MARY FRAN BONTEMPO is an author, speaker and humorist who teaches women to control their most powerful influence: Self-Talk. Author of The Woman’s Book of Dirty Words, and Not Ready for Granny Panties—The 11 Commandments for Avoiding Granny Panties, Bontempo proves small changes in self-talk yield big life changes, allowing women to be positive, productive and vital in a rapidly changing world. Her work has been honored by the Erma Bombeck Writer’s Workshop and Humor Press, among others. A frequent media guest and speaker, audiences delight in her empowering and entertaining message. Visit Mary Fran at www.maryfranbontempo.com and www.notreadyforgrannypanties.com.