The Bumble Diaries: How To Make Online Dating Fun Again

(Story.One, September 2023)

Frustrated with the endless cycle of swiping, ghosting, annoyances, boredom? Deleting and reinstalling the apps in a final bid to find something real?  Yeah, me too. 

A final swiping round didn't lead to The Right One. But it did inspire this compilation of original, heart-felt poems, sent to Bumble matches, based on their photos and dating profiles. 

Looking for a light, fun, and painfully relatable read? This book is what's missing from your wish list (and coffee tables everywhere).

*the profile photos of Bumble matches are in fact Unsplash stock photos. The poems were actually sent. 

"This book is such a fun read! I couldn't stop giggling at some parts because they reminded me so much of my own experience with dating apps in the past. Since it's a quick read with funny visuals to go along with, I figured it might get another copy, as it woul be the perfect gift for a (single) friend of mine :D" - N.

"The poems are always lighthearted and funny. It's a great take on online dating, which no one really likes, so the book makes it really fun and less intimidating. Highly recommend!" 

- R.

Chapter 8 contains poems in Dutch. But I didn't include the translations. My bad!

You deserve to cringe or laugh along when hearing of dating disappointments in any language.

So, please find here the English versions of the poems, for your entertainment. 🇬🇧

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