Duct Tape Dad, publishing May 5th by Beyond Publishing in Dallas, Texas, is a playful, rhyming adventure that captures the eternal optimism of dads everywhere, armed with their favorite tool—duct tape. Written by Dr. Amanda Meltzer, who publishes under the children’s pen name Binky Wellington, the book carries her signature catchphrase, “Duct Tape Dad: Love That Sticks,” and blends humor with heart to show how even the quirkiest fixes can create lasting family bonds.
Drawing on more than two decades of psychiatric expertise, Dr. Meltzer brings a rare blend of clinical insight and personal storytelling to her work. Her minimalist, whimsical storytelling style—reminiscent of Dr. Seuss, Roald Dahl, and David Walliams—makes complex emotional themes engaging and memorable. More than just a children’s book, Duct Tape Dad celebrates fatherhood through humor and real-life inspiration, making it a meaningful choice for parents and children alike.
The book embraces the idea that parenting doesn’t come with a manual and there’s no single “right” way to do it. Some solutions may look silly in the moment, but they can turn into lasting memories and even long-term answers. By redefining fatherhood, the book challenges old ideas of what it means to be a “good dad,” reminding readers that parenting is not about perfection or having all the answers—it’s about effort, presence, and finding unique ways to connect with children.
“Parenting is about finding joy in the unexpected,” said Dr. Meltzer. “You don’t have to be perfect to create solutions that stick. Sometimes the oddest ideas—like duct tape—became the ones we treasure most.”
The book also speaks to neurodivergent experiences, showing children and families that different ways of thinking and problem-solving can be strengths. By celebrating creativity and adaptability, Duct Tape Dad offers an inclusive message that embraces the beauty of diverse minds and reminds readers that love and effort matter more than perfection.
With its mix of whimsical rhyme, counting, and engaging storytelling, Duct Tape Dad helps children—and parents—learn valuable lessons in resilience, resourcefulness, and emotional intelligence.
About the Author
Dr. Amanda L. Meltzer, who writes under the children’s pen name Binky Wellington, is a double-boarded Adult, Child, and Adolescent Psychiatrist. With more than 20 years of experience, she specializes in ADHD and OCD, blending clinical expertise with creativity to make mental health approachable for families. Her playful storytelling shines through in Duct Tape Dad, a whimsical rhyming book that turns imperfect parenting moments into lasting memories. Guided by her catchphrase, “Duct Tape Dad: Love That Sticks,” Dr. Meltzer brings humor, heart, and optimism to both her medical practice and her writing, reminding readers that even the quirkiest solutions can hold families together.
About Duct Tape Dad
Duct Tape Dad is a hilarious rhyming adventure that celebrates the eternal optimism of dads everywhere, along with their all-time favorite tradie tool. Readers get to follow along as Duct Tape Dad’s home repairs escalate from reasonable renovation to problematic parenting culminating in a sticky situation for Mom…But, just when you think Dad’s duct tape days are over, a heartwarming twist proves that sometimes the silliest of solutions create the strongest bonds in the end.
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