The Long-Distance Relationship Guide: Advice for the Geographically Challenged

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A Survival Guide for the Geographically Challenged The phone company might think long distance is the next best thing to being there, but The Long-Distance Relationship Guide knows better- long-distance relationships require hard work, commitment, a sturdy travel bag, a good calling plan, a healthy sense of humor, supportive friends-and lots of ice cream. Here's everything you need to make sure your relationship can go the distance. Learn how to- . Spot the serial long-distance dater . Prepare for "The Visit" . Discover the joys of phone sex . Write a juicy love letter . Negotiate turn-taking visits Full of helpful quizzes, checklists, and advice from relationship experts and long-distance veterans, The Long-Distance Relationship Guide will help you make the most of your long-distance romance.

Caroline Tiger is a freelance writer whose articles have appeared in Self, Men's Health, Marie Claire, and Philadelphia Magazine. She is the author of How to Behave (Quirk) and How to Behave- Dating and Sex (Quirk) and lives in Philadelphia, where she survived an LDR that spanned two coasts. Visit her online at www.carolinetiger.com.

"Based on scientific studies as well as firsthand stories, this little guide is what you need to help master the challenges of long-distance relationships." -McClatchy-Tribune News Service "It doesn't mean your relationship can't last just because you and your sweetie are going to different schools this year. Author Tiger uses quizzes, checklists and her own first-hand knowledge of the situation to teach how to endure the separation and make it work." -Metro