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Ask Wendy
Go ahead . . . ask her anything Over the radio and now on her popular TV talk show, Wendy Williams has always been approached for her blunt, in-your-face words of advice. How's she doin'? "Ask Wendy" has become more than just a fan-favorite TV segment; it's her calling card. Wendy has helped her viewers cope with everything from backstabbing girlfriends and deadbeat boyfriends to crazy mothers-in-law and jealous coworkers. Fans trust Wendy, even when her advice is tough to hear. She's earned her reputation as "the friend in your head." On TV Wendy only has a few minutes to respond to each audience member, but in Ask Wendy she goes deeper, answering questions sourced from viewers across the country. No question is off-limits and no situation is too outrageous for her to take on. Wendy shoots straight from those womanly hips of hers to help you manage all the crazy that comes into your life— keepin' it real by drawing on the personal experiences that have shaped her unique perspective. Wendy reveals never-before shared intimate secrets about struggling with weight, navigating rough times in her marriage, and learning to accept herself. Along with the usual girlfriend, boyfriend, and family drama, Wendy straight-talks on topics like style, body image, and office etiquette, and of course she tackles your wildest sex questions. If you've dealt with it, Wendy has a solution for it. Filled with fun personality quizzes, Wendy's laugh-out-loud anecdotes, and tons of spot-on advice, Ask Wendy will help readers to end the drama in their lives.
304 pages, Hardcover
First published April 16, 2013
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Wendy Williams
8 books132 followersWendy Joan Williams is an American media personality and New York Times bestselling author. She hosts her own syndicated talk show, The Wendy Williams Show. Williams is known for being a former DJ in New York City, where she gossiped about entertainers and conducted celebrity interviews. Williams gained notoriety for her on-air spats with celebrities. Her books include the New York Times bestseller The Wendy Williams Experience, and she writes a weekly column for Life & Style magazine.
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May 11, 2013
I have a new appreciation for double-dub. Although I don't agree with her stance on everything, her direct and honest communication translate well in text. Easy, fairly entertaining read.
January 25, 2014
Williams’s purpose in writing her book, Ask Wendy, is to let her readers know that there is always light at the end of the tunnel. Although times maybe hard just keep moving. Ask Wendy offers happiness, power, and worth. It teaches us that we should forget all the reasons why something’s won’t work and believe the one reason that it will. Ask Wendy is truly an inspiration. It captures so many emotions and situations that so many readers can relate to.
Ask Wendy is especially well written. This story was easy to read, but still compromises a wide range of vocabulary and sentence structure. The author also provides fun and sassiness two combinations that will appeal to the young mind in a very unique way. For example, she discusses her own life experiences and how they have influenced her advice, especially how she met her husband, “I was about twenty nine years old when I met my husband Kevin he was twenty two” (Williams 69). Williams defiantly knows how to capture the audience’s attention.
This novel was truly inspirational. The love story that was told in this novel was similar to other love stories but what makes it different is that it was something real. The reader would feel more personal, as if Wendy was sitting before them, giving advice as she usually does on her talk show. the emotions were so motivating as if you were their. They might laugh, and at times even shed a tear. The characters in this book share their true stories and experiences so you find yourself realizing that you’re not different from them. This book possesses the elements for an undeniably interesting, thought-provoking story and very fun.
The greatest strength of the book, Ask Wendy, is that it is told in a completely realistic way. Yes, it is fun to read certain books like The Wendy Williams Experience and Wendy’s got the heat, but none of these novels weren’t her recent ones there for they could not compare to the realistic traits as Ask Wendy. This exemplified when one of her audience members asked a very personal question saying, “I feel like I’m playing the game with the guys I meet, do I always have to pretend to be something I’m not to get a guy to like me,” (Williams 71). Also it was very impressive how the author made a lot of descriptive comparisons to her own experiences in order to relate and give advices. The greatest weakness of the book is that it ends where you don’t want it to. It is honestly one of the greatest advice books that I have ever read. I would absolutely recommend this book to mainly mature audiences and also teens as well. It has opened my eyes to all sorts of possibilities like how to love myself first and learning how to be happy for me. I also know that it will have the same positive effect on other readers as well.
The questions in this book were so genuine. I felt so connected to them and the ones that were asking the questions. The one topic question that I felt connected to is the friend drama one. I do have some questions of my own to ask her about a few things, but I found myself agreeing with much of what she had to say. The quizzes throughout the book were balanced for each personality type with both praise and advice and that there was no wrong answer.
Ask Wendy is especially well written. This story was easy to read, but still compromises a wide range of vocabulary and sentence structure. The author also provides fun and sassiness two combinations that will appeal to the young mind in a very unique way. For example, she discusses her own life experiences and how they have influenced her advice, especially how she met her husband, “I was about twenty nine years old when I met my husband Kevin he was twenty two” (Williams 69). Williams defiantly knows how to capture the audience’s attention.
This novel was truly inspirational. The love story that was told in this novel was similar to other love stories but what makes it different is that it was something real. The reader would feel more personal, as if Wendy was sitting before them, giving advice as she usually does on her talk show. the emotions were so motivating as if you were their. They might laugh, and at times even shed a tear. The characters in this book share their true stories and experiences so you find yourself realizing that you’re not different from them. This book possesses the elements for an undeniably interesting, thought-provoking story and very fun.
The greatest strength of the book, Ask Wendy, is that it is told in a completely realistic way. Yes, it is fun to read certain books like The Wendy Williams Experience and Wendy’s got the heat, but none of these novels weren’t her recent ones there for they could not compare to the realistic traits as Ask Wendy. This exemplified when one of her audience members asked a very personal question saying, “I feel like I’m playing the game with the guys I meet, do I always have to pretend to be something I’m not to get a guy to like me,” (Williams 71). Also it was very impressive how the author made a lot of descriptive comparisons to her own experiences in order to relate and give advices. The greatest weakness of the book is that it ends where you don’t want it to. It is honestly one of the greatest advice books that I have ever read. I would absolutely recommend this book to mainly mature audiences and also teens as well. It has opened my eyes to all sorts of possibilities like how to love myself first and learning how to be happy for me. I also know that it will have the same positive effect on other readers as well.
The questions in this book were so genuine. I felt so connected to them and the ones that were asking the questions. The one topic question that I felt connected to is the friend drama one. I do have some questions of my own to ask her about a few things, but I found myself agreeing with much of what she had to say. The quizzes throughout the book were balanced for each personality type with both praise and advice and that there was no wrong answer.
June 23, 2013
This book was a fun, sassy combination of two of my favorite things: advice columns and Wendy Williams. I felt like I was hanging out with Wendy or watching an extra-long episode of her show the entire time I was reading it and I loved every sparkly, snappy, and dramatic moment of it. Poke fun or disagree all you want, but she did provide some amazing gems. My favorite was in the closing letter to readers:
"I've always known that every answer to every question we have in our lives lies within. Just like the Magic 8 Ball says. You are smarter than you know, dear heart. You can solve your own problems. Clear the clutter out of your life and stop listening to your friends and even me. Only you know what's best for you. There, I've said it. If I was standing next to you, I'd give you a kick in the ass. If there is drama in your life, then you know why, and you know how to get rid of it. Maybe the choice is a hard one. No one promised you an easy ride. But do it. Act on your instinct. Fix what's broken. Find what's missing."
I completely agree, gurrrrl. Keep saying it like you mean it!
"I've always known that every answer to every question we have in our lives lies within. Just like the Magic 8 Ball says. You are smarter than you know, dear heart. You can solve your own problems. Clear the clutter out of your life and stop listening to your friends and even me. Only you know what's best for you. There, I've said it. If I was standing next to you, I'd give you a kick in the ass. If there is drama in your life, then you know why, and you know how to get rid of it. Maybe the choice is a hard one. No one promised you an easy ride. But do it. Act on your instinct. Fix what's broken. Find what's missing."
I completely agree, gurrrrl. Keep saying it like you mean it!
August 24, 2016
How you doing Wendy? Before I review this book,I am embarrassed to say how much I love Wendy Williams! There are people that are either love or hate her,not so many people in between. However,I absolutely love her,she is blunt and straight to the point. Faithfully I watch her TV show, laughing hysterically at how she carries herself. Needless to say,I was elated reading this,cause 'Ask Wendy' is my favorite segment on her show. Now unto the book review,which I happen to love more than I should!
This book had me laughing so loud at the advice she gave to her fans. Blunt and direct,she did not hold back at all. Covering topics from relationships,fashion,money,marriage,etc. Wendy did not miss a beat! I have so many favorite parts,but one part stuck out the most: Wendy was getting all hot and heavy with a previous boyfriend,then he told her he had herpes! Just how she described how she dashed out had me in stitches!!
One of the rare novels that had me entertained throughout! Of course,she did not have all the answers or even most,but she provided concise and lengthy solutions.
Really loved this book,it was hysterical and relevant!
This book had me laughing so loud at the advice she gave to her fans. Blunt and direct,she did not hold back at all. Covering topics from relationships,fashion,money,marriage,etc. Wendy did not miss a beat! I have so many favorite parts,but one part stuck out the most: Wendy was getting all hot and heavy with a previous boyfriend,then he told her he had herpes! Just how she described how she dashed out had me in stitches!!
One of the rare novels that had me entertained throughout! Of course,she did not have all the answers or even most,but she provided concise and lengthy solutions.
Really loved this book,it was hysterical and relevant!
September 14, 2013
I really enjoyed Wendy's advice! I liked how she discussed her own life experiences and how they have influenced her advice, especially how she met her husband. I also thought she had an interesting perspective on friendship.
I appreciated her approach but thought she could have done a better job defining when a situation is OK or not OK - for instance handbag shopping is a great treat, but only if you've paid all your bills FIRST!
I appreciated that the quizzes throughout the book were balanced and for each personality "type" with both praise and advice and that there was no wrong answer. It was a motivating, inspirational read with a tough love approach. Would you expect anything less from Wendy?
I appreciated her approach but thought she could have done a better job defining when a situation is OK or not OK - for instance handbag shopping is a great treat, but only if you've paid all your bills FIRST!
I appreciated that the quizzes throughout the book were balanced and for each personality "type" with both praise and advice and that there was no wrong answer. It was a motivating, inspirational read with a tough love approach. Would you expect anything less from Wendy?
December 6, 2013
I'll be honest I don't watch the Wendy show but thought this book might be interesting. It was and reads like her show sounds - loud & colorful. She gives it to you straight no chaser but it is too over the top for me. Glad I checked it out from the library.
June 17, 2013
love you wendy
August 22, 2015
it was a quick read but I enjoyed it. she is too funny and she has such a huge personality.
February 4, 2025
i actually didn't finish this – i think i just missed hearing wendy's voice at the time i picked up the audiobook. this book was a cash grab that didn't necessarily need to exist, especially as you could find dozens of ask wendy compilations on youtube. also, the nods to kelvin–yeah, wendy let a lot slide that she likely realizes in retrospect. three stars for the rational and fair advice, humor, and philosophy from the queen of all media.
October 27, 2013
(3.5 stars)
I'm a big Wendy Williams fan, I love her,was even I'm her studio audience twice! So when she started promoting this ok I purchased it asap on my ipad. It wasnt like an AMAZING change my life book nor was I expecting it to be..it was a fun, light read. The advice was pretty decent, nothing crazy. I liked the way it was written because it was sort of like she was talking to the reader. The were a few personal stories thrown into the mix which I liked. If you happen to be a fan of Wendy & her show, then definitely read it! If you don't like her than of course don't read it..if you aren't familiar but are interested in a light advice book about every-day problems that most people(geared towards women) deal with I recommend checking it out. There wasn't any "bad" advice & she pretty much cuts to the chase & says it now she means it. Side note-can't exactly put my finger on it but something about her husband Kevin, their relationship, how much she talks a out him...SOMETHING, not sure what, puts a bad taste in my mouth...oh & also to be completely honest this book actually had me really re-evaluate my relationship & realize that it's unhealthy & I deserve more! So there you go, a "self-help"/advice book that actually worked
I'm a big Wendy Williams fan, I love her,was even I'm her studio audience twice! So when she started promoting this ok I purchased it asap on my ipad. It wasnt like an AMAZING change my life book nor was I expecting it to be..it was a fun, light read. The advice was pretty decent, nothing crazy. I liked the way it was written because it was sort of like she was talking to the reader. The were a few personal stories thrown into the mix which I liked. If you happen to be a fan of Wendy & her show, then definitely read it! If you don't like her than of course don't read it..if you aren't familiar but are interested in a light advice book about every-day problems that most people(geared towards women) deal with I recommend checking it out. There wasn't any "bad" advice & she pretty much cuts to the chase & says it now she means it. Side note-can't exactly put my finger on it but something about her husband Kevin, their relationship, how much she talks a out him...SOMETHING, not sure what, puts a bad taste in my mouth...oh & also to be completely honest this book actually had me really re-evaluate my relationship & realize that it's unhealthy & I deserve more! So there you go, a "self-help"/advice book that actually worked
June 18, 2025
“Hmph! What part about 1+1=2 are you not getting?”
In classic Wendy wit and candor, Ms. Williams answers a litany of submitted questions from her devoted followers and honestly? A solid 96% of it super solid advice! And the other 4% is just zany and off the cuff enough to remind you why you love this woman in the first place! A nice, relaxing, and fun book! I recommend the audio book for the full experience!
In classic Wendy wit and candor, Ms. Williams answers a litany of submitted questions from her devoted followers and honestly? A solid 96% of it super solid advice! And the other 4% is just zany and off the cuff enough to remind you why you love this woman in the first place! A nice, relaxing, and fun book! I recommend the audio book for the full experience!
May 4, 2025
Wendy has advice for EVERYTHING, nearly organized in sections, so that whenever you have a problem, you can right away see what she has to say. I used to always ask myself, what would Wendy say? Well now, thanks to this book, I have the answer in her own words, right on hand, and Wendy has never lead me astray. This book is a must have, and I wish everyone would read it. Then, we would all know how to act. #FreeWendy
July 26, 2013
I listened to the audiobook earlier today, and enjoyed it. I find audiobooks (although I like the feel of physical books and turning pages) better, since you get more of a sense of the book's tone.
This specific book, through audio format, felt more personal, as if Wendy wa sitting before me, giving advice as she usually does on her morning talk show. I do have some questions to ask her about a few things, but I found myself agreeing with much of what she had to say.
This specific book, through audio format, felt more personal, as if Wendy wa sitting before me, giving advice as she usually does on her morning talk show. I do have some questions to ask her about a few things, but I found myself agreeing with much of what she had to say.
July 2, 2014
She suggests breast feeding mothers should nurse in bathroom stalls. Seriously? Feed babies in the same place where people shit? Yet, only 4 pages later she writes,"Do not shit where you eat. These are the words I live by." Go figure. Other than that, I love her honest and straight to the point answers and I agree with most of them. Sometimes we need to hear that we're a tad overweight and we need to get off our ass and do something about it. Fun and easy/quick read.
March 9, 2014
good book . it 'ASK' Wendy so her answers are hers.... I did not agree on only 2 of them tho.
but I like Wendy so like every other human being I take EVERY thang with a grain of salt.
and a fresh pair of eyes - which Never hurts, and given her good spirit as a human being you can embrace without loosing yourself
but I like Wendy so like every other human being I take EVERY thang with a grain of salt.
and a fresh pair of eyes - which Never hurts, and given her good spirit as a human being you can embrace without loosing yourself
July 3, 2014
I didn't buy this book for the self-help, I was more interested in learning about Wendy's life. Unfortunately, the book got rained on and I had to throw it out so I didn't finish it. The advice she gives is solid. Some things I agreed with, some not. I am a huge fan of the show but this book did not deliver the personal anecdotes I was looking for.
November 11, 2013
Okay. It was a breezy and silly book of advice from Wendy. It's a guilty pleasure. It was a quick read and I contrasted my advice with what Wendy said. Apparently, I think every neighbor problems should be solved by calling the landlord or the police.
January 19, 2015
Great Book!
Loved the format....Wendy wisely structured her advise book along the lines of her tv program and kept the information brief and varied. It was a quick read ...300 pages went rather quickly...demonstrating that the Purple Chair Sitting Diva is in touch with the times.
Loved the format....Wendy wisely structured her advise book along the lines of her tv program and kept the information brief and varied. It was a quick read ...300 pages went rather quickly...demonstrating that the Purple Chair Sitting Diva is in touch with the times.
October 15, 2013
This was a fun, quick read. Wendy Williams' lovers will love it. I didn't agree with her advice all the time, but we both grew up in two totally different places (NJ vs. GA). She's funny, dramatic, and full of good stories and advice. It reads like a gossip magazine.
January 26, 2016
Never finished, but I appreciated some very useful information and opinions Wendy gave her audience. While I don't agree with everything she advises, she does give a lot of good common sense guidance. I may get this again.
October 9, 2014
Pretty much like reading a silly magazine. Fun when you don't want to think or have nothing better to do.
May 30, 2013
I love Wendy Williams. Like me she tells you how it is. Don't like it? Too bad, so sad. Fun, quick and easy read.
June 5, 2013
Although I don't agree with all of Wendy's advice, I appreciate her "telling it like it is" stance. Some of her comments were spot on; some not so much. Was a fast and entertaining read.
June 19, 2013
It was very good but a little redundant..Wendy is always my favorite.
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July 1, 2013
Overall I thought this book was okay. I did enjoy the personal stories she shared about her life and marriage. I also enjoyed the quizzes, although I felt some of them didn't fit.
August 7, 2013
I thought the book was okay; it was a quick, entertaining read. I mostly agreed with her advice, especially when it comes to work relations.
August 20, 2013
Meh... I really thought I'd love this but it's not for me. In some instances the advice was good but for the most part I'd rather be reading anything else.
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