mynotsobrilliant
Funny dating stories. Questionable choices. One unforgettable romantic comedy.
About Us
My Not So Brilliant Dating Career
My Not So Brilliant Dating Career by C C Blooms is a laugh-out-loud, gloriously awkward memoir of modern dating disasters. Through a series of hilarious and painfully relatable stories, Penny Curtis stumbles her way through decades of hopeless crushes, cringe-worthy first dates, misguided teenage flings, and truly bizarre encounters — all in the never-ending (and often misguided) search for “the one.”
From chasing boys in kindergarten with catastrophic results to executing elaborate Hubba Bubba seduction plans, from awkward Year 9 dance floors to spectacular speed-dating failures, Penny’s escapades are equal parts mortifying and heartwarming. She crosses paths with karma’s payback, rogue cockatoos, rogue Collingwood fans, and a long parade of suitors who prove life is rarely a rom-com.
Told through witty, quick-fire email banter with her best friend Stephanie, Penny explores why her love life has been a comedy of near-misses — and why she might finally be okay with it.
Perfect for fans of Bridget Jones, Dolly Alderton, or anyone who’s ever walked away from a date thinking, “Well… that was a disaster,” this book is a reminder that the best love story might just be the one you write for yourself — preferably after a tequila shot and a laugh with your mates.
For women navigating modern dating, self-growth, and second chances
More Than a Romantic Comedy — A Story About Growth, Grit, and Getting Back Up
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Radical Relatability
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Humor with Depth
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Empowered Imperfection
For every woman who has survived modern dating
Ready to Laugh, Cringe, and Feel Seen?
For anyone who’s ever thought, “Why did I text him back?”
About the Author Behind the Chaos
My Not So Brilliant Dating Career is a sharp, funny, and painfully relatable romantic comedy inspired by the kind of dating stories we usually only admit to in group chats. It’s for every woman who has survived bad dates, bad decisions, and still believes love might be worth it.
Brutally Honest Storytelling
No sugarcoating. No fairytale edits. Just real, messy, modern dating — told with humor, heart, and a little self-roast.
Romantic Comedy Energy
Think awkward first dates, questionable choices, and laugh-out-loud moments wrapped in warmth and emotional growth.
More Than Just a Love Story
At its core, this book is about self-worth, resilience, and figuring yourself out — even when your dating career isn’t exactly brilliant.
💬 What Readers Are Saying About This Dating Disaster
I laughed so hard I had to put the book down — then immediately picked it back up because I needed to know what disaster came next. Painfully relatable, hilarious, and oddly comforting.”
— Emma R.
Every chapter felt like a story I’ve lived… just slightly worse. This book perfectly captures the chaos of dating, the cringe, and the humour we all use to survive it.”
— Sophie L.
If Bridget Jones had email threads and zero filter, this would be her diary. I laughed, winced, and felt completely seen.”
— Lauren M.
Ready to Laugh at Love (and Yourself)?