PV Reads

This month we introduce you to Michelle Dunn. A mother of four, wife to one and elementary teacher to many. Her book, How To Keep A Girl Once You’ve Found Her is available on Amazon, at Barnes & Noble, as well as Corners of the World in Malaga Cover

PV Magazine: What did you learn about yourself during the writing process?
Michelle: Through writing this book, I’ve learned that I’m not an island. As I was compiling the book, and reaching out for feedback, I was thanked by many people (both men and women). I realize many women feel the same way, and chivalrous men still do exist! Men have even thanked me . . . for giving them fun, new ways to show love to the women in their lives.

PV Magazine: What was the last book you read?
Michelle: The last book I read was “Queen Bees and Wannabees” by Rosalind Wiseman. The movie “Mean Girls” was based off this book. It has helped me understand what it’s like being a teenage girl in this day and age…all the struggles they go through in society. It’s tough to be a teen today! I have two teenage girls. I also have two sons. Of course, I gifted them with my book – to give them tools to show love to their future girlfriends/wives, in fun, creative ways.

PV Magazine: How long have you lived on the Hill?
Michelle: My family and I are blessed to be living in the very home my father built, over 65 years ago! My children are 3rd-generation PVE residents! And we wouldn’t want to live anywhere else! I remember the story my father told about how he picked out the lot where he would one day build his home . . . a home that would be passed down for many generations. And that’s just what we are doing, living out his wishes and our dream! I have never taken growing up/living on the Hill for granted. And I hope I’ve instilled that in my children, as well. We are all so fortunate!

PV Magazine: Is there anything you would like to share about growing up and its influence upon you and your book?
Michelle: Believe it or not, my father was born in 1899, and I was raised in a home, full of traditional values. My parents were very old-fashioned, and those values stuck. I believe girls still appreciate chivalrous men. My book is chock-full of thoughtful ways to show love, utilizing a touch of old-fashioned values.

PV Magazine: What inspired you to become a writer and of this genre?
Michelle: I have been compiling little notes over the years, of what’s important to me, as a woman, in a relationship. I thought other women (young and old) may feel the same way. Sometimes, I have to give my husband “gentle” reminders of what I need/want within our relationship . . . and he jokingly said I should give him a manual. That just what inspired me to compile all my notes into this book! I thought it would make a cute coffee table book, that people could casually pick up and read while passing time…and come away with a smile and little “love tools”.