Articles written by Teresa Shaw
All 128 articles written by Teresa Shaw
Food Allergies and Business Travel: Tips for Traveling Safely with Food Sensitivities and Allergies
Category: Business Travel Tips
Business travelers with food allergies don't have to stay home - plan ahead, call the airline and notify meeting organizers of food allergies before arriving. more...
Category: Romance Fiction (general)
Single mom Meg puts her Hokey-Pokey Theory of Life, which demands that you put your whole self in, to the test when she meets Ahmed, an Iranian American businessman. more...
Category: Business Travel (general)
Planning off-site meetings can be complicated; from choosing a venue and organizing events to planning travel arrangements, organizers must make many plans. more...
How to Save Money When Traveling by Air: Business Air Travel Can Be Budget Travel by Planning Ahead
Category: Business Air Travel
Save money on flights and hotels by buying in advance, using alternate airports, reserving less expensive hotel rooms, and eating in local restaurants. more...
How to Save Money When Traveling by Car: Business Road Travel Can Be Budget Friendly
Category: Business Road Travel
Travel for business for less by booking rental cars in advance, reserving cheaper hotel rooms, and eating locally. more...
Category: Business Air Travel
Pittsburgh Airport is serviced by 13 airlines and has more than 190 non-stop flights each day. The Airmall offers specialty shops and restaurants for business travelers. more...
Category: Business Travel (general)
As the number of cases of swine flu, or H1N1, increases, many companies are responding with pandemic policies, including limiting business travel and virtual meetings. more...
Category: Business Road Travel
Traveling for business by car can be a pleasant and efficient way to travel when the trip is planned in advance. Check the weather and print out maps for a smooth ride. more...
Category: Business Hotels
The lavishly restored three diamond William Penn Hotel has hosted John F. Kennedy, Lawrence Welk and thousands of business travelers in downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. more...
10 Handy Double Duty Travel Items: Do More With Less With Multiple Use Items for Traveling
Category: Business Travel Tips
Save precious luggage space by packing and using multi-use items, such as clothes pins and pill cases, as well as lotions and shower caps the hotel provides. more...
Category: Business Air Travel
Security lines are an unavoidable part of air travel. By planning ahead and packing smartly, passengers can pass through security checkpoints like a seasoned traveler. more...
Business Travel for Working Moms: How to Cope When a Job Sends a Mother Away From Home
Category: Business Travel Tips
Taking a business trip as a working mother can be difficult. Here's how to stay connected to the kids kids at home and enjoy the time away. more...
How to Stay Safe at a Hotel: Hotel Safety Is Important for Both Solo Travelers and Groups
Category: Business Travel Tips
Business travel frequently involves staying at hotels or motels. Whether traveling solo or with a group, follow these tips to stay safe during a hotel stay. more...
The Fourth Trimester of Pregnancy: Your Adjusting Body After Labor and Delivery
Category: Postpartum Health
The adjustment period after your infant baby has arrived is sometimes called the "fourth trimester." At six weeks postpartum, your body is going through many changes. more...
Traveling While Pregnant: Tips for Expectant Mothers Traveling by Air, Train or Car
Category: Pregnancy & Childbirth (general)
Traveling during pregnancy doesn't have to be uncomfortable. Getting lots of rest, drinking water and dressing appropriately can make pregnant travel safe and pleasant. more...
Dining out with a Toddler: How to Enjoy Restaurant Dining with Toddler-Aged Children
Category: Infants & Toddlers (general)
Going out to lunch or dinner with a toddler can be a challenge; here are some tips on how to enjoy a restaurant meal with a toddler - without tantrums. more...
Gifts for Gardeners: Present Ideas for People with Green Thumbs
Category: Landscaping (general)
Whether it's for Mother's Day, Father's Day, or any special occasion, a gardening related gift can make a nice present for anyone who enjoys spending time gardening. more...
Man of the House by Ad Hudler: Stay at Home Dad Goes From Mr. Mom to Mr. Man in Novel
Category: American Fiction (general)
Linc Menner has held the family's household together from the start. But when they move from New York to Florida, he suddenly has a change of heart and recreates himself. more...
Life After Genius by M. Ann Jacoby: Coming of Age Story of 18-Year-Old Boy at Chicago University
Category: American Fiction (general)
Theodore Mead Fegley might be smart, but his lack of social skills leads him to make friends with the wrong person, and face trouble as college graduation approaches. more...
Taking the Plunge by Stacie Lewis: Bride's Family Causes Trouble When Planning her Wedding
Category: British/UK Fiction (general)
Bernie is planning her dream wedding ceremony; her mother and stepmother are, too. From flower arrangements to ceremony and reception venues, no one can agree on anything more...
Depression During Pregnancy: Feeling Sad or Blue While Pregnant Can Mean Depression
Category: Prenatal Health
Many women are at risk of depression during pregnancy. Find out causes, symptoms and treatments of depression. more...
Category: American Fiction (general)
The four Gabaldón sisters believe their mysterious grandmother Fermina has bestowed special gifts on them. They research her Pueblo history and discover a family secret. more...
Planting Flowering Bulbs for Spring Blooms: How and When to Plant Common Spring-Blooming Bulbs.
Category: Bulbs
After the first hard frost is the ideal time to plant spring bulbs. A selection of well-placed bulbs in the fall will produce glorious bursts of spring color. more...
Methods to Induce Labor Naturally: Safe Home Remedies to Get Pregnancy Labor and Delivery Started
Category: Childbirth - Labour & Delivery
At the end of your pregnancy, it may come time to consider naturally inducing labor. Walking, spicy food and more can help bring on labor. more...
How to Host a Spanish Tapas Party: Easy Dinner Party Idea for Entertaining Dinner Guests on a Budget
Category: Food Trends (general)
Tapas, or "small plates," dinners have become increasingly popular, and are an inexpensive and fun way to entertain your guests. Here's how to have an appetizer party. more...
Here If You Need Me by Kate Braestrup: True Story of a Widow Living Out Her Husband’s Dream
Category: Biographies/Memoirs (general)
When a car accident takes husband Drew, a Maine state trooper, Kate decides to live his dream and become a Unitarian Universalist minister. more...
Don't You Forget About Me – Jancee Dunn: Rolling Stone Writer’s Wistful Novel of High School Days
Category: American Fiction (general)
Manhattan thirty something Lillian Curtis takes a sabbatical from her television producer job to go home to New Jersey and attend her reunion. more...
Mercy Street – Mariah Stewart: Last Breath Author’s Novel about Murder, Missing Teens
Category: Mystery/Crime Fiction (general)
When two teens are found dead, and two more missing, one grandmother commissions a search to find out the truth. more...
Category: Romance Fiction (general)
Long Island's Fire Island sets the scene for this romantic story of love, loss, friendship and sisterhood from bestselling author Ann Brashares. more...
Summer Gardening To Do List: Tasks and Projects for Summertime Garden Maintenance
Category: Landscaping (general)
While the dog days of summer may have arrived, it's important to keep up with the garden. Following are tips for what to do in the garden in summertime. more...
Secret Diary of a Call Girl - Anonymous: Bestselling Memoir Now Showtime Original Series
Category: Chick Lit
Londoner Belle turns to the oldest profession to pay the bills in this honest and funny diary, based on an award winning blog. more...
Essential Tools for Gardening: Basic Tools Every Gardening Shed Should Contain
Category: Flower Gardens (general)
Gardening can be as simple or complex as each individual. There are, however, a few tools no gardener should be without. Following are some essential gardening tools. more...
How to Save Money on Groceries: 5 Ways to Spend Less on Food at the Supermarket
Category: Home Management (general)
With grocery prices rising, everyone wants to save money. Buying in bulk, substituting items and meatless meals are some ways to save at the register. more...
Watering Gardens with Gray Water: Use Recycled Household Water for Environmental Benefits
Category: Organic Gardens (general)
Lower than average rainfall predictions can make watering difficult. Try using gray water, or waste water, to water indoor and outdoor plants, saving money on your water more...
Girls in Trucks – Katie Crouch: Ex-Debutante Leaves Home and Her Southern Upbringing
Category: Chick Lit
Sarah, a reluctant Southern debutante, leaves Charleston, South Carolina, for New York after college to find love and success, but finds disappointment instead. more...
The Day I Ate Whatever I Wanted: Elizabeth Berg’s Delightful, Humorous New Short Story Collection
Category: American Fiction (general)
New York Times bestselling author's 13 stories are a multi-generational look at the everyday challenges that women face - food, health, men, self esteem, aging and more. more...
Category: Chick Lit
Lawyer and former deb Carlisle Cushing returns home to Texas from Boston to help the troubled Hundredth Annual Willow Creek Symphony Association Debutante Ball. more...
Come Back: Mother Daughter Memoir: A Teen’s Descent into Hell, Drug Addiction and Back
Category: Biographies/Memoirs (general)
An honest and moving look at a teenage girl's fall into the wrong crowd and the moving transformation both mother and daughter experience in the end. more...
Category: South American Food
Quinoa was once known as "the gold of the Incas." Find out all about quinoa, including nutrition, benefits of, history, how to prepare, recipes, and where to purchase. more...
Early Spring Gardening To Do List: 10 Tips to Get Your Garden Ready for Planting in Spring
Category: Landscaping (general)
Early spring is a great time to get started with your garden. These 10 tips will help you and your soil get ready for spring planting. more...
The Girl Who Stopped Swimming - Joshilyn Jackson: Atlanta Author's Southern Mystery Novel
Category: American Fiction (general)
Laurel must put the pieces of her family back together after an accident takes place in the family's backyard swimming pool. more...
Ask Again Later – Jill A. Davis: Illness Changes New Yorker Emily’s Life for the Better
Category: Chick Lit
Emily lives her life with one foot out the door, afraid to take risks. But a sudden illness makes her rethink her life' s philosophy and her relationships. more...
Beginner's Greek – James Collins: Boy Meets Girl, Loses Girl’s Phone Number in Debut Novel
Category: American Fiction (general)
Lightning strikes for corporate financier Peter and Holly as they meet, separate, and meet again in this charming and clever novel. more...
Midori by Moonlight - Wendy Nelson Tokunaga: Californian's Debut About a Japanese Woman in America
Category: Chick Lit
Midori dreamed of moving to the United States, but when she suddenly finds herself alone in San Francisco, CA, she must make her own way. more...
Smart Girls Like Me - Diane Vadino: Love, Life and Finding Yourself in Y2K
Category: Chick Lit
Betsy is in a panic - not only is the millennium coming - and possibly the end of the world - but also she must find a date to her best friend's wedding. more...
Category: Biographies/Memoirs (general)
A witty collection of true stories, I Wear the Maternity Pants in This Family tells the truth about motherhood in an honest and decidedly Erma Bombeck-ish style. more...
Signed, Mata Hari - Yannick Murphy: Paris Jail Sets the Stage for Richly Woven Historical Novel
Category: Chick Lit
Margaretha Zelle, better known as Mata Hari, waits to hear her fate as she sits in a Paris prison accused of espionage. more...
Restless Virgins-Abigail Jones and Marissa Miley: An Insider’s Look at Boarding School Life
Category: Modern American Fiction
Two former boarding school students explore the Milton Academy's sex scandal in this book based on interviews with Milton students. more...
Category: Chick Lit
Princess in Love Author's London Daily Mail column on life after divorce evolves into funny chick lit, filled with hope, dreams, dates, and daschunds. more...
The Almost Moon - Alice Sebold: Lucky, The Lovely Bones Author's Second Novel
Category: Chick Lit
Helen Knightly has just killed her mother. This novel is a haunting and suspenseful look at her next 24 hours. more...
Category: World Literatures (general)
Novel takes place on Thanksgiving at a technical support call center in India for an American appliance company. more...
Create a Welcoming Guest Suite: Tips to Make Your Guests Feel at Home
Category: Entertaining (general)
Use all five senses to create a warm and welcoming stay for your house guests. more...
The Jane Austen Book Club - Karen Joy Fowler: Sister Noon Author Returns with a Book for Austen Fans
Category: Chick Lit
Almost 200 years after being published, Jane Austen's novels still elicit discussion among fans. Six Californians meet to discuss her novels in this novel -now a movie. more...
Category: Herbs
The end of summer and threats of frost don't mean you can't still enjoy fresh summer herbs. Follow these tips to easily dry, freeze or use your herbs to enjoy all year. more...
Digging to America - Anne Tyler: Breathing Lessons, Back When We Were Grownups Author's New Novel
Category: Chick Lit
Anne Tyler's novel explores what it means to be an American from the eyes of an outsider. more...
Category: Chick Lit
How to Teach Filthy Rich Girls' Megan Smith finds love and a new understanding in Palm Beach, Florida. more...
Category: Chick Lit
Arizona writer Laura Fitzgerald talks about her inspiration for Veil of Roses and plans for her next book. more...
How to Get Rid of Fleas: Safe, Easy and Effective Flea Control for Your Home
Category: Home Management (general)
Fleas are the last visitors you want in your home. Try a lemon rinse, flea comb or even adhesive tape to eliminate fleas from your pets and home. more...
Queen of Babble in the Big City: The Princess Diaries Author Meg Cabot's New Chick Lit Novel
Category: Chick Lit
Lizzie Nichols returns with a new series of adventures in love and life in New York City. more...
Me and Mr. Darcy - Alexandra Potter: A New Yorker Meets Her Mr. Darcy on a Jane Austen Retreat
Category: Chick Lit
Alexandra Potter explores what happens when a 29-year-old bookstore manager and Jane Austen fan comes face to face with her Mr. Darcy. more...
Tips on Keeping a Reading Journal: Keep Track of Your Reading with an Electronic or Paper Journal
Category: Chick Lit
If you want to remember the memorable - and not so memorable - books you've read, a reading journal may be for you. more...
Veil of Roses - Laura Fitzgerald: An Iranian Woman Finds Freedom, a Better Life In America
Category: Chick Lit
Tamila Soroush is an Iranian woman sent to the United States by her parents to find husband, and finds freedom. more...
The Guy Not Taken -Jennifer Weiner: Good in Bed Author's New Short Story Collection
Category: Chick Lit
This collection of 11 short stories showcases Jennifer Weiner's quick wit and sharp writing. more...
How to Start a Book Club: Join Other Readers and Start or Join a Book Group
Category: Book Clubs
Tips to join a reading group or start your own club, including organizing a group and reading guides. more...
Sleeping Well on the Road: Tips for Getting a Good Night's Sleep in a Hotel When Traveling
Category: Business Travel Tips
Restful sleep in a hotel can be difficult; avoid alcohol, limit caffeine, use earplugs and maintain a routine for a good night's rest when staying away from home. more...
Jet Lag Disorder and Long Flights: Coping With and Preventing Jet Lag in International Air Travel
Category: Business Air Travel
Jet lag, or time zone change syndrome, occurs when crossing over multiple time zones. Symptoms include fatigue, aches, moodiness, and trouble concentrating. more...
Category: Business Travel Tips
Laptop or notebook computers are commonly stolen, especially at hotels and airports. Backup data on the hard drive and pack smart to protect laptops from damage or theft. more...
Category: Business Travel (general)
The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, effective June 1, requires many North America travelers to have a passport or other documents when entering the United States. more...
Category: Business Road Travel
Automatic toll collection saves time for individual or business commuters traveling on many New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania turnpikes, bridges, and tunnels. more...
What to Do if a Flight is Canceled: Tips and Tricks for When an Airline Delays or Cancels Flights
Category: Business Air Travel
Airline flight delays and cancellations are inevitable. Business travelers should book direct flights and schedule longer layovers to help to prevent missed flights. more...
Category: Business Air Travel
Visit the airport museum or viewing deck, people watch, or indulge in a manicure or other spa treatment to pass the time at the airport during flight delays. more...
Category: Business Travel (general)
Bed bugs are being found in hotels, as well as dorm rooms, nursing homes, and hotels. Look for the pests on mattresses or in the seams of upholstered furniture. more...
2008 Airline Quality Rating Report: Airlines Improve Performance, According to Satisfaction Report
Category: Business Air Travel
The AQR 2008 report shows major improvement in U.S. airlines in four key areas: on time
performance, denied boarding, baggage handling and customer complaints.
more...
Category: Business Hotels
Located on the dunes of the North Sea, historic Huis Ter Duin is a luxury destination for business meetings or a relaxing European seaside vacation, near Schiphol Airport more...
Category: Business Hotels
With views of Biscayne Bay and the city skyline, the InterContinental Hotel in Miami, Florida, is the perfect location for business meetings or a relaxing getaway. more...
Working Out on the Road: How to Exercise and Stay Fit while Traveling by Air for Business
Category: Business Air Travel
Airline travel can be exhausting; however, by working out at the airport or exercising in flight, business travelers will be refreshed and energized upon arrival. more...
How to Start a New Garden Plot: Preparing a Growing Area from Scratch in Your Yard
Category: Landscaping (general)
Whether you're a first time gardener or seasoned green thumb, the time will come for a new gardening plot in your yard. Here's how to start a garden from scratch. more...
All About Teething in Babies: What You Need to Know When Your Infant Starts Cutting Teeth
Category: Infant & Toddler Health
Do you think your baby is teething? Here are the facts on cutting teeth, including signs and symptoms and ways to relieve the discomfort associated with tooth eruptions. more...
Returning to Work after Maternity Leave: Making the Transition Back to a Job after Baby is Born
Category: Maternity Leave
Returning to work after giving birth is not easy. However, by planning ahead, setting up day care and cooking meals ahead, you can make going back to work easier. more...
How to Organize Baby Photos: Tips for Keeping Digital and Print Baby Pictures Organized
Category: Infants & Toddlers (general)
A new baby means taking lots of pictures. Keep them straight with these tips and you'll have a lifetime of memories at your fingertips. more...
Spring Gardening Checklist: Gardening Tasks to Complete after the Winter Freeze Ends
Category: Landscaping (general)
Once the snow has melted and the leaves begin to bud, it's time to plant your garden. Here's what you need to know to get your garden growing. more...
Guide to Infant and Baby Colic: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment of Colic in Infants and Babies
Category: Infant & Toddler Health
All infants cry. However, excessive and inconsolablecrying - more than three hours a day, three days a week for more than three weeks - can mean that your baby is colicky more...
Category: Infant & Toddler Health
When a toddler begins eating finger foods or table foods, it's important to know what's healthy and safe. Here are some tips to make the transition easier. more...
How to Plant a Moon Garden: Plants and Shrubs that Make a Statement After Dark
Category: Garden Styles
Night owls and day birds alike will enjoy a night blooming garden, rich with bright white flowers and fragrant flowers that glow in the moonlight. more...
The Lucky One by Nicholas Sparks: Nights in Rodanthe Author Writes New Love Story
Category: Romance Fiction (general)
Ex-Marine Logan searches for the woman whom he thinks saved his life. Trouble is, he only has a photograph and first initial. more...
Guide to Buying Bed Sheets: How to Purchase Bed Linens for Bedroom or Guest Room
Category: Bedroom Decor
Bed sheets are an investment you want to last for many years -- whether designer linens, silk sheets or everyday bed sheets. more...
Category: Teen Fiction (general)
Ana adjusts to Half Moon Bay, California, after moving from San Jose. But the high school proves dramatic when the most popular girl becomes her worst enemy. more...
Oprah's Book Club Selection Announced: The Story of Edgar Sawtelle by David Wroblewski Chosen
Category: American Fiction (general)
Oprah Winfrey has chosen as her latest Book Club pick The Story of Edgar Sawtelle by David Wroblewski. The novel is about a fourteen year old mute boy in rural Wisconsin. more...
Fall Gardening To-Do List: Garden Tasks to Complete in Autumn Before the Cold of Winter
Category: Landscaping (general)
As the leaves change and weather turns cooler, tasks such as weeding, mulching, and planning for spring need to be done. more...
Category: Healthy Cooking (general)
Sprouts are an easy, fresh, healthy and nutritious 'fast food', not to mention more economical to grow at home. more...
Vampyres of Hollywood – A Novel: Vampire Fiction Centers Around Los Angeles Murders
Category: Mystery/Crime Fiction (general)
A serial killer is targeting the Hollywood, California, A-list celebrities in this clever mystery and suspense novel by Adrienne Barbeau and Michael Scott. more...
Live Alone and Like It - Marjorie Hillis: New Yorker's Timeless Guide for Single Women on Their Own
Category: Humorous Writing/Books
Odds are, at some point, most women will live alone. Whether divorced, never married or widowed, his book explains how to not only live by yourself, but to enjoy it. more...
Category: Chick Lit
One house. Forty strangers. Add vodka (or any other alcohol), stir, and see what happens. What happens in the Hamptons, stays in the Hamptons. more...
Category: Romance Fiction (general)
Nantucket resident and glass blower Claire Danner Crispin cheats on her husband with charity executive director Lock Dixon when she agrees to co-chair a committee. more...
Bee Friendly Gardening: Garden to Help Beneficial Honey Bees
Category: Landscaping (general)
As the honey bee population declines, there are simple steps you can take to help the bees, including buying local honey, growing flowers and more. more...
Shopping for a Wedding Gown: Make Finding a Bridal Dress Easy and Fun
Category: Wedding Fashion
Shopping for your wedding gown can be a momentous occasion. Here are tips on shopping and what to bring with you to make the experience easier and fun. more...
Mrs. Perfect – Jane Porter: Odd Mom Out Author Returns with Engaging Mom Lit Book
Category: Chick Lit
Taylor Young is the perfect Alpha mom until circumstances cause her to have to give up her lush and polished lifestyle. more...
Composting Basics: Use Kitchen, Yard Waste to Make Nutrient-Rich Fertilizer
Category: Organic Gardens (general)
Composting is a quick and easy way to make use of yard waste, such as leaves and twigs, grass clippings, and kitchen waste. more...
Odd Mom Out – Jane Porter: Flirting with Forty Author's Novel About a Mom Who Doesn’t Fit In
Category: Chick Lit
Marta Zinsser is an ad executive, single mom and a misfit when it comes to other moms in her wealthy Seattle suburb, and it doesn't bother her one bit. more...
Belong to Me -Marisa de los Santos: Heartfelt Story of Everyday Life – Love, Lies, and Laughter.
Category: American Fiction (general)
Love Walked In best selling author Marisa de los Santos's novel is a heartbreaking and honest story about finding where you belong. more...
Mother's Day Activities to Share: Simple and Fun Things for Moms and Tween Daughters to Do Together
Category: Parenting Tweens (general)
Strengthen your mother daughter relationship with these easy and fun activities for Mother's Day or any other day of the year. more...
Turning Tables: A Novel: Heather & Rose MacDowell's Inside Dish on Waiting Tables in New York
Category: American Fiction (general)
Downsized from her marketing job, Erin Edwards waits tables in a new Manhattan dining hot spot and learns there's more to waitressing than serving food to customers more...
Spring Home Cleaning Tips: Things to Do to Get Your House Ready for Warmer Weather
Category: Seasonal Home Maintenance
Spring cleaning doesn't have to be a chore. Here are some easy tips for cleaning your home. more...
Carpool Diem – Nancy Star: Novel Explores the Life of a Career Woman Turned Soccer Mom
Category: Chick Lit
Annie has just been fired. When she finds herself home all day with her pre-teen daughter and frequently traveling husband, she realizes she has a lot to learn. more...
Category: American Fiction (general)
Deborah Monroe must decide in an instant how far she will go to protect her teenage daughter after a car accident. more...
Firefly Lane – Kristin Hannah: On Mystic Lake Author’s Novel Examines Friendships
Category: American Fiction (general)
Tully and Kate meet as girls in 1974 and their unlikely friendship spans 30 years. Tully becomes a driven career woman; Kate an at home mom. more...
Kabul Beauty School: An American Woman Goes Behind the Veil in Afghanistan
Category: Biographies/Memoirs (general)
Deborah Rodriguez, a hairdresser from the Midwest, traveled to the Middle East with a humanitarian group to aid the people of the war-torn region. more...
Life on the Refrigerator Door: Alice Kuipers Debut Novel About a Mother and Daughter Relationship
Category: Chick Lit
Notes left on the refrigerator door take on new meaning for a mother and daughter when their world is suddenly changed by an event that neither of them anticipated. more...
Snow Flower and the Secret Fan: Lisa See's Novel Examines Women's Relationship in 19th Century China
Category: World Literatures (general)
With the exquisite detail and emotional resonance of Memoirs of a Geisha, Snow Flower explores a friendship between to laotong, or "old sames". more...
Skylight Confessions-Alice Hoffman: Practical Magic Author Explores Tragedy, Fate, Marriage
Category: Chick Lit
When Arlyn's dad dies, the teen believes the man she is destined to be with will soon arrive. Skylight Confessions explores the relationship of two polar opposites. more...
Category: Chick Lit
A trip to Ireland sets the scene for a mother and son to each reveal a secret, changing both of their lives in the process. more...
Category: Wedding Planning (general)
Planning a wedding can be stressful; a little advanced planning can ensure a romantic honeymoon vacation. more...
Category: Infant & Toddler Health
Get the most out of your infant child's first pediatrician appointment with these simple tips. more...
Still Summer - Jacquelyn Mitchard: Deep End of the Ocean Author Returns with Story from the Sea
Category: Chick Lit
Oprah Book Club author's novel features four women who must overcome both themselves and each other to survive when a luxury vacation cruise goes awry more...
Little Pink Slips - Sally Koslow: Former McCall's Editor Pens Novel on Magazine Life
Category: Chick Lit
Sally Koslow's novel is a fictional account of Rosie O'Donnell's editorial takeover of McCall's magazine and the resulting Rosie magazine. more...
The Choice by Nicholas Sparks: The Notebook, A Walk to Remember Author Returns with New Novel
Category: Chick Lit
How far would you go to keep love alive? Best selling author Nicholas Sparks explores this question in the novel The Choice. more...
Garden Spells -Sarah Addison Allen: A Magical Novel Set in a Small North Carolina Town
Category: Chick Lit
Author Sarah Addison Allen casts a spell over readers with Garden Spells, a contemporary romance and fiction novel. more...
Category: Pennsylvania Travel
Southwestern Pennsylvania is home to a dozen wineries. Visit the Pittsburgh area countryside and sip a glass of wine. more...
Quick Homemade Basil Pesto Sauce Recipe: Basil Brightens Fresh Italian Pesto Made at Home
Category: Summer Recipes
Skip the store bought pesto and make your own with fresh garlic and basil. Enjoy a chicken pesto pasta with crusty French bread for lunch or dinner. more...
Category: Herbs & Spices (general)
Fresh herbs add zest and flavor to everyday cooking. These five common Italian herbs will add color to your summer garden and zest to your cooking. more...
Easy, Fresh Summer Fruit Tarts: Combine Berries and Peaches or Nectarines for an Easy Tart
Category: Summer Recipes
Nothing says summer like fresh fruit. This simple and easy tart can be prepared quickly with almost any combination of fresh fruits, including berries and stone fruits more...
Swimming Upstream Slowly: Melissa Clark's Novel Explores Lazy Sperm, Delayed Pregnancy
Category: Chick Lit
Sasha Salter is shocked to discover her pregnancy is due to a "lazy sperm." more...
Lottery - Patricia Wood: Perry Crandall Wins Lottery, Learns Life Lessons in New Novel
Category: American Fiction (general)
Perry Crandall is slow, not retarded. When he suddenly finds himself $12 million richer, he has to learn who he can and cannot trust. more...
Queen of Babble - Meg Cabot: Princess Diaries Author's Series on Lizzie Nichols
Category: Chick Lit
Lizzie Nichols has never been to Europe, but she discovers more than just beautiful scenery in London and France. more...
Lulu Meets God and Doubts Him: Danielle Ganek's Fictional Look Inside New York's Chelsea Art Scene
Category: Chick Lit
The sudden death of a formerly unknown artist sends the Chelsea art world into a tailspin. Protagonist Mia McMurray watches as everyone suddenly clamors for his artwork. more...
How to Increase Your Milk Supply: Easy Tips for Boosting Breast Milk Output
Category: Breastfeeding
Pumping or nursing more frequently, drinking water, herbal remedies, eating more calories, and eating oatmeal can increase your breast milk supply. more...
The Tenth Circle - Jodi Picoult: Vanishing Act and My Sister's Keeper Author's New Graphic Novel
Category: Chick Lit
Jodi Picoult's 13th novel combines traditional fiction with graphics for an interesting read about character Trixie Stone's complicated teen life. more...
Easy Baby Memory Keeping Ideas: Preserve Memories of Your Baby With Photos, Hand Prints, a Journal
Category: Infants & Toddlers (general)
Keep lasting memories of baby's first year with a video diary, blog or website, keepsake box, and other ideas. more...
