Finding the perfect Father’s Day gift isn’t always easy. For dads who already seem to have everything, traditional gifts like wallets, mugs, watches and gadgets often end up forgotten in a drawer.

This Father’s Day, Rakuten Kobo is encouraging Malaysians to consider a different kind of gift — one that offers thousands of books, distraction-free reading and the freedom to enjoy stories anytime, anywhere.

Whether Dad enjoys thrillers, business books, travel adventures or simply reading before bed, Kobo’s range of eReaders and digital books offers something for every type of reader.

For the dad who reads, reflects and marks up every meaningful line: Kobo Libra Colour

For dads who love both fiction and non-fiction, the Kobo Libra Colour is a thoughtful pick that goes beyond a standard eReader. With a 7” colour E Ink display, page-turn buttons, glare-free reading, waterproof protection, Bluetooth connectivity, 32GB storage and compatibility with the Kobo Stylus 2, it is made for readers who like to highlight favourite lines, annotate passages, organise thoughts, or keep digital notes.  Perfect for the dad who says he has no time to read, then somehow spends 40 minutes explaining the last book that changed his mind.

For the dad who wants a light, compact eReader he can bring anywhere: Kobo Clara Colour

The Kobo Clara Colour is ideal for the dad who is an everyday reader, commuter and a holiday reader. Compact and portable, it features a colour E Ink display, ComfortLight PRO, Dark Mode, waterproof protection, 16GB storage, Bluetooth connectivity and weeks of battery life.  It is a handy companion for fiction, non-fiction, or anything he wants to dip into between meetings, flights, errands and quiet pockets of downtime.

For the dad who loves the simple pleasure of reading: Kobo Clara BW

Some dads do not need bells and whistles. They just want a good book, a comfortable screen and no distractions. The Kobo Clara BW is a clean, straightforward black-and-white eReader with a glare-free E Ink Carta 1300 HD screen, waterproof protection, ComfortLight PRO, Dark Mode, 16GB storage, Bluetooth connectivity and weeks of battery life.

For the dad who is always highlighting, planning, or jotting down ideas: Kobo Stylus 2

Paired with the Kobo Libra Colour, the Kobo Stylus 2 adds a more personal layer to the reading experience. Designed for note-taking, planning, journalling and annotating eBooks or PDFs, it comes with a highlighter button, built-in eraser, USB-C charging, colour mark-up support on Kobo Libra Colour and notebook templates. It is a great add-on for dads who are always learning something new, planning the next project, or underlining the sentence they are definitely going to bring up at dinner.

Readers looking to purchase a Kobo eReader or accessories can conveniently browse and shop for their preferred devices through Kobo’s official store on Lazada here.

Recommended Father’s Day Reads on Kobo

Looking for a book to pair with an eReader? Kobo has highlighted several popular titles suitable for different types of readers.

For the Reflective Dad

Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom

A timeless book exploring life lessons, relationships and personal growth.

For Thriller and Sci-Fi Fans

Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir

A bestselling science-fiction novel filled with suspense, humour and high-stakes adventure.

For Self-Improvement Enthusiasts

Atomic Habits by James Clear

One of the world’s most popular personal development books, focusing on building better habits through small daily improvements.

For Dads Looking to Relax

Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi

A heartwarming and emotional novel that blends fantasy with reflections on life and relationships.

For the Travel-Loving Dad

The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

A modern classic about following one’s dreams and discovering purpose through life’s journey.

Kobo Father’s Day Promotion

Ahead of Father’s Day on 21 June, Kobo is also running its Syok Sale from 16 to 18 June 2026, offering 25% off eBooks sitewide with the promo code SYOK2606.

For those looking to give Dad something he can enjoy long after Father’s Day ends, an eReader may be one of the few gifts that keeps delivering new stories, ideas and inspiration all year round.