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In 'Center of the Universe', God struggles to balance his career with his long-term girlfriend's needs. In 'Magical Mr. Goat', a young girl's imaginary friend dreams of becoming 'more than friends'. In 'Unprotected', an unused prophylactic recalls a time spent trapped inside a teen boy's wallet. Simon Rich's new book 'The Last Girlfriend on Earth' is a delightful mix of bizarre and funny short stories that explore the complexities of love, from loss to finding and breaking it. With razor-sharp humor and illustrations, Rich takes readers on a rollercoaster ride of the human experience, perfect for Valentine's Day and beyond.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Absurdist Fiction
Authors: Simon Rich
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