James Patterson: The No. 1 Dad Book (UK 2026)

From the Publisher:
A fast, funny and heartfelt read' - Mel Robbins, bestselling author of The Let Them Theory
'Hilarious and sharp... Everything (and more) about being a dad' - Ron Howard, Academy-Award winning filmmaker
'A beautiful reminder that the most important stories often start at home' - Viola Davis, EGOT-winning actress and producer

The quick and accessible guide to being the best dad you can be from the Sunday Times bestselling author, the perfect gift for dads new and old.

James Patterson did the parenting homework so you don't have to - at least not as much. He talked to lots of experts, and lots of dads, and lots of experts who are also dads. He read everything he could. Then he wrote and rewrote this book for dads everywhere.

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 nappies.
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.

James Patterson: The No. 1 Dad Book. Be the Best Dad You Can Be. Penguin, ISBN: 9781804956908 (Juni, 2026), 192 p., £10.99, eBook £7.99.

James Patterson: The #1 Dad Book (USA 2025)

From the Publisher:
Dad, your new life begins in one hour. I did the homework, so you don't have to do as much. I talked to lots of experts, and lots of dads, and lots of experts who are also dads. I read everything I could. Then I wrote and rewrote this book, filled with steps you can take to become a better dad...

Start with a hug.
Talk to them before they can speak.
Then talk about everything.
Read to your kids. Then flip things around. Let them read to you.
Tell your kids your story.
Help them discover who they are. Deep down inside.
Have your kids' backs. One day, they'll have yours.
Every day, just show up.

James Patterson: The #1 Dad Book. Be the Best Dad You Can Be in 1 Hour. Little, Brown, & Co., ISBN: 9780316585071 (July, 2025), 177 p., $25.00, eBook $14.99.