The BAP Handbook

Finally a book about the Black American Princess! If you''re already a BAP or just want to act like one this book is for you! E. Lynn Harris author of Not a Day Goes By. In the bestselling tradition of The Official Preppy Handbook here isa must-have manual for the BAP and those who love her.. Black American Princess: 1 : a pampered female of African American descent born to an upper-middle or upper-class family 2 : an African American female whose life experiences give her a sense of royalty and entitlement 3 : BAP (acronym) : colloquial expression 4 : an African American female accustomed to the best and nothing less. Drawn from hours of interviews archival research and frequent visits to Prada The Black American Princess Handbook offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at this exclusive lifestyle. Your total guide to BAP speak BAP style and BAP history this one-of-a-kind book explains everything you ever wanted know about living the BAP lifefrom breaking in a shop-a-phobic dad to planning a magical BAP debutante ball.. In addition you''ll learn why a true BAP cleans her house before the housekeeper arrives what to do if your Baby BAP wants to play sports and whether it''s OK for a relative to sing I Believe I Can Fly at a BAP wedding. Also featuring spot-the-BAP checklists suggestions for top BAP colleges a Who''s Who of famous BAPs a glossary (including essential French phrases) actual diary entries and e-mails from BAPS of all ages and crucial chapters such as It''s High Noon-Do You Know Where Your Groove Is?. The Black American Princess Handbook is destined to become a coveted treasure for BAPs worldwide. And published just in time for graduation it''s sure to be at the top of every BAP''s shopping list.