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How can I convince my girlfriend that this is as good as it gets?: She's younger, and she's restless, and she wants that spark of the new.; By Cary Tennis Jul 8, 2008
My failed lesbian romance: I was heartbroken and lost after the end of my marriage. Then I fell in love with Gisele, and things really got complicated.; By Ann Bauer Jun 17, 2008
Summer reads: Past perfect: From a sinister Victorian thriller to the lush life of Louis XIV's mistress, these historical novels will take you back in time.; By Salon staff Jun 16, 2008
U still up?: Text-messaging has made the late-night drunken hookup insanely easy. 2 EZ?; By Sarah Hepola Jun 1, 2008
Building a road from Bollywood to dullsville: How can a gorgeous-looking movie about an adulterous interracial affair in 1930s India be so boring? Plus: The amazing Juliet Stevenson, sex symbol at age 51.; Andrew O'Hehir May 8, 2008
"Blood, Roses and Diamonds": A special from Current TV that finds the roots of our most romantic symbols.; Feb 14, 2008
Of Valentine's jinxes and packaged gnocchi: Ever since I dumped my eighth-grade boyfriend, I've been single on Feb. 14. I also couldn't make homemade pasta. Turns out, these things are related.; By Rebecca Traister Feb 14, 2008
India's cosmopolitan-sipping singles: Chick lit takes on arranged marriages, suffocating saris and fasting rituals.; Tracy Clark-Flory Nov 30, 2007
I'm in love with my bandmate: I can hardly breathe when he's near; it's driving me crazy. Do I risk saying something?; By Cary Tennis Nov 14, 2007
Men prefer a Mrs. to money?: A new study suggests young men are more likely than women to sacrifice their career for love, marriage and romance.; Carol Lloyd Aug 30, 2007
I dream of Darcy: A new wave of Austen-mania revolves around ballgowns, romance and Colin Firth's sexy breeches. But what would Jane herself say about this fantasy of the perfect man?; By Rebecca Traister Jun 27, 2007
My man has a special way of making me feel ordinary: Am I wrong to want him to make me feel like one in a million?; By Cary Tennis Mar 27, 2007
"To My Love": Our word-challenged Don Juan finds inspiration in the most unlikely of objects.; By David Puner Feb 15, 2007
Does Hallmark make virginity valentines?: Thai teens seem intent on losing their virginity on the 14th.; Catherine Price Feb 13, 2007
Tastes that tempt: From curried oysters to sweet figs, this exotic menu of aphrodisiac recipes is sure to get your valentine in the mood.; Feb 13, 2007
Should I give my boyfriend the key to my apartment?: I know it would be convenient, and we've been together seven years, but I just don't want to.; By Cary Tennis Feb 12, 2007
My Ambien lover: By day, my boyfriend acted cold and distant. But at night, after popping his pill, he transformed into the affectionate man of my dreams.; By Tessa Blake Mar 10, 2006
The objects of our affection: From preppy perfume to Portuguese love songs, six writers share the Valentine's Day goodies that really get their hearts racing.; Feb 14, 2006
"Fidelity is a personality trait": In an excerpt from Ayelet Waldman's new novel, sparks fly between heroine Emilia Greenleaf and her older, married lover.; By Ayelet Waldman Jan 24, 2006
What French girls know: Young girls in France learn early in life that happiness is not as important as passion.; By Debra Ollivier Jan 12, 2004
"Cold Mountain": Anthony Minghella's pretty, star-studded adaptation of the bestselling Civil War romance never makes it above freezing. And, gee, didn't those Southern whites have it rough?; By Stephanie Zacharek Dec 25, 2003
Middle-aged woman wallops Tom Cruise!: The menopausal romance "Something's Gotta Give" beats "The Last Samurai" at the box office. Do chick-flick fans dare hope that the tide of guns, honor and big-ass boats is ebbing?; By Rebecca Traister Dec 16, 2003
"Something's Gotta Give": Why must every character in American films who revels in sexual pleasure realize he's been leading an empty life? Jack Nicholson and Diane Keaton do their best, but can't redeem this irritatingly moralistic romantic comedy.; By Charles Taylor Dec 12, 2003
Play ball: I'm a hardcore baseball guy not usually into mushy stuff, but this Harlequin romance really put cork in my bat.; By Joe Lavin Aug 20, 2003
Diary of a college girl, Part 3: I was drunk and horny so I decided a one-night hookup wouldn't violate my ambiguous vows. Then things got messy.; By Jessica Grose Jul 16, 2003

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