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The best books on fatherhood

10 great Father’s Day reads that celebrate the art and joy of parenting

Helmi Yusof

Helmi Yusof

Published Thu, Jun 15, 2023 · 06:00 PM
    • Illustration by Jon Cannell for Chris Peterson's book Dadskills, one of the best books to gift a new dad this Father's Day.
    • Illustration by Jon Cannell for Chris Peterson's book Dadskills, one of the best books to gift a new dad this Father's Day. PHOTO: COOL SPRINGS PRESS

    AS A father, you might be thinking: Who has time to read? Between juggling work, family and other priorities, the idea of finding a few hours to be alone and read sounds like a luxury. 

    But believe us when we say, some of the books on this list are worth making time for. (We say “some” because they’re all tailored to different readers.) They help you reflect not just on your role as a father, but also your power as a human being. They nudge you towards effecting change for a better home environment, but also inspire you to create a better world for just about everyone.

    From decades-old classics to current bestsellers, many of these books on fatherhood offer wisdom for the ages.

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