I've written this book for those who want (or need) to chuckle at the dating life or--since their own has achieved a level of perfection unsurpassed in human history---the dating life of other folks. It might also appeal to readers who need a good cry...at all the goofs and gaffes they've contributed to the vast archives of dating misery. (Disclaimer: The author has NEVER experienced any such misery.)

How to use I Have a Date, Now What?

• Tweet out/post your newfound 'wisdom'.

• Gift a friend with a copy. (Make sure you do it ASAP before it hits the best seller list. You wouldn't want to lose your 'trendsetter' status, would you? Who knows--it might even qualify you as an 'influencer'.)

• Bring it on your next date. (Team up to avoid-or, for you risk-takers, reenact-the pitfalls highlighted in the book. Why not include one of the 'date escape' tips to close out the evening?)

• Use I Have a Date's hints and warnings to set up a 'world's worst date' party. (I still shudder at my page on manscaping.)

Enjoy!