The Secret Art of Being a Grown-Up: Tips, Tricks, and Perks No One Thought to Tell You

by Bridget Watson Payne

Overview

Playful and practical advice to make adulthood easier—and more fun.

Hello, grown-ups of all ages! In this book, you’ll find bite-sized bursts of advice and quirky illustrations celebrating your status as an adult, no matter how long you’ve officially been one. Remember how when you were a kid you thought being a grown-up meant you could eat whatever you want and stay up all night watching TV? Turns out it’s true! (As long as you’re willing to accept the consequences and all that other grown-up stuff.)

This lighthearted book provides both wisdom and skills for making the most of the post-childhood years, from the ten things you actually need in the kitchen, to the perils of perfectionism (get a lot more comfortable with being wrong), to the best way of opening a champagne bottle. With these handy tips, you can get more of the benefits of adulthood—and less of the bummers.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781452160580
Publisher:	Chronicle Books
Publication date:	10/12/2021
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	128
Sales rank:	986,410
File size:	7 MB

About the Author

Bridget Watson Payne is a book editor, author, blogger, and self-professed proud grown-up. She lives in San Francisco.

Editorial Reviews

"Whether you're just out of college or have been on the job for 20 years, you'll love this clever and quite wise little book on the art of being a "grown-up" (different from an adult, you know). Tips range from how to do the perfect high-five (a necessity in an elementary classroom) to how to trust your gut— oh, and how to open a bottle of champagne."
-Scholastic Teacher magazine

"Whether you're just out of college or have been on the job for 20 years, you'll love this clever and quite wise little book on the art of being a "grown-up" (different from an adult, you know). Tips range from how to do the perfect high-five (a necessity in an elementary classroom) to how to trust your gut— oh, and how to open a bottle of champagne."
-Scholastic Teacher magazine

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