The Wall Street Journal – Marriage

Wall Street Journal

For Better or Worse; Best Seller or Flop
How do married couples write books together? June 12, 2009

The Young and the Restless: Why Infidelity Is Rising Among 20-Somethings
Do friendships have to change because you’re getting married? November 28, 2008

Elaine and Puddy: A Match Made on Earth
September 14, 2007

My Books

In GOD ON THE QUAD, Riley takes readers to the halls of Brigham Young, where surprisingly with-it young Mormons compete in a raucous marriage market and prepare for careers in public service.

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