An eye-opening and practical handbook on the social competition between parents
In her groundbreaking international bestseller, Queen Bees and Wannabes (the basis of film Mean Girls) Rosalind Wiseman revealed the subtle social pitfalls of Girl World. Now in Queen Bee Mums and Kingpin Dads she reveals the unspoken rules of Perfect Parent World, a place in which a few parents set the standards for all parental involvement and most parents feel frustrated or disempowered.
Wiseman discovers how adulthood doesn't mean an end to cliques and peer pressure; often we just graduate to a new level. With candour and insight, Wiseman explores how to deal effectively with the other adults (parents, teachers) who help create the reality of your son's or daughter's world, including the norms about money, fashion, alcohol and sex. Her book is essential reading for all parents.
'Queen Bee Mums & Kingpin Dads is honest and wise. As a father, I found the insights, stories and practical information in this book very powerful.' Michael Gurian, author of The Minds of Boys and The Wonder of Girls
'Wise, funny, real, and right on, Queen Bee Mums & Kingpin Dads will be your bible for handling the adults in your child's life with dignity and grace.' Rachel Simmons, author of Odd Girl Out
