Bad Dad

Bad Dad is a heart-warming, high-speed adventure for children from the number one bestselling author David Walliams, beautifully illustrated by Tony Ross. This playful tale celebrates the many forms fatherhood can take—from tall to short, clever to silly—offering a funny, uplifting journey for readers who love warmth, laughter, and a dash of dare. Perfect for kids aged 7–11 who enjoy capers with family, courage, and a big dose of heart, Bad Dad is the kind of story you’ll want to reread again and again. Written with Walliams's brisk, witty voice and brought to life by Tony Ross's expressive illustrations, Bad Dad unfolds through accessible chapters that pace the action without losing the warmth. The book blends humor, action, and emotion in a riches-to-rags arc that follows a determined father and son on a high-stakes mission against the dastardly Mr Big. The storytelling offers quick, lively dialogue and playful scenes that invite both reading aloud and quiet reading, making the experience enjoyable whether at bedtime or during a family read-aloud session. Celebrates different types of dads and fatherhood experiences High-speed cops-and-robbers adventure with a brave father–son team Humor, warmth, and heart throughout the journey Bold illustrations by Tony Ross that lift the action and characters Engaging pacing with short chapters ideal for reading aloud or independently After finishing Bad Dad, readers will carry with them a sense of warmth and belonging, along with a grin at the comic escapades. The book invites kids to think about what makes a dad—whether big or small, loud or quiet—and to see courage and family as a shared adventure that endures beyond the last page.