Andy Joel Stanton (born 14 November 1973) is an English children's writer. He is best known for writing the Mr Gum series (illustrated by David Tazzyman), through which he made a popular contribution to children's literature. Stanton's writing is influenced by Roald Dahl and Enid Blyton. == Life == Stanton grew up in the London suburbs of Harrow and Pinner and attended Latymer Upper School in Hammersmith. He studied English at Oxford University, but was "kicked out". He has worked as a film sc…