Josh Olsen’s third collection of nonfiction, Things You Never Knew Existed, was written during a period of transition, in a space of underemployment, familial challenges, and adult disillusionment, where trading cards, action figures, and pro wrestling aren’t mere reminders of a carefree youth, but function as lifelines to self-care. These essays reveal insight into the value of obscure, small pleasures, with an unyielding eye for detail, pervasive humor, and a profound sense of empathy.