Berkeley toddler who inspired 'Go the Fuck to Sleep' is now off to college
Vivien Mansbach, the child who inspired the book 'Go the F**k to Sleep,' is now heading off to college. Their father, Adam Mansbach, wrote the popular parody children's book that became a bestseller and was narrated by Samuel L. Jackson. Vivien reflects positively on their father's work, appreciating the love behind the humor.
- ▪Vivien Mansbach inspired their father to write the book 'Go the F**k to Sleep.'
- ▪The book became a No. 1 New York Times bestseller and was narrated by Samuel L. Jackson.
- ▪Vivien found it cool to be recognized as the inspiration for the book among their peers.
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When Vivien Mansbach attended the Berkeley Rose Waldorf School, all their friends knew they were the child who inspired their father, Adam Mansbach, to write a popular children’s book with the unforgettable title “Go the F**k to Sleep.” A parody of a picture book, its seemingly lighthearted verse contains a few well-placed F-bombs. The book became a bible for weary Gen X parents. It was a No. 1 New York Times bestseller. Samuel L. Jackson narrated the audiobook. When Vivien began high school at the Oakland School for the Arts, no one in their new crowd had any idea of who their father was. But before long, they were peppered with questions.
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