Man vs. Child: One Dad’s Guide to the Weirdness of Parenting

Doug Moe

May 2023 · Skip Intro Press

About this ebook

Man vs. Child is a funny, fresh take on the parenting guide, written from the dad’s perspective. It’s about the absurdity of being a dad today: from your blissful pre-baby days through when your kid is off at school, probably complaining about you. It’s a companion to help you through the hard times, like when you need something to read on the toilet and your phone is dead.

NAMED ONE OF AMAZON’S BEST HUMOR BOOKS OF 2017

Balancing relatable humor with heartfelt advice, Man vs. Child will appeal to any dad looking for both laughs and real guidance from a man who has had--and survived--these experiences himself. A perfect Father's Day gift or present for a first-time dad!

PRAISE FOR MAN VS. CHILD:

“Doug Moe has written a delightful and helpful book that gives real advice about the Wild West world of raising children.” - Amy Poehler, actress, comedian, and NYT bestselling author of Yes, Please

“Moe ‘describes the awed affection new fathers may have for their children with relatable humor and genuine insight, offering a promising resource for the curious and the clueless.’” - The New Yorker

“From tackling toddler meltdowns to bringing up baby in any conversation, comedian Doug Moe’s irreverent take on the absurdity of fatherhood is a refreshing read for new dads. It feels like you’re chatting with a friend who admittedly doesn’t know everything, but does know exactly what you’re going through.” - Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine

“Wow is it terrific -- funny, smart, relatable, and actually filled with some very good tips, from handling sleepless nights for tips to get rid of your kids’ weird friends on playdates.” - Cool Mom Picks

“Yes, it’s just one man’s point of view, but we have a feeling your guy will find more than enough in common with this hilarious dad-in-training.” - PureWow

About the author

Doug Moe is a comedic actor and writer, originally from the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre.

His book Man Vs Child: One Dad's Guide to the Weirdness of Parenting was named one of Amazon's Best Humor Books of 2017. ("Moe describes the awed affection new fathers may have for their children with relatable humor and genuine insight, offering a promising resource for the curious and the clueless." -The New Yorker)

He is the co-author of three books for D.L. Hughley: "How to Survive America," "Surrender, White People!: Our Unconditional Terms for Peace" and the New York Times Bestseller "How Not to Get Shot: And Other Advice From White People" ("A satirical but apt addition to the culture's fraught conversation about race." - New York Times Book Review).

He's a longtime performer and instructor at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre. On TV, you've seen him in "Inside Amy Schumer," "30 Rock" or "Difficult People," among other places.

Twitter: @dougmoe