Publisher's Synopsis
I wrote this book with a light heart and a mischievous spirit, hoping to shine a satirical light on the complexities of working in a system that's simultaneously chaotic and meticulous. Behind every form you fill out, every approval you seek, and every decision you delay, there's a story. This book is a collection of those stories-the ones that are often left untold, because, in the end, public servants are too busy dealing with the next crisis to ever reflect on their day-to-day victories.
As you read through these pages, I hope you'll find yourself chuckling, reminiscing, and perhaps even recognizing a little bit of your own experiences in these exaggerated, fictionalized accounts. Whether you're a public servant, someone who works with them, or simply an observer, this book is for anyone who's ever wondered just how the public service world really works-and why, sometimes, the best solution to a problem is to simply take a nap.
