Clearly, the term 'starving artist' doesn't apply to these people, named the highest paid authors in the world for 2010. Together, their earnings amount to around $270 million. The list reflects that readers still prefer a light, fun read. Thes thrillers and romances won't win any literary awards, and some have been downright lambasted by critics for flimsy plots and bad … [Read more...] about 5 Highest-Paid Authors in the World (2010)
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5 New Rules of Dating
We've heard lots of relationship advice. 'Don't be jealous—you'll drive the other person away.' Or, 'Don't go to bed angry! Talk about it till you find a solution, then kiss and make up.' While these tips are, in theory, signs of a healthy relationship, they can be unrealistic. Psychologists have revamped the dating rules and offer a new, more liberating guidelines for a happy … [Read more...] about 5 New Rules of Dating
8 great date ideas for busy couples
You (and every married couple in the world) know the importance of 'couple time.' However, real life often gets in the way of romance. Household chores, clingy kids, and the stress of a job that puts food on the table take their physical and emotional toll. Nobody can blame you if you'd rather sleep than have sex, or if your conversations sound more like a project meeting … [Read more...] about 8 great date ideas for busy couples