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Everything I Know About Love: A Memoir Paperback – February 9, 2021
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New York Times Bestseller
Like Bridget Jones’ Diary but all true— a wildly funny, occasionally heartbreaking memoir from the funny, sharp British journalist and podcast host, who Elizabeth Gilbert calls “a sparkling Roman candle of talent.”
“The older you get, the more baggage you carry. When you date at twenty-five, everyone walks into the bar with a very neat, light carry-on. When you date from thirty onwards, get ready to meet someone absolutely brimming with history, complications and demands.”
When it comes to the trials and triumphs of becoming an adult, writer Dolly Alderton has seen and tried it all. In her memoir, she vividly recounts falling in love, finding a job, getting drunk, getting dumped, and that absolutely no one can ever compare to her best girlfriends. Everything I Know About Love is about bad dates, good friends and—above all else— realizing that you are enough.
Glittering with wit and insight, heart and humor, Dolly Alderton’s unforgettable debut weaves together personal stories, satirical observations, a series of lists, recipes, and other vignettes that will strike a chord of recognition with women of every age.
- Print length368 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherHarper Perennial
- Publication dateFebruary 9, 2021
- Dimensions5.31 x 0.83 x 8 inches
- ISBN-100062968793
- ISBN-13978-0062968791
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“Dolly Alderton has always been a sparkling Roman candle of talent. She is funny, smart, and explosively engaged in the wonders and weirdness of the world. But what makes this memoir more than mere entertainment is the mature and sophisticated evolution that Alderton describes in these pages. It’s a beautifully told journey and a thoughtful, important book. I loved it.” — Elizabeth Gilbert, New York Times bestselling author of Eat, Pray, Love and City of Girls
“Hilarious and moving. Alderton is Nora Ephron for the millennial generation.” — Elizabeth Day, author of How to Fail and The Party
“Dolly Alderton is one of the foremost "it" writers of our time. Her sexy and tender debut, Everything I Know About Love is a one-sitting book, it is a break-up recovery book, it is a honey, what can I help you with tonight book, it is a this is what your lover should make you feel book. Whatever ails you, Alderton can fix it with her intimate wisdom... There is no writer quite like Dolly Alderton working today and very soon the world will know it.” — Lisa Taddeo, author of #1 New York Times bestseller Three Women
“Dolly Alderton is one of Britain’s best-known millennial writers….[with] the trusted voice of a close friend.” — New York Times
“Steeped in furiously funny accounts of one-night stands, ill-advised late-night taxi journeys up the M1, grubby flat-shares and the beauty of female friendships, as Alderton joyfully booze-cruises her way through her twenties.” — Metro
“Poignant, witty, comic, and self-deprecating. A laugh-out-loud, lightning quick journey through the years that will resonate with anyone who’s ever been young and in love.” — Daily Express (London)
“[A]ssuredly self-aware and reflective.” — Library Journal
“I loved it so much, I wanted it to go on forever, Dolly Alderton is so gifted at making people care. A rare talent.” — Marian Keyes
“Alderton is an old soul—she has learned life lessons while not yet out of her twenties that many of us post-menopausal matrons are still struggling with. A wonderful writer, who will surely inspire a generation the way that Caitlin Moran did before her.” — Julie Burchill
“Nora Ephron for the Tinder generation.” — Financial Times
"A Sunday Times columnist draws her coming-of-age story with tender flair... Alderton's portrait exemplifies love. A poignant breath of fresh air for those who struggled—or are struggling—with the dramedy of early adulthood." — Kirkus Reviews
“Dolly Alderton’s voice feels like your very favorite friend.” — Taylor Jenkins Reid, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Carrie Soto is Back, on Good Material
“You would struggle to find someone who flits as effortlessly between waxing poetic about Joachim Trier’s The Worst Person in the World and quoting Rob Reiner’s When Harry Met Sally.” — Variety
“Dolly Alderton is, quite simply, the bard of modern-day love.” — Lena Dunham, on Good Material
"Dolly Alderton is the closest person we have to a modern-day Carrie Bradshaw." — Shondaland, on Good Material
"Dolly Alderton is one of this generation’s preeminent oracles for love, romance, and heartbreak." — Elle, on Good Material
"The writing in Dolly Alderton books is so good it'll have you thinking you're in the midst of one of those amazing, 3-hour-long lunch catch ups with an old friend where you cover all the bases: love, career, and your impending existential crisis. It's painfully relatable and oh-so-compelling." — Brit + Co
About the Author
Dolly Alderton is an award-winning author and screenwriter. She has written four Sunday Times best-selling books, her memoir Everything I Know About Love became a top five Sunday Times bestseller in its first week of publication, won a National Book Award for Autobiography of the Year and spent 65 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. Her first novel Ghosts was nominated for the Bolinger Everyman Wodehouse Prize and a British Book Award.
Dolly’s latest novel, Good Material has recently been published in North America and instantly became a New York Times Bestseller as well as being named as one of their ten best books of 2024. She has written a column for The Sunday Times Style for 10 years and is their resident Agony Aunt.
Product details
- Publisher : Harper Perennial
- Publication date : February 9, 2021
- Language : English
- Print length : 368 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0062968793
- ISBN-13 : 978-0062968791
- Item Weight : 10.6 ounces
- Dimensions : 5.31 x 0.83 x 8 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #1,970 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #6 in Humor Essays (Books)
- #9 in Women's Biographies
- #29 in Memoirs (Books)
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About the author

Dolly Alderton is an award-winning author and journalist. She is a columnist for The Sunday Times Style and has also written for GQ, Red, Marie Claire and Grazia. From 2017 to 2020, she co-hosted the weekly pop-culture and current affairs podcast The High Low alongside journalist Pandora Sykes.
Her first book Everything I Know About Love became a top five Sunday Times bestseller in its first week of publication and won a National Book Award for Autobiography of the Year. Her first novel Ghosts was published in October 2020 and was also a top five Sunday Times Bestseller.
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Customers find this memoir refreshing and easy to read, appreciating its relatable content, particularly for single 20-something women. The book is well-written and humorous, making readers laugh and cry, with one customer noting how the author's British lingo adds charm. Customers value the book's portrayal of love through female friendships, and they appreciate its authenticity and honesty.
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Customers find the book refreshing and quick to read, describing it as a lovely and fun story.
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"Loved it. Read like fiction story flowed so well. I finished this book feeling so content and inspired. 10/10. Highly recommended" Read more
"Literally such a good book. Such great advice and the best read ever. 5/5" Read more
Customers find the memoir relatable, particularly noting its insights and life lessons, with one customer specifically mentioning its appeal to single 20-something women.
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"...well past that point and have matured, you'll probably find this book funny and relatable." Read more
"...It’s both hilarious and heartbreaking…like life!..." Read more
"May possibly be my favorite book I’ve ever read. Funny, touching, painful, relatable. Incredible read and HIGHLY recommend. Finished in 3 days." Read more
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Customers praise the writing style of the memoir, finding it well-crafted and readable.
"Incredible book!! So well written. Easy read but so much wisdom and feeling. Loved it!" Read more
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Customers appreciate the book's portrayal of love through female friendships and romantic relationships, with one customer highlighting its focus on self-love.
"...It’s emotional, funny, and full of wisdom. definitely a must-read for anyone looking for a real take on love. Highly recommend!" Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2025Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI’ve heard about this book a lot. It was not exactly what I was expecting. But I enjoyed reading it. I felt like I was listening to my crazy friend life story.
I do not approve most of the life choices of the author and as a woman that grew up in a Christian household I can’t relate to her experiences (fortunately).
What I can relate is the feeling of being lost in my twenties and trying to be happy only through romantic relationships. I’m excited to read more about this author.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2025Format: KindleVerified Purchasethis book makes me feel related in certain aspects of the author’s life from a teen till someone who is in her 30s.
pretty good read, doesn’t make you feel like you’re lacking behind when comparing urself to others. the book gives you the author’s personal lifestory/insights as well. it rlly makes you understand and feel that everyone has their own timeline in certain parts of their lives and it’s completely fine.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2023Format: PaperbackVerified PurchaseEverything I Know About Love is meant to be a candid exploration of one woman's experiences with love, friendship, and growing up. While it promises a relatable and humorous account of navigating the complexities of relationships, it ultimately fell short for me due to the protagonist's self-indulgent and often unlikable behavior. I picked this up because I feel young and stupid and I wanted a book that would tell me how to be better, or at least offer some empathy and relatability to the stupid issues that are consistent for women in their twenties. I did not find that here.
The memoir is structured as a series of personal anecdotes that offer glimpses into the author's life, from teenage years to adulthood. Through the lens of her own experiences, Alderton delves into the highs and lows of romantic relationships, the bonds of friendship, and the trials of self-discovery. The writing is witty and conversational, making it easy to dive into her world. And I really wanted to like it.
However, the main stumbling block for me was the characterization of the author herself. While it's not uncommon for memoirs to feature flawed protagonists (because, duh, real people aren't perfectly likable), Alderton's self-absorption and ignorance bordered on depressing for me. Her actions and choices often come across as thoughtless and inconsiderate, making it challenging to sympathize with her struggles, and I struggle to believe that the hallmark of people in their twenties is being thoughtless and inconsiderate. That would be wildly depressing. What could have been charming or relatable selfishness instead veered into a territory of willful ignorance that kind of put me off.
That said, there are moments of insight and genuine humor in the book, especially when Alderton reflects on the ups and downs of female friendships. These moments provide a glimpse of the book's potential, offering relatable and thought-provoking content that many readers may find valuable.
While some people may appreciate the raw honesty and unfiltered portrayal of the author's life, others may, like myself, struggle to connect with a protagonist who often comes across as self-absorbed and oblivious to the impact of her actions on others. It's a book that might resonate with those who can forgive its flaws and appreciate its moments of insight, but it may leave others frustrated by its central character's shortcomings. I think if you're truly trying to improve, this might disappoint you- but if you're well past that point and have matured, you'll probably find this book funny and relatable.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2025Format: PaperbackVerified PurchaseI bought this book as a gift for a friend, and it was a huge hit! The author’s raw and honest reflections on love, relationships, and self-discovery are beautifully written. she said every chapter felt like a conversation with a close friend. It’s emotional, funny, and full of wisdom. definitely a must-read for anyone looking for a real take on love. Highly recommend!
- Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2025Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI have been seeing this book everywhere so I wanted to give it a chance. It was a wonderful read and you see so many stages of Dolly’s life thru love, loss, friends and heartbreak. It is a touching story and I am so glad that I read it!
- Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2025Format: KindleVerified PurchaseHow do I even begin to explain what this book means to me? this book talks about love in all shapes and all sizes. Love in the nature of friendship, and love in the nature in romance. It makes you look at yourself and understand these parts of you as a person, the good and the bad. The things that make life worth living. It’s womanhood, the shared tears and laugher with your closest friends. The memories of good and bad experiences but with a view of how they have made you who you are today, and what you will be. The easy and the difficult, the fun and the hard. It’s a book about navigating life and all the shit that comes with that.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2025Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI actually thought this memoir was really fun. The email/letter chapters were so funny and I agreed with a lot of what she was conveying in them. I also enjoyed the recipes thrown in as well. Some laughs, some heartbreaks, some hard truths but a fun read
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- PlaceholderReviewed in India on July 6, 2025
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CovaReviewed in Spain on January 13, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Novela en inglés
Bien de precio, no puedo reseñar la sinopsis porque ni es para mi ni lo he leído pero es el que quería. Tapa blanda y vino de tienda
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Kim-Shannon BRUNReviewed in France on August 8, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Ce livre est top
Je l’ai offert et il a beaucoup plus, je le recommande vivement
- Amazon KundeReviewed in Germany on July 6, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars loved this one!
I understand that some people don't see the point in the book, because there is no plot in the classical way. But that's what I LOVED about it. It is fun on the one hand and made me cry on the other hand, it has it's ups and downs - and that is just like life is! My personal life couldn't be more different to Dolly Aldertons but I just enjoyed all the stories and just felt so included like I would be part of her life. It's a memoir so don't expect a proper story but more like snippets of a life of someone in her twenties exploring herself, love, her friends, her life.
- SnapdragonReviewed in Australia on May 25, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it
As a person in her late sixties, I was interested to know what life is like for young women. Phone-driven, of course, and possibly there’s more shagging, and more Class A drugs (and casual acceptance of them), but otherwise, not so different from the sixties and seventies. Of course, a lot depended on the kind of person you were. My life was pretty straight but for those who really got into the swinging sixties, Dolly’s life would be very familiar.
What is lovely about this book is the theme of solid friendship with her female friends. And I loved the therapy parts where she really gets sorted, seeing, then leaving behind her destructive patterns and coming to a peaceful self-acceptance. There are parts that are funny, parts that are sad, and parts that are wise. It’s a great book, and Dolly herself sounds like a great person. Like me and many others, there’ll be sections you’ll want to highlight.