Top 5 Books for Dad this Father’s Day

No matter what type of Dad you have (or are), we’re sure you’ll find something to read at the Library! Here are our top 5 suggestions:

For the Foodie Dad

The Aussie BBQ bible : 100+ recipes for the great outdoors

Since the dawn of man, weve been putting hunks of meat over the fire and salivating with anticipation while the roasty, meaty cooking smells draw a hungry crowd. We may have refined the process a little over the last 2.5 million years, but the fact is that searing a steak or a burger over a flame-licked grill is still one of the most satisfying ways to cook, especially for friends. This book is your guide to getting the absolute best out of your barbecue whether it’s a modest charcoal bucket or a gas-burning beast with all of the bells and whistles we’ve got the best recipes to please a crowd.

For the Modern Dad

The Father Hood : Inspiration for the New Dad Generation

Welcome to The Father Hood. Where we celebrate the growing tribe of hands-on dads who are discovering that becoming a father is the greatest opportunity a man can have to be better than he’s ever been before; stronger, wiser and more compassionate. But there is no instruction manual or benchmark for modern dads aside from one golden rule: keep showing up. The Father Hood is the guide to helping modern dads thrive and survive in the only job that really counts.

For the Adventure Dad

Private Rogue

In Afghanistan, a US Special Forces pilot is shot down during a covert mission. In New York, a mother is forced to flee with her two young children. A wealthy businessman approaches Jack Morgan, head of Private – the world’s largest investigation agency – with a desperate plea to track down his daughter and grandchildren, who have disappeared without a trace. What at first seems to be a simple missing persons case soon escalates into something much more deadly, when Jack discovers the daughter is being pursued by highly trained operatives. As Jack uncovers more of the woman’s backstory, the trail leads towards Afghanistan – where Jack’s career as a US Marine ended in catastrophe . . . Jack will need to face the trauma of his past to save a family’s future.

For the Sporty Dad

The Storm Within : The Autobiography of a Legend

Cameron Smith AM is the most decorated rugby league player of all time. The recipient of numerous Dally M and Golden Boot awards, he has starred in the toughest league competition on the planet every season since he made his NRL debut in 2002. He holds the State of Origin records for most appearances and most wins, as well as the NRL records for most games, goals, points scored, wins and appearances as captain. This book maps his unique journey in the game: an extraordinary look into the biggest matches and biggest moments, Smith describes his career with great colour and candour, outlining what it takes to climb to the highest level in sport.

Read with me, Daddy!

‘My Dad is Awesome’ by Bluey and Bingo

Everyone loves Bandit, especially Bluey and Bingo! Find out what makes this true blue dad so special in this hilarious and heartwarming book.

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