The Love Playbook
The Love Playbook: Rules for Love, Sex, and Happiness is a relationship advice book published in 2014. It was written by La La Anthony, former wife of basketball star Carmelo Anthony, with co-author Karen Hunter.
The book debuted at No. 2 on the Publishers Weekly hardcover nonfiction list, and at No. 1 on The New York Times advice, how-to, and miscellaneous bestseller list.
Summary
Anthony coaches readers based on her own experience in life and relationships. She gives advice on being yourself, friendships, standing up for yourself, and ensuring your partner treats you like a lady. She advises against having sex on the first date, tolerating cheating, and dressing up when relaxing at home.The book uses basketball metaphors, describing "play-by-play plans" such as "The Assist", "One-on-One", and "Game Time", which describes marriage versus the wedding.