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Ask Amy: Advice for the real world
In the tradition of the great personal advice columnists, the Chicago Tribune's Dickinson is a plainspoken straight shooter who relates to readers of all ages. She answers personal questions by addressing issues from both her head and her heart. A solid reporter, Dickinson researches her topics to provide readers with informed opinions and answers.
Amy Dickinson’s memoir, “The Mighty Queens of Freeville: A Mother, a Daughter, and the Town That Raised Them” (Hyperion), will hit bookstores Tuesday, February 3. TMS is pleased to offer our Ask Amy column subscribers a special excerpt from the book at no additional cost. Ask Amy readers will enjoy learning about the life of their favorite advice guru before she became Ann Landers’ successor and how she created her own “fairy-tale ending” to her life story. The book has already received enthusiastic reviews and will be promoted heavily on "Good Morning America," "The View," NPR, in Redbook and Good Housekeeping magazines, as well as via a national book tour.
The 2,500-word excerpt will be made available for publication on Sunday, February 1. Editors can run it in two parts or run one independent of the other. The excerpt will move with the book cover art and Amy’s photo.
For column rates and to receive the book excerpt and a signed copy of the book, contact your TMS representative at tmssales@tribune.com or 800-245-6536.
Ask Amy: Advice for the real world Samples
Generous Co-workers Follow the Money
DEAR AMY: My co-worker's wife has Stage 4 cancer, and he has put out the word that he needs money for the mounting medical bills. We were told that a bank account had been set up and that people could contribute.
Mysterious 'Group' Interferes with Friendship
DEAR AMY: I've had a friend from work for 25 years. We retired from the fray and have remained friends, albeit with less getting-together time. Well, suddenly there has been a curious change.
It's Not Up to Friend to Be a Therapist
DEAR AMY: About five years ago I became close friends with someone who smoked and drank heavily even though I don't smoke.
Driver Thinks Relatives' No-Fare is Unfair
DEAR AMY: I am 18 years old. My aunt and uncle have been good about paying me when I drop them off. Sometimes I'll also drive them when they have friends with them. Recently I drove my aunt and uncle.
Friend Wants to Help Pal Who's High at High School
DEAR AMY: I am a sophomore in high school. Over the summer our friendship sort of fell apart. This year, he has found a new group of friends, and our brief talk the other day was the most contact we had in months. He has gotten into partying.
Brother Feels Awkward Over Family Photos
DEAR AMY: My husband's brother "Jim" recently passed away.
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