Meet Jamie Cooper

Jamie Cooper is trying to survive a new town, a new school, and the silence left behind by his missing older brother.

Then his tablet starts glitching.

Strange messages appear. A pattern begins to glow. And when Jamie touches the screen, his bedroom dissolves around him.

Now he must navigate somewhere impossible — a world of ancient artefacts, strange peoples, magical weapons and dangers that feel far too real to be a game.

But Jamie is not alone for long. With two new friends, he must uncover why the Gateway chose him… and what it has to do with a danger far bigger than Jamie ever imagined.

Get the free Gateway Preview Pack

Step through the Gateway before launch.

Sign up to receive:

• The first 5 chapters in PDF

• The first 5 chapters in EPUB

• A map of Myridiam

• Audio preview links for Chapters 1–5

For parents, teachers and librarians

Jamie Cooper and the Touchscreen Portal is written with upper middle-grade readers in mind and particularly intermediate and advanced readers, aged 9–14, especially children who enjoy gaming, fantasy worlds, quests, teamwork, adventure stories and mysteries with emotional depth.

Beneath the action and portal fantasy, Jamie’s journey explores friendship, grief, responsibility, courage, trust and finding your place when everything familiar has changed.

• Portal fantasy with sci-fi mystery

• Game-like progression and magical abilities

• Strong friendship/teamwork focus

• Themes of courage, grief, responsibility and belonging

• Suitable for young fantasy readers, gamers and reluctant readers who need a strong hook

What's inside the preview pack?

Step into Myridiam

Myridiam is a world of old stone, living myths, mysterious powers and four great peoples: the Khitari, Sothians, Reptoids and Avirans. Jamie’s guide is Sathyra, a Khitari from the central forests — curious, cautious, and far more real than any game character should be.

The Gateway
A mysterious system that connects Jamie’s world to somewhere impossible.

The Chamber
A place of floating artefacts, glowing symbols and weapons that choose their bearers.

The Khitari Forests
Home of the feline Khitari — hunters, scouts and survivors.

The Guardians
Three ordinary children pulled into something far larger than themselves.

Join the Book 2 early reader list!

J P Harper is inviting a small number of parents, educators, librarians, reviewers, bloggers and middle-grade book champions to receive an advance reader copy before launch.

ARC readers may receive a digital copy of the book, and an honest review would be greatly appreciated.

ARC copies are limited. Applying does not guarantee selection. Reviews are appreciated but never required to be positive.

Start the adventure now!

Jamie Cooper and the Touchscreen Portal is available now in Kindle, paperback and hardback. Step through the Gateway and discover the world of Myridiam today.

Frequently asked questions

What age is the book for?
Jamie Cooper and the Touchscreen Portal is written for upper middle-grade readers, approximately ages 9–14.

Is the book available now?
Yes. Jamie Cooper and the Touchscreen Portal is available now in Kindle, paperback and hardback.

Is it fantasy or sci-fi?
Both. The story begins with a mysterious tablet and strange messages, then opens into a fantasy world of gateways, factions, magical artefacts and quest-like danger.

Is this a game-based book?
It is not based on a real game, but it has strong appeal for young readers who enjoy games, quests, powers, maps, discovery and progression-style adventure.

Is this the first book in a series?
Yes. Jamie Cooper and the Touchscreen Portal is Book 1 in The Gateway Saga.

What is included in the Gateway Preview Pack?
The preview pack includes the first 5 chapters in PDF and EPUB, a map of Myridiam, and audio preview links for Chapters 1–5.

Can teachers, librarians or reviewers get involved?
Yes. Teachers, librarians, reviewers and middle-grade book champions can join the mailing list for updates, resources and future early reader opportunities.

Can I register interest in Book 2?
Yes. You can register interest in future Book 2 early reader / ARC opportunities and launch updates through the Book 2 section on this page.

Is the audio preview the full audiobook?
No. The audio preview is a sample of Chapters 1–5 hosted on YouTube.

Book 2 Early Reader / ARC Interest

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