Emily O'Brien Talks Things I Heard While Dating

Have you ever been left speechless by something a date said—whether it was so peculiar it caught you off guard or so wildly inappropriate it made you laugh? In Things I Heard While Dating, Emily dives into the quirky, cringe-worthy and often hilarious world of real-life dating encounters. This collection of over 100 memorable lines from dates, marriages and questionable pickup attempts, paired with funny backstories and dating insights, captures the lighter side of modern relationships. Super relatable. Have you ever experienced these dating mishaps?

Emily O'Brien is a Raleigh-based writer and editor and the author of Things I Heard While Dating, a compilation book that dives into the quirky, cringe-worthy and often hilarious world of romantic dialogues. Currently the managing editor of SUCCESS magazine, Emily has held various magazine positions over the past decade, including senior digital editor roles at Old House Journal, New Old House, and Period Homes, as well as managing editor of Traditional Building.