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Papa's Coming Home

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On sale May 20, 2025 | 7 Minutes | 9798217072965
Age 3-7 years | Preschool - 2

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A charming audiobook 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 hugbut when they bring him to the car, they realize there's one small problem: Where will Papa sit?

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.
Praise for Papa's Coming Home:

"The author offers an affectionate portrait of the everyday domestic life of a same-sex family unit . . . many kids and adults will be pleased to see their experiences reflected on the page." —Kirkus Reviews
© Carina Teoh
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 Facebook.com/ChastenButtigieg. View titles by Chasten Buttigieg

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A charming audiobook 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 hugbut when they bring him to the car, they realize there's one small problem: Where will Papa sit?

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.

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Praise for Papa's Coming Home:

"The author offers an affectionate portrait of the everyday domestic life of a same-sex family unit . . . many kids and adults will be pleased to see their experiences reflected on the page." —Kirkus Reviews

Author

© Carina Teoh
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 Facebook.com/ChastenButtigieg. View titles by Chasten Buttigieg
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