Busted: What's Wrong with My Excuse

by Charles Patton

This book is an entertaining anthology that compiles the most absurd excuses-from the pitiful to the preposterous-crafted by criminals, politicians, and everyday people caught in sticky situations. Through a blend of humor and insight, this collection sheds light on the ridiculous lengths people go to avoid responsibility, revealing a universal poor excuses often make their practitioners laughable and unconvincing. Readers will explore the essence of excuse-making, driven by the desire to safeguard reputations and evade consequences, and uncover the underlying strategies of obfuscation and blame. This book offers a fascinating look at human behavior and the comical ways we navigate our mistakes, exposing the truth beneath the facade. It includes a compendium of excuses. -- classifies excuses, discusses their underlying strategies, and lists many examples.

118 pages, Paperback

Published September 24, 2024

About the author

Charles Patton is the author of nonfiction and fiction books that explore how people think, lead, make decisions, and find purpose. His work reflects a lifelong interest in strategy, problem-solving, and the everyday challenges that shape who we become.

Across books such as Mastering Strategy, Thinking: Master Your Thoughts, and Extreme Leadership, Patton focuses on helping readers build clarity, confidence, and practical insight. He also writes fiction—mysteries, short stories, and character-driven tales rooted in human behavior.

He lives in Florida and continues to write about the ideas that matter most to him: personal growth, citizenship, responsibility, and the power of clear thinking.