Why You Want This Book... Are you frustrated by a lack of dates and meaningful relationships? Do you have more "alone time" than you want? Are you ready to find "The One"? Here is Your Guide to Successful Cyberdating!             In What Are the Odds? Dr. Carla G. Riemersma shares her own personal experiences and the results of her extensive research into Internet dating to show how you can improve your chances of finding the right someone online.             Learn how to read a dating site profile to get the true meaning that is written between the lines. Know how to avoid the pitfalls and challenges of the dating landscape using Dr. Carla's comprehensive list of do's and don'ts. Discover how to conduct an e-courtship in a safe, sane, and satisfying manner. Dr. Carla explains these strategies and more, providing hard-hitting and practical guidelines that will address your frustrations and answer your questions about the intricacies of Internet dating.             Whether you're just thinking about online dating but haven't taken the plunge, or if you've tried it with limited success, What Are the Odds? will improve your odds of finding your match!                               "A very personal, humorous, and practical book written by a woman who has obviously 'been there and done that!' Dr. Carla effectively explores the ins and outs of the Internet dating scene, peppers her experiences and observations with wry humor, and sometimes discovers 'if it looks too good to be true, it probably is.' She provides sound tactical advice on how to navigate the sprawling Internet dating community and better interpret, screen and safely meet desired people—i.e.,  improve your 'odds' for a successful and satisfying dating encounter."                                                 —Mark Johnson, Computer Guru