Welcome to the World of Where’s Ya
Dad? by Michael J. Moore
Ever wonder what it’s like growing up in a world that’s anything but ordinary? Where’s Ya Dad? is a memoir that doesn’t just tell a story – it pulls you into a time and place where every moment matters, where every street corner holds a memory, and where the chaos of family life is the only thing that feels normal.
This is no typical coming-of-age story. It’s real, it’s raw, and it’s bound to make you laugh, cry, and think long after you’ve turned the last page. Dive into Michael J. Moore’s unforgettable tale of growing up, losing loved ones, and finding his place in a world that never slowed down.
The Story Behind Where’s Ya Dad?
The idea for Where’s Ya Dad? didn’t come from a single moment—it came from a lifetime of memories, some funny, some painful, but all unforgettable. Michael J. Moore didn’t set out to write a book. He set out to remember. To capture the moments that shaped him, the people who made him who he is, and the lessons he learned the hard way.
Every chapter is a window into the past, each one revealing a new layer of life in Melbourne's gritty suburbs. From the hilarious to the heartbreaking, Moore’s writing takes you on a journey that feels both personal and universal. This is a story about growing up, losing loved ones, finding yourself, and making sense of the world around you—even when it doesn’t make sense.
Who Is Michael J. Moore?
Michael J. Moore is not your typical author. Born and raised in the inner suburbs of Melbourne, he was the sixth child in a working-class family where chaos was a constant companion. From playing sports and studying science to becoming a chef, Michael’s path was anything but linear.
But it was during his time as a head chef that he began to write – inspired by his daughter Hannah and a life full of stories worth telling. His first published memoir, Where’s Ya Dad?, is a candid, witty, and heart-wrenching look back at his childhood in a neighborhood where every day was an adventure, whether he was ready for it or not.
About the Book
What happens when you grow up in the middle of a working-class neighborhood, where every neighbor’s drama feels like your own? Where life is chaotic, unpredictable, and messy? Where’s Ya Dad? by Michael J. Moore answers those questions and more.
Set in the gritty streets of Melbourne, Australia, in the 70s and 80s, this memoir tells the story of a young boy who discovers the true meaning of family, loss, and survival. Michael’s childhood is far from perfect, but it’s these imperfections that make his journey unforgettable. With raw humor and deep honesty, Moore offers an intimate look into a time when growing up was as much about finding yourself as it was about learning to cope with the unpredictable messes life threw your way.
