Romantically Challenged: A Memoir in Messages

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.

Love letters have been replaced with quick texts. The heart emoji is the new rose. And “What’s up?” is the new “How do you do?”

In Romantically Challenged: A Memoir in Messages, Fran Preston dives headfirst into the digital dating world with her trademark wit, self-deprecating humour, and a series of cringe-worthy yet surprisingly insightful texts, chats, and DMs from her own romantic misadventures. From awkward first messages that read like a bot wrote them, to ghostings that leave you questioning your entire existence, this memoir is a hilarious collection of the highs and lows of modern love—one message at a time.

But it's not just about the disasters. Fran explores what happens when genuine connections are buried under the weight of autocorrect fails, misinterpreted emojis, and the constant pressure to be ‘available’ all the time. With each chapter, Fran shares her story of learning to navigate love, tech, and vulnerability in an age where everything feels like it’s just a swipe away.

For anyone who's ever stared at their screen, wondering whether to send that text, or whether to just throw their phone into the sea—this is the guide to navigating the mess that is modern romance, with a dash of hope and a whole lot of laughs.