Michael Taeckens presents a startling spectrum of break-up stories from some of the most talented contemporary writers in the world, including Junot Diaz, Lynda Barry, Gary Shteyngart, and Kate Christensen. Featuring contributors who are (or were) married, single, gay, and transgendered, this eclectic collection provides plenty of voyeuristic laughter, along with inspiring insight about what might be gained from a relationship gone wrong.