I signed a book deal over summer.

It’s a work of creative non-fiction with a 2018 publication date for a small UK publisher. There’s a lot of research ahead before my deadline next spring.

But I don’t mind. It’s a project close to my heart as it revolves around a key topic: fatherhood.

As such, I’m now collecting stories from men with extraordinary tales to tell about how fatherhood has changed their perspective on life.

That’s where you come in.

I’m trying to compile a set of top tips for dads — bons mots  to inspire future fathers and share your wealth of experience.

Please tweet me with your 140-characater tips, using the hashtag #80dadstips. I’ll compile the best and credit your contributions in the final draft.

Over to you.

Follow me on Twitter @atkinsondavid.

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