Dating Up: Dump the Schlump and Find a Quality Man    by J. Courtney Sullivan Order:  USA  Can Warner, 2007 (2007) Softcover Read an Excerpt      Reviewed by Lyn Seippel Are you dating a man-child, a woman-hater or a commitment-phobe? In other words are you a down-dater? Sullivan's definition of a down-dater is a woman of good character, sound mind, solid education, and great ambition who cannot seem to tear herself away from losers. In case you don't know you are dating a loser, Sullivan lists them and their losing qualities, and explains why you might be staying in the relationship. Sullivan encourages you to become a well-rounded woman while searching for the best sort of man. Dating a man who is well-informed, inquisitive, and interested in knowing about a wide range of topics means a woman can be no different. Dating Up includes everything you need to know to make you a discerning person, but nothing that will turn you into 'a man-pleasing robot' as some dating books suggest. The author offers advice on everything from make-up and where to buy it, hair and wardrobe essentials, to choosing hotels and dining out. She lists 40 must-watch dude flicks and explains the attraction of sports for males. She throws in a secret weapon: fantasy sports teams. This is just a small introduction to the purposeful information contained in Dating Up. The book puts a little too much stress on rich as a requirement for the perfect partner, but this easy-reading manual will give you a lot to think about, most of which has to do with improving yourself. Whether you're happy in your current relationship or not, Dating Up offers sound advice on self-improvement. Note: Opinions expressed in reviews and articles on this site are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of BookLoons. Find more NonFiction books on our Shelves or in our book Reviews