The Boomer's Guide to Online Dating [Paperback]

Judsen Culbreth (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1594862257 | ISBN-13: 978-1594862250 | Publication Date: July 28, 2005

A thorough yet lighthearted guide to online dating, designed primarily to help the over-35 woman browse Internet sites--with confidence, ease, and a sense of adventure--and capture that special someone.

Online dating is a national phenomenon, with some 30 million people logging on to dating sites each month. Yet many women over 35 still hesitate when it comes to browsing for a mate.

That's exactly how author Judsen Culbreth felt when she found herself single again at age 49, after a 20-year marriage. Overcoming her own trepidation, she decided to take the plunge and post an online personals ad. Not only did she get 84 responses within 2 days, but eventually she found romance and a second chance at love and marriage. Now she draws upon her own online adventures and her vast experience in magazine and TV journalism to provide Boomers and mature GenXers with the guide they need to navigate their way through the three stages of cyber-courtship: defining compatibility, creating chemistry, and closing on commitment.
Culbreth understands the lives and yearnings of mature single women and speaks
empathetically to the concerns of her audience, addressing worries about their desirability, the safety of the Internet, and the availability of good men. Her book combines research; how-to advice; warm, personal success stories; and quizzes and exercises. Women over 35 who are ready to brave the confusing world of online dating will find the information and reassurance they seek in her breezy and very smart guide.

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From the Back Cover

"One of the best relationship books for our times. Culbreth's endearing style offers true laughs on the way to securing true love." --Pamela Redmond Satran, author of The Man I Should Have Married
Maybe you've heard wonderful success stories about online dating but are a little intimidated to try it. Or perhaps you think there are no terrific men your age. That's how journalist Judsen Culbreth felt until she gave online dating a try. She discovered that older single men significantly outnumber women on online dating sites, and, more important, they're eager to make a match with someone who shares their interests (and generation).
Whether you're new to online dating, or need a refresher course to boost your dating confidence, Culbreth, who married her cyber-sweetheart at age 52, guides you through the practical aspects of this new venture, including:
• The differences among the various Internet date sites
• How to craft an online personal ad
• E-mail etiquette
• When to meet in person
She also gently offers you personal wisdom, from uncovering your mental roadblocks to dating and revamping your image, to brushing up on the world of men and how to approach the ever-important topic of intimacy. Filled with real life success stories, checklists, worksheets, and fun facts to get you motivated and courting the smart way, The Boomers' Guide to Online Dating is the reassuring resource you need--your handbook to finding the perfect man.
JUDSEN CULBRETH has more than 30 years of experience in magazines and TV journalism, serving as editor-in-chief of Working Mother, executive editor of Redbook, and the first work/family contributing editor on the Today show. With her husband, she divides her time between Montclair, New Jersey, and Fairhope, Alabama.

About the Author

JUDSEN CULBRETH has more than 30 years of experience in magazines and TV journalism, serving as editor-in-chief of Working Mother, executive editor of Redbook, and the first work/family contributing editor on Today. She has been seen on Lifetime, CNN, NBC Nightly News, CBS Evening News, and Dateline. She divides her time between New Jersey and Alabama.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Rodale Books (July 28, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1594862257
• ISBN-13: 978-1594862250
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #389,330 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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35 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Minimize your fears...maximize your skills and self-confidence....., August 3, 2005

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G.K., Ph.D. (Montclair, NJ) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Boomer's Guide to Online Dating (Paperback)

As I experienced it, when finding yourself alone, maybe even for the first time in your life, you can embrace one of two strategies: the passive one...waiting for someone to drop out of the sky into your life, or the active one... figuring out what sort of guy you want to spend the rest of your life with and then searching for him! This book equips you with the skills to master the search process that has the highest probability of success ...internet dating.
Don't let pride ("I'm too good for this"), bitterness ("all men are jerks"), denial ("I'm perfectly content spending the rest of my life alone") or ego ("I have a Ph.D...I can figure this out on my own") keep you from taking advantage of the sound wisdom contained in this book. Culbreth, in a style which is both witty and warm, walks you though the fog of fear and self-doubt that we inevitably encounter when faced with the daunting task of finding a mate at this stage of our lives. It may have been a long time since you did any thinking about who you are and what you really want. Culbreth helps you through this. You may have difficulty remembering what men are looking for... Culbreth helps you remember. As women we have been socialized to be self-effacing. Culbreth helps you overcome this tendency in order to construct a personal profile which illuminates the strengths and qualities of your unique being.
I know Culbreth deeply believes there is someone out there for you...and I do, too. So take a deep breath, buy the book, and enjoy your search.

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars This Book Is NOT!!! for guys!!!!, February 27, 2006

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Steve Boswell "Just a Guy" (Redondo Beach, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Boomer's Guide to Online Dating (Paperback)

This is a well written book but very improperly titled. It should be titled, "The WOMAN's guide to online dating."

Guys if you're looking for a book that answers guy specific questions, look elsewhere. There are no answers here!!!

17 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Trust Culbreth; it works, August 4, 2005

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WGK (Fairhope, AL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Boomer's Guide to Online Dating (Paperback)

Culbreth's book is more than a how to for internet dating. It forces us to reflect on who we really are and what we really want from a potential mate. For those who have been too timid to try online dating, Culbreth offers warm persuasive and encouraging advice. For those who have tried online dating, Culbreth gives you a road map on the best way to sell yourself. If you are over the age of 35, and want to be with someone, read this book. Trust Culbreth; it works.