"Set your other books aside for a day or two and read straight through Man and Boy." —USA Today

Some situations to avoid when preparing for your all-important, finally-I-am-fully-grown thirtieth birthday:

• Having a one-night stand with a colleague from work.
• The rash purchase of luxury items you can't afford.
• Being left by your wife.
• Losing your job.
• Suddenly becoming a single parent.

If you are coming up on thirty, whatever you do, don't do any of that. It will f*** up your whole day.