A Practical Handbook for the Boyfriend: For Every Guy Who Wants to Be One/For Every Girl Who Wants to Build One

On Desperate Housewives, actress Felicity Huffman plays Lynette Scavo, a feisty, resourceful woman who juggles many hats and keeps her man in line. In real life, Huffman is happily married to actor William H. Macy, but she also multitasks with enviable aplomb. Her "good boyfriend" handbook can be read for advantage by both guys new to the role and gals who are wondering if they are seeking an extinct species. With its pulp fiction artwork, sidebars, and quizzes, A Practical Handbook for the Boyfriend manages to maintain a light tone while imparting info that could lead to lasting satisfaction.