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But Like Maybe Don't?: What Not to Do When Dating: An Illustrated Guide

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The creator of the Instagram sensation But Like Maybe takes us on an illustrated journey through her worst dating mistakes—a hilarious, hopeful guide to what you need to get wrong in love before you get it right. Arianna Margulis’s pen was set aflame when a boyfriend took her for a walk in Central Park. She was sneak-attack dumped because she “interfered with his meditation schedule.” After a few sobs, she found her way to a Sharpie, doodled the hilarity and the heartbreak, and But Like Maybe was born. As her cartoons became an Instagram cult hit, Arianna chronicled her misadventures through modern love via a crop-topped doppelganger, equal parts optimistic and anxious, who holds tight to the belief that bae is out there. Now, with 70 never-before-seen toons, her first book is a witty and winning primer on what not to do when dating. Inspired by all the ways Arianna’s gone wrong in her search for love, from planning matching outfits with her high school boyfriend without his knowledge to deplaning an aircraft because her crush texted, this charming and off-kilter anti-guide gently leads you to what matters: realizing that you’re already pretty awesome. With plenty of advice for recognizing and moving on when he’s just not that into you, Arianna shows how to not let a read receipt ruin your night, what to do when the slow fade commences, and how to flip the busy script on a guy. Dating can make the best of us a bit crazy. Keep this guide by your side so that the next time tequila urges you to text your ex, you can instead tell yourself . . . but like maybe don’t. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Rodale Books; Illustrated edition (February 4, 2020)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 176 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0593136608


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 07


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.2 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.29 x 0.83 x 8.29 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #986,137 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #927 in Contemporary Women Graphic Novels (Books) #1,097 in Educational & Nonfiction Graphic Novels #1,472 in Dating (Books)


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  • Great
Don’t fully love everything about this book. That said though, the doodles were great, and most of all it was totally relatable but also helpful while being a fun/funny read. Definitely recommend... I bought the kindle edition as I was skeptical but probably will purchase the print copy (and maybe a couple extras for some friends like me haha) ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2020 by Hannah

  • Relatable, heartfelt, and funny book
I've been following butlikemaybe for quite some time on Instagram and have always loved her content. That being said, I was very excited to buy her book when it was released. It didn't disappoint! It was relatable, heartfelt, and funny!! I read it all in one sitting and immediately passed it on to my roommate because I knew she'd enjoy it too. Buy this book! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2020 by Katherine Scott

  • Just Do It
This masterfully illustrated & written book is such a must have in your library. Get yourself & your nearest & dearest girlies all copies.
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2023 by Frenchierascals

  • loved every word!
This book is for every female out there! I laughed, related while cringing bc I’ve been ther but absolutely loved the brutal honesty and humor! We are normal.! We just need guidance. I’m way older and only wish I had this insight in my early 30’s it took me a while but I got there! Bravo! Great book! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2023 by Ben Torcivia

  • A Heartwarming Read
I've followed @butlikemaybe on Instagram for years, and while I'm no longer in the dating scene, Margulis perfectly captures the feelings my friends and I had in our early twenties. Single, ready to mingle, hitting up bars and trying oh-so-hard to find 'the one.' This book's tone of positivity and acceptance of yourself is a great message for other women in that stage of life. I enjoyed the essays with cartoons interspersed throughout, and am excited to see what else Arianna Margulis has in store for readers in the future! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2020 by Bethany Allison

  • I’m In Love!
Three words, I’m in love! This book is amazing and I can not put it down!!! I have always been a fan of But Like Maybe and I was so excited when I heard she was writing a book and the book exceeded my expectation. I love how funny and relatable it is and it is just fantastic! I have recommended it to all my friends and I recommend it to all of you to read it!! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2020 by Samantha Brown

  • Great book but came slightly damaged
Book was hilarious and a fun quick read. I’ll be leaving it on my coffee table for guests to pick at when over. I took off a star because Some of the pages were damaged and crinkled but still legible. All in all a great book and something every girl should read.
Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2020 by Kindle Customer

  • Loved it
I have followed butlikemaybe for a while, and as soon as I realized the book was coming out i knew that i had to acquire it ASAP which is kind of hard bc i live in south america and the shipping would take a while. Even though it costed extra every penny was worth it. Loved the book because its relatable in every sentence and i loved the more in depth look we get into her life trough this amazing doodles. If you like to laugh at life and yourself i recommed this book ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2020 by Amazon Customer

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