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Tom Gates Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Tom Gates books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: April 2026
Quick Answer
What order should I read the Tom Gates series? Start with "The Brilliant World of Tom Gates" (2011) and follow publication order through all 23 books.
The complete Tom Gates reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
The Brilliant World of Tom Gates
2011
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Excellent Excuses [and Other Good Stuff]
2011
Everything's Amazing
2012
Genius Ideas
2012
Best Book Day Ever!
2013
![Is Absolutely Fantastic [at Some Things] cover](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/P/1407134515.01.L.jpg)
Is Absolutely Fantastic [at Some Things]
2013
Extra Special Treats
2013
A Tiny Bit Lucky
2014
Yes! No. (Maybe)
2015
Top of the Class
2015
Super Good Skills
2016
DogZombies Rule
2016
Family, Friends and Furry Creatures
2017
Epic Adventure
2017
Biscuits, Bands and Very Big Plans
2018
What Monster?
2018
Mega Make and Do and Stories Too!
2019
Spectacular School Trip
2019
Ten Tremendous Tales
2021
Random Acts of Fun
2021
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Happy to Help [Eventually]
2022
Five Star Stories
2023
Book of Everything!
2024
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