Disaster Dad: Fun Day Fiasco
THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER
Published on 21. May 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
160 pages
978-1-80418-893-4 (ISBN)
Description
'Even sillier than the reddest pair of underpants, this is packed with action, antics and the groaniest of dad jokes' - Shane Hegarty, author of the Boot series
'Donncha is back with another dad-sized dollop of disaster! Jam-packed with delicious doughnuts, wind-borne wellies and supermodel mutts, this chronicle of calamity is fantastic fun for all the family ... and their dog!' - Alan Nolan, author of the Molly and Bram series
Irish rugby star and media personality Donncha O'Callaghan is back with another laugh-out-loud family story, written with Blue Peter Book Club author Karen Owen and illustrated by Jenny Taylor.
When Finn, Emma, Dad and Mum participate in a family fun day to raise money for charity, their competitive nature is revealed!
When the family discover that Dad's arch-rival is also competing in the family fun day, Dad is determined to win! With a welly-throwing competition, wacky races and a talent show to prepare for, the family are on a strict NO DOUGHNUTS diet and training regime. But will their efforts be enough to win the prize?
Full of mishaps and chaos, this hilarious story is sure to delight all readers aged 7+, and is perfect for fans of Dermot O'Leary, Jeremy Strong and Pamela Butchart.
Also available - Disaster Dad: Chicken Chaos.
'Donncha is back with another dad-sized dollop of disaster! Jam-packed with delicious doughnuts, wind-borne wellies and supermodel mutts, this chronicle of calamity is fantastic fun for all the family ... and their dog!' - Alan Nolan, author of the Molly and Bram series
Irish rugby star and media personality Donncha O'Callaghan is back with another laugh-out-loud family story, written with Blue Peter Book Club author Karen Owen and illustrated by Jenny Taylor.
When Finn, Emma, Dad and Mum participate in a family fun day to raise money for charity, their competitive nature is revealed!
When the family discover that Dad's arch-rival is also competing in the family fun day, Dad is determined to win! With a welly-throwing competition, wacky races and a talent show to prepare for, the family are on a strict NO DOUGHNUTS diet and training regime. But will their efforts be enough to win the prize?
Full of mishaps and chaos, this hilarious story is sure to delight all readers aged 7+, and is perfect for fans of Dermot O'Leary, Jeremy Strong and Pamela Butchart.
Also available - Disaster Dad: Chicken Chaos.
Reviews / Votes
'Silly, chaotic and great fun - you'll want to read it again and again' -- Brian O'Driscoll 'At last! A book that perfectly captures the goofy kind of love that dads have with their kids. Terrible jokes, embarrassing moments and unbridled adoration. Mums get a pass on this occasion!' -- Ryan Tubridy 'Even sillier than the reddest pair of underpants, this is packed with action, antics and the groaniest of dad jokes' -- Shane Hegarty * author of the Boot series * 'Donncha is back with another dad-sized dollop of disaster! Jam-packed with delicious doughnuts, wind-borne wellies and supermodel mutts, this chronicle of calamity is fantastic fun for all the family ... and their dog!' -- Alan Nolan * author of the Molly and Bram series *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bonnier Books Ltd
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 7 to 9 years
Dimensions
Height: 128 mm
Width: 198 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
118 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-80418-893-4 (9781804188934)
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Persons
Donncha O'Callaghan (Author)
Donncha O'Callaghan is one of Ireland's most recognisable faces in the world of sport, TV and radio. The rugby legend, who played for Munster, Ireland and the Lions, has turned his attention to broadcasting in recent years and become a firm favourite with both listeners and viewers across RTE on the 2FM Breakfast Show, Ireland's Fittest Family and The Full Irish Hidden Camera Show. Donncha is also a devoted husband and father-of-four. Disaster Dad: Chicken Chaos is his first book.
Karen Owen (Author)
Karen Owen is the author of the Major and Mynah series, amongst others. She was brought up in Kent and currently lives in London. She has loved books from a young age and read every children's title in the village library. She spends her days in a variety of imaginary worlds, either writing or reading. Her favourite story is always the one she is creating at the moment. She enjoys hiking and her ambition is to walk the coast of Great Britain (but not all in one go).
Jenny Taylor (Illustrator)
Jenny Taylor is a freelance illustrator, graphic designer and self-confessed biscuit lover specialising in fun and quirky children's book illustration. Originally hailing from Falkirk, Scotland, well-known for its magical horse heads, she now lives in Preston where she works as a full-time illustrator.
Donncha O'Callaghan is one of Ireland's most recognisable faces in the world of sport, TV and radio. The rugby legend, who played for Munster, Ireland and the Lions, has turned his attention to broadcasting in recent years and become a firm favourite with both listeners and viewers across RTE on the 2FM Breakfast Show, Ireland's Fittest Family and The Full Irish Hidden Camera Show. Donncha is also a devoted husband and father-of-four. Disaster Dad: Chicken Chaos is his first book.
Karen Owen (Author)
Karen Owen is the author of the Major and Mynah series, amongst others. She was brought up in Kent and currently lives in London. She has loved books from a young age and read every children's title in the village library. She spends her days in a variety of imaginary worlds, either writing or reading. Her favourite story is always the one she is creating at the moment. She enjoys hiking and her ambition is to walk the coast of Great Britain (but not all in one go).
Jenny Taylor (Illustrator)
Jenny Taylor is a freelance illustrator, graphic designer and self-confessed biscuit lover specialising in fun and quirky children's book illustration. Originally hailing from Falkirk, Scotland, well-known for its magical horse heads, she now lives in Preston where she works as a full-time illustrator.