An instantly relatable book that captures all the weird and wonderful moments of being a new parent - the perfect gift for Father's Day!

Becoming a dad is a journey like no other.

From leaky nappies and early wake-ups to newborn cuddles that are much too good to share, celebrate the everyday magic and TIREDNESS of parenthood with this hilariously relatable, brilliantly observed and heartfelt book.

Packed with love and humour, The Dad Book perfectly captures the wonder that comes with being a parent.

A warm and funny tribute to dads everywhere, and the perfect gift for Father's Day.

Details

ISBN13: 9781408374115
Format: Hardback
Number of Pages: 32
Edition:
Publication Date: 21 Jul 2026
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
Publication City, Country: London, United Kingdom
Dimensions (cm): 18.6(H)x18.4(L)x1(W)200
Weight (gm): 200

Author Biography

Forest Xiao is an image maker, storyteller, treasure finder, and new mother. She has lived in China, Germany, USA, UK, and Malaysia, which nourished her open heart and free spirit. She loves connecting with people and hearing stories. Forest aspires to create books that are life-giving, convey a sense of wonder and spark humour.

Forest obtained a BA in Graphic Design at Camberwell College of Art which led her to children's publishing. Then she found a sweet community on the MA in Children's Book Illustration at Cambridge School of Art. Graduating in 2023, Forest was a runner-up for the Sebastian Walker Prize 2023, highly commended by the 2022 Macmillan Prize for Children's Picture Book Illustration, and shortlisted for the Batsford Prize 2023. Forest was also one of the 2023 Bologna Illustrators Exhibition Winners.

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