Dating For Dummies, 3rd Edition

Are you looking for a fun Saturday night date or a happily-ever-after mate? Dating For Dummies demystifies the whole dating process, from getting a date, plotting the place, and having a great time (or dealing with duds) to moving beyond a first date toward a budding relationship. Plus, you'll find all you need to navigate social media sites to socialize, flirt, and date in the 21st century.

• Look in the mirror — understand the importance of getting to know (and love) yourself in order to become a better partner, and find out if you're ready to date

• Search for Mr. or Ms. Right — figure out what you want in a partner and discover the many places you can find him/her

• Get in the game — get the confidence to ask for a date, deal with the potentially sticky situation of exchanging phone numbers, and gracefully bow out of a date if you're not feeling the love

• It's date day — get pointers on everything from what to wear to the topics you should (and shouldn't) talk about on a first date

• On the rebound! — understand the importance of healing before jumping back into the dating scene, whether you're divorced, widowed, or just getting out of a relationship

Open the book and find:

• Realistic dating advice for people in all types of situations and life-stages

• Great date ideas (and activities to avoid)

• What works (and what doesn't) when asking for a date

• How to flirt, how to listen, and how to gauge how things are going

• What to look for in the place you pick for a date

• How to navigate through potentially awkward moments

Learn to:

• Safely navigate social networking and online dating sites

• Avoid common dating missteps

• Get back into the dating scene after divorce

• Deal with differences in age