posted October 30, 2007 03:17 AM            

I’ve been privately emailed and asked to shed some light on the facts regarding if Linda Goodman did in fact write most of the content of “Linda Goodman’s Relationship Signs,” printed in 1998/99. Yes, Linda did write most of the content. I believe the reason a lot of people find it difficult to believe that this book was written by Linda was that this book wasn’t as flowing, nor did it have the same ring/rhythm of her very unique style (as I’m sure most of you will agree).

Now, the reason behind the format and style not being reflective of Linda’s prior writing style is that this project wasn’t initially written to be a book! This project was initially written to be compiled into a software program:
(1) that the brief paragraphs you see from pages 56 to page 200, are in fact brief paragraphs that were to compile themselves into a report when people would “phone in”, and desire a report on their compatibilities,
(2) that they had hired a computer programmer to place these brief paragraphs within the software for every conceivable combination for aspecting planets; therefore, when a certain aspect appeared, the software would then automatically search for the paragraph that explained that particularly aspect, and that paragraph would be added to the final report,
(3) that the tables of the Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune & Pluto (pages 250 to 435) were also part of the programming so when certain aspects occurred between two charts the computer software could trigger the appropriate information and mathematical equations.

If you look at page xvii in the book you’ll see where it is explained that the goal was to create a “software”. Philip di Franco was very much involved in assisting this project, and he was the “friend of Linda’s” that introduced Crystal Bush to Jim McLin (Linda’s Manager). I just got off the phone with Philip, and confirmed that fact today! If you’re asking why Philip’s name wasn’t put in?? I don’t have an answer to that question!

I spent 12 and 10 hour days observing Linda grueling with putting her vast amount of insight and wisdom into paragraphs that could only be a certain word count. This structured way of writing wasn’t her style; however, it was demanded for the creation of the software.

Philip di Franco, Crystal Bush and I gathered at Crystal’s Penthouse in Santa Monica on Fathers Day of 1995 to shoot the footage for Linda’s National TV Commercial. I appeared in this commercial, as well as Larry King, Jeff Stearn, and others. This infomercial ran on TV from coast-to-coast only a few weeks after Linda passed on. (I know because friends and clients called me at home, and told me they had seen me in the commercial). This commercial was to motivate clients to phone in and provide their birth dates, and then those birth dates would compile a report. (Very much like the book walks the reader through the reader worksheets found in the book.) Many ask why Linda didn’t personally appear in her own commercial. Linda had her leg amputated to her knee, and had put on considerable weight (approximately 70-80 pounds). She had also cut her hair so short that she didn’t resemble any of the photo’s that appeared on the covers of her books. Also, Linda just didn’t have the energy to travel, and some days to even have a phone conversation (remember she passed away only a few months latter). Therefore, I supplied Crystal Bush, with a photo of Linda, which Linda herself had given me prior, for the commercial shoot.

Some time elapsed after the National TV commercial was aired, and the next thing I know a decision was made to turn all the information made for the software program into a book. Philip di Franco called me and informed me that the software project had been put into a book, and sure enough it was! (If your asking why I didn’t write and work on the book …I was pretty busy… here is a list of the movies or TV Series I was assisting on behind the scenes: (1) Virtuosity 1995, (2) Mortal Kombat 1995, (3) Under Siege 2: Dark Territory 1995, (4) Nash Bridges 1996, (5) Glimmer Man 1996, (6) Multiplicity 1996, (7) Executive Decision 1996, (8) Fire down Below 1997, and (9) Introducing Dorothy Dandridge 1999.)

Update:
Since writing this I have done an interview with Philip di Franco and posted it on my website, as well as, up on You Tube - here it is: http://youtube.com/watch?v=POI66CW4vrw

MORE THREADS REGARDING LINDA GOODMAN ON THIS PART OF THE SITE:

1. Thread entitled: Anyone heard of BiBi DeAngelo? Linda Goodman's birth chart is provided -- Linda provided this chart to BiBi personally. NOTE: Linda-Goodman.com was the FIRST site that BiBi posted Linda's chart on... it was then carried to other sites on the internet. Hope that clears up the confusion to the questions about where Linda's chart was posted first. http://www.linda-goodman.com/ubb/Forum5/HTML/000322.html

2. Thread entitled: BiBi DeAngelo share photo of Sally - Linda Goodman's daughter (Photo Linda Goodman provided personally to BiBi) The photo of Sally was first posted on Linda-Goodman.com and then copied and pasted on other internet sites. Again, hope that clears up the confusion as to where the photo first appeared. http://www.linda-goodman.com/ubb/Forum5/HTML/000326.html

posted October 30, 2007 04:53 AM              

BiBi, I'm especially greatful that you've posted this information, Thank you

posted October 30, 2007 08:35 AM              

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If only we could feel and understand all each others feelings....then EMPATHY and LOVE would be law in itself.

posted October 30, 2007 01:17 PM            

Listens To Trees: yes, Linda loved to eat the sweet things. I believe a guest on the Oprah show called it a Party in your Mouth??!!

Eleanore: Happy the information brings you understanding...

The 3 of you aren't the only one's I've heard this from (including the person requesting insight and understanding initially for this topic thread). Almost everyone I spoke to had to QUESTION if this was truly Linda. So, you all have a lot of company on this front.

It brings me joy to provide you all the Sally Photo, Linda's birth chart, information on the projects we both played and created on (I don't want to say work... because when you find your PASSION.. it's not work.. it's creating!!!)...

posted November 12, 2007 02:04 AM            

Anyone remember a while back about the open house sale at Linda's old house? The Victorian one? I remember there was a thread about it here somewhere.

BiBi, I'm not sure who had the lithograph or for how long, but I do remember that this sale had some personal effects of Linda's for sale, too.

posted November 12, 2007 09:14 AM            

Bearing Small Gifts was the username of the person who I recalled referring to a sale at Linda's old house. The threads show that she did purchase some things there, including a tape with Linda speaking on it. I'm not sure what all she bought. The threads have more information than I could hazard at.

posted November 17, 2007 02:02 PM            

Linda Goodman’s Relationship Signs:
Softcover - 480 pages (June 1, 1999)
Hardcover - 424 pages (June 1998)

Book Design By Ellen Cipriano

Bantam Books are published by Bantam Books.
Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group, Inc.

Bestselling Author, Linda Goodman, provides simple, insightful instructions on how to create your own astrological relationship chart. Carolyn was touched and honored to be able to bring this last manuscript to completion as she was also a fan.

Book Description
The remarkable, groundbreaking new book from the woman whose unique knowledge, vision and guidance launched the phenomenon of popular astrology in America--let the incomparable Linda Goodman interpret your personal astrology chart, and what it means for your relationships. With the perceptive, sensitive and inimitable style that has always set her work apart, Linda Goodman at last offers what readers have been clamoring for years: totally personalized astrological readings of your relationships. Linda Goodman's Relationship Signs contains everything you need to easily create astrological charts for yourself, friends and loved ones, and comprehensive interpretations of the way your individual birth chart intersects with the chart of your spouse, lover, friend, child, parent, boss or employee. Find out why you feel like you've known someone for years when you've just met, why you argue the way you argue, why you're so attracted to someone who seems like your complete opposite, and how to make relationships last.

posted November 23, 2007 03:09 PM            

Hardcover - 448 pages (February 2000)

The Book Of Lovers: Fun, Intelligent Astrological Guide To Romance

The Book Of Lovers describes the 144 types of Men and Women and profiles 312 personality descriptions to help you through the dating maze. Which type are you ? Which type are they?

You don't need to know a thing about astrology to get the in-depth character insights found in this popular, best-selling book. All you need to know is a person's birth date to locate his or her Sun/Moon combination in this easy to use book. Within seconds you can turn to the specific personality profile and read all about his or her sex appeal, personality pluses and flaws.

Who is compatible with you anyway? What combinations usually end up married? This "little black book" is all you need to find descriptions of anyone born between 1900 and 2000. Ordinary Sun Sign Horoscope Books just don't provide this kind of accuracy.

Become you own love astrologer today!

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A Fun, Intelligent, Astrological

posted November 23, 2007 08:23 PM            

The Book Of Lovers: Fun, Intelligent Astrological Guide To Romance

The Book Of Lovers describes the 144 types of Men and Women and profiles 312 personality descriptions to help you through the dating maze. Which type are you ? Which type are they?

You don't need to know a thing about astrology to get the in-depth character insights found in this popular, best-selling book. All you need to know is a person's birth date to locate his or her Sun/Moon combination in this easy to use book. Within seconds you can turn to the specific personality profile and read all about his or her sex appeal, personality pluses and flaws.

Who is compatible with you anyway? What combinations usually end up married? This "little black book" is all you need to find descriptions of anyone born between 1900 and 2000. Ordinary Sun Sign Horoscope Books just don't provide this kind of accuracy.

Become you own love astrologer today!