Monty Don is best known as the main presenter of the BBC TV series Gardeners’ WorldRachael Davis Features Writer, Callum Crumlish Entertainment Editor and Jada Jones Content Commercialisation Editor
05:00, 20 May 2025
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It’s time to start mulling over what to gift dad for Father’s Day, but – notoriously – dads can be a hard bunch to satisfy. They likely have all the gardening tools, cycling gear, gaming accessories and golf kit they could ever need, making the search for a small yet meaningful Father’s Day present always somewhat challenging.
However, here’s something dad might not have thought of: indulging in an audiobook. Audiobooks are a fantastic way to increase reading time, as it’s easy to pop in headphones and go for a walk, do household chores or even listen whilst driving. If shoppers are on the hunt for the perfect Father’s Day gift, online audiobook and podcast service Audible is offering a one-month free premium plus trial.
After the initial month, it drops to £8.99 a month with a wealth of books to choose from. As this deal aligns perfectly with Father’s Day, it’s worth spotlighting some of the platform’s top picks for Dads.
Firstly, there’s Monty Don’s Down to Earth Gardening book which features gardening wisdom straight from Don himself – who is best known as the main presenter of the BBC TV series Gardeners’ World – including essential tips, knowledge and musings from his 50 years of gardening experience, reports the Express.
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Listeners not only get to hear Monty’s thoughts and garden ideas about nature, seasons, colour, design, pests and much more, but they also get to hear his actual voice as he narrates the entire book, reports The Mirror.
For those who aren’t particularly green-fingered, Don has another book available on Audible titled Nigel: My Family and Other Dogs. This heart-warming narrative explores the profound bonds we form with our pets, recounting tales of his own dog Nigel and other cherished dogs that have graced his life.
If your dad is more partial to fiction, there’s a vast array of James Patterson books accessible on Audible. His novels are celebrated for their elements of mystery, thriller and suspense, such as The Commuter.
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This riveting story follows a woman who stumbles upon a murder plot during her daily commute and finds herself ensnared in a perilous situation as she endeavours to thwart it. Alternatively, Richard Osman’s classic, The Thursday Murder Club, could be an ideal pick. This tale centres around four unlikely friends in a retirement village who convene weekly to probe unsolved murders.
However, matters escalate when a savage killing takes place right on their doorstep. With a film adaptation helmed by Chris Columbus set to premiere on Netflix soon, it might be wise for fathers to acquaint themselves with the mysteries before its August release.
While Audible is a top choice for numerous audiobook lovers, they’re not left without alternative platforms such as Spotify, which has an impressive collection of over 250,000 titles that Premium members can access each month at a cost of £11.99. Apple Books is also vying for attention by providing a service where users can buy and enjoy a wide range of audiobooks.
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Audible’s offerings are garnering high praise, exemplified by Don’s “Down to Earth”, which has earned an excellent 4.9 out of 5 stars from a total of 512 reviews. Listeners are sharing their enjoyment with comments such as: “One of the best books I have listened to. It’s like he is sitting there in the room with you and soooooo interesting. He has an approach like no other gardener when explaining everything in such a poetic and feeling way… Highly recommended.”
There’s an appreciation for the usability too, with feedback like: “Excellent. Instructions are great… Follow the book to a wonderful-looking garden.”
The admiration continues with others expressing: “Loved every minute of this book. I think I’m going to listen again right now.”
Nevertheless, not all the reviews are positive. A novice gardener observed: “As a not-even-beginner-yet gardener this book was an information overload. This is a book for the intermediate to experienced gardener to get new insights and inspiration.”
One reader praised the audiobook, stating: “Wonderful book read in his own charming and inimitable style. The only negative is the occasional speeding up, which is very hard to take in at times.”
For those in search of the ideal Father’s Day present, consider gifting your dad a full first month at no cost with Audible.