This collection of short stories was less than stellar. The writing was simplistic and obnoxious, with no purpose or irony to any of the stories. Everyone is so impressed with the fact that his stories are `true' - I'm trying hard to figure out why blatantly writing about everyday situations-i.e., being forced to interact with losers on a daily basis - is suddenly innovative art. The self-deprecating characters did a good job of observing how life sucks-something I easily do myself everyday within my own mind or via conversation with other disillusioned people. These stories left me dry, empty, and disappointed that I wasted both my precious time and money.Admittedly, I did laugh a few times-so I guess all was not forsaken.