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Tom Gates Is Not Famous (Yet) (Book 25)

Name: Tom Gates Is Not Famous (Yet) (Book 25)
ISBN: 9780702339448

By Liz Pichon

Tom’s hilarious school play goes wildly off-script when Marcus chases fame—can friendship save opening night?

funny chaotic imaginative relatable

Genres

Humour Friendship/Family Realistic Fiction

What is Tom Gates Is Not Famous (Yet) (Book 25) about?

It’s showtime at Oakfield School, and everyone is buzzing about a visit from the local theatre group — and a real celebrity. Tom writes a hilarious play for his friends, but Marcus is determined to steal the spotlight. As rehearsals become increasingly chaotic, Tom must cope with big egos, embarrassing moments and dreams of fame. Will the performance be a success, and will Tom and his friends discover that friendship matters more than being famous?

About the author

Liz Pichon is a brilliant British author and illustrator, best known for her funny and creative Tom Gates series. Her books are full of doodles, jokes, and school adventures that lots of children enjoy. Liz loves drawing and coming up with new ideas to make reading fun for everyone!

Pages

240 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2026

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