A cover of the book "A Marriage in Dog Years" by Nancy Balbirer

Reading Women Kate Tuttle May 25, 2018

Nancy Balbirer Finds Wisdom in Having a “Terrible Time”

Kate Tuttle May 25, 2018

Discussing her new book, 'A Marriage In Dog Years,' the memoirist recounts the worst year of her life: the loss of her beloved dog and her troubled first marriage. Spoiler alert: This story has a happy ending.

dystopia Robin Marty May 25, 2017

‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ Ep. 7: Did We Need a Whole Episode About Luke?

Robin Marty May 25, 2017

Last week's stunning cliffhanger left us wanting to know more about how Offred's husband survived. But isn't this supposed to be the Handmaid's tale?

Breakups Carrie Borzillo Dec 21, 2015

How Do You Know When It’s Time to Break Up With a Friend?

Carrie Borzillo Dec 21, 2015

The writer was put off by a close friend's penchant for having extramarital affairs—with other married men. Is it wrong to part ways with someone whose values clash with your own?

Advice Julie Klam Nov 4, 2015

Dear Julie: “My BFF Is Reveling In Pity Parties on Facebook”

Julie Klam Nov 4, 2015

DAME's Friendkeeper helps a woman struggling with depression and another whose pal puts her pain on parade.

First Person Laura Kiesel Oct 28, 2015

Do We Have to Get Married?

Laura Kiesel Oct 28, 2015

You love each other. You move in together—which is a prelude to a wedding, right? This writer thought so, until the myth of holy matrimony was exploded by her grandparents' relationship.

Abortion DAME Oct 8, 2015

Must-Read Links: Nicki Minaj’s Power Move, Meryl’s Privilege + More

DAME Oct 8, 2015

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ABC Lauren Apfel Sep 24, 2015

I’m Not Having an Affair But I Enjoy One on TV

Lauren Apfel Sep 24, 2015

From ‘Scandal' to 'The Good Wife,' adulterous relationships are television’s new great romances. But can these titillating fictional infidelities help stop our own?