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The Manners Playbook: Essential Lessons for Young African-American Boys on Self-Awareness, Confidence and Etiquette

by James B. Wingo

Guidance for confidence, self-awareness, and etiquette

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Guidance for confidence, self-awareness, and etiquette

James B. Wingo’s guide addresses the transition from boyhood to manhood for young African-American boys, placing confidence and self-awareness alongside practical etiquette. Its topics range from personal care and entering unfamiliar situations to handling friendships and first dates. The description also frames the book around pride in Black heritage and the challenge of navigating settings where stereotypes may shape how Black boys are perceived. Together, these subjects connect everyday social choices with a broader emphasis on identity and self-respect.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Teens and young adults seeking guidance on etiquette and social situations.
  • Young African-American boys navigating the transition from boyhood to manhood.
  • Caregivers looking for a book about confidence, self-awareness, and personal care.

Themes

Etiquette and social situationsSelf-awareness and confidenceBlack identity and heritageBoyhood-to-manhood transition

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Book overview

The media stereotypes Black boys as dangerous and lacking discipline and etiquette. But in fact, they are descendants of Kings and Queens and should feel proud of where they came from and where they're going. However, navigating from one world to another-like boyhood to manhood-can be disorienting and uncomfortable. It doesn't have to be so uncomfortable, though. James B. Wingo's The Manners Playbook: Essential Lessons for Young African-American Boys on Self-Awareness, Confidence and Etiquetteis full of guidance on approaching new situations, caring for the body, and being confident in one's self while practicing good etiquette in new situations and relationships. Worried about a first date? Wondering how to handle a fight with friends? Want to impress someone? Wingo has tips for all and more in his guide to living up to the person you are meant to be.

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