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Every Day Is Special with Dad: Perfect as a Father's Day gift to be shared, this beautiful, uplifting book celebrates all the sweet, joyous and fun ways dads are special

By Sarah Ayoub
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A heartfelt story about how dads (in all their different ways) are always there for you. Every day is special with you, Dad.When we're together, it makes me glad.I love all the moments that I have with you and I can count on you in all... Read More
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A heartfelt story about how dads (in all their different ways) are always there for you.


Every day is special with you, Dad.

When we're together, it makes me glad.

I love all the moments that I have with you

and I can count on you in all I do.

From fun days together to cheering on the sidelines to snuggly bedtime stories, this book is a celebration of how Dad makes every day special.

Joyous text by acclaimed author Sarah Ayoub, and bright and lively pictures by Kate Moon, create the perfect book for fathers and children to share together.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781460765654

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 30 June 2026

Country: Australia

Imprint: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Kate Moon
  • Illustrated by Kate Moon

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 300g

Pages: 24

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About the Author

Sarah Ayoub is a freelance journalist, author and academic based in Sydney, Australia. Her bylines have appeared in The Guardian, The Sydney Morning Herald, The Australian, Marie-Claire, ELLE, Sydney Review of Books, Meanjin and more, and she regularly appears at many of Australia's major literary festivals. She is the author of three teen novels, including the Inky-longlisted The Yearbook Committee, and five children's picture books, including The Love That Grew and How to Be a Friend. She holds a PhD in ethnic teen literature, is a sessional academic at the University of Sydney and sits on the board of the Australian Society of Authors. Kate Moon is an award-winning children's book illustrator known for her vibrant artwork that sparks joy and imagination. Growing up surrounded by crayons, she now brings stories to life with bold colours and playful characters. When she's not illustrating, Kate enjoys hiking and cuddling with her playful cat. She believes every picture tells a story and is passionate about sharing her love of storytelling with children everywhere!

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