Quirkyalone: A Manifesto for Uncompromising Romantics
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ISBN: 0060750618 / Publisher: HarperOne, January 2006
A celebration of the lifestyles of discerning singles who enjoy being single and spending time alone, instead of dating indiscriminately, reflects on the benefits of solitude in a guide that brings together helpful advice, words of wisdom from other "quirkyalones," personal quizzes, and lists of books, songs, movies, and more. Reprint. 25,000 first printing.
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<p>quirkyalone (kwur.kee.uh.lohn) n. adj.</p><p> A person who enjoys being single (but is not opposed to being in a relationship) and generally prefers to be alone rather than date for the sake of being in a couple. With unique traits and an optimistic spirit; a sensibility that transcends relationship status. Also adj. Of, relating to, or embodying quirkyalones. See also: romantic, idealist, independent.</p><p> Are you a quirkyalone? Do you know someone who is?</p><p> Do you believe life can be prosperous and great with or without a mate? </p><p> Do you value your friendships as much as your romantic relationships? </p><p> Do gut instincts guide your most important decisions? </p><p> Are you often among the first on the dance floor? </p><p> Coupled or single, man or woman, social butterfly or shrinking violet, quirkyalones have walked among us, invisible until now. Through the coining of a new word, this tribe has been given a voice. </p><p> Meet the quirkyalones.</p><p> Read about:</p><p> The quirkyalone nation: where we live, what we do </p><p> Quirkytogethers (quirkyalones who have entered long–term relationships) </p><p> Sex and the single quirkyalone </p><p> Romantic obsession: the dark side of the quirkyalone's romantic personality </p><p> Quirkyalones throughout history (profiles in courage)</p>
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