Papa's Coming Home

Name: Papa's Coming Home
Brand: Penguin Random House
Availability: InStock
Author: Chasten Buttigieg
ISBN: 9798217072958

Author: Chasten Buttigieg

Narrator: Chasten Buttigieg

Unabridged: 6 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Listening Library

Published: 05/20/2025

Categories: Children's Fiction, Children's Lifestyles, Children's Humor

Synopsis

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 hug—but 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.

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.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Mary on May 21, 2025

Chasten did with this book what is SO NEEDED in picture books these days - he made representation normal, not a big deal - just a sweet family story about a sweet family that just happens to have two dads. While representation with discussion about its importance is necessary, there also comes a tim......more

Goodreads review by Aaron on May 25, 2025

Rosie and Jojo have just learned from Daddy that their Papa is going to be coming home, and they want to make his return special. With Daddy's events they do everything from making welcome-home signs and backing a cake to collecting all of their Papa's favorite things so he will get to see them righ......more

Goodreads review by Heather on May 29, 2025

There are all sorts of families in the world, and this one with Rosie, JoJo, Papa, Daddy, and Butter is loving and completely adorable! The text and illustrations are utterly charming. I bought my copy to read and then donate to a Little Free Library, but I don't want to let it go. I may have to buy......more

Goodreads review by Keith on May 16, 2025

In this wholesome and heartwarming children’s book, Dad and his two children Jojo and Rosie (and their dog Butter!) make plans to welcome Papa home from his travels. A perfect tale of love and family.......more

Quotes

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