num_pages: 128
description: Whoever said, ‘The art of communication is dead,’ had obviously never sent an email or used a mobile phone. Not only is communication alive and well, but with the text message it has truly entered the twenty-first century. Sending text is slick, fast, efficient, concise and very minimalist. There’s no better way to say exactly what you want because it hides that embarrassing blush as you tell a little white lie, and the guilty look in your eyes when you tell a whopping great howler. What’s more, you can simply ignore any irate replies and best of all there’s absolutely no chance of getting a slap in the face. But remember, it works both ways! So be wise and bear all this in mind when reading messages. This little book of text will not only ensure you never fall foul of a cryptic message, it will guarantee that you become a master of this growing art form.Extract:HdSmlXident–DntWryImOK I cut off my left arm with a chainsaw and have been rushed into intensive care where I am awaiting extensive microsurgery.MsingU-Lukin4Wrd2UCuminHome!Fridge empty! Pile of dishes in sink! No sex for a week! I can’t cope without you!ILuvUandSoDoI I may be schizophrenic but at least we like you.HdOwsumTmeLstNite-RSVP-PLEASEWhat a night! Don’t remember a thing – but some chick penned her mobile number across my chest! I wonder what she looks like?PlsePlseMarryMe I know I should have told you this sooner as you’re getting married to someone else in an hour but it’s only fair that I let you know that I have always loved you and can’t contemplate life without you.U0.5Wit You are a half-wit.Ear 0 Ear You’ve got nothing between the ears.;-)}} You’re getting a double chin.\\(:-( You’re going bald.{:-) I suspect you’re wearing a toupee.:-)oO&lt; I’m pregnant.:-)o8&lt; It’s twins!@:-} Do you like my new hairdo?;+)-8o{==== Is my mini-skirt too short?
language: English
title: UWot?!: What Those Text Messages Really Mean
titlecomplete: UWot?!: What Those Text Messages Really Mean
ratings_count: 3
publisher: Summersdale Publishers