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The Vixen Manual: How to Find, Seduce & Keep the Man You Want [Hardcover]

Karrine Steffans
3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (52 customer reviews)


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Book Description

July 13, 2009
Since she exploded on the scene with her two juicy and impossible-to-put-down tell-alls, readers have wanted to know even more about what makes Karrine Steffans tick. How was she able to meet all the high profile politicians, movie stars, and other celebrities that are her close acquaintances? What skills does she possess to keep men wanting more? Finally, Karrine lays it all out and explains exactly what a woman must do to win over the man of her dreams. With chapters like "Never Let Him See You Sweat," "Flirting," "Encouraging His Manhood," and "Give Him What He Wants," this hot and sexy manual is a must-have for every woman's bookshelf.


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"Steffans has reinvented herself." (Creativeloafing.com )

"The Vixen Manual may soon have you hearing 'Til death do you part." (The Philadelphia Tribune )

"One irresistible and unstoppable seduction." (Fox Studios )

"Never a dull word from this girl." (Bill Maher )

"Mad, bad, and dangerous to know." (NY Daily News )

"Some sketches are educational. Some are volcanic." (Fox Studios )

"She's worth the risk." (NY Daily News )

"Perspective into the mind of an absolutely fascinating woman." (Fox Studios )

"Her ideas on self-care and pampering are well needed, as reminders to slow down and treat yourself nicely in this crazy world. I can't deny the allure of both Steffans' words and mystique." (Jezebel )

About the Author

Karrine Steffans became a New York Times best selling author after releasing her debut tell-all book Confessions of a Video Vixen in June of 2005. Since the success of her books, Karrine speaks at universities and celebrity panels. She has also established The Karrine Steffans Girls Club, The Karrine Steffans Book Club , and The Steffans Commentary on MySpace. Check out Karrine's website at www.karrine.com

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 272 pages
  • Publisher: Grand Central Publishing (July 13, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0446582271
  • ISBN-13: 978-0446582278
  • Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 0.9 x 9.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (52 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #425,712 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

From meager beginnings on the thirty-mile island of St. Thomas to New York Times best selling author residing in Los Angeles, Karrine Steffans has come a long way. Details of the first twenty-five years of her complicated, yet, thrilling former life and lifestyle are captured in the pages on her memoir, Confessions of a Video Vixen, published by Harper Collins Publishers, making a biography almost obsolete.

Since Confessions debuted on June 28, 2005, Karrine and her enthralling story has been on the lips and minds of most everyone. Among many other media outlets Paula Zahn, Donny Deutsch, Tyra Banks, Bill O'Reilly, Geraldo Rivera, Kathy Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb,and the queen of daytime herself, Oprah Winfrey have sought Karrine and helped propel her into the limelight and even contributed satirical editorial to HBO's Real Time with Bill Maher.
This sudden thrust into the world's eye has prompted publishing giant Hachette Book Group USA(formerly Warner Books) to welcome Karrine into their family, inking two publishing contracts for three additional books, the first being The Vixen Diaries, published September 2007.

On July 13, 2009, Karrine published her third New York Times best seller, entitled The Vixen Manual: How to Find, Seduce & Keep the Man You Want, which made its debut on NBC's The Today Show.

Later that year, Karrine inked her third publishing deal and completed her fourth book, Satisfaction: Erotic Fantasies for the Advanced & Adventurous Couple, published August 10, 2011.

In 2010, The Vixen Manual was optioned by Fox Television Studios and the author inked a production deal with the studio giant. As a result, Steffans has penned a series based on the book and is credited as created and co-executive producer of the scripted television project, still in development.

In 2011, Steffans engaged a slew of author hopefuls to launch the Steffans Publishing's premiere publishing venture -- a series of anthologies, the first to be published June of 2012. Simultaneously, the author began managing musical talent, shaping the careers of young, unsigned musicians with Ampersand Music.

These ventures and more are encompassed under the Karrine & Co.® brand, developed in late 2011.
The author lives in Los Angeles with her husband and teenage son.

Customer Reviews

This book is very informative!!! Orsayor Simmons  |  6 reviewers made a similar statement
This book is a serious waste of money and time. J. BOYD  |  8 reviewers made a similar statement
It's her version of Steve Harvey's book "Act Like A Lady...". DDon  |  3 reviewers made a similar statement
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22 of 25 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Like it.... November 12, 2009
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I liked this book. Giving her experience in some of the subjects she talked about she made a lot of since. However, some topics she talk about will get you're a** kicked if you try those types of games on your man. For instance, she talks about your man coming in late from doing whatever all night and she tells you to not say anything about it, just stay out the next night. See, those types of games aren't healthy in a committed relationship. She also says not to bring your man around your Kid(s) unless you have a ring on your finger. I also dont agree w/ that ether. I firmly believe not only should you be in love w/ your man before your marry him, your kid(s) should love him as well. To just bring a strange man around your kid(s) and say "hers your new stepdad" will only make your kid(s) want to pull away...There are many other points I can talk about in her book that I didn't agree with but I guess for some woman it may work for them.... All I can say is take some of what she says and make your own determination about it...
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20 of 23 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Good advice from a woman who has done/seen it all. September 19, 2009
Format:Hardcover
After reading the reviews I found that most of the negative ones never really gave this book a chance anyway. Because of the cover? Oh, because of Ms. Steffans' reputation? It is because of her reputation that I picked up the Vixen Manual. Who better to give advice than someone who has already made all the mistakes and then some? Judgmental people that refuse to let this woman redeem herself and claim a better life are disgusting, and their attitudes shine more negative light on themselves than on Karrine.

On to the book. I was as skeptical as many, but was pleasantly surprised. Don't pay attention to the haters who say that this book is full of common sense that women already know. Women who are not lying to themselves know that all sense ain't common, especially if you have old-fashioned, tight-lipped mothers and grandmothers. Had I this kind of advice at the onset of my dating life I could have avoided so much heartache and many embarrassing situations. Especially important in this book is Karrine's advice on the art of being single. How many women do you know who just jump from man to man thinking that is the way to complete themselves? If using your alone time wisely is common sense, none of the women we know would do this. The fact that there is power in letting your man be a man should also be common sense, though it is not. Too many women think the opposite of being a hyper-independent nagging ball-buster is to be a doormat. So not true. There is balance. That is also in this book.

Subjugating women, and turning us all into video vixens, is not the goal of this book. As a few other reviewers have pointed out, neither is this a how-to on giving good oral. This book is unique in that it covers a woman's love life from every angle: single, dating, and married. If you are interested in accepting and harnessing the power of your femininity, being complete in yourself, and how to find & keep the best male compliment for your life, this is the book for you. Use it to affirm and complement the advice in Steve Harvey's "Act Like a Lady...".

The Vixen Manual is highly readable, and content is presented in an intelligent and thoughtful way. Despite what you think you know about her, Karrine has surprisingly traditional values. Don't let your personal feelings about her past keep you from actually learning something.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars Not that impressed :( August 18, 2010
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I received this book yesterday and started to read a few chapters that caught my eye before going to bed. All I have to say is if this is what it takes to make millions off book sales, I need to write a book! Ms. Steffans isn't giving me any new advice I don't already use; nor is there anything special in the few chapters I've read that I feel will help a woman snag and/or keep a man. Unless you're a nun (no offense to those who may be), I just didn't get any pointers from this book and am highly disappointed. Maybe she's really keeping her secrets to herself as a way of keeping her infamous name "branded"??? Who knows . . .
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4.0 out of 5 stars vix
i liked it I think it was well written and the tips are practical. I liked her matter of fact writing style
Published 7 days ago by Traci Santiful
5.0 out of 5 stars i love it
i thought is was great book it made a lot of sense and everything was way female thinks
it got five stars..go karrine
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5.0 out of 5 stars A lot of women need this book!
Whatever her reputation is she knows what she is doing and has been doing it for a while so who better to take advice from than her. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Candra Pollock
5.0 out of 5 stars amazing
Reading this book was amazing. The things we already know along with the information you read puts everything in perspective. Excellent writing.
Published 2 months ago by eastsidegirl
3.0 out of 5 stars Not that bad
It is a good read. Somethings she mentions we tend to forget. I loved it because alot of what she says are things we as women need be reminded even if we say we heard it before. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Pretty Prissy
3.0 out of 5 stars OK
STUFF I ALREADY KNOW WAS IN THIS BOOK BUT I GUESS ITS OK FOR THE PRICE THAT I PURCHASED IT FOR
Published 3 months ago by Kamisha Henderson
5.0 out of 5 stars A Manual Every Woman Should Own
I vouch for this book all the way. Because of its racer, blunt content, my mother swore it off. I however found it educational, useful, funny, entertaining, and overall a good... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mrs. Jetkins
5.0 out of 5 stars Book helped
people can say what ever they want about the lady that wrote this book but I can say this book helps if you are married or find what you need and it do make you think about your... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Teetee
1.0 out of 5 stars VIXEN MANUAL BY KARRINE STEFFANS IS HORRIBLE BOOK
THIS IS THE WORST READ I'VE EVER HAD; I SHOULD HAVE CONSIDERED THE SOURCE BEFORE I INVESTED MY MONEY IN THIS TRASH
Published 5 months ago by BON BAGAY!
3.0 out of 5 stars fun read
IF you have read her other books then you already know what to expect. Fun read to pass the time and a few good pointers.
Published 12 months ago by jaheaden
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