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My Dad and Me — book cover
My Dad and Me — a family reading moment
My Dad and Me — product card
My Dad and Me — product card
My Dad and Me — product card
My Dad and Me — product card
My Dad and Me — product card

My Dad and Me

The adventure where your dad and you become the heroes.

5,0/5

(9 reviews)

79,90 €-50 % Launch offer

A personalized book celebrating the unique bond between a child and their father — a story made to share on Father's Day.

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  • Custom illustrations
  • Express delivery in 7 days
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№ 01 · Review

« The first time I read it to Leo, he pointed at the last page and said: look daddy, that's us. »

— Matthew, parent of Leo (4 years) · Manchester · ★★★★★

  • A complete story

    10 or 20 chapters + intro + conclusion

  • Personalised

    Name, photos, hobbies — one of a kind for your child

  • Premium format

    Hardcover binding, same beautiful size for all ages, thick matte paper, premium quality

  • Express delivery

    Printed copy delivered in 7 days · digital version ready in 24 h

№ 03 · Preview

Illustrations taken from real books, where a child and their dad share the adventure together. Each one was crafted for a specific family.

12 scenes · real books · hero + dad

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№ 02 · Our promise

Every Real Big Stories book passes through the hands of a creative team that follows a strict editorial charter: what they choose to write — and what they refuse to write, even if asked.

It's those refusals that make the difference between a gift book you read again and again, and one you forget.

— , on every copy of My Dad and Me.

What we do

  • An emotional arc of doubt → trust → pride
  • A scene where the duo combines their strengths
  • A real question from a child, an honest answer
  • A warm golden afternoon light on key scenes
  • A dad-and-child scene side by side or on shoulders

What we won't do

  • Dad solving everything on his own
  • Forced or heavy-handed morals
  • "Separation" or parental loss story arcs
  • Unresolved family conflict
  • Dramatic climaxes with no real emotion

№ 02b · The book up close

Your child's name, their dad's photo, and in between an adventure only your family could live. A gift they'll come back to long after Father's Day.

Finding a Father's Day gift that truly resonates is rare. This personalized book puts your child's name and their dad's photo at the heart of a story only your family could live — perfect to give on Father's Day, or any day you want to say thank you in a way that lasts.

In My Dad and Me, your child and their father set off together on an adventure that feels like them. At first, your child doubts themselves. Dad encourages without stepping in — and it's their trust in each other that carries them through. The final scene isn't spectacular, it's real: a shared glance, a quiet pride, a moment they'll both carry for years.

This personalized dad and child book avoids everything that rings hollow: no forced moral, no all-knowing dad who swoops in to save the day. Just a duo learning to count on each other, across pages where our illustrators pour in the golden light of those late-afternoon moments you never forget.

Every copy is printed in large A4 landscape format (29.7 × 21 cm), with a hardcover board binding that holds up to nightly re-reads. The dad who receives it will find his name tied to something no other unique Father's Day gift can offer: an adventure with his child, told forever.

  • Child's name woven into every chapter — never just tacked on at the end
  • Dad's photo shared with our creative team to inspire every illustration
  • 28 or 48 pages depending on the version chosen (0–2, 3–5, 6–8, or 9+ years)
  • Emotional arc of doubt → trust → pride validated by our editorial team
  • Cover featuring dad and child together — never one without the other

Father's Day in the US falls on the third Sunday in June. With express 7-day delivery, order ideally 10 to 12 days before the big day for comfortable peace of mind. Really leaving it late? The 24h PDF version arrives by email the next day — perfect to give on the day itself and receive the printed book a little later.

A father-son story or a father-daughter story, depending on your child: the narrative adapts, the illustrations too, and the result is still that precious object you read snuggled up with Dad on the sofa. Build your copy in just a few minutes — our creative team takes care of the rest.

№ 04 · Stories waiting to be told

Visual preview of the The Quest archetype

The child sets off on a quest for a precious object in an unknown place. Dad comes along, not knowing the whole journey is actually to give him the treasure at the end. Climax: the reveal and the offering, in a moment of shared emotion.

  1. That morning, the child slips a secret map into their pocket — Dad suspects nothing.
  2. The duo faces three challenges together. Dad carries the child when the path grows narrow.
  3. At the summit, the child opens the box — and holds it out to Dad. The look they share lasts longer than any words could.

For every book, our creative team selects the arc that best captures your duo — the one you'll recognise the moment you read it together.

№ 05 · FAQs

The most common questions about My Dad and Me — answered honestly, with nothing left out.

What age is this book best suited for?

There are four versions to choose from. Ages 0–2: the text is very short and sensory — designed to be read aloud snuggled up with Dad, with illustrations that carry all the emotion. Ages 3–5: a simple, concrete story built around a small shared adventure. Ages 6–8: richer dialogue and real narrative tension — finding courage together. Ages 9+: the tone moves closer to a short novel, with a more nuanced emotional depth: moments of doubt, honest conversations. The content, illustrations and vocabulary are fully tailored to whichever version you choose.

Can I give it to more than one dad — a grandfather, uncle or stepfather?

Absolutely — it's actually a gift that lends itself beautifully to extended families. Each book is unique, so each order needs its own details (child's name + photo of the relevant dad). If you order multiple books at the same time, our volume discount applies automatically. To make delivery easy, you can enter a different shipping address for each copy.

When should I order to get it in time for Father's Day?

Father's Day falls on the third Sunday in June. With express delivery, allow 7 days — so order at least 10–12 days before the big day for comfortable peace of mind. If you're really cutting it close, the digital version (PDF) is ready in 24 hours, ideal for gifting on the day and receiving the printed book shortly after. For any firm deadline, reach out to hello@realbigsories.com.

What are the delivery times?

Our express delivery takes 7 days within mainland UK — the safe option if you need the book by a specific date. Standard delivery takes 10 to 15 working days when there's no rush. In a real hurry? The digital version (PDF) is ready within 24 hours of your order being confirmed. For international deliveries, allow extra time depending on the destination. You'll receive a tracking number by email as soon as your order ships. Any questions? Drop us a line at hello@realbigstories.com.

What size is the book, and how many pages does it have?

The book is A4 landscape format (29.7 × 21 cm when closed) — perfect for reading together side by side or laying flat on a table. The standard version has 10 illustrated chapters, plus an introduction and conclusion, coming to around 28 pages in total. The long version is nearly twice that, with 20 chapters and roughly 48 pages. Each chapter features a full-page illustration paired with text tailored to your child's age.

What's the print and paper quality like?

Printed on thick, premium matte paper. The hardcover is sturdy and the same high quality across all age ranges. The binding is sewn and glued to last — this is a book built to be read a hundred times, not to gather dust at the back of a drawer.

Can I make changes after placing my order?

Yes — as long as your book hasn't gone to print yet, which is usually within the first few hours after ordering. Get in touch as quickly as possible at hello@realbigstories.com with your order number and the change you need (a misspelled name, a photo to swap, a character to adjust). Once printing has started, we're unable to make any further changes.

What if I'm not happy with the result?

If something isn't right — a printing defect, a quality issue, or an illustration that doesn't look like your child — contact us as soon as possible after receiving your order at hello@realbigstories.com. We'll either reprint or give you a full refund, no questions asked. It doesn't happen often, but when it does, we make it right.

Are my photos and personal data safe?

Absolutely. Your photos are used solely to create your book. They are never shared, never used for anything else, and we'll delete them from our servers upon request. All our partners — payment, hosting, and printing — are fully GDPR compliant.

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