Father’s Day is just around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about what book he’s going to enjoy this summer in his favorite lounge chair.
The Page Six team is back with their latest collection of book recommendations for Father’s Day 2026.
From an epic LitRPG book series to a children’s book perfect for fathers and sons, there’s something on this list for every dad.
“About 50 pages into reading this book, I went online and sent a copy to my stepdad. Dinniman’s series about a vet named Carl and his ex-girlfriend’s cat, Princess Donut, participating in an end-of-the-world intergalactic game show is blowing up right now — and for good reason. Everything about this book is creative, witty and I couldn’t put it down. While everyone should read this, I think dads would absolutely love it. — Lindsey Kupfer, Deputy Editor
“This is my go-to book suggestion for Dads or sports junkies, and there’s no better year to buy it than now, when the Knicks are hot! ‘Blood in the Garden: The Flagrant History of the 1990s New York Knicks’ will take any dad back to the wild ’90s. My Dad is a diehard Boston sports fan and he even loved this book. If that doesn’t sell you… then maybe the fact that it was on Obama’s annual book list will!” — Sarah Berman, Senior Strategist
“For dads who like to don an apron and get busy in the kitchen, you can’t go wrong with ‘The Greatest Traybake Cookbook Ever’ by John Gregory-Smith. Chock-full of delicious recipes that are super easy and sure to impress a crowd.” — Nicki Gostin, Reporter
“‘The Perfect Match’ by Chris Becker is a sweet and funny story that brings dads and kids together through a shared love of soccer, adventure, and imagination. It’s a perfect bedtime read for families looking to laugh, bond, and make memories together.” — Eric Todisco, Reporter
“My dad read and loved this nonfiction page-turner, which tells the story of a British warship that washed up on the coast of Brazil in 1842. Given it’s topped several bestseller lists, he’s hardly alone. (Plus, it’s written by the same author as ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’).” — Hannah Southwick, Commerce Editor
“Best known as the inspiration behind the classic 1989 Kevin Costner movie ‘Field of Dreams,’ ‘Shoeless Joe’ is a made-for-Father’s Day tale that perfectly melds sports with complicated family dynamics.
“‘If you build it, he will come,’ a voice tells Iowa farmer Ray Kinsella — seemingly bidding him to resurrect his baseball hero, Shoeless Joe Jackson, to play ball once more in a baseball field built in the center of a cornfield. Far more nuanced than the thoroughly likable film adaptation, the novel delves deeply into a fractured father-son dynamic that haunts its main character. It also explores the impact of memories and the power to bring back people from the dead.” — Audrey Rock, Reporter
“If dad is a history buff or interested in what is happening in the world right now, I highly recommend ‘King of Kings: The Iranian Revolution: A Story of Hubris, Delusion and Catastrophic Miscalculation’ by Scott Anderson. The Pulitzer Prize finalist recounts how the Shah fell from power and traces the rise of religious nationalism.” — Nicki Gostin, Reporter
“Jon Krakauer’s first-hand account of climbing Mount Everest during the deadly 1996 storm that killed 12 people had me hooked from the very start. I kept having to remind myself that this book was nonfiction. I feel like most people have read this book, but if your dad is into this type of book and hasn’t read it, I highly recommend it!” — Lindsey Kupfer, Deputy Editor
“I love following Steve Schirripa — and his adorable dachshund, Willie Boy — on social media. While his new children’s book, ‘Willie Boy Eats the World,’ would be perfect for a new dad, this ‘Sopranos’-themed tome is a great gift for anyone loves the iconic show.” — Hannah Southwick, Commerce Editor
“F. Scott Fitzgerald’s masterpiece, ‘The Great Gatsby’ is not only the great American novel — it’s also my father’s personal favorite. The book follows Nick Carraway’s friendship with his garish neighbor, Jay Gatsby, whose lavish parties are meant to attract the attention of his long-lost love, Daisy Buchanan. Fitzgerald weaves a poetically devastating 1920s Long Island tale that delves into ethical disillusionment, murder, and betrayal.” — Audrey Rock, Reporter
