THATCHER HATES THE BATH:: From longtime Law & Order: SVU writer/producer Allison Intrieri comes a picture book that reimagines a classic crime scene—bath time.
THATCHER HATES THE BATH is a laugh-out-loud story about a boy who screams so loudly at bath time that it triggers a full-blown emergency response. Police rush in, firefighters arrive, helicopters circle, and newscasters go live. Each has a wild suggestion—from turkey dinners to surfboards—and Thatcher’s mom tries them all. Overflowing with chaos, heart, and a whole lot of water, this book is perfect for families who’ve ever faced a toddler meltdown of any kind.
At its core, Thatcher Hates the Bath reminds readers that parenting is messy, laughter helps, that you don't always have to get it right the first time and sometimes the simplest solution is to tune out the noise and trust your own instincts.
AS SEEN ON TALK PITTSBURGH
Allison Intrieri, veteran TV writer (Law & Order: SVU, Bull, East New York) and debut children’s book author of Thatcher Hates the Bath, was recently featured on Talk Pittsburgh, where she shared the hilarious, heartfelt inspiration behind her book. The segment highlighted how Allison turned a parenting meltdown into a playful “crime scene: bath time” adventure that parents and kids will laugh through again and again.
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AS FEATURED ON TODAYUS.COM
Allison Intrieri, veteran TV writer (Law & Order: SVU, Bull, East New York) and debut children’s book author of Thatcher Hates the Bath, was profiled in TodayUS.com’s article "From Crime Dramas to Children’s Laughter: The Story of Allison Intrieri and Roaring Potato Press" on August 24, 2025. The feature explores how Allison turned parenting chaos into comedic gold, channeling her drama-writing expertise into a playful—and profoundly relatable—picture book. It showcases her journey from crafting high-stakes episodes to navigating bath-time emergencies, emphasizing how she reframed the parent as protagonist in a riotous, heartwarming story.
📰 Read the TodayUS.com feature here »
About Allison
Allison Intrieri is a Pittsburgh native and graduate of Loyola University Chicago, where she earned her B.A. in English Literature. A two-time recipient of the Francis C. Lawler Award for Poetry, her work has appeared in Parting Gifts Literary Journal. Allison went on to write for television, with credits including Law & Order: SVU, Bull, and Power: Force. She now lives in Los Angeles with her son and their dog, Potato.
Thatcher Hates the Bath is her debut children’s picture book, inspired by the chaotic, heartfelt moments of parenthood—particularly those with her son, who remains her greatest source of pride.
Upcoming events
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BOOK RELEASE
RELEASE DATE: SEPT 6, 2025 (National Read A Book Day)
GUEST APPEARANCE - THE TALK PITTSBURGH 9/8/25 @ 3PM
WILD MAMAS STORYTIME COFFEE WITH PHILZ 9/11/25 @ 10AM
READING WITH YOUR KIDS PODCAST (TBD)
STORYTIME WITH RYAN & CRAIG (TBD)
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