Books by Gareth Baker
Gareth has written eleven novels covering a range of genres suitable from EYFS to KS2. His books include Star Friend, Moggy on a Mission, The Magic Smile, and Time Guardians.
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Star Friend
When Alice moves house she has to leave her friends and school behind. To make matters worse, it’s the first day of the summer holidays. When she arrives at her new home things might not be as bad as she first thought. Willie Wallis, her mum and dad's new boss, lives with them in a huge mansion in the country with a chimpanzee and a snake. Soon Alice starts to feel lonely in the big, old house, but when she wishes on a shooting star a new friend is just around the corner.
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The Minotaur's Eclipse
Theo Harpe is on holiday in Cyprus when the island is plunged into darkness by a total eclipse. Unknown to him, it also opens an ancient trap, releasing dangerous mythological beasts into the world… And only he can stop them. Later, Theo learns that the ancient Greek myths his grandfather has been telling him are more than just stories and that his family have been serving the Greek gods for centuries. Now he must master a collection of godly artefacts and stop the beasts before the world is thrown into a dark future more terrible than any eclipse.
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The Magic Smile
Sugar Snap is famous for her magic smile, but when she loses a tooth, will the spell be ruined forever? Sugar Snap goes on a quest to find her missing tooth, but will she find it, or something else far more important?A delightful tale brought to you by Gareth Baker and Vicky Kuhn about never giving up, friendship and helping each other.
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Moggy on a Mission
Hi, my name’s Felix and this is my story. What started off as a simple, ordinary day, ended up the greatest adventure of my life. When Felix went out into his garden one day, he didn't expect to see someone stealing his owner’s bike. He didn’t expect to leap into action or end up trapped on the back of a truck and end up half-way across town. But most importantly he didn’t expect to be on a top-secret mission with a top-secret spy cat.
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Brackenbelly and the Beast of Hogg-Bottom Farm
Welcome to the world of Kinmara. A world of heroes and villains. A world of magic. A world of strange creatures. And a world of beasts! Poor orphan, Isomee Hogg-Bottom, lives on a farm with her very unpleasant uncle. One day a mysterious stranger called Brackenbelly arrives at the farm wanting to buy a chostri - the enormous birds they breed - and everything starts to change for Isomee. Brackenbelly and Isomee soon become friends and when they discover that something is trying to get into the chostri barn at night, they decide to team-up and solve the mystery together.
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The Chamber
Greetings, Taylor.
Things to do today:
Go to The Chamber
Explore the South American jungle
Discover a lost Mayan civilisation
Find cursed treasure.
Save the world and your grandfather .
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Super Rabbit
Sally is not like other rabbits. She dreams of being an explorer and an inventor like her best friend Radish. But even she didn’t expect her mission to the moon to give her SUPERPOWERS!
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Rogue Racer
In the near future fame and glory can be found in Virtual Reality. Ryan Rhodes doesn't have much going for him when he accidentally enters a VR race in a rig made from outdated equipment by his friend, Sofinah. Luckily Ryan has talent and guts, and Sofinah’s a computer genius. Hooked on the thrill of racing, they continue to compete in secret under the name Rogue Racer. Their mysterious identity and skill soon attracts a huge fan base on the hyperweb, but as the pressure builds and the stakes increase both on and off the racetrack, will Ryan and Sofinah be able to beat the odds and become the VR champion when it matters most?
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Time Guardians: The Centaur's Curse
When Theo Harpe comes face-to-face with a cyclops during a summer adventure camp, it comes as no surprise. After all, as a Guardian of the Net, he’s protected the world from dangerous mythological creatures before, and his family have been serving the Greek gods for centuries. But this time Theo’s actions lead to a catastrophic chain of events which gives the enemies of thegods the chance to fight back. Theo must push himself to the limit and risk everything if he is to succeed in putting things right. And the future of those he loves and the whole of humankind is at stake…
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Time Guardians: The Master's Revenge
The Final battle is here!
Time Guardians comes to its shattering conclusion
Two summers ago, Theo Harpe discovered he was a descendant of the great Greek hero Theseus and that it is his job to protect humanity from ancient dangers. But now everything has changed. The gods are no longer talking to him, and the weapons and gifts they gave him to carry out his duties have all but been destroyed. When Theo's missing father comes back into his life, he decides it's time to give up being a Guardian of the Net, but Medea and her master have other plans.
Prepare yourself for the showdown of the millenia. The ultimate fight between good and evil, and humanity is the prize!
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Time Guardians: The Mini Missions
Join Theo on two Mini Missions set after The Minotaur's Eclipse and before the forthcoming second novel.
The Lost Guardian
Set a week after the events in The Minotaur’s Eclipse, Theo faces the final challenge of his summer holiday, and this time it’s at the bottom of the ocean.
The Gorgon’s Wrath
Theo must face his most deadly foe yet. When a gorgon escapes from the Net.
Small stories, BIG adventure!
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Brackenbelly and the Dragon Duct Forest
Something strange is going on at Hogg-Bottom farm. Uncle Hogg-Bottom is being nice to Isomee - but why? Meanwhile, Brackenbelly has ridden off, leaving Isomee far behind. When Hogg-Bottom shows his true colours, Isomee decides to escape her uncle once and for all - but is she already too late? When Brackenbelly rescues a jakel from being bullied in the forest, he is reminded of Isomee and decides to go back for her. Forced to stop for the night, Brackenbelly sets up camp only to discover that something, or someone, is watching him. Will Isomee be reunited with her best friend? Meet new characters and prepare yourself for surprises! Follow the continuing adventures of Brackenbelly – this is where the adventure truly begins!
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Bracenbelly and the Horror of the Harvest Moon
Isomee and Brackenbelly are still trapped inside the Dragon Duct Forest. Armed with her new power, Isomee is keen to get out in the wide world and use it to help others. When they finally escape the trees, and the beasts that constantly follow them, they end up at a village, one of Isomee’s dreams. But will it soon become a terrible nightmare?With more danger, excitement, and a whole host of new friends and enemies, dive into Brackenbelly and Isomee's next adventure.
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The Night I helped Santa
It's Christmas! Gareth Baker brings you a charming tale of one child's wish for Christmas. A story in which dreams come true and miracles happen. "The Night I Helped Santa" Karl and his family are going to Granny's house for Christmas, but on the way they discover they've accidentally left something very important at home. Already worried that Santa won't find them in a different house, Karl's now also worried what will happen when Cassie, his baby sister, notices that Teddy is missing. It's her first Christmas and Karl doesn't want it spoiled by anything - if only Teddy wasn't four hours away! That night, when Karl goes to bed, he hopes for a Christmas miracle, but he doesn't expect to hear footsteps on the roof or for tonight to become "The Night I Helped Santa".
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