I’ve found the perfect subscription gift for difficult dads this Father’s Day – it’s FREE for a month
FATHER’S Day is fast approaching, but dads aren’t always the easiest to buy for.
But I’ve found the perfect solution: a 30-day free trial of Audible, with plans starting at just £5.99 a month after.
Audible, 30-day free trial (renews from £5.99/month)
If your dad is anything like mine, finding the right gift can feel like a bit of a mission.
Whenever I ask him what he’d like, I get the same familiar, “I don’t need anything,” response.
It’s one of those answers that’s both endearing and maddening, making the whole gift-giving process feel more complicated.
This year, though, I think I’ve found the perfect solution in Amazon’s Audible subscription.
Having used Audible myself for the better part of a year, I can confidently say it’s an ideal gift for dads who are impossible to shop for.
And with Father’s Day just around the corner on June 15th, it’s what I’ll be gifting my dad this year.
It’s something he wouldn’t think to buy for himself, and honestly, it beats yet another “Best Dad” mug or novelty socks by a mile.
The standard Audible subscription starts with a 30-day free trial and includes one audiobook per month, all for just £5.99 after the trial ends.
If you’re feeling generous or just want to make a bigger impression, the premium plan is worth considering.
With a premium subscription, your dad receives one credit each month to select any audiobook he wants, which he can keep even after the membership ends.
Plus, there’s unlimited access to over 10,000 additional titles and Audible Originals through the Plus Catalogue.
That’s the option I’m going with, because it feels like a thoughtful gift, even if you’re buying at the twelfth hour.
It gives him a whole month to explore Audible’s library, while giving me a chance to give a gift that feels more personal.
If your dad’s new to audiobooks and not sure where to start, Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey is a great shout, with a mix of stories, reflections, and odd bits of wisdom.
My own dad is a huge footie fan, with a small collection of football memoirs.
There are loads of great ones on Audible, including Alex Ferguson’s leadership lessons or Steven Gerrard’s stories from the pitch.
But whether he’s more into fiction or thrillers, the bestseller section is full of options that’ll keep him entertained.
All in all, Audible is a solid, no-fuss gift that shows you’ve thought about what he’d enjoy and will get you in his good books.
Audible, 30-day free trial (renews from £5.99/month)
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