Adult Picture Book
Date Published: July 22, 2024
This satirical tale disguised as a children's book follows an aspiring drag queen with dreams of dazzling stages and glittered wigs eager to shine in a world determined to hold him back.
Convinced that the tough buckaroos in the neighboring town of Ruff Ridge, known for their rugged cowboy way of life and home to the clothing brand Ruff Ryder, will hinder his glamorous ambitions, he devises an ingenious plan to win their acceptance. With courage, creativity, and a pair of chaps, he embarks on a journey to turn his dreams into reality.
Inspired by real events, this clever, funny, and heartwarming tale explores identity, ambition, and community. The story celebrates individuality, courage, and the transformative power of being true to oneself, all while providing a thought-provoking reflection on the politics of our times.
“The MAGA-era politics of
drag performance distilled to a clever, funny, and entertaining tale.” -- BookLife
…If
Jim's clothes made the news…
There
were some, shall we say, loose-screwed buckaroos,
Who
would say that such clothes made him less of a man.
And
that made Jim angry! He was manly!
MORE THAN!
“If
those tough buckaroos don’t think I can be tough,
"They
oughta try dancing in spandex!” he’d huff.
Jim
didn’t know why his drag clothes were taboo,
But
if they were discovered, he knew what they’d do.
Every
tough buckaroo in their checked shirts and all
Would
ride into town and surround the town hall
And
they’d holler and cry, “Our corn prices will fall!”
And
then tough Mayor Buck even louder would shout,
“Those
big glittered wigs are to blame for our drought!”
That’s
the first thing they’d do
If
they ever found out.
Then
they’d pass some strict laws
And
put up some state signs,
Restricting
cross-dressers
From
crossing state lines.
And
they’d shout, “These BIG WIGGERS
must
pay for their crimes!”
And
the fines!
Oh,
the fines!
Try
a thousand ten times!
About the Author
Roger Rittenhouse is a former stand-up comedian originally from Denver, Colorado who began his career in the 80s, appearing on The Arsenio Hall Show, The Dennis Miller Show, and Jimmy Kimmel Live. Notable writing credits include Bill Maher's Politically Incorrect and the Comedy Central Roasts. An armchair cartoonist turned author and illustrator, (after finding a digital drawing tablet on Craigslist) Roger brings his comedic antics to picture books intended for big boys and girls.
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