A sharp, funny, and painfully honest dating guide for anyone navigating relationships with men in a patriarchy. How to Date Men When You Hate Men speaks to the complicated reality of desiring connection while also recognizing the frustrating power dynamics at play. Whether you’re exhausted by casual misogyny or just sick of dating confusion, this book offers relatable stories, biting humor, and real talk about how to hold both boundaries and hope. Author Blythe Roberson takes you through her experiences with love, lust, and low expectations while asking questions we’ve all had: Was that even a date? Why is it so hard to say what you want? Can we make dating less soul-crushing? It’s part social commentary, part dating guide, and all about reclaiming agency while still enjoying pleasure, flirtation, and maybe even some men.

You might like this book if:

• You’re a feminist navigating dating with nuance, humor, and healthy skepticism

• You want a book that validates your frustration without shaming your desires

• You’re tired of traditional dating guides and want a smart, modern perspective

• You appreciate a mix of memoir, cultural critique, and comedy

You might not like this book if:

• You prefer a conventional or optimistic tone about dating without critique

• You’re looking for step-by-step advice rather than reflective storytelling

• You’re currently in a place where you don’t want to examine gender politics in your dating life

This book makes a great gift for your bestie, your book club, or yourself, especially if your dating life feels like a mix of LOL and WTF.