Author Archives: B

My New Book, and The End of My Online Secret Identity

Posted on January 17, 2013 by B

My name is Brian Donovan, and I am an online dater. For some of my readers, those who have been following my other writing on Thought Catalog, that’s not much of a revelation. I’ve written about it over there frequently. … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 16 Comments

Ever Been Dumped Because of the Homeless? I Have!

Posted on January 9, 2013 by B

It’s hard to know when you’ve really hooked a girl. Is it when she first laughs at one of your jokes? Or after that first kiss goodnight? Or, maybe, is it the first time you have this timeless romantic exchange… … Continue reading →

Posted in Horror Stories | 19 Comments

Question: Is This Man a Scumbag?

Posted on December 22, 2012 by B

Loyal readers may remember Max, a man who caused quite a stir some months with a story about standing up his date. You should read the piece here, because it’s awesome, but the long and the short of it is: Max … Continue reading →

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Web Dating 101: Always Trust the Worst Picture

Posted on December 15, 2012 by B

Let’s say you’re going out on a date with Meg Ryan, but have no idea what she looks like. Maybe you’re not a big movie person, or maybe you’re not a big shitty movie person, but the point is, you … Continue reading →

Posted in Advice | 2 Comments

The Time I Created a Fake Woman’s Profile…

Posted on December 7, 2012 by B

Internet dating is pretty much made for the ladies, right? All you’ve got to do is throw up a couple of pictures, string together a few sentences that aren’t totally cliche, and wait for the emails to come rolling in. … Continue reading →

Posted in Internet Dating is Weird | 17 Comments

Big News — ‘It’s Not a Match’ Book On the Way!

Posted on November 26, 2012 by B

I have very exciting news to report! Last week I signed a deal for the long-awaited It’s Not a Match book. And by long-awaited, I mean not awaited at all by anyone, other than me and my cat. But nonetheless, … Continue reading →

Posted in It's Not a Match Classic | 12 Comments

Can You Take an Internet Date to a Wedding?

Posted on November 15, 2012 by B

Bringing a date of any kind to a wedding is risky. On paper, it should be a fun weekend. I mean, there’s fancy clothes, an open bar, and food that someone else paid for. It’s like going on a date … Continue reading →

Posted in Advice, Internet Dating is Weird | 4 Comments

The Man Who Stalks Bad Dates

Posted on November 9, 2012 by B

I threw down the gauntlet a few weeks back, and asked you readers to step up the insanity of your Internet dating game. And I’m not sure what this says about me and the sort of people I attract, but … Continue reading →

Posted in Horror Stories, Your Awful Stories | 10 Comments

How is This My Match, Boobs Edition

Posted on November 2, 2012 by B

I have learned over time not to mince words in my profile. Initially I focused on being  funny and well-rounded, trying to cast the widest net possible. So I’d make jokes, and list every interest I’ve ever had or conceivably … Continue reading →

Posted in How is This My Match? | 13 Comments

The Scariest Email I’ve Ever Received

Posted on October 26, 2012 by B

Every Halloween, I think back to this email. I often wonder where the author is now, and if he’s killed anyone yet. It’s got that special level of crazy that is so specific, so genuine, that you can’t tell whether … Continue reading →

Posted in It's Not a Match Classic, Your Awful Stories | 13 Comments