Margot Starbuck - The Grown Womans Guide to Online Dating: Lessons Learned While Swiping Right, Snapping Selfies, and Analyzing Emojis

PRAISE FOR THE GROWN WOMANS GUIDE TO ONLINE DATING

Because I know so many people, Ive never seriously considered online dating. But after checking out Margots book, it might just be in the cards! Not only does she take the guesswork out of it all, but her wit and transparency make the concept so much more inviting. Ladies, I have no doubt you will find it very insightful!

Rashad Jennings, former NFL running back and Dancing with the Stars season 24 champion

In this social media-saturated world, pursuing a relational connection through a screen can seem silly, superficial, and, to some, unspiritual. In this guide to online dating, Margot puts to rest the taboos that have deterred many women from taking a chance at love. Whether you are new to online dating or have lost hope after years of underwhelming results, Margot navigates this voyage with you and helps you avoid the characteristic setbacks and pitfalls of virtual connection. This guide will give you concrete steps for dating well from the beginning to the end, all while reminding you just how loved you already are.

Chrystal Evans Hurst, bestselling author and speaker

With humor, wisdom, and practical answers, Margot speaks not just theoretically, but realistically. There are a ton of dating books in the world, but she narrows the playing field and speaks to problems within dating for grown women. Her heart and voice shine through this book, and I cant wait to send it to my single friends!

Bianca Juarez Olthoff, pastor, speaker, and author of the bestselling How to Have Your Life Not Suck

Margot Starbuck is smart and empowering in her new book The Grown Womans Guide to Online Dating. In a dating landscape that often feels like an endless maze, Margot provides a map for her readers, complete with hard-earned wisdom, fresh insights, and personal anecdotes. She is the girlfriend sitting next to you, the counselor encouraging you, the friend commiserating with you, and, at times, an outlet for the Spirit to guide you. Fire up your phones, prepare your profiles, and realize how lucky you are to have Margot walking through this with you.

Joy Beth Smith, author of Party of One: Truth, Longing, and the Subtle Art of Singleness

The Grown Womans Guide to Online Dating is insightful, witty, inspiring, and so very engaging. Its for any woman who wants to successfully navigate the world of online dating by first discovering the unique value she offers to the world.

Nona Jones, author of Success from the Inside Out

The very day I received Margot Starbucks new book I tore into it eagerly, reading until midnight. Which is strange since Im not in the dating market. But I am in the good reading and wise and witty market, which is another way of saying Im in the Margot Starbuck market. Pass this book on to anyone whos dating or thinking of it. Theyll laugh, take notes, avoid tons of awkward dates, and gain buckets of godly savvy. I cant think of a better guide than Starbuck.

Leslie Leyland Fields, author of Your Story Matters: Finding, Writing, and Living the Truth of Your Life

As a woman who was divorced and then chose to try online dating, I wish I had had Margots witty, gentle, honest, soul-helpful advice to guide me on my journey. I would have saved myself some heartache and a lot of time, and would have started the process with the truth: that I am already Beloved as I am. Every dating woman should read this book.

Elisabeth Klein, author of Unraveling, Moving On as a Christian Single Mom, Dating After Divorce as a Christian Woman, and Second Time Around

Margot Starbuck offers the book equivalent of a long chat over hot cups of coffee, equal parts counsel and commiseration.

Ruth Buchanan, author of The Proper Care and Feeding of Singles: How Pastors, Marrieds, and Church Leaders Effectively Support Solo Members

This book is so much more than a how-to for online dating! Margot Starbuck serves as your BFF and the most awesome mentor you could ever hope to have. Brimming with rich relational and spiritual insights, The Grown Womans Guide to Online Dating teaches readers to live and love well. It is an indispensable resource for women as they navigate dating in the twenty-first century.

Dorothy Littell Greco, author of Making Marriage Beautiful and Marriage in the Middle

This is a book that meets a screaming need. Finally, finally, an insightful, realistic guide to the mysterious world of relationship possibilities that come from dating someone you met online. Margot Starbuck is a voice of wisdom you can trust as you take steps of faith and courage in a new relational venture. I am thrilled to recommend this book!

Paula Rinehart, author of Strong Women, Soft Hearts, And Yet Undaunted, and Sex and the Soul of a Woman

Margot Starbuck is straight-up hilarious but shes also honest, vulnerable, and deeply insightful. Having been through the world of online dating myself, I wish Id had a book like this to guide me because it offers practical help combined with sage wisdom. If you are considering getting into this new dating world, are already in it, or just want a great readbuy this book! You wont regret it.

Vaneetha Risner, author of Walking Through Fire

Lets face it, online dating is tough. Honest, practical, encouraging, and kind, Margot Starbuck is here to walk us through it. Her book will be a guide and a comfort to many women navigating the online dating landscape, pointing out the perils and pitfalls and urging us to stay the course.

Gina Dalfonzo, author of One by One: Welcoming the Singles in Your Church

The Grown Womans Guide to Online Dating has me just about ready to open my dating apps again to give my profile a refresh. Fun, relatable, and practical, Starbuck walks readers through the all-too-daunting process of putting themselves out there. This book is a must-read for anyone tiptoeing into the world of online datingespecially those who thought they were done with dating for good. Though focused on us single gals, this book is also helpful for the already partnered who want to understand the experiences of their single friends. When it comes to the dating court, Starbuck is the cheerleader we all need.

Kendall Vanderslice, author of We Will Feast: Rethinking Dinner, Worship, and the Community of God

The dating landscape looks nothing like it did twenty years ago, and for women who grew up hoping a boy would phone on the landline with the long curly telephone cord, this swipe right world can be bewildering. The Grown Womans Guide to Online Dating is anchored in grace and socially savvy in its coaching and cheerleading. Margot Starbuck is the book bestie youll want to introduce all your girl friends to. She shares everything from top tips for creating a profile to guides to broaching difficult conversations with her characteristic honesty, hilarity, and wisdom. It is possible to remain sane, secure in your identity as Gods beloved, and also try online dating: you can trust Margot as a friend and guide.

Bronwyn Lea, author Beyond Awkward Side Hugs: Living as Christian Brothers and Sisters in a Sex-Crazed World

There is so much to love about this book. Its hilarious, its practical, its hopeful, its wise. But here is what I love most: there are many grown women in our churches who are single and looking for companionship (not just the romantic kind!) and guidance, and Margot lovingly offers herself as both. Her words will no doubt help an oft-overlooked group to feel seen, understood, and dignified, and thats an example we would all do well to follow, no matter our relationship status. I cant wait to share this book with some of the women in my life!