A Girl's Guide to Dating a Geek

I bought this book as a gift for my girlfriend with the prior knowledge that I would fit into several of the pigeon holes this book defined as geek. It was soon discovered, however, that this book is a hilariously comprehensive look at what it means to be a geek, and why that's a good thing. Beginning with a Geek Test, this guide helps an inquisitive woman determine if she is dating a geek. Of the 27 questions ranging from hygiene, physical appearance, college degree, and number of video game consoles owned/plugged in, a little over half fit me perfectly. Make no mistake though, I'm not a nerd. Author Omi M. Inouye makes it very clear; geeks are cooler than nerds since nerds are "socially unacceptable in all circumstances." The one major downfall to this book is that it assumes that a female can "train" a geek. It's the classic woman goal of a fixer-upper. Why women want to do this is anyone's guess, but for the most part they end up attempting to emasculate rather than groom. The author even recommends a few methods of sabotaging a geek's favorite clothing and/or his internet access. This is HIGHLY inadvisable. Although, there is a very accurate compilation of gifts and methods of apology for when a woman plays the word/mind games all women play. Ignoring the overall intellectually superior premise of this book, it's ignorant of the author to think she can actually train a geek with merely pie; unless, of course, she's talking about the tongue-in-cheek Cherry Pie about which Warrant sang in the early 90s. Then, she has a point, but it only goes so far. Written in a language that requires very little geekiness to understand, it's a perfect nightstand book for any woman wanting to keep daily tabs on her man's geek level. It's geekiness for the laywoman. With flow charts, organizational charts, molecule diagrams, and even circuit diagrams - that I appreciated immensely - it's quintessential geek. As a hybrid Jock Geek and Know it all Geek, I feel comfortable in recommending this book for anyone who wants to really know the truth about geekdom. You'll definitely ROTFLYAO.

If you are a geeky guy or a girl wanting to understand her game obsessed boyfriend or guy friends this is a book to read. I am not to sure on any valuable lessons from this book but it did have clever moments. The Pie Scale is something girls can learn from for any situation with guys. Get it. Read it. Enjoy it. Laugh About it. and Share it.

It's pretty funny. I got it for my gf and she liked it.

I bought it for a girlfriend of mine for her birthday. It's a witty worthwhile read for sure!

Technically a book.

As a human being and educator who has observed the geek in his natural habitat ( the classroom) I have to agree with Omi's assessment of the humanoid we refer to as "geek". While it is generally agreed that "nerds" are subpar members of the human species, most would agree that anyone resembling the geek has potential. Geeks(Y) are often highly intelligent who pursue fabulous degrees ( medical, engineering, chemistry, ect..) which translates into a useful education which attracts dollars which further translates into a husband who will provide a good living for figure X. That's you girls. While it may cost you many trips to the store to ensure the freezer is stocked with an assortment of crappy frozen pizzas, it is well worth your time when you consider what you get in exchange: a nice home, a good neighborhood, and cello lessons for little Chester. You will also need to purchase an expensive washer/dryer to keep said geek's socks and clothes in minty fresh condition. The downside is that you will have to learn to bake pies, but hey, a pie in exchange for all the things you will receive in return is a cheap price to pay. The question is, can a man be a geek and still hold on to his guy card? I think yes. Masculinity comes in many forms and that includes highly intelligent and inquisitive minds who just happen not to bathe on a regular basis; minor annoyance when you consider you will married to Dr. Geek, Professor Geek, or Scientist/ Inventor/ Entrepreneur Geek. "A Girl's Guide to Dating a Geek" is a clever, well-written, dare I say thesis? on the male egghead called geek. It is easy to read for the rest of us non PhD's and anyone who has ever discussed CPU's, been involved in LARP's, or attended a LAN party ( which is one of the most bizarre gathering of smelly people I have ever seen) will know that she has been in the company of a geek. I did have some trouble locating the author's website until I came up with oMi( notice the capital M) Online which took me right there. The website is not only hilarious, but entertaining as well. I thoroughly recommend this creative one-of-a-kind book by Omi M. Inouye. B.J. Bradley author How to Hold on to Your Guy Card ( In a Chick's World)

There are a few reviews hating on this book, but really it's all for a good laugh. I'm a geek and I bought this for my girlfriend who found it hilarious as well as being a little truthful. I've read parts of it myself and had a good chuckle. Especially the geek test. If you're not confident in being a geek then this book may hurt your feelings a little. But if your a geek and proud of it then sure as hell get it! Your girlfriend will probably be the type that already accepts your geekiness as it is, and this will be perfect for her. Just don't go out and give it to that girl you've been facebook stalking for three years, because chances are she'll just not see it in the same light.

The 'information' in this book may not be strictly true, but I found it hilarious! A friend recommended it so I thought I'd give it a go. The glossary at the back is handy for the initiated.

Purchased as a gift for a girlfriend of a close friend of mine. She thought it was hilarious! Him not so much... The desired effect was certainly achieved ;)

Just a must have for all geeks and girls who think their guys are Geeks - because this is one of the first books who explains the difference between a Nerd and a Geek!! It's really humorous and I enjoyed reading - so my geeky guy did it, too!

Good fun, and I was relieved to find that I'm not the geekiest guy on the planet. I think whatshername was relieved too, I must email myself a reminder to ask her.