Because I'm the Child Here and I Said So: A Joke Book for Parents (Because You Need a Laugh!) [Paperback]

Pat Byrnes (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 2006

Parenting is a competitive sport these days. With all the pressure on the modern parent, a little comic relief is not just welcome; it's a matter of survival. Because I'm the Child Here and I Said So offers a much-needed hilarious first-aid kit for parents of all types.

Between the fat stacks of parenting books designed to engender paranoia and hyper-competitiveness, and the culture that demands everyone must "have it all," today's parents don't stand a chance. Because I'm the Child Here and I Said So by cartoonist Pat Byrnes is a gleeful send-up of modern parenting: the obsession, the sport, the pseudo science, and all the maddening challenges parenting presents.

Each full-color cartoon features a smart punch line that will make you smile (or wince in recognition):

* "A birthday party? Didn't we already do that kind of crap with your older sister?"

* "I couldn't find a sitter, so I got a video."

* "Just remember, son, it doesn't matter whether you win or lose-unless you want Daddy's love."

Be advised, if you find yourself relating to any of the parents in this book, you need to chill out. Fortunately, Because I'm the Child Here and I Said So is the antidote to all your parenting woes. Whether you keep it for your own sanity or give it to a desperate parent, the cartoons of Pat Byrnes will delight and amuse.

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About the Author

You don't have to be a rocket scientist to create cartoons, but Pat Byrnes erred on the side of caution, getting his aerospace degree at Notre Dame in 1981. His science skills have languished, however, as he has spent most of the last 25 years following his love of writing, acting, and cartooning-and most recently as a stay-at-home dad. Since 1998 he's been a regular contributor to the New Yorker. He lives in Illinois with his wife, Lisa, and their baby daughter.

Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing (March 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0740757385
• ISBN-13: 978-0740757389
• Product Dimensions: 5.7 x 6 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,336,328 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #92 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Entertainment > Humor > Parenting & Families

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You don't have to be a rocket scientist to create cartoons, but Pat Byrnes erred on the side of caution, getting his aerospace degree at Notre Dame in 1981. His science skills have languished, however, as he has spent most of the last 25 years following his love of writing, acting, and cartooning--and most recently as a stay-at-home dad. Since 1998 he's been a regular contributor to the New Yorker. He lives in Illinois with his wife, Lisa, and their baby daughter.

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Mr. Byrnes does it again (and it is very good)., October 2, 2006

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This review is from: Because I'm the Child Here and I Said So: A Joke Book for Parents (Because You Need a Laugh!) (Paperback)

As a new father myself I found Pat Byrnes new book to be hilariously insightful and a thoroughly entertaining romp through the foibles of parenting. A must read for any parent or parent to be. God Speed Pat Byrnes.