Single and Forced to Mingle
A Guide for (Nearly) Any Socially Awkward Situation
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- $10.99
Publisher Description
“Hilarious.” —Cosmopolitan
A laugh-out-loud, tongue-in-cheek guidebook filled with hilarious and helpful advice—from how to dodge family members’ unwanted questions about babies to successfully creating a fake partner during wedding season—for anyone trying to survive and thrive in the midst of singledom. Perfect for fans of Hey Ladies! and Single State of Mind.
So, you’re single. Whether existing sans partner is a new state of being or you’ve been on this solo journey for a while, the fact of the matter is this: being single is actually awesome.
You can do whatever you want, travel wherever you want, and be your truest, most free self. But there are a lot of people out there—your mom, your married best friend, the wedding industry, society—who see things differently. To them, singledom is something to avoid at all cost, no matter how many times you tell them you love your life the way it is. The limit does not exist when it comes to telling Aunt Carol you still don’t want to be set up with her neighbor’s ex-stepson.
Now, Melissa Croce gives you the tips, tricks, and sage advice you need to graciously endure all of the cringe-worthy scenarios your single self may dread, from awkward small talk with an ex to navigating well-meaning but insensitive relatives. And it helps you truly flourish in your singledom, offering activities like quizzes aimed at helping you find a new hobby and tarot spreads for that cozy Saturday night in. Part real-world guide, part commiseration, and part celebration, Single and Forced to Mingle will steer you through the ups and downs of being single, reminding you just how good it feels to be free.
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Croce debuts with a bright and witty guidebook for living the single life. After Croce grew tired of repeating herself to well-meaning family members at weddings who pried into her romantic life, she created a brochure that answered commonly posed to people who aren't in a relationship. Croce's tactics include fill-in-the-blank templates and ready-made excuses, such as ironically attributing one's relationship status to one's zodiac sign. ("Taurus: You're a homebody who enjoys the simple pleasures in life.") She tells readers what to do when they run into their ex, how to navigate high school reunions (play a drinking game), and suggests activities to enjoy solo such as ideas for picnics and beach days. Croce also includes mindfulness activities and ideas for "dissociative daydreams" (such as planning a dream date with a celebrity), a "single person tarot spread" meant for understanding stressful social situations, and cocktail recipes to help singles through specific situations (such as the Devil's Handshake, for an awkward mixer, or the Witch Hunt, to accompany tarot readings). The smart and irreverent advice will be welcomed by readers who love living solo.
