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The #1 Dad Book
- Author
- James Patterson
- Narrator
- James Patterson
- Publisher
- Hachette Audio
- Publish Date
- 12 May 2025
- Run Time
- 1 hour 12 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
What to expect
“#1 gift for every new father.” —Mel Robbins, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Let Them Theory
From the world’s bestselling author comes an essential book for dads that explores the joys of fatherhood and provides a playbook for becoming the best dad you can be.
In 1 hour, you can be a better dad to your kids. Somebody who keeps learning and growing and loving your family.
You can be a hands-on teacher. Somebody who gives hugs and changes stinky diapers.
You can be a dad who is more present. Somebody who’s a good storyteller and a good listener.
You can be a better husband or partner. Somebody who can say, “I was wrong,” and “I love you.”
Dad, your new life begins in 1 hour.
“Hilarious and sharp … everything (and more) about being a dad.” —Ron Howard
“A beautiful reminder that the most important stories often start at home.” —Viola Davis
Critics Review
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“Hilarious and sharp…everything (and more) about being a dad.”—Ron Howard
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“Bestseller Patterson brings a wry touch to his advice…sensibly encouraging dads and dads-to-be to shoot for progress over perfection.” —Publishers Weekly
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“A mind meld of Dr. Spock and Dr. Seuss.”—Kirkus
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“Funny and wise … Important advice from a trusted source … This book will appeal to overwhelmed new dads looking for some reinforcement that they're doing okay.”—Booklist
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“In a breezy voice that eschews hectoring for cajoling,” James Patterson’s The #1 Dad Book “is not only a labor of love, but a love letter to fellow fathers.”—USA Today
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“A beautiful reminder that the most important stories often start at home.”—Viola Davis
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“James Patterson is a literary legend.…If it’s part of the human experience, he’s written it.…The #1 Dad Book…is really special…a fast, funny, and heartfelt read packed with the real-life lessons James Patterson wishes he’d known sooner…lessons you’ll want to share with all the soon-to-be dads, fathers, grandfathers, and father figures in your life.”—Mel Robbins, The Mel Robbins Podcast
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Details
- Author
- James Patterson
- Narrator
- James Patterson
- Duration
- 1 hour 12 minutes
- Release Date
- 12 May 2025
- ISBN
- 9781668648742
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- Hachette Audio
- Genre
- Relationships and families: advice and issues, Parenting: advice and issues, Advice on careers and achieving success, Gender studies: men and boys
Synopsis
An instant New York Times bestseller! “#1 gift for every new father.” —Mel Robbins, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Let Them Theory From the world’s bestselling author comes an essential book for dads that explores the joys of fatherhood and provides a playbook for becoming the best dad you can be. In 1 hour, you can be a better dad to your kids. Somebody who keeps learning and growing and loving your family. You can be a hands-on teacher. Somebody who gives hugs and changes stinky diapers. You can be a dad who is more present. Somebody who’s a good storyteller and a good listener. You can be a better husband or partner. Somebody who can say, “I was wrong,” and “I love you.” Dad, your new life begins in 1 hour.“Hilarious and sharp … everything (and more) about being a dad.” —Ron Howard “A beautiful reminder that the most important stories often start at home.” —Viola Davis
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