". . . a mini instruction course on how to showcase your strong points and possibly find your dreamboat! Includes 'six common advertising blunders' and a great glossy of personal ad abbreviations." -- The Mining Company web review by Brenda Ross, Dating Advice Guide
"...takes a lighthearted, sometimes humorous approach and is the best of the books currently available on the subject...regales the reader with insight and renews the hope that they can still meet the man or woman of their dreams." -- Wisconsin Bookwatch, James A. Cox, Editor-in-Chief
"If you're going to run a personal ad, this is a book you can't afford to miss. In a simple, easy-to-read format, it tells you everything you need to know to meet that special someone - and continue the relationship after that." -- Dr. Riki Robbins, author of Negotiating Love & The Empowered Woman
"What a treasure...Peggi Ridgway provides singles with a safe and successful way to find a partner. This innovative book offers a fresh look at a delightful option for navigating the often treacherous relationship waters." -- Dr. Randi Ettner, clinical psychologist and author of Confessions of a Gender Bender
Peggi Ridgway's Romancing In The Personal Ads: How To Find Your Partner In The Classifieds takes a lighthearted, sometime humorous approach (including cartoons), and is the best of the books currently available on the subject of personal ads (including on-line ads and internet forums). Romancing In The Personal Ads regales the reader with insight and renews their hope that they can still meet the man or woman of their dreams. Romancing In The Personal Ads is the place to look for sensible tips in finding one's soul mate. Romancing In The Personal Ads will connect the reader (through carefully researched ads) with their heart's desires. In its own whimsical way, Romancing In The Personal Ads is a reminder that there's plenty of room for humor and happiness -- if you know how to look for it in your daily newspaper or computer connection. Included is a helpful glossary of abbreviations and jargon used in personal ads. Of special value are the numerous safety tips throughout, including a special chapter devoted specifically to keeping safe when responding to personal ads. Highly recommended! -- Midwest Book Review
This 1999 book by Rodale Press refers directly to Romancing in the Personal Ads and quotes author Peggi Ridgway extensively in its chapter titled "Personal Ads." -- Extraordinary Togetherness: A Woman's Guide to Love, Sex and Intimacy
What a treasure...Peggi Ridgway provides singles with a safe and successful way to find a partner. This innovative book offers a fresh look at a delightful option for navigating the often treacherous relationship waters. (Dr. Randi Ettner, Clinical psychologist and author of Confessions of a Gender Defender)
If you're going to run a personal ad, this is a book you can't afford to miss. In a imple, easy-to-read format, Peggi Ridgway tells you everything you need to know to meet that special someone-and continue the relationship after that. (Dr. Riki Robbins, author of Negotiating Love / Ballantine and The Empowered Woman)
This book is the best of the books currently available on the subject of personal ads, including on-line ads and Internet forums. It's the place to look for sensible tips in finding one's soul mate. -- Jim Cox, Midwest Book Review
Product Description
A must-have handy guide to Do's and Don'ts (and how to stay safe and sane) while writing and answering personal ads online and in print. Includes sample ads, responses, phone tips, where to advertise, meeting and dating tips and personal stories with a sprinkling of humor throughout.
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