This comprehensive guide is packed with practical advice for women who want the most positive results with online dating. It will teach you how to optimize your online presence with step-by-step, easy to use guidelines that cover the entire process, from choosing a dating site, to putting up a compelling profile that attracts the men you want, to the No-Fail Formula for arranging enjoyable first dates. You'll get realistic advice about personal security, money, safe sex, promoting your profile and knowing your must-haves and deal-breakers for your next relationship.

Every month millions of women are on dating websites hoping to manage this mysterious 21st Century method of finding love. Are you one of those who have been disappointed? You can change that starting now! Whether you're an online veteran or just thinking about trying, this book will give you the tools you need to create a positive experience.

Women over 40 are the fasting growing group online. The Hopeful Woman's 10 Step Guide can help women of any age but if you're over 40, you'll get unique and valuable insights about divorce, children, time management, planning a successful social life, weight and fitness, being sexually active and staying safe, and advice about paying for the first date.

- Learn how to write the most compelling profiles with opening sentences that grab attention and the best selection of your photos to include. Get dozens of sample emails you can use to feel comfortable promoting your profile.

- Find out how to decode a man's profile so you don't make uninformed choices and go down dead-end paths with inappropriate dates. Learn the best ways to respond to all the different ways men can contact you online.

- Go behind the scenes of the billion-dollar online dating business and chose the best dating site for you from an up-to-date list of the most popular, active sites.

- Discover the No-Fail Formula for creating enjoyable first dates and get tips on how to plan "meet and greet" activities to fit every budget. Never be disappointed again with the quality of the time you spend on a first date!

- Get essential resources you can use for social background checks and guidelines on how to research the men you want to meet.

"If you want to optimize your dating life, this book is a must-read." -- Shannon Edwards, Theater Producer

"If you read one guide to online dating, make it this one! It's packed with practical advice and how-to wisdom you can use right now to get started" -- Norma Armon, PdD, Communications Executive

"This book can help make a real difference in your quest for a better online dating experience. It's like having a savvy big sister who has put loads of great information into easy-to-digest segments just for you, and it comes along with a measure of warm support." -- Laura Kaufman, Journalist

"The most comprehensive and informative sourcebook about online dating....Expertly organized and chock-full of helpful tips and insights." -- Lianna Clemons, CEO, Beauty Products Company

"Christie Jordan's witty perspective helps women take the plunge into the modern era of online dating. She offers valuable and ingenuous tips, providing the best opportunities for success." -- Valerie Hotz, Nonprofit Executive Director

"With this book you'll learn why setting up a profile is like launching your personal brand. It teaches you how to create your most appealing online presence to attract the kind of visitors you want. Then, you get practical strategies and dozens of sample emails to move the connection forward to an enjoyable first meeting." -- Elaine Jackson, Author, Editor