Monogamy? In this Economy?
"Anyone considering moving in with their polyamorous partners should read this book FIRST!" - Kathy Labriola
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Based on a survey of nearly 500 polyamorous households, Monogamy? In this Economy?Finances, Childrearing, and Other Practical Concerns of Polyamory is a practical, nuts-and-bolts look at the many concerns of families made of more than two adults. It touches on the very real problems people encounter with money, space sharing, rental agreements, concerns of children at various ages, and more - and presents solutions that real people are using now, not as cure-alls but as alternatives for the non-monogamous family to consider what may work best for them. Each individual and each family will have to decide which parts suit them best. The goal of the book is to expand the cultural narrative of what a successful family can look like and to give polyamorous families points to navigate by, in their journey outside the monogamous family map.
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Featured as one of "6 Books About Nonmonogamy Recommended by Therapists" in the New York Times.
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"Boyle's research into the lives of cohabitating polyamorous adults is illuminating and inspiring"-Sarah Stroh of @monogamish_me
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Book Tour!
With the generous support of the Polyamory Foundation, I am going on a national tour to talk about polyamorous families and the book. If your local polyamorous group would like to host a talk or discussion group (digital or live) please do not hesitate to reach out by email to readyforpolyamory@gmail.com and we can see what we can make work.
Reading and Community Social in Minneapolis
10/24/24 At 5:30 at Smitten Kitten Minneapolis, enjoy a book reading and conversation with Author Laura Boyle from her recent book, “Monogamy? In this Economy?”. Grab your whole ‘cute and then come on out to @lynlakebrewery at 6:30 to read, connect, and enjoy each others company on the roof near the fire pits.
The book reading is FREE and open to the community. Smitten Kitten asks for a donation of $5 - $15 for attendance to the social (OR a book purchase!) to make sure they can continue to offer this dedicated space for local Polyamorous community 💜
Class in Minneapolis - Parenting In Polyamory
October 26, 2024 Join Laura Boyle and MC Andy of The Growth Arc for a class talking all about the concerns of polyamorous parents - practical, legal, emotional, and more. Are you out to your kids? To their schools, doctors, and coaches? How do changes in your relationships affect your children, or your children affect your dating? This and more in this 90-minute class.
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Few tickets remain. Get them here.
Signing and Conversation in London!
My book, Monogamy? In this Economy? is being published August 21, and I'm going on tour! For this event, I'll be doing a reading, signing, and in conversation with the wonderful Ro Moed, of @unapolygetically, on November 10. It's my only stop outside the USA, so come out and see me!
It's a pay-as-you-can event, but your purchase of the book through the venue is especially appreciated, and if you have it to spare, please support the venue. Details are available here .