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What the international phenomenon of The Rules did for conventional dating, The Rules for Online Dating does for the search for love on the Internet. You'll never hit the "reply" button the same way again.

Millions of women around the world are meeting men on the Internet, or they've met in person and are corresponding by e-mail. But though e-mail and Net-based dating services have revolutionized the dating landscape, they've created their own pitfalls and challenges. Women need new strategies that will improve their chances of capturing Mr. Right.

Boasting the same time-tested formula and romantic spirit that made The Rules an international bestseller and launched thousands of women down the path to committed relationships, The Rules for Online Dating shows all women -- regardless of age, status, or computer savvy -- how to use electronic communication to relate to men in a way that maintains self-esteem and leads to a healthy relationship.

Here is a comprehensive list of dos and don'ts that will help every woman conduct an e-courtship safely and successfully; find and keep the interest of suitable mates; and save time, energy, and potential heartache by weeding out dead wood. The Rules for Online Dating takes women through the process -- step by step, Rule by Rule -- to the ultimate goal: a relationship based on mutual attraction, interest, and respect.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Gallery Books; First Edition (July 1, 2002)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 255 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0743451473
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0743451475
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.31 x 0.64 x 8.25 inches
Reviewer: Elizabeth Mann
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: The Rules From An Unusual Perspective: These Rules Actually Work!
Review: This was a fun and interesting read for me. It's true: this book is a little out-dated. However, a majority of the advice is still very applicable. It should be important to note that these two ladies have written several more book and one was recently written in 2013.On the content of the book itself: I agree with everything in this book. First, let me explain why. My mother read this book over seven years ago and in doing so met and married my wonderful step-father. She claimed that these "rules" really worked. She begged me to read it. I did, but I found myself reading this book from a very different perspective.To be blunt: I am a out of the closet lesbian. So you might ask, why did I read this? Honestly, I read this to see how ladies should behave online. I read it from the standpoint of how to spot a lady who both respects and loves herself. I have had a constant problem with finding quality ladies online. I know ya'll are out there though and I was hoping this book could help me find and connect with one of you. And believe me, this book has enlightened me. To give some personal information: I am lipstick lesbian, but also very, very butch. This means that I am every inch a very prissy and refined lady in looks, but I insist on the traditional role of a man in an actual dating scene, relationship, or a marriage, I am the pursuer. I approach ladies and work to gain their attention: I do not date ladies who approach me. This is not typical of every lesbian, but it is the way I am. So truthfully, I read this book from the perspective of almost a man chasing ladies, rather than a woman who wants to be chased.Trust me ladies: these rules do work! This is not about playing games with others or manipulating your way into a relationship. Ladies, this is about making sure you are treated with the respect and dignity you deserve. If a man (or a gay woman like me) wants you: we will put in the foot work to get you. End of story. I have read this book and I am currently reading the other books written by these two ladies. Every point they have made is valid. I would fawn over a lady who carried on this way as I pursued her. I, just like a man, love a good chase. There is nothing sexier than a beautiful, intelligent woman who plays hard to get and has standards.Besides getting the man (or woman) of your dreams: this book tells ladies how to set firm boundaries that insure that they are treated like an actual lady. No respectable man (or gay woman) should ever wait last minute to ask a lady out on a date or ask very personal questions right away. I would never waste a lady's time by endlessly chatting with her and never asking her out. I actually respect my fellow women and I hold high standards on how they should be treated. Not everyone behaves like me though: especially men..These rules help you to weed out the worthless, thoughtless, disrespectful, and sometimes even dangerous suitors that come your way. Too many ladies waste their time on losers of all sexes who do not love them and do not view them as special. As a woman, I understand the need that women have to be adored and loved. However, opening up too soon to someone is not really that healthy.Even I would start to question a relationship if a lady I was seeing came off as too desperate or too clingy. I honestly would start to question her mental health if she broke all of these rules left and right. So, all in all ladies: these rules do work and I think they ensure that you will be treated the way you deserve and want to be treated. I think this is a wonderful book with guidelines on how to both show yourself some much needed respect and find someone who will love you for the wonderful woman that you are. I wish more ladies would take these rules to heart. No lady deserves to be left heart-broken and alone.

Reviewer: E. James
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: The Best Review about The Rules
Review: Have you noticed that most of the negative comments about this book are written by men? Well, there's a reason for that. Men don't want to feel "manipulated" or part of some strategic plot. Understandable. However, guess what? This book isn't written for them! It's written for women, only. No matter how hard men try, they will never know what it's like to be a WOMAN and not asked out, or to have men constantly ask you out, but then they all lose interest. It's too painful, so let's give ourselves an honest break.These Rules aren't to deceive anyone, contrary to what some people may say. They're actually to transform and empower a woman. I'll admit, if a normally talkative/boisterous woman acts quiet just to get her man, then she's not being honest and that's wrong. The authors, Ellen and Sherrie, do not support that kind of behavior. They actually want women to work on their dating skills, like someone working on their cooking or writing skills.How would a man feel if a woman frequently called him at 2am in the morning with her emotional issues? She talked too much and wouldn't get off the phone when a man has to work the next day? She quits all her extracurricular activities/hobbies just so she can pursue a man? Shows up at a man's doorstep one weekend without calling first and expects him to entertain her (even though he may have already had plans)? She nags or tells a man what to do, like his mother would?Women don't really do that, right? Wrong! Heck, I'm embarrassed to admit this, but I used to do some of those things myself, and I know PLENTY of other women that still do. That's the point! Even if some of the methods in the book seem a bit extreme, it's helping women (especially ones with low-self esteem or can't seem to get/keep a man) learn important skills of respect (a man's time) and about having a life of their own, which is very attactive.My story: People were saying, "You're so smart, attractive, and talented...how come you're not married?" I definitely had men pursuing me, but then they seemed to ALWAYS lose interest. I used to think I was cursed or God hated me. Then a friend suggested The Rules book and it turned my love life around. Suddenly I learned how to keep a man by not being so obnoxious and pursuing him too heavily, and giving him the space a respect a man deserves. And it wasn't deception either. I worked hard to make these skills truly part of my life and not some false front to deceive anyone.And guess what? I married an amazing man! He's tall, handsome, very intelligent (PhD), has a great job, superb personality and wit, and very much a gentleman. After his divorce, he seriously had women throwing themselves at him and pursing HIM! He would initially like these women, but they seemed so clingy and needy after awhile that if turned him off. Then when he met me, I was pursing an intense career, dating lots of other amazing men, and didn't have time to spend hours on the phone/computer bearing my soul to some stranger. He thought my confidence (which was sincere) was amazing and pursued me vigorously. Needless to say, he won my heart and the rest is history.So, some may scoff, but honestly women, read the book and take it with a grain of salt. If something doesn't apply to you or feel right, test it out. If it doesn't work, don't do. Use your head and common sense. But there are lots of GREAT suggestions. And remember, this book IS NOT FOR MEN! Good luck, ladies, and I hope you marry the man of your dreams like I (finally) did!

Reviewer: LittleBuzzBee
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: I was reluctant to try this, but everything I did before was a disaster!! The message I've got from the book is to never show a man that you're interested in him.I've found it particularly frustrating to be the chaser. Hanging around for him to hurry up and ask you out. These men will lead you on and on and on forever, never showing up or meeting you.I took the advice, waiting a whole 24hrs before responding to each message. To my surprise within that 24hr period, a few men became sarcastic and rude and even left the dating website! Could've been terrible to end up with them.I understand that too many women spend hours, days, and months chatting online, writing lengthy emails all in the hope he'll ask them in a date! I can never go back to that now...I also understand that men have come to expect probably 90% of women to be chatting to them online for hours, chasing them around, so when women do, they feel bored and unchallenged.I've found doing these rules to be humbling experience which allows me to relax and take my time. It's forced me to admit that my pursuing men was a bad idea. I've realized that it's got to be his own idea to come to me. He doesn't require nudges or hints. It's not up to me to decide for him which woman he ought to be with!With this book I've learned that it's all about me, not about men or fiercely competing with other women. It's rewarding to feel that self discipline. After a week of online dating, it's gotten so much easier to resist the temptation to message men sooner.

Reviewer: Nancy
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I was single after many years and realized that dating online was probably the best way to meet someone. I appreciated all the safety tips and rules for dating. I met a number of dates, that were nice (or not) but didn't blossom into anything further. The book also goes into the types of personalities to watch for and the red flags. It was very helpful to me. Dating is like parenting. You don't automatically do a great job and can really benefit from reading and learning the best ways to do it.I then met a great man and we just meshed. We married within the year and are really happy.I have recommended this book to several friends (especially) for the safety tips. It worked for me!

Reviewer: Teresa
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Good advice; well written.

Reviewer: Iris Henderson
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: BOOK "THE RULES FOR ONLINE DATING"Hi FolksI totally enjoyed reading this book and I would also like to review other books just like it maybe from the same author. I got some great advice from this book and will be applying their strategy.So thanks folks for finding me a great book to read which I enjoyed immensely.RegardsIRIS HENDERSON

Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I enjoyed reading the rules, I never thought about some of the things that were suggested