Children's Books That Spark Imagination
Thoughtfully crafted stories that entertain, educate, and inspire young readers while creating cherished moments for families to enjoy together.
Children's Books That Spark Imagination
Thoughtfully crafted stories that entertain, educate, and inspire young readers while creating cherished moments for families to enjoy together.
Hello lovely people!
I’m Thomas Waddington – welcome to my author website! A place for young readers, parents, retail/distributors, and schools alike. Have a good look around and see what you think!
Most people just call me Tom these days. I live in the town of Bedford, in Bedfordshire, UK.
By day, I am a self-employed gardener, and this gives me plenty of time to dream up story ideas whilst I’m mowing a lawn, pruning a shrub, or some other solo task.
I’ve always been a bit of a dreamer, a traveller and lover of nature and the outdoors in general.
I currently live with four chickens who insist on digging up my garden and pouncing on every poor worm I dig up with my gardening fork!
About my Books
A Curious Newt Called Twistig
suggested age 4+ years.
Amazing Axel and the Mango Master Plan
suggested age 8+ years.
The Boy and the Chilli Man
Just launched 2026! suggested age 8-12 years
What inspires me- how do I think up a story?
Every now and then, I would have a lightbulb moment where the complete story plot would appear at once in my head. I would have to make a note of it so not to forget a great idea. Other times, these stories would happen as an evolutionary process.
I’ve always had an interest in nature and the outdoors from a young age so my stories are generally based on animals/natural themes. I write from my computer desk at home which is always a bit messy with various drawings and notes as the ideas flow. To date, I have self-published three titles, the latest being 'The Boy and the Chilli Man'.
How I became an Author?
My writing journey started comparatively recently when I starting compiling ideas and writing children’s short stories in my spare time. When I was a young child, my father regularly used to improvise silly stories to tell me and my brother. At the time, he never wrote any of them down, but more recently expressed an interest in creating his own story book. I challenged him to bring together some ideas and create a manuscript. I got fed up of waiting, so started writing some of my own children’s stories.
What else can you do on my site?
Feel free to view “my books” page to see my titles in more detail. There are links to buy from Amazon along with the descriptions for each book.
There is also a contact form for any requests, or questions whether that be from a reader or a business related enquiry.
I will, periodically be sending out newsletters to anyone who interested. You can register your email address on the “newsletter” page to receive such information when available.
What Our Readers Say
My daughter and I loved this book! I especially enjoyed how at so many points along the way, the story is organically entwined with genuine wildlife facts. I was not expecting the twists and turns towards the end 🙂 Vivid and fun story telling. I hope the author writes more books for children! Very colourful and complementary illustrations too!
Amazing Axel and the Mango Master Plan is a fun and imaginative children's story that celebrates teamwork, determination, and clever problem-solving. Filled with colorful illustrations, fascinating ant facts, and plenty of humor, it's an engaging adventure that young readers will thoroughly enjoy.
A delightful adventure that kept children of different ages entertained with its exciting storyline, lovable characters, and beautiful illustrations. Blending humor, teamwork, and fascinating animal facts, it's a wholesome, engaging read that families will enjoy together and want to revisit.