A funny and affirming illustrated guide, in New Yorker cartoonist Sarah Akinterinwa’s signature style, that offers a unique approach to finding love (or not).

This illustrated dating guide by cartoonist Sarah Akinterinwa, rooted in her experiences as a Black woman in her late twenties, encourages readers to be introspective, honest, and practical in their love lives. Through vignettes with scenes from modern dating, the book’s main character walks the reader through the ins and outs of being single, defining what you want in a partner, navigating dating apps, the value of therapy, contending with family expectations, and remaining optimistic about finding a relationship that’s right for you. 

The book includes cheeky illustrated sidebars and commentary, such as:

• A recipe for the perfect partner
• Updated love languages
• Dating affirmations you didn’t know you needed
• Advice for taking yourself on solo dates
• And more, all with an inclusive perspective on race, sexuality, and body image.