Absolutely Fantastic — Tom juggles band practice, a school trip, and his never-ending feud with classmate Marcus Meldrew.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Extra Special Treats (Not) — A rainy camping trip and a sneaky stash of snacks set the stage for more doodled chaos.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: A Tiny Bit Lucky — Tom's winter is full of band practice, sibling pranks, and surprising strokes of good fortune.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Yes! No. (Maybe...) — Tom tries to decide whether to go on a school trip, all while dodging Delia's teasing.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Top of the Class (Nearly) — A new school project gives Tom the chance to shine, if he can stay focused long enough.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Super Good Skills (Almost...) — Tom sets out to master a brand-new talent in his usual over-the-top style.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: DogZombies Rule (For Now...) — The DogZombies band faces its biggest challenge yet as rivalries heat up at school.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Family, Friends and Furry Creatures — Tom navigates family visits, friendship drama, and an unexpected furry houseguest.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Epic Adventure (Kind Of) — Tom imagines a grand adventure that turns out a little less epic than planned.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Biscuits, Bands and Very Big Plans — Tom cooks up big plans for his band while keeping an eye out for free biscuits.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: What Monster? — A spooky school project has Tom and his friends dreaming up monstrous doodles and stories.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Mega Make and Do and Stories Too! — A bumper activity-packed installment filled with crafts, doodles, and short stories.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Spectacular School Trip — Tom's class heads off on a school trip that quickly turns into a hilarious misadventure.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Ten Tremendous Tales — A collection of ten short, laugh-out-loud stories starring Tom and his friends.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Random Acts of Fun — Tom fills his days with silly games, doodles, and spontaneous fun with his friends.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Happy to Help (Eventually) — Tom reluctantly agrees to help out more at home and school, with predictably funny results.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Five Star Stories — A set of Tom's favorite five-star doodled stories, perfect for quick reading sessions.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Book of Everything — A bumper activity and doodle book packed with games, lists, and Tom's signature humor.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Ha! Ha! Hilarious — A joke-packed, doodle-filled installment guaranteed to bring plenty of laughs.\u003cbr\u003eTom Gates: Pesky Pets and Parties — Tom deals with unruly pets and party planning chaos in this hardcover entry in the series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLiz Pichon is a British author and illustrator best known for creating the bestselling Tom Gates series. Before writing for children, she worked as a graphic designer, lending her sharp eye for doodles and lettering to the series' handwritten-diary style. The first book, The Brilliant World of Tom Gates, won the Roald Dahl Funny Prize, the Red House Children's Book Award, and the Waterstones Children's Book Prize after its 2011 release. Tom Gates has since become a global phenomenon, selling more than 14 million copies worldwide and inspiring an animated television series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith doodles on every page and humor that never lets up, this 24-book set keeps kids laughing from cover to cover. It's an easy pick for a birthday gift, holiday season present, classroom library addition, back-to-school treat, or a summer reading stack that reluctant readers will actually want to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\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":"Liz Pichon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58570221650294,"sku":"MAN-WLK-U2450-6623743413","price":169.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/tom-gates-liz-pichon-books-1-24-collection-set-paperback.jpg?v=1791296104","url":"https:\/\/skymartbooks.com\/products\/tom-gates-liz-pichon-books-1-24-collection-set-childrens-fiction-paperback","provider":"Skymart Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}