Books and E-Books for the Romantically Challenged
Valentine’s Day has recently passed. If your Valentine’s Day didn’t go swimmingly, this may be a natural point in time to do a relationship audit. If not in reality, at least in your mind.
Whether you are looking to find a relationship, keep a relationship alive or leave it, we have a book or an e-book for you.
If you are too embarrassed to read a book about the topic in public or don’t want to be caught reading it by anyone you know, then you can be discreet and read an e-book on your phone, computer, or e-reader device.
Here are a few of many the titles available.
Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How it Can Help You Find—And Keep—Love (e-book)
by Amir Levine and Rachel Heller
Find out what your attachment style is. Determine which attachment style is most compatible with yours for future relationships. Also good for gaining a better understanding of past relationships.
Can’t figure out whether to break up with someone or not? This book may provide some perspective.
The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go Of Who You Think You're Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are (e-book)
By Brene Brown
It has been said that you must love yourself before you can love anyone else. See if this holds true for you. More books on self-love and self-esteem in our catalog.
Going Solo: The Extraordinary Rise and Surprising Appeal of Living Alone (e-book)
By Eric Klinenberg
Are you tired of the ups and downs of love and romance? Or are you just taking a relationhip sabbatical? Either way, this book may pique your interest. More books on single living in our catalog.
Getting Back Out There: Secrets to Successful Dating and Finding True Love After the Big Breakup
by Susan J. Elliott
Are you ready to get back out there and find love again? If you need a little bit of encouragement and guidance on how to go about that, this book may help.
Want more? More books on love and relationships in our catalog. And more e-books on the topic.
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