When faced with endless "Why?" questions, look no further than this excellent and essential parenting book. It is funny and at the same time educational. We seek answers from the bathroom to the dinner table and all the places in between when we are at a loss.

"But Why?" aims to help you tackle these tough questions that can leave you speechless. Imagine the scene: you are trying to put the children to sleep, your brain has shut down for the day, and suddenly, out of nowhere, all the unrelated but important questions come up just as you are giving instructions for them to brush their teeth properly:

• But why do people destroy the planet;
• But why don't boys wear dresses;
• But why do people get married;
• But why do we have feelings;
• But why can't I look like everyone else;
• But why do you have to work;

With an introduction by top psychotherapist Anna Mathouri (author of "Mind Over Mother"), this book is based on a vast and diverse foundation of research. It includes discussions with experts through Clemmie's popular podcast "Honestly," insights from over 300 contributions to her blog "Mother of All Lists," which share personal stories, and of course, Clemmie's experience as a mother of three children.

It cannot promise definitive answers, but it will offer you a rich source of ideas to draw from, as well as tips on how to explore these topics carefully, guidance on where to find more information, and perhaps most importantly, a reminder of what to avoid saying to your children, even if you are exhausted or caught off guard.

Clemmie describes this book as an "existential crisis" that led her to question everything she believed she knew about everything (in a good way). "I hope the book serves as a catalyst for our thoughts on a range of topics, giving us the opportunity to have honest conversations with ourselves about important issues like race, gender, sexuality, politics, and religion."

Pages: 336, Year of Publication: 0526, Dimensions: 13x13cm