St. Louis, MO / Sussex, England – We have lift-off! A new chapter in intergalactic adventure and imaginative learning has landed. Space Ranger Fred and the Great Galactic Bake Off, the fourth book in Matt Newnham’s much-loved children’s series, launches today, bringing another burst of science, creativity and laughter to readers around the world.
The Space Ranger Fred series has become known for its ability to make science and discovery feel
exciting and accessible to children. Through stories that mix adventure with imagination, author Matt
Newnham introduces young readers to early STEM ideas such as problem solving, invention, and
experimentation in ways that feel natural and fun.
“Fred’s adventures are designed to make children curious,” says Newnham. “I wanted to create a world
where science and imagination go hand in hand. The books are not about teaching formulas, but about
inspiring that spark of wonder which leads to real learning.”
In The Great Galactic Bake Off, six-year-old Fred Sanders finds himself called upon to solve another
interstellar mystery involving creativity, teamwork and quick thinking. But behind the laughs and cosmic
chaos lies a subtle lesson about persistence, problem solving and using logic to save the day.
Each Space Ranger Fred story blends comedy with concepts from physics, chemistry and engineering,
helping children explore the ‘how’ and ‘why’ behind everyday phenomena. The books encourage readers
to see science not as a subject but as a source of endless adventure.
“I want children to finish a Fred story and start asking questions,” says Newnham. “What happens to gravity in space? What makes an invention work? Why do things react the way they do? Those questions are where real learning begins.”
Since its first release, the Space Ranger Fred series has found an enthusiastic audience among parents, teachers and schools looking for ways to nurture curiosity and a love of learning. Educators have praised the books for supporting reading confidence while introducing scientific thinking through humour and storytelling.
Newnham’s approach combines British humour with imaginative science fiction to make the STEM world approachable for children aged six to twelve. Each adventure offers just enough science to inspire without overwhelming, giving young readers the confidence to explore new ideas while enjoying a good laugh along the way.
“Children learn best when they are entertained,” says Newnham. “If a story can make them giggle and
get them thinking at the same time, it has done its job. That’s what Space Ranger Fred is all about.”
The new book continues to expand the Space Ranger Fred universe, which has grown from a single
bedtime story into a globally loved series. The characters, settings and challenges reflect the limitless
potential of creativity, encouraging children to dream big and think like innovators.
Space Ranger Fred and the Great Galactic Bake Off is available today on Amazon in paperback
and Kindle editions..
For interviews, review copies, or more information, please contact:
Matt Newnham at Matt@MattNewnham.com
Space Ranger Fred and the Great Galactic Bake Off
Written by Matt Newnham
Illustrated by Richie Williams
Sold and distributed by Amazon and Insgrams Spark for retail and global distribution
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