B&N Reads, Fathers Day

Father’s Day Gift Guide

Father’s Day is quickly approaching, and it is a truth universally acknowledged that dads are notoriously hard to buy gifts for. So, we’ve compiled a list of books perfect for all the different types of dads out there! Whether they’re sporty, nerdy, a history buff, or in love with grilling, we have the perfect selection of books for dad for you to choose from! 

Sports Dad 

If your dad is more often found either playing or watching sports, then we have the perfect set of books for him! From exploring the Sierra Nevadas, golf aficionados who adore the sport, baseball fans who would love to hear from a 5-time world champion, a humorous exploration of the land based on one man’s journey across America, and of course, a book full of dad jokes to bring more puntastic jokes into your dad’s world, these books will fuel any dad’s love of sports and the outdoors! 

Nerd Dad 

Brotherhood (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Star Wars)

Brotherhood (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Star Wars)

By Mike Chen

Hardcover $28.99

The Amazing Spider-Man

The Amazing Spider-Man

By Stan Lee , Steve Ditko
Foreword by Jason Reynolds
Introduction Ben Saunders
Editor Ben Saunders

Hardcover $50.00

Captain America

Captain America

By Jack Kirby , Joe Simon , Stan Lee , Jim Steranko , John Romita Sr
Foreword by Gene Luen Yang
Introduction Ben Saunders
Editor Ben Saunders

Hardcover $50.00

Black Panther

Black Panther

By Don McGregor , Rich Buckler , Billy Graham , Stan Lee , Jack Kirby
Foreword by Nnedi Okorafor
Introduction Qiana J. Whitted
Editor Ben Saunders

Hardcover $50.00

Chainsaw Man, Vol. 11

Chainsaw Man, Vol. 11

By Tatsuki Fujimoto

Paperback $11.99

The Joy of Science

The Joy of Science

By Jim Al-Khalili

Hardcover $16.95

For the dads that find themselves enjoying the more stereotypical “nerdy” things (we say as self-proclaimed nerds) like Star Wars, Marvel, manga, and science, then we have the absolute perfect books for you to gift the father figure in your life! With a new addition to the Star Wars universe, collectible editions of beloved Marvel comics, the newest volume in a popular manga series, and must-read science books, these books make the perfect addition to any nerd dad’s library! 

History Buff/Literary Dad 

It’s no secret that many dads love history. So, when we were thinking about the perfect gift for Father’s Day, we simply had to include a section of books that will satisfy any dad wondering what happened in ancient empires, how American symbols and culture came to be, or an inside look at a beloved and incredibly prolific author’s life. 

Grill Dad 

If your dad is the type to spend hours grilling food for the family, his happy place, then we have some spectacular suggestions for him! For a wide variety of abilities and interests, these fantastic cookbooks will satisfy cravings and feed both family and friends delicious food! They truly are the gifts that just keep giving!