How to Lose Friends and Alienate People

It was only recently that I discovered the benefits (and costs) of creating an Amazon.com account. Immediately after getting one I was typing like a madwoman trying to find my very first online purchase! * Well, I've been trying to get a copy of this book for years- not because of its critical merits, nor due to the mixed buzz it got - but simply because I liked the book's title (and the things it implied)! Strangely, I couldn't find one here in Manila. I found the perfect candidate!In no time I was $30 poorer. The book was on my doorstep two weeks after.

Anyway here are my thoughts:
- Toby Young is a complete m_ron. I completely agree with some points that he raised, so I wont be surprised if occasionally I appear like a m_ron as well!Haha

- He had an interesting take and references to democracy and meritocracy, but he dwelled too much on these two the book was borderline boring! And I thought this was light reading!

- Fortunately there were a number Gossip Girl- worthy accounts to keep me awake(so who's the hyper hyphenated Alex da Silva? clue: former drummer/world class junkie/turned Hollywood screenwriter/dated a supermodel who used to date de Niro!whew). Plus Candace Bushnell (yes of the Sex and the City fame)is a recurring character in the book.**

- I have developed fondness of the English sense of humor- Nick Hornby.Thank.You.Very.Much. So I appreciate Toby's self-deprecating ways.

- He sure had a mouthful to say about New York, America, and the Great American Dream. I'm surprised this book did not start World War 3 (I kid)

- His Conde Nastie stories will definitely remind you of your own corporate horror stories (office sharks, mermaids, and all, I'm sure you've met at least one of them!)

- Overall, although it sounded like I hated it, I think this book remains as an interesting read.

*Yes I am a complete online shopping novice. To this day I'm still surprised it actually worked (haha)!
** This is a perfect validation of my unhealthy celebrity and gossip obsession.
$30 - includes the $20 shipping cost

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Twilight Series: Breaking Dawn Countdown

Yes, the fourth and final book is coming out on August 2! I've been hooked since M posted it as a MUST-READ! And we can't hardly wait till the movie comes out on December. I can just imagine myself crying my heart out for Edward. Haha!

But I think the book will come out on August 4 here in the Philippines. 2 days delayed...but I bet it's worth the wait. And for all you Bella-Edward fanatics (Sorry Jacob lovers...die hard Bellard here!), Fully Booked has a great great deal. If you reserve a copy before July 31, you get 20% off. Good thing is you get a discount and you'll surely get a copy!

I'm so excited! :D :D :D

I've got ebooks of Twilight, New Moon and Eclipse. Drop us a comment if you want a copy. :)

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Must-Read: Chasing Harry Winston

We have to break the silence here.

Sorry, work's hell.

I've been wanting to read this for a month now. Two weekends ago, I finally got the chance to curl up on my bed and indulge in some socially-relevant literature (Financial Times,Wall Street, chick lit...). Haha

From the writer of The Devil Wears Prada and Everyone Worth Knowing, this book doesn't disappoint -especially for the ladies around my age (M here), when the invisible race to the altar (or the climb up the corporate ladder) is ironically hard to miss. Hahaha

Click here for a synopsis.

Anyway, I don't think you need any convincing.

Afterall, a tired, tired working girl can't read too many chick lits!

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Must-Read: Sex, Lies and Handwriting

are you sure that the people around you don't have the tendency to lie to you? Or even kill you? Scary isn't it? Just the thought of someone i know killing me gives me the creeps!

will they stab me? shoot me? strangle me? or even hit me on road (eeek..ROAD KILL!)?

what you is what you get....is SO NOT TRUE! you can actually discover if a man is hiding in the closet just by looking at his handwriting! GAY-DAR enhancement! this book will teach you how!
wuhooo!
 
this book is definitely a must-read! awaken the profiler in you and make the best choices for friends and lovers. our fates are already drawn but it wouldn't hurt to know the inner workings of the human mind right?


Some more interesting facts [got this from the author's (Michelle Dresbold)] site.

...Did you know…

- That the way you write a single letter, the personal pronoun “I,” reveals volumes about your family background, inner self, and can give you insight into your relationship with your parents?
- That there are dangerous secrets embedded in Osama bin Laden’s signature?
- That you can identify someone with an explosive temper by the way he dots his i’s?
- That size does matter (the size of your handwriting, that is) The size — as well as the shape, slant, and slope — of your handwriting tells a great deal about you.
- That “too perfect” handwriting may indicate that a writer is at risk for an emotional breakdown?

So..the next time you meet a stranger, let them write something on a piece of paper and evaluate first before you mingle. haha. looks weird..but safety first haha! :P

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Must-Read: Twilight

"When life offers you a dream so far beyond any of your expectations, it's not reasonable to grieve when it comes to an end"

I've been meaning to read Twilight for a while now. I was just finding the perfect excuse to buy the book( and I found one, Powerbooks is currently on SALE). I must admit that I'm half embarrased to admit that I read lot of young adult fiction. But then again, 3 years ago I had this guilty pleasure called Gossip Girl. I own a plastic-covered copy that I hardly shared with anyone. Now, thanks to the wonderful machine called mass media, GG has gained a serious following from all ages! I'm finally out of the closet.



I should tell you that I'm no lit expert. I read the classics, a lot of non-fiction, history, finance, even the almanac. But mostly I enjoy light reading(translate: chick lit). If
1. I finish reading something in one sitting
2. I remember quotes from it involuntary

Then that makes a good book for me. Twilight is gooood for me.

I started reading it at around 1 am. Forced myself to sleep at 4am. Woke up at 11:30. By 4pm I'm done reading it. Now I'm writing a post about it. It's a New York Times Best-seller, but it's not exactly critically-acclaimed. Yes it's predictable- but most forbidden love stories are, right? To appreciate the book, I say that you forget the hype, curl up on your bed, bear in mind that the book is a young adult fiction( a love story at that) and just read.

And if you're anything like me e.g. part hopeless romantic, part delusional(hahaha). Go get this book, quick! (while it's still discounted! it's worth less than Php300).
Twilight is a perfect Saturday evening to Sunday morning reading.


But if you don't really like love stories, don't read it.
It's not that cheesy by the way.

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