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Your Story, Dad

A guided keepsake journal
By Penguin Random House Australia
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Your Story, Dad is a guided journal for dads that will serve as a bridge between generations, a great conversation starter, and a cherished collection of family history. Families are rich with stories, but often these go undocumented and uncelebrated. This journal empowers dads to capture... Read More
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Your Story, Dad is a guided journal for dads that will serve as a bridge between generations, a great conversation starter, and a cherished collection of family history.

Families are rich with stories, but often these go undocumented and uncelebrated. This journal empowers dads to capture their life experiences.

Dads will assume the role of author to their own story, inspired by a series of nostalgic prompts to jog their memory. From questions about their early years covering family, friends, interests, and holidays to reflective questions that delve into their values as an adult, this journal offers hundreds of prompts.

A perfect Father's Day gift, Your Story, Dad is something family members will be able to look back on and cherish for years to come.

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ISBN: 9781761353260

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 August 2025

Country: Australia

Imprint: Penguin Random House Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 161.0mm

Height: 212.0mm

Weight: 546g

Pages: 192

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