Possible Side Effects

National Bestseller

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Running with Scissors comes Augusten Burroughs's most provocative collection of true stories yet. From nicotine gum addiction to lesbian personal ads to incontinent dogs, Possible Side Effects mines Burroughs's life in a series of uproariously funny essays. These are stories that are uniquely Augusten, with all the over-the-top hilarity of Running with Scissors, the erudition of Dry, and the breadth of Magical Thinking. A collection that is universal in its appeal and unabashedly intimate, Possible Side Effects continues to explore that which is most personal, mirthful, disturbing, and cherished, with unmatched audacity. A cautionary tale in essay form. Be forewarned--hilarious, troubling, and shocking results might occur.

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Published Apr 17, 2007

320 pages

Average rating: 6.91

11 RATINGS

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Community Reviews

yutsi
May 12, 2025
8/10 stars
4.5. The author is a dick but hilarious. There are some heartwarming moments sprinkled throughout.
Maurine Cobabe
Nov 22, 2023
4/10 stars
Bought this book on a whim in the airport, as I am wont to do. It's a bad habit, really, because it was a bit overpriced. But a worthwhile read. I sat there in the terminal trying not to roll on the floor laughing. A little dirty for my tastes in some parts, though.
jeshiltner
May 04, 2023
4/10 stars
I found this book to be a Sedaris rip-off, been there, read that, years ago. Stories are funny enough, but kind of over this style of book... maybe someday I'll rent this from the library and finish reading it, but it's just been collecting dust and dog hair on my shelf. ;-)

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