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We Are Never Meeting in Real Life
by Samantha Irby
Hilarious, self-deprecating essays about chronic illness and everyday disasters
Similar to:
More consistently comedic than Sedaris, with heart underneath
Why Danny will like this:
Irby is consistently funnier than most of these authors - laugh-out-loud, tears-streaming funny. The poignancy sneaks up on you as she writes about chronic illness, relationships, and just trying to get through life.
Themes:
Chronic illnessEveryday lifeSelf-deprecating humor
Also check out:
Wow, No Thank You (another collection)