Comedian M Dickson's parents divorced when she was nearly seven years old and it took her a whole lot longer than her mother to realize that a relationship with her father was a bad idea. DEAR DAD, IT'S OVER. turns custody into candor one story at a time from the perspective too frequently forgotten, the child's. The often hilarious and always heart-tugging journey captured on these pages will resonate with anyone who has experienced divorce, an absent parent or step-family. Equal parts heartache and laughter, the essays and memories weave together the perfect picture of the roller coaster ride of growing up divided. About the Author M Dickson is a nationally touring stand-up comic. When she's not on the road she can be found at home in Toms River, New Jersey listening to country music and obsessing over all of Jim Henson's work.