Why Father’s Day Sells More Personalized Books Than Mother’s Day
The Su![]()
rprising Reason Why Dads Get More Custom Book Love
When it comes to gifting, Father’s Day might not get the same sentimental spotlight as Mother’s Day (and let’s be honest, Moms are the best!). But when it comes to personalized books, the tables totally turn. Believe it or not, Father’s Day consistently sees a spike in sales of personalized books for fathers, often surpassing those for moms. So, what’s behind this unexpected trend? One word: moms.
Moms Are the Real MVPs of Father’s Day Gifts
When it comes to Father’s Day, here’s a fun little secret: most of those super-sweet personalized books for dads? Yeah… Dad didn’t buy them. Mom did.
Yup, behind every “#1 Dad” storybook or “Best Dad Ever” personalized photo book, there’s usually a brilliant, thoughtful mom pulling the strings and making magic happen. Whether she’s helping the kids pick something meaningful or doing the shopping solo because her toddler’s only gift idea is “snacks,” moms are the real MVPs of Father’s Day gifts.
Because let’s face it—moms just get it. They know Dad doesn’t need another grill set, screwdriver, or novelty socks. What he does need is a heart-melting, tear-jerking, proud-dad-moment kind of gift. You know, something that says, “We love you, you big softie,” but in a personalized book with cartoons and custom messages.
And who’s better at sniffing out the perfect gift for dad than Mom? Nobody. She’s got a sixth sense for the stuff that actually matters—like capturing those messy, magical moments of fatherhood in a custom photo book that’ll sit proudly on the shelf… right next to his fantasy football trophy.
So hats off (and bookmarks out) for the moms making Father’s Day one for the books—literally. You’re not just finding a gift. You’re creating a memory, a keepsake, and probably a tear or two from the big guy.
Let’s hear it for the moms who make Father’s Day awesome—because without you, he’d probably be unwrapping socks. Again.
The Rise of Personalized Books for Dad
In recent years, personalized books for dads have taken the gift-giving world by storm. From custom storybooks starring dad and the kids, to personalized photo books capturing a lifetime of memories, the options are endless.
Brands like Wonderbly, Librio, and From Lucy & Co. have made it easier than ever to create custom books for dads that celebrate their role in the family in a truly one-of-a-kind way. Dads are notoriously hard to shop for, which is why personalized Father’s Day gifts have become a go-to for anyone looking to give something truly meaningful.
Why Dads Are the Kings of Custom Books
Let’s be real—shopping for Dad is tough. He probably doesn’t want another tie, coffee mug, or set of grill tools. That’s where personalized books for fathers come in. These heartfelt keepsakes hit the sweet spot between practical and sentimental.
Whether it’s a customized storybook where he’s the superhero or a personalized photo book filled with family adventures, these Father’s Day gifts stand out because they’re thoughtful, unique, and totally one-of-a-kind.
Why Personalized Books Make the Best Father’s Day Gifts
Still wondering what makes personalized books for Father’s Day so popular? Here’s why they top the charts when it comes to gifts for dad:
- They’re memorable: A personalized book where Dad is the hero? That’s a gift he’ll never forget.
- They’re emotional: These books are designed to pull at the heartstrings—in the best way possible.
- They’re easy to create: With just a few clicks, you can design a personalized book for Dad he’ll treasure forever.
- They’re perfect for all dads: Whether he’s a new dad, stepdad, or grandpa, there’s a custom book out there just for him.
The Personalized Photo Book: A Timeless Favorite
Another Father’s Day favorite? The personalized photo book. These beautifully crafted keepsakes tell Dad’s story through pictures—from baby’s first steps to spontaneous backyard adventures. Personalized photo books for dads capture the love, laughter, and chaos of real life in a way no gadget or golf club ever could.
Make This Father’s Day One for the Books
While Mother’s Day might win when it comes to flowers and fancy brunches, Father’s Day gifts are going deeper—straight to the heart. Thanks to the creativity (and emotional genius) of moms everywhere, personalized books for dads are flying off the shelves.
These aren’t just presents—they’re stories, memories, and the ultimate “we love you” in book form. So this year, skip the socks. Say it with a story. And make Dad the star of his very own personalized book.
Who Will You Make a Book For Today?
General Questions
Manimal Tales is a publisher of beautifully illustrated personalized books. We have personalized books for children and adults. From birthday books to new baby tales, and from bedtime stories to ABC books, we have custom books for all occasions!
We even offer PhotoStories, our personalized picture books with photos.
At Manimal Tales, we fervently believe every child should be the hero of their own story!
Personalized books (or custom books as they are sometimes referred to) allow the reader to become the hero of the story - literally.
The main character in the story is the reader / receiver of the book, and is represented by an avatar that looks like them. There are usually lots of additional personalized details printed in the stories, including the receiver's name, age, family members and more.
Our PhotoStories offer a whole new level of personalization by allowing you to add your own photos into the story and have them printed out with the book.
Browse through our collection of custom books to see which ones work for your loved ones!
It's super easy to personalize your own book!
Browse through our collection of personalized stories and select the titles you want. On the product page, add the details required to personalize the book (name, age, family members, photos etc.). You can then preview the entire book before you buy, so you know exactly what you're going to get!
Once you're satisfied, add the book to your cart, enter your payment details and your unique, one-of-a-kind personalized book will arrive on your doorstep in 6 to 9 days!
The short answer is that it depends on the personalized book title in question!
All books will have your loved one as the main protagonist and their name will be printed on the book cover as well as in the story.
In some of our books like Dreamland and What Will I Be? the (the An ABC Story) your loved one's name is printed on every page.
In our Manimal Tales series, in addition to your child's name, you can select an avatar that looks like your child.
In our custom baby tales, Your Baby's Story and Your Baby's Story (Sibling version), you have to enter names and select avatars for the parents and the siblings as well.
And for our PhotoStories, you can further customize the books by uploading and adding your own photos directly into the book. The stories have been written to incorporate the photos as part of the story itself.
Whichever personalized book you do choose, we guarantee your loved one's will love our custom tales just as much as we do!
We have books for all ages and occasions! On the menu bar at the top of the page you can filter through our collections of personalized books by a variety of different criteria.
We have personalized books for:
We also offer custom books with engaging stories about:
- Standing up for your beliefs
We have personalized books across all ages:
Lastly we have our PhotoStories, which allow users to upload photos and have them become part of the story!
Nothing beats getting a book with your name on it!
Personalized books are treasured and loved by all, and make great keepsakes.
We offer custom books for all occasions, ensuring you will always find a book to meet your needs.
You can always reach us by filling out our Contact Form.