Dating and relationships Books

Book Synopsis“A classic.” —William H. Masters, M.D.Trade Review"This pioneering work opens whole new lines of thoughts and will benefit many couples." -- Bernie Zilbergeld, PhD, author of The New Male Sexuality"Schnarch takes the reader behind the scenes as couples describe similar feelings as well as their explicit sexual encounters during dramatic therapy sessions.... [A] useful guide." -- Marty Dean Evenswold - Library Journal

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Book SynopsisMany of us think of love as a strong emotion, a feeling we have for another person. Marshall Rosenberg's helps us take a wholly different and life-enriching approach to love. Love is something you "do," something you give freely from the heart. Using the Nonviolent Communication (NVC) process, learn how to express yourself nakedly and honestly to your partner, friends, or family, for no other purpose than to reveal what's present or alive in you. Discover what thousands of people around the world already know: A heart to heart connection strengthened by joyfully giving and receiving is the love you long to experience.Discover how to:- Free yourself from the burden of proving your love and requiring proof in return- Avoid doing anything out of guilt, resentment, shame or obligation - Learn to effectively express how you are and what you need

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Book SynopsisLaura Doyle's marriage was in trouble, and couples counseling wasn't helping. On the brink of divorce, she decided to talk to women who'd been happily married for over a decade, and their advice stunned her. From it, she distilled Six Intimacy Skills — woman-centric practices that ended her overwhelming resentment, restoring the playfulness and passion in her marriage. Now an internationally-recognized relationship coach, Doyle has shared her secrets with women around the globe, saving thousands of marriages with her fresh, revolutionary approach. Practical and counter-intuitive, the Six Intimacy Skills are about focusing on your own desires and transforming your own life—not bending over backwards to transform your husband. Incorporating these skills will empower you to: Attract his attention like a magnet when you relax more and do less, Receive affection not because you told him to make more of an effort, but because he naturally seeks you out, Feel more like yourself — and like yourself more. If you've been trying to 'fix' your relationship and it's not working, maybe the problem was never you, or your husband, or even the two of you as a couple. Maybe the problem is that nobody ever taught you the skills you need to foster respect, tenderness, and consideration. With humor and heart, The Empowered Wife shows you how to improve your relationship in ways you hadn't thought possible. You'll join a worldwide community of over 150,000 empowered wives who finally have the marriages they dreamed of when they said 'I do.'Trade Review“Laura Doyle does it again . . . and this time, she’s not alone. The anecdotes from other women underline her lesson: women hold the key to improving our marriages.”—Fawn Weaver, New York Times bestselling author of Happy Wives Club

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Book SynopsisWhy should we get married? How do we stay married? How do we resolve conflict? What''s the key to good sex? Can we stay happily married to one person for the whole of our lives? In this book, Nicky and Sila Lee distil the wisdom and advice they have gleaned from more than forty years of married life, and from their experiences of talking to and helping many other couples. While based on Christian principles for putting love at the centre of a marriage, Nicky and Sila''s advice will benefit any couple regardless of their beliefs. They show how we can not only stay married, but make the most of our marriage, covering topics such as: Staying connected Effective communication Parents and in-laws Conflict and forgiveness Sex and expressions of love The Marriage Book provides practical advice for any married or engaged couple who want to build a strong and lasting marriage,

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Book SynopsisâGrippingâ VogueâEmpoweringâ CosmopolitanâJoyfulâ Financial TimesâEye-poppingâ Daily Mail When her 22-year-marriage suddenly ended, 47-year-old mother of three Laura expected life as she knew it to be over. What she hadnât expected:Trade Review‘Gripping’ Vogue ‘Empowering and funny’ Cosmopolitan ‘Joyful’ Financial Times ‘An eye-popping adventure’ Daily Mail ‘This memoir is a real page-turner. What happens when you start dating after 22 years of marriage? Unexpected, original, funny and sometimes deeply infuriating, Laura Friedman Williams has so much to say about what we expect of women’s sexuality. Confronting without being sleazy and intelligent without being preachy. I loved it’ Viv Groskop author of, How to Own the Room ‘AVAILABLE offers far more than just a wild romp through the Wild West of the post-marital dating world – though a wild romp it certainly is. Curling up with this memoir is like settling in for a night with a hilarious girlfriend, listening to her best sexual anecdotes. AVAILABLE is also a serious exploration of womanhood. Laura reminds us of the importance of regaining all the parts of who we are as women, despite how easy it is to become consumed by the mammoth roles of Mother and Wife. We aren't here solely to serve our families as domestic martyrs. We deserve to reawaken the parts of ourselves that often become dormant once we enter maternal roles. We deserve to live life to the fullest, embracing each facet of our identities, even (especially!) the parts society teaches us to shove aside when we become mothers’ Caroline Mackenzie, author of One Year of Ugly

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Book SynopsisHow far would you go to discover your destiny? It's the cusp of Natasha Sizlo's forty-fourth birthday. Still reelingfrom her disastrous divorce, she's navigating life as a single mum alongside a cutthroat career in LA real estate. In the meantime, her ex-husband is dating a Hollywood star and she's just broken it off with her handsome but non-committal French boyfriend. Just when it seems things can't get worse, her beloved father is given months to live.So when she's gifted a session with an astrologist, Natasha though a sceptic figures she has nothing to lose. The reading is so eerily accurate that Natasha asks about her ex-boyfriend, the Frenchman she can't get over. To her surprise, the astrologist tells her that he is perfect for her. His birthday and birthplace 2 November 1968 in Paris line up with her astrological point of destiny.Natasha is distraught. Panicked, even. Is he really The One?Then she has a lightning bolt of an idea: her ex isn't the only man born on 2 November Trade Review“Like the best romcoms, All Signs Point to Paris isn’t only about finding true love: it’s also about finding (or rediscovering) your true self. And this funny, open-hearted page-turner of a memoir is a beautiful testament to the ways that astrology can guide our search—in ways that are sometimes unpredictable, often magical, and always deeply, wonderfully human.” – Claire Comstock-Gay, author of Madame Clairevoyant's Guide to the Stars "All Signs Point to Paris is a memoir that reads like a delicious rom-com while seriously questioning how we find love and how we let it go. You can’t help but root for Natasha from page one—this is a story for any woman who needs a fresh start and a second chance at life and love.” —Jo Piazza, author of We Are Not Like Them, Charlotte Walsh Likes to Win, The Knockoff and How to Be Married “There’s nothing more affirming than a true romance. This one brims with magic and wit and ultimately satisfies in the most unexpected way. An absolute page-turner and joy to read!” — Jane Green, New York Times bestselling author of Sister Stardust and The Beach House “A hilarious, heartbreaking, and hopeful memoir” – People Magazine

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Book SynopsisThis book makes the case for why the United States should embrace "gay reparations," or policies intended to make amends for a history of discrimination, stigmatization, and violence against the LGBT community. It contends that gay reparations are a moral imperative for bringing dignity to those whose human rights have been violated because of their sexual orientation and/or gender identity, for closing painful histories of state-sponsored victimization of LGBTpeople, and for reminding future generations of past struggles for LGBT equality. To make its case, the book examines how other Western democracies notorious for their oppression of homosexuals have implemented gay reparationsspecifically Spain, Britain, and Germany. Their collective experience showsthat although there is no universal approach to gay reparations, it is never too late for countries to seek to right past wrongs.Table of ContentsChapter 1: The Stonewall Apology Chapter 2: Debating Gay Reparation Chapter 3: America's "Dark" LGBT History Chapter 4: Rehabilitation and Redemption in Spain Chapter 5: Atonement and Contrition in Great Britain Chapter 6: Compensation and Remembrance in Germany Chapter 7: The Politics of Gay Reparation

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Book SynopsisA unique spiritual and astrological guide to deepening your relationships and romantic connections - or finding the love of your lifeWe are each made of stardust, and understanding how the cosmos affects us provides critical insight into our lives, our well-being, and matters of the heart. Tune into these pages to find how each sign matches up with the others; the potential and challenges of each pairing; interactive journaling prompts; perspective into your past unions; a deeper understanding of your partnerships in romance, family, and friendship; what it looks like when a particular match flows well - or not so well.Follow Carolyne Faulkner''s Dynamic Astrology approach for a simple, tried-and-tested framework to the signs and planets that explains how harmonious each match is likely to be, as well as how to build a solid foundation for a forever love.Trade ReviewA new constellation of astrology guru * Vogue *Carolyne is the woman making astrology cool again * Sunday Telegraph Stella Magazine *The coach to get you to where you want to go * Harper's Bazaar *

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Book SynopsisA keepsake journal to plan and create your best life togetherRun a marathon in every major city. Learn a new language together. Swim with sharks. Take a spontaneous road trip.  A fill-in couple’s journal and planner, this keepsake gift item will inspire you and your spouse to create goals that reflect what matters most in your marriage while providing practical tips for checking off every item on your bucket list. Citing examples from their own bucket list accomplishments as well as from personal setbacks that ultimately led to new and meaningful dreams and adventures, married couple and relationship and life coach duo Alex and Ryan guide you in pursuing achievable goals that also challenge your limits.    No matter how lofty or practical, your bucket list reflects your life goals. Embarking on the journey with your spouse and forever partner will help you build a stronger connection and a more satisfying marriage. 

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Book Synopsis''A complete game-changer for my relationship'' Hannah Witton''Throw away the new baby books, THIS is the only book all parents need to read'' Dr Martha Deiros Collado''An inclusive, expert guide to an issue that affects all kinds of parents'' Tom Cox (@unlikelydad)There''s a saying that having a baby is like a bomb going off in your relationship, and our sex lives are often part of the destruction left behind. But it doesn''t have to be this way. Sexual satisfaction is at its lowest for couples who have young families. Sleepless nights, plus changes to our bodies, identities and priorities mean that the passion that brought you together can start to feel like a distant memory. But how can you retain a great sexual connection even when you have so little time? How can you make sure that you still feel like sexual partners not just strung out co-parents at the end of the day? Dr Karen Gurney is a consul

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Book SynopsisFollowing the success of Don''ts for Husbands and Don''ts for Wives a brand new old collection of advice for couples from courtship to the honeymoon.On looking for a partner in life:Don''t single out a girl if you do not intend to propose to her, for the way in which your conduct is regarded will be greatly influenced by your banking accountOn The Question:Don''t rush but chose an auspicious moment, A man who tries to propose when a servant is expected to arrive with a scuttle of coals is not likely to meet with much favour.On the Engagement:Don''t allow awkward pauses to break the conversation because your thoughts and eyes are hungrily trying to follow your lover, who is manfully assisting the hostess.On Planning The Event:Don''t forget that elderly bridesmaids in youthful frocks and girlish hats are ridiculous to the unthinking, and pathetic to those who look below the surface.On GifTable of Contents1. Choosing a Spouse 2. The Courtship 3. The Question of Age 4. The Proposal 5. Celebrating the Engagement 6. The Engaged Couple 7. Should Matters go Awry 8. Elopements 9. Preparations, Gowns and the Trousseau 10. The Invitations 11. Wedding Presents 12. Setting up Home 13. Banns and Legal Formalities 14. Planning the Day 15. The Bride 16. The Bridesmaids 17. The Groom and Best Man 18. The Reception 19. The Honeymoon 20. The Newly-Married Couple in Society 21. Marriages Requiring Further Thought 22. Second Marriages

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Book SynopsisFrom the creator of @lousydrawingsforgoodpeople comes an introvert's guide to getting through a people-packed day mentally intact, or as mentally intact as possible.   Does the outside world seem overly scary? Do social situations make you want to run for the hills? Is solitaire the only game you ever play? Ainsley Drew is one of you, which is why she created this ode to the enjoyment of your own company. Perfect for introverts and those who love them, How to Meet No One is the ultimate survival guide to everyday interactions, with tips that include how to: sidestep small talk flake on family gatherings circumvent creeps shut down a chatty commute avoid bringing a vibe to the function   Ainsley knows that it's hard to step out of your comfort zone. With her hard-won advice in How to Meet No One, you might not ever have to.

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Book SynopsisAS SEEN IN THE GUARDIAN 'Required reading for every person dating' Beth Ashley 'Brilliant... has revolutionised conversations around love and modern dating ' Shahed Ezaydi 'So well-researched and insightful' Radhika Sanghani 'An important feminist voice and a spectacular writer' Sofie Hagen 'The best sex and dating writer since Candace Bushnell Gigi EngleSwiping, situationships, love-bombing, ghosting, healing... Dating is hard. Why has making connections never felt so simple, yet keeping them has never been so complicated? Sex and dating journalist Rachel Thompson has spent the past decade investigating how we seduce, perceive and treat each other in our post-dating apps era. Written for all, but with particular care for marginalised communities, this book explores questions such as:Why are our odds of finding someone compatible 1 in 562? What does the spark' actually mean from a scientific perspective? How does technology warp our communication, standards and self-esteem? Why are we becoming more sensitive to rejection? What does real emotional availability look like?Weaving Thompson's personal anecdotes with expert research and interviews with real people, mental-health professionals and sociologists, this book is a rallying cry for radical intimacy and a key resource for protecting your wellbeing and establishing healthy communication and boundaries: paving the way for love beyond the algorithm.

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Book SynopsisThe instant New York Times bestselling memoir that everyone is talking about''This book about open marriage is going to blow up your group chat'' The Washington PostMolly Roden Winter was a mother of small children with a husband, Stewart, who often worked late. One night when Stewart missed the kids' bedtimeagainshe stormed out of the house to clear her head. At a bar, she met Matt, a flirtatious younger man. When Molly told her husband that Matt had asked her out, she was surprised that Stewart encouraged her to accept.So began Molly's unexpected open marriage and, with it, a life-changing journey of self-discovery. Molly signs up for dating sites, enters into passionate flings, and has sex in hotels and public places around New York City. For Molly it's a mystery why she wants what she wants. In therapy sessions, fuelled by the discovery that her parents had an open marriage, too, she grapples with her past and what it means to

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Book SynopsisLearn how rough-and-tumble play can nurture close connections, encourage resilience, and boost confidence with 45 illustrated activities to get you started. Every kid needs horseplay! Roughhousing is an essential part of childhood development but it is increasingly overshadowed by screens and structured activities. In Unplug and Play, a doctor and a child psychologist, both dads, introduce parents to the benefits of physical play for young children. Drawing from gymnastics, martial arts, ballet, team sports, and even animal behavior, the authors present fun full-contact activities for parents and children to enjoy together, including: Human Cannonball Magic Carpet Ride Steamroller Jousting Raucous Pillow Fight And more! With activities for everyone from toddlers to kids ages 12 and up, you ll build a foundation for a lifetime of enriching physical play. Previously published as The Art of Roughhousing, this updated edition incorporates new child development research and addresses the changing role of screen time.Trade Review“An inspired defense of roughhousing! I guarantee that if you read just a few pages of this book, you'll be down on the floor wrestling and laughing with your children.”—Michael Thompson, co-author of the national best seller Raising Cain: Protecting the Emotional Life of Boys “Two dads offer the perfect antidote to helicopter parenting.”—Washington Post"Enthusiastically recommended." Starred review—Library Journal

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Book Synopsis***FEATURED ON THE ONE SHOW***Do you want a happy, fulfilling relationship?Do you want a wonderful future with your partner?Do you want to use the proven scientific principles that make relationships work?Over the past thirty years, Paul McKenna PhD has worked with people facing the biggest challenges in life and some of the most successful people in the world. Now, in this new book, he is turning to one of the most important subjects of all - relationships. Drawn from decades of scientific research, the system in this book includes downloadable audio and video techniques. Everything that Paul McKenna would do in personal session with you on relationships is in this system. The powerful processes provide the answers for anyone who wishes they could make their relationships last, and wants them to get better and better. It provides practical solutions and techniques for personal change that open the way to a stronger, loving future. Sometimes just one significant change can transform a relationship. Here, you can learn all Seven Things that Make or Break a Relationship.*Includes FREE audio and video downloads. IMPORTANT: Before purchasing, please be aware that you will need to use a computer to download this content*

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Book SynopsisSee your relationships, friendships and the love you have for yourself soar to new heights with this enchanting guide to love magic, potions and spellwork. Whether you're looking to harness your most romantic self, manifest what you most desire or create long-lasting relationships, this book has the spell for you.

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Book SynopsisIf you've picked up this book, the chances are you have some doubts about your Happiness 101 assignment sheet. True love; candlelit dinners; 2.1 children; joint bank accounts - The One? It might make you want to a run a mile - or you might just have a few big questions. Aromanticism is defined as experiencing little to no romantic attraction to others. Sam Rendle, onetime aromantic asexual, sometime aroaceflux, and present-day label unspecified, knows a thing or two about the aro spectrum - and she has some answers for you.You'll explore what aromanticism is, how aromantic people form relationships, how to know if you're aromantic and deal with internalised shame and societal stigma. With a history of aromantic representation, guidance on queerplatonic relationships, and testimony from your worldwide aro family - this is the affirmatory aro companion to have in your back pocket.Trade ReviewFriendly, funny, accessible and wholly necessary. Full of sound advice and much needed affirmation of aro life, this book is an antidote to loneliness' -- Eris Young, author of Ace Voices and They/Them/TheirExploring the aromantic experience with a warm, empowering spirit, Rendle shows us the beauty and breadth of being aro. I'm so glad this book exists. -- Cody Daigle-Orians, asexual writer, educator and advocate

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Book Synopsis'Insightful, practical and inspiring . . . required reading for anyone in or venturing into a relationship.' - Jennifer Ward-Lealand, actor and intimacy coordinatorWe all want to make the most of our relationship. We hope it will be the centre of joy and satisfaction in our life. Yet so often we end up hurt, frustrated or resentful.If you've wondered why your relationship has stalled or why you find intimate partnerships so hard; why you behave the way you do or why you can't make sense ofwhat your partner does, Make Love Work explains it all. It gives you the tools you need to be successful in love - from preventing your insecurities and neurobiology from wrecking your relationship to being a team player and handling conflict well.There are practical strategies for handling common areas of stress: fairness, sex and intimacy, parenting, money and setting boundaries. Plus, excellent advice on the really tough issues: infidelity, abuse, major stresses, loss and grief.Make Love Work is your essential bible for making your relationship the best it can be.Trade ReviewThis practical guide to relationship success is written by a clinical psychologist and family therapist who has more than three decades of experience in relationship work. Practical strategies help you cope with intimacy, money, parenting, miscommunication, setting boundaries... positive and insightful. - The Women's Bookshop, Ponsonby News

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Book SynopsisThis guide outlines the steps women, as well as men, can take to strengthen good relationships and heal difficult ones. It is also available on two 90-minute audio-cassettes from HarperAudio.Trade Review"A wise and compassionate book that will teach the reader much about the complex emotions our family and love relationships engender." -- Lillian B. Rubin, Ph.D., author of Intimate Strangers "Subtle and literate, The Dance of Intimacy is like a long, revealing conversation with a wise and compassionate friend." -- Maggie Scarf "Dr. Lerner has a truly remarkable ability to analyze our problems with intimacy. She has written a hopeful, respectful, and transforming book." -- Carol C. Nadelson, M.D., former president of the American Psychiatric Association

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Book SynopsisA guide, friend and judgement-free zone to help process the journey of heartbreakBreakups are messy. They''re emotional. They''re raw. But all of that pain doesn''t go away after the initial break. It sticks around - sometimes for a long time, sometimes forever - like grief. Whether you were the dumper or the dumpee, if you were together for four months or four years, going from a ''we'' to a ''me'' is not simple.This journal is the non-judgmental friend you can share all of your feelings with. With questions that hit all of the stages, from shock and anger all the way to sort-of-acceptance, you will learn more about yourself and what you want in a relationship. And most important, you will learn that the love you gave was never - and will never be - a waste.

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Book SynopsisAlthough having Asperger Syndrome (AS) can make romantic relations difficult, having a fulfilling relationship with an Asperger man is certainly not impossible. A woman in love with a man with AS may interpret his difficulties with communication and socialization as a lack of interest in the relationship. He may vacillate between being gentle and caring to seeming cold and distant. She may find his behaviour hard to understand, resulting in feelings of loneliness, isolation, and confusion. This book shows how to overcome these difficulties and maintain a loving relationship with an AS partner.From an unwillingness to show affection in public or even sleep in the same bed to problems holding down a job, this book looks at 22 common traits that women may discover when they are dating, living with or married to a man with Asperger's Syndrome. Rudy Simone explores the complications of Asperger's relationships with honesty and understanding, drawing on research and personal experience to inform and advise women with AS partners. She offers helpful tips for improving the relationship and finding fulfillment both individually and as a couple. This book will help women to understand the male Asperger's mind and, equally, it can help men with AS to see things from their partner's perspective. It will also be of interest to counsellors working with couples where the male partner has Asperger's Syndrome.Trade ReviewA specialized book that will bring solace and encouragement to women in relationships with AS men. -- Library JournalThere are many books that have been written about being in a relationship with a man with AS, but I have found none to be as insightful, accurate and understanding of both perspectives as this book by Rudy Simone. Each section of the book says it just the way it is; it is realistic, positive and unbiased. -- From the Foreword by Maxine Aston, author of The Other Half of Asperger Syndrome, Aspergers in Love and The Asperger Couples WorkbookThe book is concise, well written, and an invaluable reference to women who are struggling in a marriage or dating relationship with an Asperger's man. -- Autism and Asperger Syndrome BlogTable of ContentsIntroduction. 1. There will be loneliness. 2. There will probably be no public displays of affection. 3. Labels and romantic expectations make him feel nervous. 4. He will take you and the relationship for granted. 5. He may have a more patient approach to sex than you do. 6. Communication will always be a challenge. 7. There will be shock. 8. Your man may not be there for you in a crisis. 9. Many AS males can be cranky, have bad tempers and can explode at the slightest of things. 10. Your man may have a hard time completing a college degree, holding on to a job or seeing things through. 11. He may get depressed and/or completely inert for long periods of time. 12. There will be times he embarrasses you. 13. Your family and friends may think you're being a doormat and a fool. 14. People will tell you he's just being a man. 15. You must have a good social support network, so you can go out and have fun once in a while. 16. Your AS male will not care about the things you do without him and there will be things he does not share with you. 17. Time holds a different meaning for him than it does for you. 18. He will probably want to sleep on the couch starting very early in the relationship and continuing throughout. 19. You will never change him, even if you can succeed in getting him to change his behaviour. 20. Even if he loves you and values your relationship, it is possible you may never get a commitment. 21. Many AS/NT relationships go through various metamorphoses. 22. Your relationship will stand a much better chance if your man will REACH. Questions to ask yourself. Glossary of Terms. Recommended reading and resources. References.

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Book SynopsisA beautiful and practical Wedding Planner with sections on Dress, Budget, Venue, Ceremony, Guests, Gifts, Flowers, Photography, Invites, Transport and Honeymoon, checklist reminders, calendar countdowns and blank pages for notesTrade Review"beautifully understated with a contemporary design" "takes you through all the plans you need to have in place for your big day" * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisOur society typically devotes huge attention to the start of a marriage – and particularly to the actual wedding ceremony. But the real challenge lies beyond the wedding, with the long years ahead – and here we are too often left on our own. This box is The School of Life’s guide to the rest of a life together, containing twenty beautiful cards which lay out the central ideas on how to make a relationship work over the decades beyond the wedding day. It is filled with artful suggestions on coping with what even the most loving couple will face as they build a life together. This set of cards is both a celebration of marriage and a rich source of insights into the skills it demands. Quotes From The Cards: In Praise of Compromise: ‘Couples who compromise are not the enemies of love: they may be at the vanguard of understanding what lasting relationships truly demand and what they are for. They deserve admiration, not condemnation.’ On Sex and Marriage: ‘The waning of sex is – far more than we collectively admit – a sign that a marriage is stabilising, not failing. If we more publicly admitted this, we’d be less panicked, less ashamed and a little less resentful when the sex got less intense and less frequent.

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Book SynopsisShow your love like never before with this book, an endearing, pun-filled book that's the perfect gift to express your affection to that special someone. They are the salt to your pepper; the cookie to your milk. Show your one true love just how much they mean to you with this adorable, illustrated book. Bursting with sweet and punderful phrases, as well as dreamy quotes from great romantics and starry-eyed lovers through the ages, this beautiful keepsake will make the perfect gift for that special someone to let them know just how much you care. If you want your message to be loving, moving or just plain funny, these pages offer a charming collection of the most unique ways to say those three little words, including: - Olive you! - You are such a cute-cumber! - Time fries when I'm with you! - You make my heart skip a beet! - You are bacon me crazy! Whether it's for an anniversary, their birthday, Val

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Book SynopsisUnmastered is groundbreaking, incisive and moving. Exploring desire and pleasure, grief and pain, it underlines the importance and difficulties of speaking desire as a woman. How do we explore sexuality on our own terms, and find language for our desires, when desire and language are always social? Applying an unflinching gaze to her own life, Katherine Angel has created, in prose both stark and lyrical, a searching and erotic work shifting in meaning and resonance even as it is read.Trade ReviewProvocative and profoundly personal . . . it's hard to overestimate the riskiness of these passages, their courage and their exquisite sensuality . . . Unmastered is a giddily joyful book . . . days after reading its images linger in the mind . . . an elegant and uplifting journey -- Olivia Laing * Observer *Unmastered is written with an honesty so defiantly pure it amounts to an act of cultural resistance -- Adam Foulds, author of the Booker Prize-shortlisted The Quickening MazeI think the highest compliment you can pay any book is that it is unafraid. Angel's fiercely intelligent and moving memoir of sexuality and desire is a challenging, vital work -- Sam Byers, Best Books of 2012 * Book Keeping *A moving and memorable read * Huffington Post Books of 2013 *

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Book SynopsisUnravelling the complexities of relationships and sexuality, this straight-talking guide will help you to navigate the associated social, emotional and physical issues. Expert advice and real life examples give you the knowledge to reflect on your own sexuality, provide you with information on different types of relationship, and gives you the confidence to decide which type of relationship is right for you. Together with important information on sexual health, this book will help you to understand how to find and maintain a relationship of your choosing in a safe and enjoyable way. Exploring the often unspoken rules of sex and relationships, this book also covers often unaddressed topics, such as: · what sexual attraction looks and feels like · how to identify your own sexual identity and preferences (and how they may change) · what your rights are, and how to stay safe · having children, or choosing not to, the impact of this on relationships · how to recognise power imbalances within relationships, and what to doTrade ReviewAll too often in life and literature autistic people are cast as sexless, childlike beings. In fact, this could not be further from the truth. The Autism Spectrum Guide to Relationships and Sexuality addresses this by providing a highly useful guide for adults on the autism spectrum which focusses on practically everything related to relationships, dating and sex. I would have found this book particularly helpful when I was a young adult coming to terms with my gender identity and sexuality and starting to have my first experiences of sexual relationships.The book is completely free of any kind of judgement or moralising. It is respectful and inclusive of the various sexualities and gender differences that people have. The book includes detailed information on a number of topics which autistic adults will find useful, such as different types of sexuality, starting relationships, dating, sexual pleasure and ending relationships. The text is subtle and nuanced, providing information on some complex topics such as people whose sexuality changes over time and how that can impact on their partner. Few topics are left out so it really is a one-stop-shop for adults on the spectrum wanting to gather some useful strategies and understanding around the topic of relationships. -- From the foreword by Jeanette Purkis, autism advocate, public speaker and author of Finding a Different Kind of Normal and The Wonderful World of WorkThe Autism Spectrum Guide to Sexuality and Relationships is a solid guide...Powerful, easy-to-read and practical advice providing knowledge and strategies for people with autism. -- Ioannis Voskopoulos and Labrini Ioannou, PsychologistsTable of ContentsForeword by Dr Wenn Lawson. Foreword by Jeanette Purkis. Introduction. 1. Overview of Relationships and Sexuality. 2. Gender. 3. Types of Sexuality. 4. Types of Relationships. 5. Understanding Your Own Sexuality. 6. Understanding the Sexuality of Others. 7. Sexual Relationships. 8. Non-sexual Relationships. 9. Starting Sexual Relationships. 10. Sexual Relationships in Real Life. 11. Meeting Online and Transitioning to Real Life. 12. Ending Relationships. 13. Reasons Why You Should End Long-term Relationships. 14. Maintaining Long-term Relationships. 15. Sexual Activity and Sexual Pleasure. 16. Sexual Activity By Yourself. 17. Sexual Activity with Someone Else. 18. Having Children (Your Own and Others') and How this Affects Relationships. 19. Choosing Not to Have Children. 20. Physical and Mental Health and Relationships. 21. Physical and Mental Health and Sexual Activity. Summary.

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Book SynopsisThe Rules taught a generation of women how to turn their dating misery into marriage success. Dating gurus Ellen Fein and Sherrie Schneider showed millions of women how ''playing hard to get'' could help them capture the heart of Mr Right. Their book proved controversial, sparked worldwide debate and became a publishing phenomenon. But that was all before Twitter, Facebook, online dating, texting and BBM. There are now even more ways to mess up your dating life. Ellen and Sherrie are regularly inundated with messages from women wanting to know: how to maintain a good profile on Facebook, the rules for texting, emailing and tweeting, and how to spot cheaters and players. This is the new dating bible for Rules Girls who want to have a good time dating without getting hurt or played.Trade ReviewPacked with essential and painful reminders of what not to do! * Star Magazine *It's good advice, written in the vein of now-famous post-Rules guides Why Men Love Bitches and He's Just Not That Into You; each is predicated on creating an epiphany moment in women, when they suddenly understand what it is men want or need from them. Plenty of us have been waiting to find that out for years.The New Rules might not explain the great mystery, but they offer certain coping strategies in the meantime. * Independent.ie *Their dictates are famous: never approach a man, let him come to you never suggest a date; don't be the one to initiate or perpetuate conversation or contact; and never, ever agree to a date that is less than 24 hours away * Sunshine Coast Daily *The Rules returns with updated dating advice for ladies of the digital age * Cosmopolitan *There's no denying that in some respects they hit the nail on head. The New Rules . . . makes a good case for retaining an air of mystery despite the trend to do the opposite * Pride *When I came out of a relationship, I didn't even know how to look at a boy again. This book helped me work out what the hell to do in the crazy dating world -- Lyra, Irish pop star

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Book Synopsis"Carefully researched, incredibly relatable and filled with firm yet compassionate advice." Megan Jayne Crabbe, author of Body Positive PowerIf you've ever felt you didn't deserve love, think again. Life coach Michelle Elman is here to show you how to make the most of dating while staying true to your authentic self. Combining expertise in body positivity from the Queen of Boundaries along with practical tips and real-life scenarios, The Selfish Romantic will revolutionise your mindset and empower your love life like never before.Trade Review'Written in undeniable Michelle Elman style; this book is carefully researched, incredibly relatable and filled with firm yet compassionate advice. This is the relationship guide you won't get from a one-line Instagram post, and that you absolutely need if you want to date without losing yourself' -- Megan Jayne Crabbe'An honest and authentic piece of writing on the nuances of dating, romance and relationships – even the relationship we have with ourselves. I love that Michelle is able to empathetically hold the reader accountable whilst understanding the complexities of modern dating. Interesting, witty, informative and empowering' -- Grace Victory'Every once in a while an author comes along and you want to tell everyone you know to read their books. Michelle is one of those authors. Her work in the mental health space, particularly with boundaries and relationships is so important. Don't walk to get Michelle's new book, run!' -- Louise Pentland'In a world where dating advice seems to come either too late, too confusing or too strict, The Selfish Romantic makes dating fun again by reminding you that you are the one to prioritize and fall in love with. I wish I had this book when I was younger and dating! A book for any age trying to enter into partnership' -- Kenzie Brenna'Michelle has the ability to rewire the way your brain thinks and you'll be thankful that she has. If you need a firm hand to pull you through the world of dating and out the other side a happier person, Michelle is that. Your highlighter will run out of ink by the time you finish this book. Insightful, direct, and oh-so-full of respect. This is the book every woman should read once in their life' -- Abigail Mann'If you've ever had questions about dating and if it was about you, The Selfish Romantic is here to walk you through those tough times to remind you of your worth and give you answers to questions you sometimes long to get from the partner involved. It's okay to feel lost at times in the dating world although it's not okay to blame yourself. Michelle allows you to identify what means something to you and how to lift your worth up by finding the love for oneself first' -- Hayley HasselhoffTable of ContentsSingle is not a problem to be fixed • You can't know what you don't know • Would you date you? • Show the everyday you • If you look at reply times, you have too much time • Stop impressing them, let them impress you • There is no rush • Your body doesn't need a disclaimer • I don't deserve this • If it doesn't end...

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Book SynopsisGripping' VogueEmpowering' CosmopolitanJoyful' Financial TimesEye-popping' Daily MailWhen her 22-year-marriage suddenly ended, 47-year-old mother of three Laura expected life as she knew it to be over. What she hadn't expected: An incredible one-night stand A new-found sexual appetite Ten men in eight months That there is plenty of fun to be had after 40From G-spots to bald spots, dirty talk to dating fiascos, Available is the unflinchingly honest, empowering, and humorous true story of one woman's love life after divorce. A real page-turner [] Unexpected, original, funny and sometimes deeply infuriating, Laura Friedman Williams has so much to say about what we expect of women's sexuality. I loved it' Viv Groskop author of How to Own the RoomTrade Review‘Gripping’ Vogue ‘Empowering and funny’ Cosmopolitan ‘Joyful’ Financial Times ‘An eye-popping adventure’ Daily Mail ‘This memoir is a real page-turner. What happens when you start dating after 22 years of marriage? Unexpected, original, funny and sometimes deeply infuriating, Laura Friedman Williams has so much to say about what we expect of women’s sexuality. Confronting without being sleazy and intelligent without being preachy. I loved it’ Viv Groskop author of, How to Own the Room ‘AVAILABLE offers far more than just a wild romp through the Wild West of the post-marital dating world – though a wild romp it certainly is. Curling up with this memoir is like settling in for a night with a hilarious girlfriend, listening to her best sexual anecdotes. AVAILABLE is also a serious exploration of womanhood. Laura reminds us of the importance of regaining all the parts of who we are as women, despite how easy it is to become consumed by the mammoth roles of Mother and Wife. We aren't here solely to serve our families as domestic martyrs. We deserve to reawaken the parts of ourselves that often become dormant once we enter maternal roles. We deserve to live life to the fullest, embracing each facet of our identities, even (especially!) the parts society teaches us to shove aside when we become mothers’ Caroline Mackenzie, author of One Year of Ugly

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Book SynopsisWhat better way to say how you feel than with a collection of cute and paw-sitive af-fur-mations?With over 60 bee-autifully illustrated puns for the special someone in your life, this warm and witty book will bring a smile to their face and o-fish-ally capture their heart.Including animal-themed puns such as: I love you beary much I moose you when we're apart We go so whale together I wallaby by your side Always yours, meow and foreverThe perfect book to give as a gift on Valentine's Day, anniversaries or just to show someone you care.

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Book SynopsisFor some people, an argument with a loved one is a catastrophe, a sign that a relationship must surely be over, for others a heated discussion is a way of letting off steam, a way of ensuring that passion is kept alive. But what is ''normal'' communication for couples? How can you get past the raised voices or silent disapproval, to listen and understand what is really being said by your partner? Relationships change over time, and the way we communicate does too. This practical, readable and sometimes humorous book, based on over 60 years of cumulative experience from Relate, the marriage guidance experts, will help couples to break free of old patterns of behaviour and avoid using words as weapons when the going gets tough. It will help encourage upfront discussion rather than resorting to nagging, and will give you the skills you need to understand what your partner is really trying to say to you - to bring discussion rather than confrontation back into your relationships.Trade ReviewHere, for once, is a self-help book that is fascinating rather than bossy...Clearly written, sometimes humorous and practical, this book convincingly demonstrates that it is possible to disagree and not fight, to have differences and not lash out. * Mail On Sunday *

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Book SynopsisAn updated edition of the perfect do-it-yourself memoir that helps you record and preserve the experiences and knowledge of a lifetime for years to come.Divided into Early, Middle, and Later Years, this keepsake volume contains 201 questions that guide you through the process of keeping memories on subjects such as family and friends, learning and education, work and responsibilities, and the world around you. Created by a grandson and grandfather, The Book of Myself is the perfect way for you, or someone close to you, to remember the turning points and everyday recollections of a lifetime and share them with future generations.The new edition has been updated with reordered questions to start with more objective, easy-to-answer prompts, then move to reflective queries, followed by deeper interpretive questions. It also includes aunts, uncles, and those who did not have children.

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Book SynopsisYour guide to building a life that''s full of joy as a single parentThrough her own experience of becoming a single parent and in her work founding the leading single parent app Frolo, Zoë Desmond heard the same questions over and over again and found that while backgrounds and family setups may vary, single parents everywhere share many of the same concerns. The community she founded has helped thousands of people find a way to not just survive, but thrive, and this book will do the same for you.How to Be a Happy Single Parent will help you build a life that is right for you, and your children. From surviving the first few weeks to moving on, through legal matters, co-parenting negotiations or finding a helping hand as a solo parent and into dating and navigating work, this book will take you step-by-step through the first few days, weeks, months and years of your new life.This book is for all single parents: the co-parents, the widow/erTrade ReviewI wish I had this book when I was starting out as a solo mother - I know it will help so many -- Natalie ImbrugliaA brilliant, comforting and much-needed handbook for those navigating the many ups and (some) downs of single parenting -- Helen Thorn * bestselling author of Get Divorced, Be Happy *The inclusive guide for everyone whose family doesn't look the way they thought it would. -- James Hunt (@storiesaboutautism)

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of Why Does He Do That? comes a relationship book that will help you make the decision of whether or not your troubled relationship is worth saving.Every relationship has problems, but you can’t figure out if yours is beyond hope. How bad is too bad—and can your partner really change? Now, in this warm, supportive, and straightforward guide, Lundy Bancroft and women’s advocate JAC Patrissi offer a way for you to practically and realistically take stock of your relationship and move forward.   If you’re involved in a chronically frustrating or unfulfilling relationship, the advice and exercises in this book will help you learn to:   • Tell the difference between a healthy—yet difficult—relationship and one that is really not working• Recognize the signs that your partner has serious problems • Stop waiting to see what will happen—

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Book Synopsis. How can I tell when someone is flirting with me?. How can I be a more confident flirt?. How do I avoid rejection?. Where are all the good men and women hiding?Flirtology is THE dating guide for the 21st century. In an age of swiping left and right, and hiding behind online profiles, this book shows you how to replace connectivity with connection.Flirtology debunks the myths that surround flirting in order to help you find love. It helps you to analyse what you are looking for in a potential partner, shows you how to practise your interaction skills and how to unlock your inner flirt. It will give you the confidence to speak to anyone, anywhere and get results - without every compromising who you are. It''s not about games, rules and tricks - it''s about presenting your real self so that you will attract the right people for you.Jean Smith is a social and cultural anthropologist who specialises in the science of flirting. For over a

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Book Synopsis The essential wedding planner with checklists, schedules, tips, and tools in a keepsake organizer. Weddings require organization, record-keeping, legwork, logistics. In other words, a planner. From the celebrity wedding planner and author of the The Wedding Book, Mindy Weiss’s All-In-One Wedding Planner & Organizer helps couples keep track of every detail leading up to their Big Day. It’s the organizer that includes exactly what you need for on-the-go, on-the-ground wedding planning. Includes nine pockets, a zippered pouch, and a business-card holder. Created as a three-ring binder, it has tabs for each category: • The Big Picture and Contacts • Budget • Location, Location, Location! • Menu and Flowers • Rentals • The Dress! (And What Everyone Else Is Wearing) • The Guests and the Invitations • Music, Photography, and Videography • Making It Official: Rings, Licenses, Vows, Officiants Packed throughout are tips, tools, checklists, spreadsheets, and schedules to help brides (and grooms) manage everything from building a wedding timeline and organizing the dreaded seating chart to getting the wedding party matched and fitted. From “Will you marry me?” to “I do,” nothing will slip through the cracks.Trade Review"Helping brides keep it together on their big day." —The Miami Herald "Star quality tips." —Bridal Guide "Weiss leaves no gemstone unturned." —Publishers Weekly“Helping brides keep it together on their big day.”—The Miami Herald“Star quality tips.”—Bridal Guide“Weiss leaves no gemstone unturned.”—Publishers Weekly

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Book Synopsis Richard Templar is the author of the international bestselling Rules books. Over 2 million people around the world have enjoyed and now play by Richard Templar's Rules. The complete list of titles is as follows: The Rules of Life, The Rules of Work, The Rules of Management, The Rules of Wealth, The Rules of Parenting, The Rules of Love, The Rules to Break, The Rules of People, The Rules of Thinking, and The Rules of Living Well.  Table of ContentsIntroduction Rules for finding love 1 Be yourself 2 Get over it before you get on with it 3 You won't be happy with a partner until you can be happy on your own 4 You'll know them when you meet them 5 Choose someone who makes you laugh 6 Being less than a hundred per cent attractive is a great filter 7 Don't keep making the same mistakes 8 Certain people are off limits (you know who they are) 9 You can't change people 10 Relationships aren't about sex 11 Get to know someone through all the seasons before making any major decisions 12 Don't stay with someone who doesn't care 13 If you can't trust them, you haven't got a relationship 14 Be honest (while you still have the chance) 15 Don't play games 16 Don't tar new partners with old brushes 17 Check you both have the same shared goals 18 Create the power balance you both want 19 You can't make someone love you 20 Be cruel to be kind Relationship Rules 21 Be nice 22 Be together because you want to, not because you need to 23 Allow your partner the space to be themselves 24 Look to your own faults 25 Be honourable 26 Put each other first 27 Recognize the signs 28 Be a hero – or a heroine 29 Accept the differences, embrace what you have in common 30 Don't belittle your partner 31 You want to do what? 32 Let not the sun go down upon your wrath 33 Be the first to say sorry 34 Let them have the last word 35 Houston, we have a problem 36 Don't put them on a pedestal and expect them to stay there 37 Know when to listen and when to act 38 Never stop trying to be attractive 39 If you can say something nice, do 40 Don't try to be their parent 41 Be part of their life 42 If little things annoy you, say so – with humour 43 Go that extra step in trying to please them 44 Make sure your partner is always pleased to see you 45 Don't dump responsibility on your partner 46 Let them know if you don't like their friends 47 Jealousy is your stuff, not theirs 48 Your partner is more important than your kids 49 Make time for romance 50 Have a passion for your life together 51 Share the workload 52 Trust the other one to do the job 53 Don't be a nag 54 Make sure your love making is making love 55 Don't control them 56 Listen to what they're not saying 57 Most everyday arguments are about something else 58 Respect privacy 59 Treat your partner better than your best friend 60 Don't be offended if they want some space 61 Men like flowers too 62 Keep your finances separate 63 Contentment is a high aim 64 Be generous to each other financially 65 You make a choice every day 66 Don't be a martyr 67 Stop sniping – someone has to 68 You don't both have to have the same rules 69 Do it their way if it matters more to them 70 Put yourself in their shoes 71 In-laws are part of the package 72 Keep talking 148 Family Rules 73 Don't blame your parents 74 Don't let your parents control your feelings 75 Your children come before you 76 Nothing is worth falling out over 77 Don't shout at the people you love 78 Treat them right, no matter how they treat you 79 There are no circumstances in which it is ever acceptable to say ‘I told you so' 80 Don't pressurize your family just because you can 81 Never be too busy for loved ones 82 Make the effort 83 Your children need to fall out with you to leave home 84 They don't have to be the same as you 85 Accept people's flaws 86 There's always stuff with siblings 87 Let go of your role 88 What will be left of you? Friendship Rules 89 There are no rules 90 Your best friend was once a stranger 91 Only have people in your life who, on balance, make it better not worse 92 If you're going to be a friend, be a good friend 93 Forgive 94 Never give advice 95 Don't make other people uncomfortable 96 Find friends who love the truth 97 Never lend money unless you're prepared to write it off 98 If you don't like their partner, tough 99 When one finger points forwards, three point back 100 Friendships change 101 Know when to let go 102 Bitterness helps no one Rules for everyone 103 People are more important than things 104 Guilt is a selfish emotion 105 Love equals time 106 The more you put out, the more you get back 107 Other people are where it's at The Rules of parting 108 Listen to your own internal voice 109 Recognize that it takes two 110 It doesn't have to be anyone's fault 111 Keep the moral high ground 112 Don't keep raking it over 113 Leave the kids out of it 114 Remember they're not a monster 115 Identify your own mistakes 116 Choose friends you can trust 117 There is life beyond parting Had enough yet . . .?

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Book SynopsisIn this expert-led guide, Dr Harry Barry draws on his decades of experience as a doctor to show readers how we can improve our emotional connections and transform our mental wellbeing.The Power of Connection will empower you with the fascinating science behind our existing behaviours and all the need-to-know tips and techniques for improving our skills of emotional connection. From the neuroscience behind communication to the role of verbal language, the importance of setting to the power of humour, this book gives you all the tools you need to thrive in any networking or social situation. This book will help you to: Feel less lonely Experience deeper friendships and personal relationships Be someone who makes others feel comfortable Be more effective in the workplace Experience all the positive effects of these changes on your mental and physical healthIncluding case studies and practical exercises,

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Book SynopsisIf one more person tells me about their third cousin twice removed who met the love of their life online, I'm going to take out my weave and eat it.Being single sucks! Well, that''s what everyone says, anyway. Single women over the age of 29 are seen as lonely, miserable, undesirable, and cat-crazy. Family members, friends heck, even perfect strangers ask, When are you going to get married? This book flips the script on what it means to be a single woman in the twenty-first century. With dating horror story anecdotes and advice about online dating, self-esteem, sex, money, and freezing your eggs, Andrea Bain takes the edge off being single and encourages women to never settle.Trade ReviewIn her new book, Single Girl Problems, Bain wants to flip that script — because a woman can live a full, vibrant life without a husband or children. * Canadian Living *Canadian talk-show host and dating-expert Bain cuts a razor-sharp, quick-witted tone, like a best girlfriend commiserating and dispensing advice while at the swim-up bar on vacation. * Booklist *Bain’s book is just what we need now more than ever. It’s all about empowering woman to own and honour where they’re at in life. * She Does the City *Andrea is everyone’s favorite BFF who doesn’t mince words and lays it all out on the line. * Today's Honoree *Single Girl Problems is an uplifting look at how you can make life as a single woman wonderful. * I AM the Makeup Junkie *A must-have for every single girl and makes for perfect summertime reading. * Lollie Shopping *

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Book SynopsisMOLLY RODEN WINTER was raised in Evanston, Illinois, and lives in Park Slope, Brooklyn, with her husband and two sons. Her personal essays have appeared in The Cut, Time Magazine, Romper, and elsewhere. She is half of the guitar-playing, song-writing duo House of Mirth. Her website is www.mollyrodenwinter.com.

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Book SynopsisHow to let love into our lives, and how to express that love to the world at large—the latest from a best-selling author.We were made to love and be loved. Loving ourselves and others is in our genetic code. It’s nothing other than the purpose of our lives—but knowing that doesn’t make it easy to do. We may find it a challenge to love ourselves. We may have a hard time letting love in from others. We’re often afraid of getting hurt. It is also sometimes scary for us to share love with those around us—and love that isn''t shared leaves us feeling flat and unfulfilled. David Richo provides the tools here for learning how to love in evolved adult ways—beginning with getting past the barriers that keep us from loving ourselves, then showing how we can learn to open to love others. The first challenge is that we have a hard time letting love in: recognizing it, accepting it from others. We''re afraid of it, of getting hurt. The second, related problem is that we''re unable to share love with those around us--and love that isn''t shared isn''t truly love. The first step to learning to love and be loved, according to Richo''s model, is to identify the different levels of love so that you can hit each one separately. He breaks it down to three:   • Level One: Positive Connection. As simple as being courteous, respectful, helpful, and honest, and decent in all our dealings. Pretty basic, but it makes the world a better place, and it''s the essential foundation for growing in love.    • Level Two: Caring and Personal Connection. Intimacy and commitment to friends, family, partners, lovers. Commitment to others.    • Level Three: Unconditional and Universal. Transcending the love of individuals to the love of all beings; self-sacrificing. The love expressed in the Sermon on the Mount and the Bodhicharyavatara. This level of love isn''t for a heroic few, it''s everyone''s calling. He then shows us how to incorporate these varieties of love into our lives. It''s a relief to know that even just aspiring to incorporate them really changes things. He also provides exercises and guided meditations for identifying and getting through the things that keep you from getting and giving love at each of these three levels.Through the lens of these types of love, Richo covers topics such as: how to still be yourself while loving another; how to embrace your dark side; what to do when the one who loves you dies; need versus fear; clinging; healthy sexuality, including fantasies and how to experience pleasure without guilt; how to break distructive patterns in your relationships; and how to have safe conversations with your loved one.Richo provides wisdom from Buddhism, psychology, and a range of spiritual traditions, along with a wealth of practices both for avoiding the pitfalls that can occur in love relationships and for enhancing the way love shows up in our lives. He then leads us on to love’s inevitable outcome: developing a heart that loves universally and indiscriminately. This transcendent and unconditional love isn’t just for a heroic few, Richo shows, it’s everyone’s magnificent calling.

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Book SynopsisWith exercises, practical tools, and inspiring stories, Deeper Dating will guide you on a journey to find the love?and personal fulfillment?you long forLose weight. Be confident. Keep your partner guessing. At the end of the day, this soulless approach to dating doesn''t lead to love but to insecurity and desperation. In Deeper Dating, Ken Page presents a new path to love. Out of his decades of work as a psychotherapist and his own personal struggle to find love, Pageteaches that the greatest magnet for real love lies in our "Core Gifts"?the places of our deepest sensitivity, longing, and passion.Deeper Dating guides us to discover our own Core Gifts and empowers us to express them with courage, generosity, and discrimination in our dating life. When we do this, something miraculous happens: we begin to attract people who love us for who we are, we become more self-assured and emotionally available, and we lose our taste for relationships that chip away at our self-esteem. Without losing a pound, changing our hairstyle, or buying a single new accessory, we find healthy love moving closer . . .Deeper Dating integrates the best of human intimacy theory with timeless spiritual truths and translates them into a practical, step-by-step process.

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