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Have a New Teenager by Friday: From Mouthy and Moody to Respectful and Responsible in 5 Days Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Kevin Leman (Author), Kirby Heybourne (Narrator), Oasis Audio (Publisher)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 939 ratings
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Do you know this person?

  • He eats cereal out of a large mixing bowl.
  • Her bedroom looks like a garbage dump... on a good day.
  • If there were an Academy Award for eye-rolling, he’d win.
  • She changes outfits three times before breakfast...

Congratulations! You have a teenager in your home. Life will never quite be the same again (of course, you already know that). But it can be better than you’ve ever dreamed. In fact, you’re just five days away from your teenager asking, “What can I do to help?” Guaranteed! With his signature wit and commonsense psychology, internationally recognized family expert and New York Times best-selling author Dr. Kevin Leman will help you:

  • gain respect - even admiration - from your teenager
  • establish healthy boundaries and workable guidelines
  • communicate with the “whatever” generation
  • turn selfish behavior around
  • navigate the critical years with confidence
  • pack your teenager’s bags with what he or she needs for life now and in the future
  • become the major difference-maker in your teenager’s life.

With Dr. Leman’s instinct and insight, plus an index with gutsy advice on 75 hot-button issues that keep parents up at night, Have a New Teenager by Friday will help you get real results - real fast.

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  1. Listening Length
    9 hours and 28 minutes
  2. Author
    Kevin Leman
  3. Narrator
    Kirby Heybourne
  4. Audible release date
    September 28, 2011
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    Oasis Audio
  7. ASIN
    B005Q7EQQG
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 9 hours and 28 minutes
Author Kevin Leman
Narrator Kirby Heybourne
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date September 28, 2011
Publisher Oasis Audio
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B005Q7EQQG
Best Sellers Rank #45,012 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#45 in Parenting Teenagers (Audible Books & Originals)
#127 in Christian Family
#195 in Parenting Teenagers (Books)

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Customers find the book offers helpful advice and specific suggestions for specific situations. They appreciate the simple, straightforward message and find it an entertaining read. The methods are effective and really work. Readers enjoy the humor and pacing of the book.

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202 customers mention "Advice level"193 positive9 negative

Customers find the book helpful and positive. It provides specific advice for specific behaviors. They find it empowering to have a plan and make sense of it. The author provides hands-on practice and verbatim examples of what to say. The book is full of great concepts and practical ways to be more authoritative.

"...As a parent, it is very empowering to have a plan--"when my child does this, this is how I am going to respond."..." Read more

"...We have such a great relationship. She actively participates in family responsiblities, is respectful and best of all has embraced our Godly..." Read more

"...What it is, is a very readable book with some great insights from Dr. Leman...." Read more

"...As a step-family, Dr. Leman still nails our situations and offers some fantastic advice. The only effort required on your part is implementation." Read more

138 customers mention "Value for money"138 positive0 negative

Customers find the book provides good value for money. They find it readable and entertaining, with helpful advice and insights. The last half of the book provides practical guidance on specific situations. Readers appreciate the feedback and advice on how to partner. They also like the ideas on listening and questioning instead of dismissing. Overall, customers consider the book a worthwhile read and appreciate the CD audiobook format.

"...This book is an enjoyable read, plus it can help you be a better parent." Read more

"...What it is, is a very readable book with some great insights from Dr. Leman...." Read more

"...I did like the ideas he had on listening, asking questions instead of dismissing, instilling good, independent decision making skills by allowing..." Read more

"...That, in and of itself, makes this book worth every penny! We plan on buying the audio book for a friend who's struggling with two daughters...." Read more

64 customers mention "Readability"61 positive3 negative

Customers find the book easy to read and listen to. They appreciate the simple, practical advice, strategies, and suggestions. The book helps them quickly analyze their teenager's progress and provides hands-on practice with verbatim examples of what to say. It does a great job of putting the difficult job of parenting teens into perspective and is a handy time saver when they have questions.

"This is a book written from a Christian viewpoint. It's not preachy-preachy "Jesus this", "Jesus that"...." Read more

"...Such an easy read, a quick read and down to earth...." Read more

"...His straight talk, non-clinical chapters give us the 'parent' a Step 1, step 2, etc. guidelines for us to follow...." Read more

"...Time is moving fast, and methods that work are needed...ASAP! This book fits the bill...." Read more

18 customers mention "Functionality"18 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the book's practical and effective methods. They say it hits the mark.

"...The methods are effective and takes the winds out of his sails and I can actually reason with him...." Read more

"...all the issues presented in the book, those that I have are working beautifully...." Read more

"...I started emplimenting the suggestions in the book and am amazed. It does work! And let me tell you I have 2 very stubborn, hard headed teens...." Read more

"...is an easy read and principles that i have already applied and seeing good results." Read more

18 customers mention "Humor"18 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's humor. They find it entertaining and easy to read, providing good advice.

"...He also reminds the reader the value of humor, it's a good reminder." Read more

"...Have a New Teenager by Friday will keep you laughing, and nodding your head in agreement...." Read more

"...I wish I had discovered this funny and insightful author sooner!..." Read more

"...It is written in an easy to readband entertaining manner. Things with our kids were bad and getting worse over time...." Read more

15 customers mention "Pacing"15 positive0 negative

Customers find the book helpful for a loving and caring relationship with teens. They appreciate the mutual respect and tips for gaining peace in their home. The book provides insights into parenting styles and helps them become more respectful and responsible.

"...She actively participates in family responsiblities, is respectful and best of all has embraced our Godly values in our home...." Read more

"...Thanks Dr. Leman, we are on the way to healthy, responsible teenagers who want to help out!" Read more

"...after putting much of Dr. Leman's advice to use, the conflicts started to disappear. It has been two weeks now and our home is much more peaceful...." Read more

"...So far, things are going much better. He has been more respectful and responsible and I have been happier :) Thank you Dr. Leman!..." Read more

Top reviews from the United States

  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars a must-read for parents of teens or soon-to-be-teens
    Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2011
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    I have been a fan of Dr. Leman since I read "Have a New Kid by Friday." I am a health care provider, and I recommend "Have a New Kid by Friday" to parents of all of my patients who have behavior problems (and what parent doesn't have some sort of struggle with their child?) so I was really excited when "Have a New Teenager by Friday" was released. I was not disppointed, and it will now be the book I recommend to all the parents of my teenage patients. It is a great book for parents of teens/tweens-aimed at parents of children 11+. I don't even have teenagers, but the book reminded me that I need to parent with a goal in mind--to create responsible adults. Each of the days has a specific action step for parents. It shows parents how to change what they are doing and how they parent in order to get the desired result out of their children. As a parent, it is very empowering to have a plan--"when my child does this, this is how I am going to respond." After the days of the week/action plan is the parents' secret weapon--what I call the troubleshooting guide--where Dr. Leman addresses LOTS of specific problems common to teenagers, and what advice Dr. Leman gives to deal with them. Sprinkled throughout the book are also testimonies of parents who followed Dr. Leman's advice and how it worked for them. I laughed, I cried, and I think I highlighted something on every page. This book is an enjoyable read, plus it can help you be a better parent.
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  • volleygirl33
    5.0 out of 5 stars Simple, Easy, and Effective Parenting
    Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2011
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    My daughter is 14 years old and I have been reading Dr. Kevin Leman's books since she was about 5 years old. When she was 5 years old, I read his book How to Make Children Mind without Losing Yours. At that time, I was losing my mind with my out of control 5 year old. I have been applying his practical and effective methods since then and I now have a teenager who is a blessing to my life. We have such a great relationship. She actively participates in family responsiblities, is respectful and best of all has embraced our Godly values in our home.

    I ordered this CD Book to brush up on the Parenting Skills that I have already gained from his previous book, How to Have a New Kid by Friday. This book is definitely a must have for any parent going through or approaching the teen years. Dr. Leman will provide you with practical solutions to the most common problems you will face as a parent. I definitely wouldn't be the parent I am today without his help...Thanks Dr. Leman!!!
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  • TheCosmicRythm
    4.0 out of 5 stars Title of the book should be "How not to be a Jerk to Your Kids".
    Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2015
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    This is a book written from a Christian viewpoint. It's not preachy-preachy "Jesus this", "Jesus that". In fact, I don't remember seeing the word "Jesus" in the book. What it is, is a very readable book with some great insights from Dr. Leman.

    Dr. Leman puts forth the notion that if you are raising your kids to be adults, then you can allow them to make adult type decisions as they mature. It's that simple. One of his examples is setting the teenage driver's curfew to be "a reasonable hour". If they don't bring the car back at a reasonable hour, then they don't get the family car keys for their next outing. Plain, simple.

    One of the topics is purposive behavior. I'm going through a divorce right now and see each of my four children engaging in purposive behavior. Dr. Leman tells you how to deal with these behaviors in simple effective ways. I've used several of his methods for dealing with my mouthy teen (I was a mouthy teen too). The methods are effective and takes the winds out of his sails and I can actually reason with him. I've used the methods on my 6 year old daughter and they are fairly effective with her as well.

    I'd recommend this book for anyone who wants to heal their relationship with their teenager. Strangely enough, Dr. Leman (Christian Psychologist) and Marilyn Manson (Satanist and Musician) have the same basic advice for you: Listen to your teenager.
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  • Brea
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Wake up Mom/Dad and amazing quick reference for sticky situations.
    Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2012
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    Just when I was about to pull all of my hair out (and contemplated taking some off my son) along comes Dr. Leman to save the day (and our sanity!) He really focuses on pick your battles, but don't be a doormat, which is something parents certainly need reinforced. Since we are a nontraditional family (we homeschool for you newbies) there are a few questions left unanswered as expected, but that is not enough to lose the book my recommendation or any stars. Overall, anyone with a teenager should pick up this book and give it a try. No amount of Xanax will get you through the adolescent years without some good advice. Parents are not as in control as we would all like to be, but this book will help with that and show you how to at least seem like you know what you're doing when you haven't a clue. As a step-mother who gives everything she's got to raising a strong, smart, healthy and respectful young step-son, my work is a bit more difficult than a normal parent. As a step-family, Dr. Leman still nails our situations and offers some fantastic advice. The only effort required on your part is implementation.
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  • RCMike
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another great book by Kevin Leman.
    Reviewed in Canada on May 24, 2018
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    Great book!
    Helps parents learn to guide and direct their teens, while keeping the household sane!
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  • Mario
    5.0 out of 5 stars Nice strategy to deal with a difficult kid
    Reviewed in Brazil on November 18, 2015
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    I had already read “Have a New Kid by Friday” and this book does not really bring much new information, as I thought it would. But the concept of dealing with the child/kid is really good and works. I tried it at home, some things changed around here (not exactly until Friday) and my kid is more respectful now than before.
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  • J Hindley
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very good book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 29, 2013
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    I like the commonsense and humourous way that it is written, and the cool tips. wish I had read it years ago.
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  • Susan Higson
    5.0 out of 5 stars definately worth reading
    Reviewed in Germany on August 26, 2012
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    I bought this book through sheer frustration with the attitude of my 20 year old daughter. No teenager anymore, but still acting like one. I read it in one day - not all of it, but the bits that mattered. The book looks at parenting styles, as well as what are the common issues with teenagers of all ages. The common issues are addressed in detail in the second half of the book, so you can read what is relevant. The first part of the book focuses on helping us work out what is important, and what changes are needed in order to change or improve the relationship with our teenager. It is all down to us really. We have to change our responses in order to get a change in the behaviour of our clever teenagers who know exactly what they are doing and how to achieve what they want. For the money I definately recommend you download the book and read it through. Dr Leman also has a FB page and a website you can check out. He is a Christian, and American as well, but even for non US, non Christians there is a lot in the book. What I also found comforting was that; a - I am not alone in the issues I have, and b, I have been generally getting it right. All I need to do is a bit of a tweak. So today I will get down to it.
    Oh, and if you do order this book, don't let on to the kids - no warnings :)
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  • Workingmumsemporium
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very good and like all in this series
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 12, 2017
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    This was a real hit because it doesn't actually change the teenager, but how you respond to them, and it's that that changes them! Very good and like all in this series, clearly written and with humour and sensitivity. Great books!
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