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EYFS / KS1 Author of the half term – Tom Fletcher

28th August 2025 in Creative Team

Tom Fletcher (born 1985)  is a fun and creative author who writes exciting books for children of all ages. He’s also a musician and was in a band called McFly, but now he’s just as famous for his amazing stories! Tom’s books are full of imagination, laughter, and sometimes even a little bit of magic. One of his most popular series is The Dinosaur That Pooped, which he wrote with his friend Dougie. These silly stories are about a dinosaur who poops out all sorts of things—like Christmas presents, planets, and even pirates! Kids love them because they’re super funny and full of surprises.

Tom also writes books with heartwarming messages and magical adventures. His book The Christmasaurus is about a boy named William who meets a dinosaur at the North Pole, and they go on a snowy adventure together. He’s also written There’s a Monster in Your Book, which invites kids to play along by shaking, spinning, and tickling the book to help the monster escape! Tom’s stories are loved all over the world and have been translated into many languages. He says he writes books to help children laugh, dream big, and believe in themselves—and that’s exactly what his stories do!

Tom Fletcher’s most popular books…

  1. The Christmasaurus – A magical story about a boy named William and a dinosaur who lives at the North Pole. It’s full of adventure, friendship, and festive cheer.
  2. The Creakers – A spooky and imaginative tale about a world beneath the bed, where mysterious creatures called Creakers live. It’s perfect for middle-grade readers who love mystery and fun.
  3. The Danger Gang – A thrilling story about a group of kids who gain strange powers after a storm hits their town. It’s packed with action and humor.
  4. There’s a Monster in Your Book – A playful picture book that invites children to interact with the pages to help a cheeky monster escape. It’s part of the popular “In Your Book” series.
  5. The Dinosaur That Pooped Christmas – Co-written with Dougie Poynter, this hilarious book features a dinosaur with a very messy problem during the holidays. It’s a favourite among younger readers.
  6. The Christmasaurus and the Winter Witch – A sequel to The Christmasaurus, this book adds even more magic and introduces a time-traveling witch.

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