Stuck for Father’s Day gift ideas? You don’t have to be a bookworm to appreciate a good book, and there’s just about something for every dad in this round-up.
Even if they never get read, these cool and stylish books will look great sitting on a shelf somewhere. Plus, books are like really easy to wrap…
1. Wicked Good Barbecue – Andy Husbands and Chris Hart with Andrea Pyenson
If you know a dad who thinks he is King of the Barbecue (what man doesn’t?), this is the book for him. Wicked Good Barbecue reveals pitmasters Andy Husbands and Chris Hart’s secrets – from the recipe that won the Jack Daniel’s World Championship Invitational, to the 25-step championship chicken that melts in your mouth, to the American Royal beef brisket, hardest to master and unforgettable when it’s done right. Sounds delicious.
2. The Joy of Sheds – Frank Hopkinson
Every man needs a man cave, and that man cave, for many, comes in the form of a shed. This book is a shed miscellany that chronicles a man’s need for a small space on his own. It’s a humorous look at every aspect of the shed experience, mixed with shed facts and some practical information such as how to ‘pimp your shed’ too.
3. Life Hacks – Dan Marshall
A handy guide to tackling little annoyances before they turn into big problems, Life Hacks will help solve dozens of everyday dilemmas. This fully illustrated manual covers everything from nifty electric cable management to ingenious cooking methods and much, much, more.
4. Dirty Food – Carol Hilker
There’s no denying that dirty food is the best worst food you can eat. With the help of this book dads can create gourmet versions of all their guiltiest gastronomic pleasures – such as a pulled pork pretzel bun, the ultimate grilled cheese sandwich and Chicago-style baby back ribs.
5. Sportographica – Martin and Simon Toseland
Packed with information, facts and figures, Sportographica is the perfect read for fans of all sport. It combines sporting statistics from around the world with stylish and memorable infographics – including the youngest-ever Formula One winners, the world’s richest sports teams, the oldest sporting rivalries and the worst footballers’ hairstyles.
6. From Dude to Dad: The Diaper Dude Guide to Pregnancy – Hugh Weber
From Dude to Dad contains absolutely no expert advice or medical guidance, which is good news for any expectant dad who would rather pass on reading about mucus plugs and colostrum. What readers will find is a candid, quick and often irreverent roadmap for making the most of their own personal transition from Dude to Dad.
