In this deeply personal and lyrical book (Publishers Weekly) from the New York Times bestselling author of The Horse, Wendy Williams explores the lives of one of the world's most resilient creatures--the butterfly--shedding light on the role that they play in our ecosystem and in our human lives.

A] glorious and exuberant celebration of these biological flying machines...Williams takes us on a humorous and beautifully crafted journey (The Washington Post). From butterfly gardens to zoo exhibits, these flying flowers are one of the few insects we've encouraged to infiltrate our lives. Yet, what has drawn us to these creatures in the first place? And what are their lives really like? In this entertaining look at 'the world's favorite insect' (Booklist, starred review), New York Times bestselling author and science journalist Wendy Williams reveals the inner lives of these delicate creatures, who are far more intelligent and tougher than we give them credit for.

Monarch butterflies migrate thousands of miles each year from Canada to Mexico. Other species have learned how to fool ants into taking care of them. Butterflies' scales are inspiring researchers to create new life-saving medical technology. Williams takes readers to butterfly habitats across the globe and introduces us to not only various species, but digs deeply into the lives of both butterflies and the] scientists (Science magazine) who have spent decades studying them.

Coupled with years of research and knowledge gained from experts in the field, this accessible butterfly biography explores the ancient partnership between these special creatures and humans, and why they continue to fascinate us today. Informative, thought-provoking, (BookPage, starred review) and extremely profound, The Language of Butterflies is a fascinating book that] will be of interest to anyone who has ever admired a butterfly, and anyone who cares about preserving these stunning creatures (Library Journal).

A New York Times Bestseller and New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice

A Best Book of 2015, The Wall Street Journal

Love is the driver for Wendy Williams's new book, The Horse . . . [an] affectionate, thoroughgoing, good-hearted book. --Jaimy Gordon, The New York Times Book Review

Charming and deeply interesting . . . Ms. Williams does a marvelous job. --Pat Shipman, The Wall Street Journal

The book horse-lovers have been waiting for

Horses have a story to tell, one of resilience, sociability, and intelligence, and of partnership with human beings. In The Horse, the journalist and equestrienne Wendy Williams brings that story brilliantly to life.

Williams chronicles the 56-million-year journey of horses as she visits with experts around the world, exploring what our biological affinities and differences can tell us about the bond between horses and humans, and what our longtime companion might think and feel. Indeed, recent scientific breakthroughs regarding the social and cognitive capacities of the horse and its ability to adapt to changing ecosystems indicate that this animal is a major evolutionary triumph.

Williams charts the course that leads to our modern Equus--from the protohorse to the Dutch Warmbloods, Thoroughbreds, and cow ponies of the twenty-first century. She observes magnificent ancient cave art in France and Spain that signals a deep respect and admiration for horses well before they were domesticated; visits the mountains of Wyoming with experts in equine behavior to understand the dynamics of free-roaming mustangs; witnesses the fluid gracefulness of the famous Lipizzans of Vienna; contemplates what life is like for the sure-footed, mustachioed Garrano horses who thrive on the rugged terrain of Galicia; meets a family devoted to rehabilitating abandoned mustangs on their New Hampshire farm; celebrates the Takhi horses of Mongolia; and more. She blends profound scientific insights with remarkable stories to create a unique biography of the horse as a sentient being with a fascinating past and a finely nuanced mind.

The Horse is a revealing account of the animal who has been at our side through the ages, befriending us and traveling with us over the mountains and across the plains. Enriched by Williams's own experience with horses, The Horse is a masterful work of narrative nonfiction that pays tribute to this treasure of the natural world.

Go ahead . . . ask her anything

My teenage daughter is a klepto. I found a bunch of stuff with tags in her closet, and I know she didn't buy them. What should I do?

I feel like all I do is run around and take my three kids to school, soccer, swim team, and gymnastics. I have no life. Help

My guy stays in touch with his exes on Facebook. He says it's not cheating, but it makes me really angry. What should I do?

To her fans, media star Wendy Williams is the friend in your head--the confidante whose blunt, in-your-face advice is just what they need to hear. Drawn from the popular Ask Wendy segment of her show, the book goes deep, addressing a variety of real-life dilemmas and drama. Wendy answers questions about style, body image, office etiquette, and, of course, sex. No topic is off-limits, no situation too outrageous for her to tackle.

Wendy shoots straight to help you manage all the crazy that comes into your life--keepin' it real by sharing the personal and revealing experiences that have shaped her unique perspective. Filled with fun personality quizzes, Wendy's laugh-out-loud anecdotes, and tons of spot-on advice, Ask Wendy will help you find the answers--and the solutions--you're looking for.

From the New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of The Horse comes the enthralling examination of one of the most popular and most intriguing animals in the deep blue sea.

The ocean is the last remaining source of profound mystery and discovery on Earth with 80 percent of it still largely unexplored; thus, it is of perennial fascination. In Kraken: The Curious, Exciting, and Slightly Disturbing Science of Squid, journalist Wendy Williams introduces one of the ocean's most charismatic, monstrous, enigmatic, and curious inhabitants: the squid. More than just calamari, squid species are fascinatingly odd creatures, with much to teach us about our own species, not to mention the obsessive interest so many of us can't help but have for the enormous beast that is the giant squid, which is quick to attack sperm whales, and even submarines and boats.

Williams also examines other equally enthralling cephalopods, including the octopus and the cuttlefish, and explores their otherworldly abilities, such as camouflage and bioluminescence. Kraken takes the reader on a wild ride through the world of squid science and adventure, along the way answering some riddles about how the human brain works, what intelligence really is, and what monsters lie in the deep. Wendy Williams weaves a rich narrative tapestry around her subject, drawing powerfully on the passions and discoveries of scientists, fisherman, and squid enthusiasts around the world.

Abounds with both ancient legend and modern science. --Discover magazine

Master advanced management skills to elevate your career and effectively lead your team in just weeks, even if you're new to leadership roles.

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Known as a shock jock diva, Wendy Williams has had a following in the nation's number one media market, New York City, and across the nation from the time she became a top-rated radio personality and It Girl in the mid-1990s--whether she's hosting her nationally syndicated television talk show The Wendy Williams Show or doing commentary for the VH1 Fashion Awards, her fans know that Wendy's Got the Heat.

Wendy Williams is the kind of media personality that artists love because she builds them up--and fear because she can bring them down. She's interviewed many of the biggest names in entertainment--Jennifer Lopez, Whitney Houston, and Queen Latifah among them--and is known for her ability to disarm and get them to reveal their secrets.

Known as both a shock jock diva and the biggest mouth in New York, Wendy Williams is always at the top of her game, whether she's doing commentary for the VH1 Fashion Awards or giving romantic advice. But there's more to the Queen of Urban Radio than meets the mike. Wendy's Got the Heat is her story--about growing up in a predominately white suburb, recovering from drug addiction, struggling to launch a successful career in one of the most male-dominated media industries--and it's by turns painful, hilarious, triumphant, and totally true.

In The Best Bike Paths of the New England, Wendy Williams has done you the favor of finding paved bike paths, free of cars, red lights, and exhaust fumes.

Organized by state, The Best Bike Paths of New England is the only comprehensive listing of these community treasures, describing forty-five paths and detailing everything you'll need to know about each one.

In The Best Bike Paths of the Southwest, Wendy Williams has done you the favor of finding paved bike paths, free of cars, red lights, and exhaust fumes.

Organized by state, The Best Bike Paths of the Southwest is the only comprehensive listing of these community treasures, describing fifty-six paths and detailing everything you'll need to know about each one.

Ricky was a happy kid. A bit undisciplined, perhaps, but confident and pleasant. Then divorce ripped his parents apart, leaving him in a world of suspicion and instability. Seeking an outlet for his anger and anxiety, Ricky found drugs-and began a long and painful descent into addiction.

Walking the Walk with Ricky, My Son chronicles the heartbreak of watching a child on the path to self-destruction. Wendy Williams reveals how divorce provided Ricky with ample opportunity to manipulate each parent for his own ends, stealing from both and using his family's dissolution as the excuse for his behavior.

Like many parents of addicted children, Wendy suffered silently, constantly second-guessing her every decision. She learned quickly that stability is only temporary when living with an addict. Ricky's moments of sobriety and normalcy offered moments of hope...each inevitably shattered.

Living with an addicted child is never easy, nor is living with parental guilt and the certainty you should have taken a different path from the one you chose. Wendy Williams offers her story as both a warning and a mark of solidarity with other parents walking the same dark path.

Are you wondering whether starting your own house cleaning business is right for you? This book will answer all of your questions. I share all my years of experience as a successful house cleaner in this easy-to-read, practical guide designed to get you up and running with the least amount of money, the fastest speed, and the greatest chance of fun and success. In this no-fluff, no-hype, straightforward book, you'll learn: -If cleaning is right for you by answering a few simple questions -The easiest and fastest way to get clients... no door knocking required -Why starting solo, without employees, is a great way to go -How to set rates and send quotes, including the use of all my email templates (very helpful ) -How to keep track of clients, appointments, keys and alarm codes -How to clean quickly and efficiently, even in your own home -The truth of natural cleaning -How to easily deal with difficult clients and situations -How to keep word-of-mouth referrals coming -How to show confidence and a winning attitude that people love Whether you want to work part-time or full-time, or whether you're a single mom or student or someone needing extra money with flexible hours, you'll love this business because it pays well and is in demand in any economy. I've had many careers in my life, and being a house cleaner is my favorite... and it can be for you, too

As the reigning Queen of Radio, Ritz Harper has managed to out, ridicule, jack up or mess over everyone and anyone, from hip-hop stars to high-class snobs--so she's decided to take her career to the next level: Hollywood, baby!

Decked out in Chanel from head to toe, and sporting bodacious new breast implants, Ritz is ready for her close-up. But first, she has to deal with the dirtiest dealmakers in Tinsel Town--and the trashiest trash-talkers in her reckless past. Is Ritz worried? Of course not. She's saving all the drama for her on-air debut, where the scandalicious details of her life could send her ratings through the roof. Even if the hottest players and heaviest hitters in Hollywood come gunning for her, this tell-it-like-it-is bombshell plans to drop a few bombs of her own--before you can say Lights! Camera! How you doin'?

Move over 50 Shades, there's a new romance in town. Superstar Wendy Williams brings on the heat in her first ever, no-holds-barred, down and dirty, romance novel.

Kimberly Kind is trying to get beyond her roots. A successful, beautiful, smart lawyer, she's finally finding direction in her life and getting out of the streets. But a terrible accident threatens to throw her carefully laid plans off course. Now Kim's hiding a huge secret... one that could threaten everything.

Enter King. A perfect mix of Justin Timberlake and David Beckham, the man oozes sex and has more swagger than anyone Kim's ever met. Their chemistry is off the charts. But after passion-filled nights, the intensity of their emotions takes both of them by surprise.

Love was not supposed to be an option. Now it's the only thing holding them together. When their pasts come back with a vengeance, can love possibly be enough?

A little over a hundred years ago, the world ended and out of the ashes, one group, the Hellfire Club rose. With it came things that people thought of as only myths, witches, vampires and shapeshifters as well as other things that go bump in the night. Within the Hellfire Club, is a group who's sole purpose is to protect. Protect the club, the regulars, and the club's allies, no matter their race.

Our story follows Kenna Ravensheart and her group of friends as they enter the Hellfire Academy to learn to be Hunters. Kenna is a witch and comes from a long line of Hellfire members and Hunters. Can she live up to her family's legacy?

And when reports come in of a bigfoot in the area, can her and her friends find it before the regulars do and either of they get hurt or it does? And could there be more to these mythical creatures then anyone can imagine?

Operated on as an infant, without anesthesia, Wendy P. Williams began life at war with her body. There were tubes everywhere, in and out of every opening, her mother reminded her on every anniversary of her surgery. Autobiography of a Sea Creature takes readers on Williams' difficult sensory journey toward healing, as she communes along the way with horseshoe crabs, dolphins, and other marine life that taught her the restorative power of beauty, resilience, and interdependence. At times luscious and lyrical, at other times analytical and reflective, this literary memoir portrays the dissociative experience of trauma and the roots of self-destructive cycles, as well as the tragic results of medical beliefs at the time that infants could not feel pain. Autobiography of a Sea Creature is both a love letter to the earth and a hopeful testament of humans' capacity to heal our deepest wounds.

This story is about a little pen who is tired of living in the bottom of a handbag, he wants to get out and see the world but is too afraid.

When the opportunity to escape arises he bravely takes it. Despite some narrow escapes he is found by a new owner. A pilot who takes the little pen to work with her.

He sits in her pocket every day and sees the whole world. His dreams have finally come true.

This beautifully illustrated children's book teaches us the importance of not giving up on your dreams.

One of the most profound influences of globalisation is that people from everywhere are falling in love with people from everywhere else. The Globalisation of Love is about the whirls and twirls, the quirks and perks, the frustrations and the fun of a multicultural relationship.

Shock jock extraordinaire Wendy Williams lets loose with the first in a series of novels based on her alter ego, the divalicious radio DJ Ritz Harper. Ritz puts the s in shock and the g in gossip, and Drama is her middle name.

Ritz is a suburban girl on the outside, but inside she's a hustler's hustler who's masterfully maneuvered her way into the spotlight after ruining the career of a well-respected newswoman (and former college friend). Ritz's exclusive rockets her to the top of the ratings, and she's rewarded with her very own show. Like a talking Venus flytrap, she verbally seduces her on-air guests, only to have them for lunch as she spews gossip about their lives.

Ritz becomes the darling of the station's afternoon slot. But when Ritz goes from drive-time diva to drive-by victim, all she can think as she struggles to maintain consciousness is Who did this to me? Has Ritz bad-mouthed the wrong person? Has her signature cat-and-mouse bomb drop been dropped on her instead? Readers will salivate as they try to figure out where the fictional Ritz ends and the real-life Wendy begins.

Pick up your needle and create landscapes filled with fanciful flowers and creatures from field, forest, and ocean. Designer Wendy Williams shows you how to make 15 appliqué projects in a style that's part folk, part contemporary, and entirely delightful. Easy freezer-paper techniques and wool felt make the stitching go quickly. Add to the fun by embellishing with hand embroidery and machine quilting. Includes 15 projects for all skill levels: quilts, pillows, bags, sewing kit, needle case, and more. New ways to mix wool, cotton, and linen give your appliqué a fresh look. Includes instructions for 13 embroidery stitches.

One of the most profound influences of globalisation is that people from everywhere are falling in love with people from everywhere else. The Globalisation of Love is about the whirls and twirls, the quirks and perks, the frustrations and the fun of a multicultural relationship. Multicultural couples have all the issues that exist in monocultural relationships, plus whatever colourful combination of culture, language, religion and ethnicity the couple bring into their marriage. Based on interviews with multicultural couples from around the world, The Globalisation of Love shows how they meet and fall in love, how they choose a country to live in, what happens in bilingual and trilingual families, how they deal with multicultural kids and careers, the consequences of having a family that looks like a mini-United Nations, how to laugh about cultural clashes that make you cry, how to share in prayer around the world, what is done for the holidays, what is cooking in the multicultural kitchen and even who is cooking it. There is a world of multicultural romance happening out there and it is all captured in The Globalisation of Love.