Welcome to the world of Marla Martenson. The Cupid of Beverly Hills, she has introduced countless couples who have gone on to get married and live happily ever after—so far. But for every success story, there are more dating disasters, high-maintenance clients, out-of-touch men (and women), and downright comical situations with which she has to contend.
In Diary of a Beverly Hills Matchmaker, Marla takes her readers for a hilarious romp through her days in an exclusive L.A. matchmaking agency and her daily struggles to keep her self-esteem from imploding in a town where looks are everything and money talks. From juggling the demands her out-of-touch clients and trying her best to meet the capricious demands of an insensitive boss to the ups and downs of her own marriage with a Latin husband who doesn’t think that she is “domestic” enough, Marla writes with charm and self-effacement about the universal struggles that all women face in their lives.
Readers will laugh, cringe, and cry as they journey with her through outrageous stories about the indignities of dating in Los Angeles, dealing with overblown egos, vicariously hobnobbing with celebrities, and navigating the wannabe-land of Beverly Hills. In a land where perfection is almost a prerequisite, even Marla can’t help but run for the Botox every once in a while.
Marla’s Bio
Marla has been a professional matchmaker working in Los Angeles since 2001, helping countless couples connect with their soul mates and go on to marriage. She is also a certified life/dating coach, author and motivational speaker. She has appeared on the Today Show, WGN Chicago Morning News, San Diego Living, KUSI San Diego Morning, Better TV, and over 40 radio shows including Coast to Coast and The Cooper Lawrence Show. She is passionate about helping others find that special someone to go through life with, someone that makes life sparkle.
She is often asked if she has met her soul mate. The answer is yes, She met her Adolfo though a mutual friend in 2001 and got married in his home town, Mexico City in October 2002.
Check out her website at: www.marlamartenson.com
This week we’re giving away a copy of Diary of a Beverly Hills Matchmaker by Marla Martenson!
Here are a few ways to enter:
The more times you enter, the more chances you have to win! Just remember to leave a comment for each contest entry you complete. (Ex. “I tweeted this” and then add the link of your tweet.)
Note: Please use a valid email address. Contest open to USA residents only.
The winners will be chosen randomly. Giveaway ends Wednesday, November 10. The winner will be reached by email, and announced on the blog on that same day.
Good luck!
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My husband and I were matched by a music teacher. We both said that we didn’t want to meet each other but he
had my lesson run late and my husband to come early. Our “matchmaker” gave us the traditional Chinese painting on a scroll for a wedding gift. Would love to read about what matchmaking is like in Beverly Hills!
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