Party of One

Starred Review from Publishers Weekly:
        "Smith, managing editor of Christianity Today, skillfully addresses singleness from the perspective of an evangelical woman.  She is open and conversational as she tackles sexuality, masturbation, and sexual exploration by posing thoughtful, intelligent questions: “What if you knew that, for whatever reason, God in his infinite glory and wisdom has seen fit for you to live a single life? How would that change your day to day?"
        She structures her ideas and resolutions around three topics: unfulfilled promises of the marital state, such as marriage being a fix-all for problems; sex and other stumbling blocks to intimacy; and pressures to find the perfect match while dating.  Smith blends serious discussion with comical asides and personal observations: “Attraction can develop over time, so it’s okay to date someone you’re not attracted to. Be content where you are, and then God will bring your spouse."
        Theologically sound and emotionally reassuring, Smith’s approachable book will be of great help to young Christian women who embrace their singleness."



Real Praise for PARTY OF ONE from Real Readers & Real Single Women

“This book is everything.”    
                     —Meghan, 24, missionary

“This book will have you turning the pages, laughing, and saying ‘Yes, queen!’ in agreement. It captures the essence of dating in today’s world. All the questions you’ve had and thought you were alone with are now on the table with us fabulous and single women.”                         —Lauryn, 28, nanny

“After reading Party of One, I couldn’t help but wonder if Joy Beth had been creeping on my text messages like some faceless government agent to pull material for her book. Her words resonated through my entire being. She speaks with a humor, grace, and frankness that is infectious”
                    —Maggie, 23, student

“Whether you’re just entering the college dating scene or you’ve rocked it solo for decades, you’re going to need your own copy of this book for all the ‘me too’s you’ll be writing in the margins. Grab a copy and a pen, because the party is just getting started!”
                    —Jenna, 29, assistant editor

“For an older, single woman like myself, reading Party of One is like being invited into a conversation your heart longs for, but rarely finds. Stuff gets real with an unapologetic flair that makes you want to join in the discussion, despite the hesitation anyone feels when talking about typically taboo subjects.”                    —Christina, 36, program director

“Reading Party of One was like finally, for the first time in my life, having a conversation with someone who truly understands. This book is full of things I never see discussed openly, but that we’re desperately in need of."
                    —Jenn, 35, web developer

“In these pages, I found my own beliefs, fears, questions, longings, struggles, resolve, and even a few new perspectives I hadn’t considered before, looking back at me.”
                    —Lucy, 34, freelance editor

“Party of One unveils the reality and struggles of being a single woman in a way that is greatly needed. Joy Beth covers all the bases by addressing the language and treatment that unmarried adults can be exposed to, and she’s not afraid to bring it home with a no-holds-barred discussion on sex and singleness."
                    —Meghan, 33, childcare worker
“Party of One reads like a much-needed conversation with your best friend at your favorite coffee shop."
                    —Tory, 29, artist

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