Sunday, June 27, 2010

The Bachelorette Needs to Join the Single 101 nation!

Uh oh, Jake and Vienna are not an item anymore and all of you Bachelorette followers are probably wondering what that means for Ali’s guys. Frank, Chris L., and Roberto seem to be the ones who will be the final contenders. Justin gets deep-sixed this week after Ali discovers he already has a girlfriend and they could all go home if Ali is still in love with Jake.

For those of you who have not been fans of ABC’s The Bachelor and The Bachelorette, the current bachelorette looking for the man of her dreams was a former finalist in the last Bachelor episode, where Jake ditched Ali and chose Vienna.

Since Ali has coyly mentioned that she would rather remain solo until she finds her Mr. Right, I think she should read my book, “Single 101: 101 Reasons to Celebrate Being Single”, even if it validates that she needs to patiently wait a while longer, instead of finding a husband and companion for life on a television dating reality show.

We’re celebrating the release of "Single 101" this month! Check out the links below to Amazon, The Kindle Store and the book trailer on YouTube.com. For a current schedule of author appearances, book signing events and my One-Woman Show, click o the touring schedule page at:
http://www.songsforcharliemusic.com/

I wish Ali all the best!
Celeste

Available on Amazon.com:
http://www.amazon.com/Single-101-Reasons-Celebrate-Being/dp/1451510519
and other digital online retailers. You can find it in the Kindle Store, just follow this link:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003S3S06M

Book Trailer Link:
http://www.YouTube.com/watch?v=_B1Xsvulnj8

Wednesday, June 16, 2010

Single 101 Press Release

June 16, 2010

For Immediate Release
Flying Solo Publishing
740.364.1223

"Single 101: 101 Reasons to Celebrate Being Single" Celebrates Book Launch

Columbus, Ohio- Flying Solo Publishing is proud to announce the release of “Single 101: 101 Reasons to Celebrate Being Single” by author and Grammy nominated singer-songwriter Celeste Friedman. The book will launch on June 30, 2010 and will be available on Amazon.com and other digital online retailers. You can find it in the Kindle Store as of today, June 16, 2010, just follow this link: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003S3S06M

In “Single 101”, Celeste opens a Pandora’s Box of what lives in the hearts of single men and women. Revealing funny truths, common principles and basic needs, she salutes those who enjoy their independence and fearlessly tread outside of the mainstream. Friedman gives allegiance and support to singles who are content living alone, unveiling the truth that not all single people are lonely, abandoned and desperate to find a mate.


“I’ll be the first to admit that it’s complicated to live with me”, says Friedman. “My passion for writing and composing consumes my days and nights; I don’t function in a messy environment; and I prefer the bed all to myself”.


Celeste claims that after two marriages and a few boyfriends who temporarily played the role of Mr. Right, she has been far more successful living alone. Since opting to fly solo, she has been nominated for a Grammy Award and two European Indie Artist of the Year Awards; scored for a Pulitzer Prize-nominated play; received several honors and citations in music and education; nominated for two Pat Weaver Awards for contributions in television; and her work has been featured in the Ottawa International Animation Film festival, as well as Festival de Cannes in 2008.


Empowerment . . . Freedom to Pursue Your Passion . . . No In-Laws . . . Spontaneity


“You’ll laugh, cry, smile and find “Single 101” to be very poignant, matter-of-fact and real. It’s an opportunity to look within, discovering an empowering tranquility”.
                                                                                . . . Author P. Emily McLaughlin


The writing of the book has also launched a musical ‘One-Woman Show’, sharing the celebration live on stage. Check out her blog at: www.Single-101.blogspot.com, filled with thoughts and musings on the single lifestyle. An official book launch, signing and performance will be announced soon.


In addition to the book,“Single 101” the music CD, which includes all the songs from her ‘One-Woman Show”, will soon be available on CDBaby and iTunes. For more information or to schedule an interview, please contact Flying Solo Publishing at 740.364.1223 or email: FlyingSoloPublishing@yahoo.com.


View Book Trailer here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_B1Xsvulnj8

Sunday, June 13, 2010

Reason #8: No More Maid Service

Every time I have found myself between relationships or when I was just divorced and on my own, the greatest feeling of relief has always been the fact that there is no more cleaning up after a man or roommate. I’m a fussy housekeeper and I would just like for the floor to stay clean for at least 30 minutes after I’ve scrubbed and waxed. Thirty minutes isn’t much to ask for, but if you’re living with a messy, inconsiderate person, they win, you lose.

I should have done a better job at paying attention to the signals early on in most of these relationships. My second husband’s apartment was abominable. Every item of clothing he had worn for two weeks was all over his bedroom floor. He didn’t care and said they got picked up when it was time to go to the Laundromat. Each morning, he would have a bowl of cereal and when he was finished, he would sit the bowl down anywhere in the apartment. There were plastic cereal bowls with spoons stuck in them everywhere.

You ask, “and you married this guy?” Well, yeah. Just another one of those relationships where you love someone so much, you convince yourself that they will change. Never in a million years!

Check out this reason and 100 more in my new book, “Single 101: 101 Reasons to Celebrate Being Single”, available on Amazon at the end of June, 2010!