Meet the Creator of Space Ranger Fred
Creator of space ranger fred
Matt Newnham
Matt Newnham is a British author, writer, and creative thinker best known for his children’s book series Space Ranger Fred. With a background in marketing, storytelling, and communication, Matt brings imagination to life through engaging characters and adventurous tales that spark curiosity and inspire young minds.
Space Ranger Fred was born from Matt’s passion for STEM learning and his belief that education can be exciting and fun. Blending science, humour, and heart, his stories are written to encourage problem-solving, teamwork, and creativity in children aged 7 to 12.
Matt’s writing career spans over a decade and includes business content, motivational speaking, and scriptwriting. With a love for space, technology, and innovation, he works closely with illustrators, animators, and educators to turn his books into a multi-platform learning and entertainment experience.
As Space Ranger Fred is brought to life through animation and video games, Matt remains at the heart of the creative journey—writing, dreaming, and inspiring the next generation of explorers.
When he’s not writing, Matt enjoys countryside walks, science documentaries, and coffee-fuelled brainstorming sessions. He lives in West Sussex, UK, and continues to build stories that matter.
Space Ranger Fred Books
Space Ranger Fred and the Shoelace Adventure
The very first Space Ranger Fred Adventure
Space Ranger Fred and the Umbrella Rescue
The second Space Ranger Fred Adventure.
Space Ranger Fred and the Tick Tock Tale
How telling the time saves the day
Other Books
The Girl in the Code
A break away from kids books and tense story about AI taking control.
Coming Soon: The Hawthorne Hollow Mysteries
Set in World War II, evacuees Emily and Jack become sleuths to solve all kinds of crimes and mysteries.