Special ♥ Issue

Valentine's Day advice for singles, couples, and even cynics.

Audrey McManus – Sex-toy specialist

Troy Nelson – Record-store clerk

Susan Greenwood – Jewelry buyer

Susanna Carr – Romance novelist

Sean Mead – Wine therapist

Eileen Mintz – Matchmaker

Fred Olander – Bus driver

Grant Bailey – Concierge

David Barash – Zoologist

Seattle Weekly‘s writers have been to the very corners of the city searching for the lowdown on hookups — from the proper music to play on a first date to how to choose a diamond.

Cupid’s Twisted Arrow

True tales of bizarre hookups prove that love is everywhere.

Bibliophilia

A Valentine’s Day survey of the pages of love.

Cooks’ Books for Couples

Forgot to make reservations? We found six books that’ll save your Valentine’s Day.