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Book Cover for: Papa's Coming Home, Chasten Buttigieg

Papa's Coming Home

Chasten Buttigieg

A charming picture book about unconditional love from New York Times bestselling author Chasten Buttigieg, perfect for families who love each other the whole year through.

Jojo and Rosie's papa has been away on a trip, and they can't wait to welcome him home! They make signs, they pick flowers, and with Daddy's help, they bake a cake and pack the car with absolutely everything Papa might have missed while he was away.

When Papa's plane arrives, they give him a huge hug--but when they bring him to the car, they realize there's one small problem: Where will Papa sit?

Delightfully illustrated by Dan Taylor, this charming story filled with love celebrates dads and familial bonds. Chasten Buttigieg shines a beautiful light on the humorous musings of toddlers and a parent's unconditional love for their child.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Philomel Books
  • Publish Date: May 20th, 2025
  • Pages: 40
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 0.00in - 0.00in - 0.00in - 1.25lb
  • EAN: 9780593693988
  • Recommended age: 03-07
  • Categories: Family - ParentsLGBTQ+ - GeneralHumorous Stories

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About the Author

Chasten Glezman Buttigieg grew up in Northern Michigan. He is a teacher, advocate, and husband of former presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg. Chasten currently lives with Pete; their two children, Gus and Penelope; and their rescue dog, Buddy, in Traverse City, Michigan. His memoir I Have Something to Tell You was a New York Times bestseller, in both the adult and young adult editions. You can visit Chasten at ChastenWrites.com or follow him on Instagram @Chasten.Buttigieg and on Facebook at /ChastenButtigieg.

Dan Taylor is an internationally published children's illustrator and art teacher who lives in the United Kingdom with his partner, Sam. Though he can often be found illustrating picture books using his trusty iPad, he also enjoys getting messy with paint and crayons, and finds inspiration in the design and illustration work of the 1950s and '60s. You can visit Dan Taylor at DanTaylorIllustrator.co.uk or follow him on Instagram @DanTaylorIllustrator.

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