Not Like Other Dads
Not Like Other Dads by Sean Szeps is a memoir published by ABC Books on April 30, 2024. This 320-page book presents a candid and humorous exploration of parenting from a unique perspective. Sean shares his journey of becoming a father to boy-girl twins, detailing the challenges he faced, including outdated marriage laws and personal struggles, all while navigating the complexities of family dynamics and societal expectations.
Readers will find a raw and engaging narrative that challenges traditional parenting norms, offering insights into LGBTQ family life and the realities of fatherhood. Szeps’ story is both entertaining and thought-provoking, as it encourages parents—both straight and queer—to embrace their identities and redefine what it means to raise children in today’s world. This edition is written in English and provides a fresh take on family and relationships, making it a relevant addition to discussions on parenting and social science.
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A fearless, frank and funny memoir about reinventing the rules of parenting
Sean had wanted to be a mum since the age of four, when he fell in love with Mrs Potts, the motherly teapot in Beauty and the Beast. But there was just one problem: he was not, in fact, a woman.
When he was swept off his feet by a handsome Australian man in New York City, Sean’s dreams of marriage and parenthood suddenly became a reality. The only things standing in his way: outdated marriage laws, hundreds of thousands of dollars and a healthy dose of internalised homophobia. Though he had to battle intense family drama, depression and a difficult move to the other side of the world, he succeeded in becoming a father to boy-girl twins.
What happens when the traditional parenting rules, 10,000 years in the making, simply don’t apply? Not Like Other Dads is a raw, rollicking memoir about gay parents raising kids without a map – or nap. Hilarious and tender, Sean’s story helps all of us celebrate who we really are … empowering straight and queer parents alike to rewrite the parenting script.
PRAISE
‘Will have you laughing, crying and feeling deeply moved by the true power of love. A brilliant read’
– Maggie Dent
‘Raw, honest and hilarious … unlike any other parenting memoir you have read’
– Edwina Bartholomew
‘A true modern-day fairy tale with love at its heart’
– Jessica Rowe
‘Sean Szeps writes about family with healthy realism and great dollops of love. A delight’
– Holly Wainwright
‘Through Sean’s openness to share his vulnerabilities, we’re reminded why it’s important to welcome and accept diverse families’
– Narelda Jacobs
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