Things My Son Needs to Know About The World by Fredrik Backman

Things My Son Needs to Know About The World—a most heartwarming collection of letters from a dad to his son—Fredrik Backman's witty take on navigating the wild ride of parenthood.

Packed with humor, wisdom, and genuine moments that'll make you laugh and think in equal measure, this book captures what it really means to raise a kid in today's world.

Perfect for new parents, seasoned dads, or anyone who appreciates honest, hilarious reflections on family life.

From the 13 million copy internationally bestselling author of A Man Called Ove

"You can be whatever you want to be, but that's nowhere near as important as knowing that you can be exactly who you are"

In between the sleep-obsessed lows and oxytocin-fuelled highs, Backman takes a step back to share his own experience of fatherhood and how he navigates such unchartered territory.

Part memoir, part manual, part love letter to his son, this book relays the big and the small lessons in life.

As he watches his son take his first steps into the world, he teaches him how to navigate both love—and IKEA—and tries to explain why, sometimes, his dad might hold his hand just a little bit too tightly.

This is an irresistible and insightful collection from one of the world's most beautiful storytellers—the bestselling author of A Man Called Ove and Beartown.

Praise for Fredrick Backman's Things My Son Needs to Know About The World:

"A mature, compassionate novel"
—Sunday Times

"Will, funny, and almost unbearably moving"
—Daily Mail

"You'll love this engrossing novel"
—People

"Backman is a masterful writer"
—Kirkus Review