Author BA Ball, who writes under the name Barby, has published 'MENOPOLY – A parody about the grim reality of dating in the Techno-Age!', a humorous examination of contemporary dating culture. The book draws from Ball's personal dating experiences to create what she describes as a funny, light-hearted look at online dating, dating apps, and in-person relationships.
The book serves dual purposes as both entertainment and practical guide. Ball positions it as an eye-opening tutorial for women about what to watch for in dating situations and for men about how not to behave. She categorizes dating experiences through character types including The Pistol Packer, The Hose Dragger, Bi-Polar Man, The Cheetah (aka Cheater), and Loser/Liar, among others.
'I dated these guys and took a funny spin on my experiences,' Ball said. 'Pretty much seen most all the good, bad and ugly out there.' Her writing journey began as a blog before evolving into a book project after encouragement from friends.
Ball attributes her comedic approach to family heritage, noting that records show she's related to Lucille Ball. 'It's in my genes!' she explained. This inherited sense of humor informs her approach to writing funny books that allow creative expression while offering perspective on dating relationships.
The book represents the first in what Ball anticipates will be multiple publications. Another upcoming title, 'Life in the Hen House,' uses chicken behavior as metaphor for human social dynamics, particularly how women establish social hierarchies. Ball explains the connection: 'When you introduce a new hen into the hen house they will check it out, size it up and if they don't like her…peck her to death, literally.'
'MENOPOLY' is available through major retailers including Amazon.com. The book's publication was supported by Total Publishing And Media, which provides comprehensive publishing services. The company offers writing, editing, design, printing, distribution, and marketing support, along with author development services and workshops. Additional information about their services can be found at www.TotalPublishingandMedia.com.
For the publishing industry, Ball's book represents growing interest in humor-based nonfiction that addresses contemporary social issues through personal narrative. The approach combines memoir elements with social commentary, a format that has gained popularity in recent years. Books that blend entertainment with practical advice continue to find audiences seeking both diversion and guidance in navigating complex social landscapes.
The timing of 'MENOPOLY' coincides with ongoing cultural conversations about dating app culture, changing relationship norms, and how technology affects human connections. By using humor to address these topics, Ball joins authors who employ comedy as a vehicle for social observation and personal reflection. Her work demonstrates how personal experiences can be transformed into broadly relatable content that both entertains and informs readers about shared cultural experiences.
