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mommies

Mommies – the toughest job you’ll ever love!

Miserly Moms: Living on One Income in a Two-Income Economy by Jonni McCoy
Jonni McCoy once lived in the San Francisco Bay area, working as a Senior Buyer for firms such as Apple Computer.  Considering she lived in one of the most expensive areas of the country, and made a very good living, the thought of quitting her job after the birth of her child seemed out of the question.  But Jonni made it work, and this book shows you how.  She has a great section for working moms as well, teaching you how to stretch that dollar.  Ready to give up your lattes?  This is the book for you.
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sex and the girlfriend

Sex and the Girlfriend – lets dish.


The Grrl Genius Guide to Sex (with Other People): A Self-Help Novel by Cathryn Michon
A self-proclaimed “lifelong failure at romantic relationships”, Grrl Genious Michon serves up this delightfully funny, entertaining, and sometimes illuminating “self help” guide to sex.  She believes the only person who can help you find the road to relationship happiness is the one who has known great relationship despair.  You will laugh out loud at this book, filled with good advice, “Crazy Sex Facts”, and brilliant concepts to get you on your way to better relationships…. . . . → Read More: sex and the girlfriend

healthy girls

Healthy Girls – nothing is more important than our health. 

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Women’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom by Christiane Northrup
 Dr. Christiane Northrup has been a pioneer in the thinking that our emotions, and how we deal with them, have a direct effect on our health.  In her practice in Maine, she combines traditional medicine with a holistic flair, treating and counseling her patients back to health.  Having this comprehensive guide is the next best thing to having her as your ob/gyn!  You’ll refer to it again and again.
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domestic goddess

Domestic Goddess – for the Martha Stewart in all of us.

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 Weekend Knits: Vogue Knitting on the Go by Trisha Malcolm
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to make a gift for a friend or family member, something they will treasure as “hand made”?  And how would you like it to be done in a weekend?  Viola!  Weekend Knits will show you how to knit something fabulous in between Friday happy hour and your Sunday evening blues.  
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fitness queens

Fitness Queens – a girl has got to be fit (not just to be tied).


Shortcuts to Sexy Abs: 337 Ways to Trim, Tone, Camouflage, and Beautify by Colleen Moriarty
My first test for this book was to see if the author had actually bore a child.  Check.  Okay, I’m listening.  For, my dear girlfriends, you may never see your beloved abs again after childbirth, unless you work hard, and find some gems like this book.  Colleen Moriarty first off understands that, yes, it does take 256 pages and lots of willpower to have abs that look… . . . → Read More: fitness queens

financially savvy

Financially Savvy – when money talks….


Shoo, Jimmy Choo!: The Modern Girl’s Guide to Spending Less and Saving More

Feeling a little financially drained from the holidays?
(Or this nasty recession?) Do you hide your eyes at first when you land on your online banking page? Can’t imagine giving up those daily lattes?  Girlfriend, we have THE financial book for you, just in time for the new year!

Written by Catey Hill, a recovering shoe addict and current Money Editor for… . . . → Read More: financially savvy

glamour girls

Glamour Girls – when we look good, we feel good.

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Three Black Skirts : All You Need To Survive by Anna Johnson
Hey, if Hillary can become governor of New York with 3 black pantsuits, just think what 3 black skirts will do for you, girlfriend!  Seriously, this book is a true gem.  Not just about skirts, it is more like a guide to life. If you run around like a nut in the morning looking for hose with no holes, this book is for you.
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friends in need

friends in need – we are here for you!

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The Half-Empty Heart: A Supportive Guide to Breaking Free from Chronic Discontent by Alan Downs
You may just “know” there is a problem.  You constantly feel frustrated, discouraged, and stressed.  Your life, no matter how wonderful it may look to outsiders, is just not fulfilling.  Neither is your job, or your relationships.  If this describes you, it can’t hurt to take a peek at… . . . → Read More: friends in need

fiction lovers

fiction lovers – when we want to escape.

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Bookends by Jane Green
Perhaps this book struck a chord because it’s partly about a couple of friends who fulfill their life-long dream of opening a bookstore.  But it’s mostly about a group of close knit friends who first met in college and are now 30-something.  At a dinner party the group discovers that one of its original members, with whom they’ve cut ties, is the sit-com writer of their favorite t.v. show.  The friends also realize that they are the real people… . . . → Read More: fiction lovers

politically savvy

Politically Savvy – each of us needs to keep informed.


Why Freedom Matters: The Spirit of the Declaration of Independence in Prose, Poetry, and Song from 1776 to the Present
The passing of The Patriot Act following the terrorist acts of September 11th certainly does play an important role in protecting us against terrorism.  But do parts of it go too far?  Do we take our freedoms for granted?  Why Freedom Matters is an important collection of over 100 speeches, letters, essays, poems and songs that help us think… . . . → Read More: politically savvy