In his book Daddyhood, Charles Blount, well-known author of Whatever Happened to Charlie Boy continues his journey to break the chain of abuse and neglect, which he vividly describes in the story about Charlie Boy. Mr. Blount poses the question, "What is a Daddy?" and presents in convincing argument that, though any man can become a father, it takes lots of work and something special to become a "Daddy." The author presents his argument through the personal experience of marriage, childbirth and divorce. He also argues that even the break-up of a marriage does not have to mark the end of a family, and for the sake of one's child, should not. In a series of simple rules, Mr. Blount shows the reader how to accomplish this for the good of your child and your own well being; good advice for anyone wanting the best for their family.
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978-1-4678-2530-6 (9781467825306)
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Charles Blount was born in 1972 in the South , , the setting for his first book, Whatever Happened to Charlie Boy. After surviving an abusive upbringing and several group homes, he graduated from with plans for law school. Through numerous changes of fate, the author became involved with "at-risk" youth and has worked in several capacities in the schools, juvenile justice system, mental health and therapeutic behavioral programs. Because of his knowledge and personal experience in guiding youth in healthy directions, Mr. Blount was appointed director of a program for adolescents with emotional and behavioral issues, a position he occupies today. He enjoys playing basketball, reading, writing and spending time with his daughter "Chloé bug" who still teaches him everyday the value of being "Daddy." The author lives in .
