Books worth reading? (On relationships)

[independent]

Its about to turn winter, and I'm planning on taking a break before even attempting to date again... so I thought I would pick up a few good books on Amazon.com.

I was interested in reading the book featured on Oprah today (How to Remodel Your Man) which is supposed to be a hilarious view of men and their roles in life in relationships.

Also on the potential list is:


He's Just Not That Into You: The No-Excuses Truth to Understanding Guys

Be Honest--You're Not That Into Him Either: Raise Your Standards and Reach for the Love You Deserve

Why Men Love Bitches: From Doormat to Dreamgirl-A Woman's Guide to Holding Her Own in a Relationship


I have tons of other great books on my shelf already should I get tired of reading about men and love - good stuff: old classics, business books (my interests), etc. But I thought I might try some of these titles as well. Anyone read any of them, or have anything to add to the reviews posted on Amazon?

[whaywardj]

Wait! Wasn't it YOU who said to another poster you can't find your self-esteem (or whatever) in a book?

[whaywardj]

But if books you must, for reasons I can't explain, "Far From the Madding Crowd" comes to my mind for you.

[shh!]

Wait! Wasn't it YOU who said to another poster you can't find your self-esteem (or whatever) in a book?

That was me...

[independent]

Yeah... I wasnt looking for anything in particular out of the books, except perhaps entertainment for the winter months.



If I want true inspiration, things that spark sincere motivation to better myself, etc... I will return to my old faves that are already on my bookshelf. Classics, and even current authors I favor.

For the winter I am planning to make new friends (heterosexual female friends), laugh and have some fun... and of course work (I enjoy my work immensely). I thought those titles would make for good light reading - and may even be great conversation pieces with "the girls".

I really have to learn this friend thing all over again. Its been ages since I've had a true girlfriend - not the kind that wants to kiss you.

[whaywardj]

Well, then. I must make an effort to write something specifically for you this winter.

[independent]

I like to watch Sex in the City. Am I right in thinking there was a book along these lines??

[whaywardj]

Yep. [url]http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0446673544/102-9401741-9514509?v=glance&n=283155&v=glance[/url]

[independent]

Hmm... I should check the local library. I saw several books on that list I might enjoy. Anybody read these?

Sex in the City by Candace Bushnell
Four Blondes by Candace Bushnell
Sex and the City: Kiss and Tell, Updated Edition by Amy Sohn
Lipstick Jungle : A Novel by Candace Bushnell
Sex and the City: Kiss and Tell by Amy Sohn
Reading Sex and the City by Kim Akass

[independent]

It's been so long since I've read a non-fiction book LOL, I may just read through the entire winter and on into 2007 before I run out of things to explore...

[Junsui]

I read Four Blondes and then one other one she wrote that I can't remember the name of right now.

[independent]

What did you think of it?

[Junsui]

Trading Up was the other one, I liked both of them. I think I liked Trading Up more because 4 Blondes is just four shorter stories about each girl, then Trading Up goes more into the story for one of the girls from 4 Blondes. They're entertaining to read and if you liked Sex and the City, you will like these books.

[independent]

Awesome! I already ordered the relationship books from Amazon, so I'm going to check the local library for the books by Candace - see what they have.

Thanks!

[Rosebud]

That lipstick Jungle book is going to be made into a tv series just like sex in the city was. Although I don't know when I heard it would be soon.