Born on a Rotten Day: Illuminating and Coping with the Dark Side of the Zodiac »

Hazel Dixon-Cooper is Cosmopolitan's Bedside Astrologer and the author of Born on a Rotten Day, also available from Fireside. She is a member of the American Federation of Astrologers, and she lives in Fresno, California. Visit her Web site at www.rottenday.com.

In this wickedly funny guide, professional astrologer Hazel Dixon-Cooper casts off sugar-coated astrology in favor of exploring the maladjusted side of the universe. If you want the inside scoop, the real deal, the lowdown on each sun sign, then look no further.

It's time to forget those traditional astrology books where Sagittarians are gregarious, Capricorns are ambitious, and Pisceans are dreamers. Instead, enter a world where Archers are loud-mouthed bores, Goats are pompous social climbers, and Fish are chronically helpless. Dixon-Cooper debunks the myths, reveals the flaws, and examines the dubious virtues of each sun sign. Discover how to use your own inner brat to outwit bullies, outmaneuver manipulators, and win those endless games that lovers play. Learn how to deal with those dysfunctional people you encounter every day, including how to:

• contain a Ram's oversized ego
• calm a raging Bull
• keep a fickle Twin faithful

Irreverent, biting, and laugh-out-loud funny, Born on a Rotten Day exaggerates the bad, exorcises the good, and puts a new spin on the age-old question — what's your sign?

Library Journal

Finally, an astrology book that relays the bad news! While most standard sun sign books tell us the glowing compliments and gloss over the negative personality quirks of each sign, this one focuses on the challenges that we all have to overcome. Are you in love with a Cancer man? Beware of his moodiness. Do you have a Sagittarius boss? Bear in mind that she's easily distracted. For those who want to know what to watch out for with potential partners and friends, how to handle co-workers with finesse while steering clear of those likely to stab you in the back, and why being raised by parents of particular signs seemed especially difficult, this is the guide for you. Dixon-Cooper, a professional astrologer, writes clearly and entertainingly, offering insight into the personalities of lovers, family members, and co-workers. Compact, concise, and affordable, her book should be considered by every public library for its astrology collection.-Marija Sanderling, Nesmith Lib., Windham, NH Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information.