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New Year, Same Trash

Resolutions I Absolutely Did Not Keep

Samantha Irby

Ages 13–18

Readers rate it 4.1 (10 on Hardcover)

27 pages · Released Jan 24, 2017

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This is a humorous essay collection by adult comedian Samantha Irby about failing at New Year's resolutions, aimed primarily at adult readers. The tone is witty and self-deprecating rather than crude, though occasional profanity appears consistent with the author's comedic voice. The underlying message—that self-acceptance and imperfection are okay—has merit for older teens, but the adult perspective and casual language make it better suited to mid-to-late adolescents rather than younger readers.

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Comedian, blogger and essayist Samantha Irby is not going to be a better person this year than she was last. Nope. With a small group of woo-woo others, Irby sets seventy micro-resolutions, and then—with the rest of us—she fails at almost every single one of them. A Vintage Shorts Original. An ebook short. Thoughtful,... Comedian, blogger and essayist Samantha Irby is not going to be a better person this year than she was last. Nope. With a small group of woo-woo others, Irby sets seventy micro-resolutions, and then—with the rest of us—she fails at almost every single one of them. A Vintage Shorts Original. An ebook short. Thoughtful, witty, poignant—the failed intentions in New Year Same Trash will make you laugh and cry. Because you know you’ve been there. You can’t wake up in time to go to brunch. Swimming three times a week? Who are you kidding. You’re not going to shower every day or pack your lunch every day. You’re definitely not going to choose a smart movie over mindless entertainment, because you’re tired. You’re lazy. And, no, you’re never going to be a positive thinker. “I didn’t do this. I’m gonna. Maybe.” Don’t worry. It’s okay. There’s always next year. Instantly recognizable to anyone who’s ever failed to make goals and stick with them, New Year Same Trash will bring hilarious relief. Don't miss Samantha Irby's bestselling new book, Quietly Hostile!

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ISBN 9780525435150 · Vintage

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