Get a Life, Then Get a Man: A Single Woman's Guide [Paperback]

Jennifer Bawden (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2000

The key to enjoying the single life is to lead a full and rewarding existence. For dating to be successful, single women must first acquire the most attractive quality -- a fun, happy, and productive life. From setting goals, nurturing friendships, and being kind to oneself, Jennifer Bawden provides both practical and inspirational guidance for women who desire a whole new outlook on their singlehood. Once they have gained esteem and support, readers are ready to apply Bawden's frontline tactics for meeting men. From the first approach in a crowded room and strategies for "the call back" to handy icebreakers for the first date, Bawden shows how to proactively pursue a variety of interesting prospects. Get a Life, Then Get a Man inspires women to take back their dating destinies -- to get confident in their actions and smart about their choices. In the process, they'll discover that being single can truly be fun, free, and satisfying.

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About the Author

Jennifer Bawden's fashion designs have been featured on the cover of Cosmopolitan, and have been worn by many celebrities, including Celine Dion, Mariah Carey, Ivana Trump and Mariel Hemingway. She has been the reciplent of Best New Talent Awards from Carolina Herrera, Dana Buchman, and the Fashion Institute of Design, and has been featured in magazines and newspapers including Town and Country, Elle, The New York Times Magazine Fashion Supplement, and Conde Nast Traveler. Get A Life, Then Get a Man is her first book. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Plume (January 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0452281350
• ISBN-13: 978-0452281356
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,579,068 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic read for modern women, July 1, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Get a Life, Then Get a Man: A Single Woman's Guide (Paperback)

This book was a fantastic alternative to the usual dating advise books. As a person that normally makes fun of dating books, the title caught my eye automatically. The book gives helpful advise to promote your own self assurance in this world far before trying to rely on a man to get everything for you. I highly recommend this book to woman of any age. I have given it as gifts to graduating teens and business women alike.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars pretty good advice, April 2, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Get a Life, Then Get a Man: A Single Woman's Guide (Paperback)

While she doesn't reinvent the wheel, Bawden's book is pretty funny and informative. When you take into account that the woman who wrote THE RULES is now getting divorced, this book makes good sense. If you're single, and don't want to be, this is certainly worth a look. It only costs a few bucks, and if you meet one good person because of the advice found here, that's a solid investment. Oh, and men can benefit from some of what's in here, too.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Truly spoken!, February 25, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Get a Life, Then Get a Man: A Single Woman's Guide (Paperback)

How often do women hear from their mothers and other females when they are going to get married or why don't you have a boyfriend? And what are the reasons for getting a man? In my past and present experience, I have listened to relatives and friends tell me I need a man when I am trying to build a life for myself. A man is no guarantee that your life will be complete. I am in my twenties and living with my family. I don't have a boyfriend and am not in the position of looking for one. It seems to me that the only way to get a life is to get a man instead of being on your own. As women, we need to build our own lives before even allowing a man to enter ours. I am glad that Ms. Bawden has written a book for the single female who is looking for love without having to lose herself.