Dive into the audacious and unforgettable debut short story collection from Danny McBride, the acclaimed creator of The Righteous Gemstones, Vice Principals, and Eastbound & Down. Thrilling Tales of Modern Men delivers hilarious, razor-sharp, and unexpectedly emotional stories that probe the fragile masculinity inherent to modern American culture.

McBride, known for his work in cult TV series and comedy films like Pineapple Express, channels his unique voice into this collection of fiction, redefining the tale of the modern man through wild twists and turns.

• A darkly funny look at an amateur magician who gets in way over his head with a deadly stunt at a local mall.
• The tale of a washed-up sitcom actor seeking revenge on the coyote that killed his dog.
• Two young runaways embarking on one last big adventure before parting ways.

• Author: Danny McBride
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Print Length: 368 pages
• Publication Date: June 25, 2026
• ISBN-10: 1529998433
• ISBN-13: 978-1529998436
• Dimensions: 16.5 x 3.3 x 24.4 cm
• Weight: 570 g

For readers who enjoy Literary Fiction and Humorous Fiction, this collection offers a fresh, provocative, and highly entertaining perspective on contemporary life.