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30 Things Every Woman Should Have and Should Know by the Time She's 30

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Hyperion, Apr 24, 2012 - Self-Help - 192 pages

Featuring advice, wisdom, and observations from an array of prominent and beloved women, 30 Things is an essential guide (and perfect gift) for women on the brink of thirty—and for those who are already there!
Fifteen years ago, Glamour published a list of distinctive yet universally true must-haves and must-knows for women on the cusp of and beyond the age of thirty titled, “30 Things Every Woman Should Have and Should Know by the Time She’s 30.” It became a phenomenon.
Originally penned by Glamour columnist Pamela Redmond Satran, The List found a second life when women began to forward it to one another online, millions of times. It became a viral sensation, misattributed to everyone from Maya Angelou to Hillary Clinton—but there’s only one original list, and it stands the test of time. Quirky and profound, The List defines the absolute must-haves (#11: “A set of screwdrivers, a cordless drill, and a black lace bra”) and must-knows (#1: “How to fall in love without losing yourself”) for grown-up female happiness.
Now, Glamour magazine has gathered together its editors and an incredible group of notable women to expand on each of the items on The List in wise, thoughtful, and intimate essays. Kathy Griffin meditates on knowing when to try harder and when to walk away. Lisa Ling explores the idea that your childhood may not have been perfect, but it’s over, and Lauren Conrad shares what she has learned about what she would and wouldn’t do for money or love. Other personal insights come from Maya Angelou, Rachel Zoe, Taylor Swift, Katie Couric, Portia de Rossi, Kelly Corrigan, ZZ Packer, Bobbi Brown, Padma Lakshmi, Angie Harmon, and many more.

Along with essays based on The List, writers share their feelings about what the milestone of turning thirty meant to them. 30 Things is the one book women of all ages will turn to for timely and timeless wisdom.

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Review: 30 Things Every Woman Should Have and Should Know by the Time She's 30

User Review  - Gail - Goodreads

great advice for women of all ages, either that or I am just a late bloomer. Read full review

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User Review  - Delia Mar - Goodreads

This book is great for gal Frens n sisters! Some things are not new but the way the writers relate their stories is a good reminder. I like most about Genevieve Field's "you can't change the past, but ... Read full review

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About the author (2012)

Pamela Redmond Satran received a degree in journalism from the University of Wisconsin. She eventually became the shoe and lingerie editor of Glamour magazine until she left in 1987. She is the author of five novels: The Man I Should Have Married, Babes in Captivity, Younger, Suburbanistas, and The Home for Wayward Supermodels. She is also the co-author of nine bestselling baby name guides with Linda Rosenkrantz, including Cool Names for Babies and The Baby Name Bible. She is the founder of the 800-member Montclair Editors and Writers (MEWS) group. Her title 30 Things Every Woman Should Have and Should Know by the Time She's 30 made The New York Times Best Seller List for 2012.

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