Have you read He’s Just Not That Into You and thought, “Okay, dickwad. I get it. Now what?” Do The Rules make you shudder? Are you too cynical for the self-help section? Stress no more, solo girl: Here are ninety-eight solid suggestions for owning the dating scene. Step aside, Dr. Phil, meta-self-help is here.
Witty, snarky, and (deep down) sincere, Elizabeth Paulson offers advice and encouragement for twenty- and thirty-somethings on their quest to find love—or at least requited lust. There’s something here for everyone: Want a doctor? Candy stripes have never looked so good on you! Firemen more your style? Discover their local watering hole and brush up your barkeep skills. Does the strong, silent type make you hot? Join a gun club and watch the kick. Tired of trying so hard? Alaska boasts nearly 2 single guys for every single girl. And you’ll get used to the cold. Honest. Each suggestion includes a handy benefit-cost analysis, geographic recommendation, and likelihood of success. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, at the least, we hope you’ll get laid.