Daddy's Heroes Reviews

Showing Not Telling with Great Stories

"Daddy's Heroes" is a simple, clear, wonderful telling of that fantastic story of underdog victory, of the colorful characters who were no respecters of curses, of the bloody sock that signified their grit and determination against all sorts of no-one-has-ever-done-this-before odds.

Dad Today - June 2, 2011

Book Review: Daddy’s Heroes: Unforgettable Sports Moments To Share With Children

Looking for best bedtime story ever? Of course, any story a parent takes the time to read to their child, sharing time together, and instilling in them the love of reading is the best bedtime story ever...

By Christine E., Boston Red Thoughts - May 30, 2011

Father's Day Red Sox Children's Book

Don’t worry Red Sox fans, this isn’t just another book about the 2004 Red Sox! We thought that all of you fathers out there reading BloodySox would love an opportunity to engross your children in the Red Sox if they already aren’t...

By Andrew Rodriguez, Bloody Sox Blog - May 28, 2011

Daddy’s Heroes: Unforgettable Sports Moments to Share With Children by Tom Garcia and Karun Naga

I love the vision and story behind Daddy’s Heroes. Whether you’re a fan of sports or of reading, it will be hard to resist any of the books in the Daddy’s Heroes series. And what’s not to like? The books not only do a terrific job of bringing sports memories alive for dads to share with their kids, but also help strengthen the bond between fathers and their children.

By Chris Singer, BookDads.com - May 14, 2011

A Walk-Off Bedtime Story

If you know a Mets fan dad (ideally one of a young child), he's probably in need of a pick-me-up the way the team is playing in 2008... One possible gift (even if it's belated) would be a book I got in the mail today "The '86 Mets, Buckner & The Bambino," part of a series titled "Daddy's Heroes: Unforgettable Sports Moments To Share With Children."

MetsWalkOff.blogspot.com - June 13, 2008

Daddy's Favorite New Bedtime Stories!

Sports fans will rush home for bedtime stories with Daddy’s Heroes–tales for kids about some of the greatest moments in sports history!

By Stephanie, Tango Diva - February 15, 2008

A No-Brainer Dodger Holiday Gift

"Hey You Christmas-Shopping-Dodger-Fan-Parents, we've finally got a gift for you..."

By Aaron Jay Sapiro, Rockin' the Ravine - December 19, 2007

Overall Rating: Home Run

"Gibby's Homer is clearly a favorite of my 3-year old son. And it's certainly a book that I never grow tired of reading night after night! A must for all Dodgers fans with children."

By Robert Timm, dodgerdugout.com - December 8, 2007

Gibby's Homer: A Children's Story

"Tonight, I read to my kids Gibby's Homer, the first book in the Daddy's Heroes series, written by Tom Garcia and Karun Naga and illustrated by Jenifer J. Donnelly. It was a fun read . . ."

By Jon Weisman, dodgerthoughts.baseballtoaster.com - November 17, 2007

Daddy's Heroes in the News

Baseball Heroes Big Hit, Local Lawyer Relives Sports History in Children's Books

By Marilyn McMahon, Santa Barbara News-Press - July 23, 2008

Dad Combines Love of Reading, Parenting and Sports

By Beth Taylor-Schott, Santa Barbara Independent - December 13, 2007

Leading Off With a Homer

By Martha Lannan, Goleta Valley Voice - November 23, 2007