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Tom Gates Books

In order from A Tiny Bit Lucky to Biscuits, Bands and Very Big Plans.

The Tom Gates series is a set of 9 chapter books by L. Pichon, published between 2011 and 2022. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 270 pages.

A Tiny Bit Lucky
Random Acts of Fun
Genius Ideas (Mostly)
Excellent Excuses
Everything's Amazing (Sort of)
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

A Tiny Bit Lucky
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Book #7 · Chapter Book · 2014

A Tiny Bit Lucky

By Liz Pichon

Can Tom's band win the competition amidst chaos and distractions?

272 pages· 21,607 words
Paperback
In reading order

Tom Gates Series

9 books · Published 2011–2022

Genius Ideas (Mostly)
Series
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$1248

Genius Ideas (Mostly)

Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

Tom juggles band dreams and family chaos before the school talent show.

Excellent Excuses
Series
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$1248

Excellent Excuses

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

Can Tom's band reach rock greatness despite a toothache and homework?

Extra Special Treats (Not)
Series
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$1248

Extra Special Treats (Not)

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

Snowed in, Tom juggles chaos, homework, and family drama. Can he become Star Pupil?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Tom Gates series?

There are 9 books in the Tom Gates series. It began with Genius Ideas (Mostly) in 2011, and the newest book, Random Acts of Fun, was published in 2022.

What order should you read the Tom Gates books in?

Start with A Tiny Bit Lucky and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #9.

What ages are the Tom Gates books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The people who bring Tom Gates to life.

01

Liz Pichon

Author & Illustrator
LP
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L. Pichon

Author & Illustrator
LP

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