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Please Don't Sit on My Bed in Your Outside Clothes

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Please Don't Sit on My Bed in Your Outside Clothes

By: Phoebe Robinson
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“[A]nother hilarious essay collection from Phoebe Robinson.”
—The New York Times Book Review
“Strikes the perfect balance of brutally honest and laugh out loud funny. I didn’t want it to end.”
—Mindy Kaling, New York Times bestselling author of Why Not Me?

With sharp, timely insight, pitch-perfect pop culture references, and her always unforgettable voice, New York Times bestselling author, comedian, actress, and producer Phoebe Robinson is back with her most must-read book yet.

In her brand-new collection, Phoebe shares stories that will make you laugh, but also plenty that will hit you in the heart, inspire a little bit of rage, and maybe a lot of action. That means sharing her perspective on performative allyship, white guilt, and what happens when white people take up space in cultural movements; exploring what it’s like to be a woman who doesn’t want kids living in a society where motherhood is the crowning achievement of a straight, cis woman’s life; and how the dire state of mental health in America means that taking care of one’s mental health—aka “self-care”—usually requires disposable money.

She also shares stories about her mom slow-poking before a visit with Mrs. Obama, the stupidly fake reassurances of zip-line attendants, her favorite things about dating a white person from the UK, and how the lack of Black women in leadership positions fueled her to become the Black lady boss of her dreams. By turns perceptive, laugh-out-loud funny, and heartfelt, Please Don’t Sit on My Bed in Your Outside Clothesis not only a brilliant look at our current cultural moment, it's also a collection thatwill stay with readers for years to come.

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Insightful Content • Humorous Essays • Thought-provoking Perspectives • Relatable Observations • Educational Insights

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Enjoyed the narration and similarity of experiences, especially 4C hair. Everyone is different, I could have left off some of the language. But this is the times we are in. I've heard the thought process of clothes on the bed, Disagree. Still not doing to it!

Sista Girl

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There is a lot to like about this set of essays. On the whole, there is an intimate feel, like having a conversation with a close friend. I did find it ironic that the same woman who bristled at a wealthy friend poking the author over a knock off dress purchased at Macy's would shame women over not wearing matching bras and panties (I'm not giving up my favorite undies for you or anyone else) like that's low rent, but well worth the listen for the other truths this book offers.

Worth it for the Tips Warren Buffet Didn't Teach!

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I got this book STRICTLY for the title since i thought it was something only my daughter and I had an issue with. I'm so glad I read the book for ALL its content. This book is both humorous, thought-provoking and full of research. It's great that it's read by the hilarious author. I dont think I could have gotten the inflections correct in my head.

Excellent read with topics on EVERYTHING

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Finally a book from someone who is obsessed with U2 and Bono as I am. Great stories full of adventure and hilariousness!

Entertaining!

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I have been trying to read/listen to more books and this was the perfect start! Phoebe uses her humor to make insightful points that can really resonate with black women. A must read if you want to laugh and also nod in agreement.

Funny and Insightful

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