Chick Living: Frugal and Fabulous by Kris Koederitz Melcher

In a money-obsessed culture, learning the ins and outs of finance and frugality are a must for any young person. Melcher offers practical and stylish advice for the just-out-of-college blues or the woes of any fund-hungry chick. Plus pages of ideas and worksheets for young women to use to get their own acts together.

(PRWEB) August 21, 2005 -- Youre just starting out on your own. Youve exhausted the handful of decorating skills you possessed, you keep circulating the same four outfits, you want to entertain friends but you want a nicer apartment before you do that, oh, and youre flat broke! In Chick Living (Conari Press, September 2005) Kris Koederitz Melcher teaches how to live frugally while oozing fabulousness.

Melchers real-life lessons in necessity such as securing renters insurance, getting enough calcium in your diet, and when to take your car and yourself in for a routine checkup will make you feel that you have a friend on the inside – and truly you do. Melcher, in her first year out of college, was able to pay every bill on time and had funds left over to start a Grown-up Girl wardrobe. And, believe me, she was not pulling in huge bucks – far from it.

Youll find everything in Chick Living, but the kitchen sink (though Melcher tells you what to stock underneath it). Whether youre in search of a job, a roommate, a couch, or a recipe, Melchers preparedness savvy is the ideal remedy for the just-out-of college blues or the woes of any fund-hungry chick.

Im not your mother, your doctor, your boss, your shrink, your conscience, your financial adviser, or your warden. Im just your girlfriend whos been there, done that, made some mistakes, and learned a bit along the way. So for those of you who are just venturing out on your own into the Real World, I raise my dirty martini (with three olives) to you in a toast of congratulations. Its going to be a fabulous journey. Cheers!" ~Kris Koederitz Melcher, from the Introduction, Chick Living

Kris Koederitz Melcher is an editor who has worked in publishing and public relations for several years. She has written, pitched, and placed articles in publications like Modern Bride, New Woman, Parade Magazine, and more. She strives to live a frugal and fabulous life in Leawood, Kansas, with her husband and daughter. You can find Kris online at www.chickliving.com.

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