Melinda Wenner Moyer Book Recommendations & Book Mentions
This list consists of recommendations or mentions of books spotted in media, social media accounts, podcasts or other public websites.
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Melinda Wenner Moyer is a science journalist and author. Science journalist and author. Writes @nytimes and @substackinc. NYU journalism faculty. She/her. Parenting newsletter: https://t.co/KcnJtVSf7t.

Why Is My Child in Charge?: A Roadmap to End Power Struggles, Increase Cooperation, and Find Joy in Parenting Young Children
Claire Lerner
@alexjhrtmn My book!!! Also for parents of little kids I love Claire Lerner's "Why Is My Child in Charge?"
Hardcover, 2021
$24.95$12.48 + Free shipping50% off your first book
The Sleep-Deprived Teen: Why Our Teenagers Are So Tired, and How Parents and Schools Can Help Them Thrive (Healthy Sleep Habits, Sleep Patterns, Teena
Lisa L. Lewis
So excited for Lisa's book "The Sleep-Deprived Teen," which comes out next month. This is SUCH an important issue.
Paperback, 2022
$18.95$9.48 + Free shipping50% off your first book
The Child Code: Understanding Your Child's Unique Nature for Happier, More Effective Parenting
Danielle Dick
Happy pub day to THE CHILD CODE! I’ve been reading it all week and it’s fantastic — highly recommend. If you want to know how your child’s genes and temperament should shape your parenting, this book is your guide. https://t.co/80LnjYqwqJ
Hardcover, 2021
$27.00$13.50 + Free shipping50% off your first book
You Are Not a Sh*tty Parent: How to Practice Self-Compassion and Give Yourself a Break
Carla Naumburg
Excited today to run this funny and extremely helpful interview with @CarlaGeorge22 about her excellent new book, YOU ARE NOT A SH*TTY PARENT, and why it's so important and helpful for parents to nurture self-compassion. Happy pub day, Carla!!! https://t.co/RDuzVnIpMJ
Paperback, 2022
$16.99$8.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
This Is Not a Book about Benedict Cumberbatch: The Joy of Loving Something--Anything--Like Your Life Depends on It
Tabitha Carvan
I just finished an advance copy of @tabithacarvan’s book THIS IS NOT A BOOK ABOUT BENEDICT CUMBERBATCH. I had no idea what to expect and also I don’t care that much about Benedict Cumberbatch (I mean, he’s fine?) but it is truly one of the most delightful books I’ve ever read.
Paperback, 2022
$17.00$8.50 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Raising LGBTQ Allies: A Parent's Guide to Changing the Messages from the Playground
Chris Tompkins
Thrilled I got the chance to interview author Chris Tompkins (@ARoadTripToLove) about his wonderful new book "Raising LGBTQ Allies." So much great advice in the book, and he shared some key insights in my newsletter: https://melindawmoyer.substack.com/p/how-to-be-an-lgbtq-affirming-parent
Paperback, 2024
$17.95$8.98 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Father Figure: How to Be a Feminist Dad
Jordan Shapiro
In my newsletter today, I spoke with @jordosh about his new book Father Figure: How To Be a Feminist Dad. We discussed his inspiration for the book, responsive parenting, and how to split parenting duties equally: https://melindawmoyer.substack.com/p/how-to-be-a-feminist-dad
Hardcover, 2021
$27.00$13.50 + Free shipping50% off your first book
How to Raise Kids Who Aren't Assholes: Science-Based Strategies for Better Parenting--from Tots to Teens
Melinda Wenner Moyer
Thrilled to have been interviewed about my book for @PsychToday. Thank you @MeredithResnick for the excellent questions and for highlighting my book HOW TO RAISE KIDS WHO AREN'T ASSHOLES! https://t.co/ujKlOfw7Z0
Paperback, 2022
$20.00$10.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Mother Brain: How Neuroscience Is Rewriting the Story of Parenthood
Chelsea Conaboy
For today's newsletter I interviewed @cconaboy about how the notion of the "maternal instinct" has shaped parenting beliefs and advice over the years and why it's been so harmful. Everyone should buy her new book "Mother Brain." https://t.co/f7luozsn97
Paperback, 2023
$19.99$9.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
How To Raise Kids: We Aren't Perfect, Nobody Is: How To Connect With Your Child
Birgit Elman
So excited HOW TO RAISE KIDS WHO AREN’T ASSHOLES is the #13 bestselling book this week at The Hive! 🙌🙌🙌 https://t.co/le4d1atuJ9
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