The Modern Dad - Louis Davis PRE-ORDER

Our ancestors crossed the ocean for us to achieve our wildest aspirations. Yet, in a world of relative abundance and seemingly endless choices, we face challenges like 'Has my kid been watching The Wiggles for too long?'

Louis Davis (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Whātua) is one of Aotearoa's most popular storytellers, with a combined global audience of three million people tuning in to see his heartfelt and funny videos about fatherhood, fishing and whānau life. But with several young children, Louis says his life as a stay-at-home dad is far from a model of perfect parenting: like everyone else, he can often feel like he's making it up along the way. 

The Modern Dad is the book for everyone who is either already in the parenting trenches or has just found out they're going to have a child. In his signature kind, funny and low-key tone, Louis walks you through the 'Am I ready?' panic response (and no, no-one is ever truly ready) and offers a practical and empathetic guide on how to be a loving partner and parent. From how to be helpful throughout the pregnancy stage and working out where to find your village, through to looking after yourself and your partner's mental health along the way, Louis tackles the big topics around both fatherhood and modern masculinity.

Author bio:

Louis Davis (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Whātua) is one of NZ's most popular personalities and was named NZ Tik Tok Creator of the Year in December last year, with 3m followers across his online platforms. Louis is a husband, stay-at-home father, adventurer, and successful content creator with over 2.2 million followers on TikTok and 860K on Instagram.

Known for his heartfelt storytelling, he shares relatable content about fatherhood, family, and everyday life that resonates with audiences worldwide.

His most popular video has reached nearly 100 million views, contributing to an impressive average of 200 million views per month across all platforms. Louis passionately challenges stereotypes about Māori fathers, showcasing a nurturing side that inspires many.