Purple Ronnie's Little Book for a Smashing Dad

A Smashing Tribute to Dad

Celebrating the fathers who can fix anything as well as those who seem to always be found with a beer in front of the TV, Purple Ronnie's Little Book for a Smashing Dad (Andrews McMeel Publishing) takes a charming look at the man who will never be "cool" to his kids, but will always be there for them: Dad.

The book includes unique, stick-figure style illustrations that give Dad special tips and important rules to live by while pointing out his great, and sometimes not quite so great, quirks and qualities.

Rules of Being a Dad

• Never attempt to be trendy. Old shorts with holes are usually best.
• Your wallet is really just a cash machine for your children.
• When you've got your slippers on, the world becomes a better place.

Special Tips

• Just once in a while, it is nice to let your dad win at football.
• There are some jobs that only a dad can do.
• Sometimes, all a dad needs to be happy is a little bit of peace and quiet.

A perfect gift for Father's Day as well as a great way to boost self-esteem after a tough day at the office, Purple Ronnie's Little Book for a Smashing Dad captures the voice of childhood and celebrates everything that's great about dads.

Sample Interior Pages

Purple Ronnie is the alter ego of Eton- and Oxford-educated Giles Andreae. Philosopher, poet, artist, and all-around interesting fellow, Giles is also the creator of the successful Edward Monkton line of cards, books, and merchandise. He lives in Notting Hill, London.

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Contact: Kathy Hilliard, (800) 851-8923, ext. 6741, khilliard@amuniversal.com

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Purple Ronnie's Little Book for a Smashing Dad

ISBN: 978-0-7407-7118-7
Format: Hardcover: 4 1/2 x 4 1/2, 64 pages
Price: $8.98 ($9.99 Canada)