Whateverland: Learning to Live Here - Hardcover

by Alexis Stewart (Author), Jennifer Koppelman Koppelman Hutt (Author)

In this special world, there's no such thing as shame, grim embarrassment, or TMI. Now, in this hilarious and irreverent guide to life, the Whatever duo of Alexis Stewart and Jennifer Koppelman Hutt shares their edgy commentary, colorfully candid true-life stories, and stylish common sense on everything from dieting to home, marriage to organizing, dating to eating, fashion to sex.

This unique tour of Whateverland is perhaps the world's first un-self-help book. Most self-improvement and DIY books ask you to focus on your flaws and then change yourself and your life in order to fix them. In Whateverland, Alexis and Jennifer confess that we all have imperfections and insecurities, and they argue--with wit and irony--that we need to accept ourselves the way we are. Yes, we can improve, but we don't need to aim for perfection. Our flubs don't have to get in the way of our happiness, and yes, they can be funny.

In Whateverland, Alexis and Jennifer share their shocking life experiences, deep and dark personality quirks, and exuberant gossip. You'll read about the time Jennifer clogged Martha Stewart's pristine toilet, what happened when Alexis's pants came undone in a crowded restaurant, and much more. The Whateverland women share practical advice for every area of your life, including getting over the mistakes your parents made, starting over when you mess up on a new diet, and fun things to do with your underwear when you're on a date.

You'll read Alexis and Jennifer's rules on dating and home decor. Illustrated throughout with photos from the authors' personal collections, Whateverland also includes simple, elegant, and delicious recipes.

Whatever you struggle with--bad hair, an unhappy childhood, or not-the-best cooking and "homekeeping" skills--the real-deal wisdom of Alexis and Jennifer will help you see that it's totally okay not to be perfect at home, at work, and in your relationships. Once you level with yourself and lighten up, life can be happier and a hell of a lot more fun.

This is definitely not your mother's self-help book. Whatever!

Front Jacket

Welcome to Whateverland!

In this special world, there's no such thing as shame, grim embarrassment, or TMI. Now, in this hilarious and irreverent guide to life, the Whatever duo of Alexis Stewart and Jennifer Koppelman Hutt shares their edgy commentary, colorfully candid true-life stories, and stylish common sense on everything from dieting to home, marriage to organizing, dating to eating, fashion to sex.

This unique tour of Whateverland is perhaps the world's first un-self-help book. Most self-improvement and DIY books ask you to focus on your flaws and then change yourself and your life in order to fix them. In Whateverland, Alexis and Jennifer confess that we all haveimperfections and insecurities, and they argue--with wit and irony--that we need to accept ourselves the way we are. Yes, we can improve, but we don't need to aim for perfection. Our flubs don't have to get in the way of our happiness, and yes, they can be funny.

In Whateverland, Alexis and Jennifer share their shocking life experiences, deep and dark personality quirks, and exuberant gossip. You'll read about the time Jennifer clogged Martha Stewart's pristine toilet, what happened when Alexis's pants came undone in a crowded restaurant, and much more. The Whateverland women share practical advice for every area of your life, including getting over the mistakes your parents made, starting over when you mess up on a new diet, and fun things to do with your underwear when you're on a date.

You'll read Alexis and Jennifer's rules on dating and home decor. Illustrated throughout with photos from the authors' personal collections, Whateverland also includes simple, elegant, and delicious recipes.

Whatever you struggle with--bad hair, an unhappy childhood, or not-the-best cookingand "homekeeping" skills--the real-deal wisdom of Alexis and Jennifer will help you see that it's totally okay not to be perfect at home, at work, and in your relationships. Once you level with yourself and lighten up, life can be happier and a hell of a lot more fun.

This is definitely not your mother's self-help book. Whatever!

Back Jacket

Whateverland

""Whateverland" is both hilarious and useful--the perfect combination! I haven't laughed so hard since I watched myself on Fashion Police."
--Joan Rivers

"Forget about Neverland--"Whateverland" is where it's at. Let Alexis and Jennifer be your guides to this undervisited destination, a place where youaccept yourself with all your imperfections, don't care what other people think, and laugh your head off. Part split-screen memoir, part un-self-help/DIY book, "Whateverland" will show you how to enjoy shame-free sex, organizeyour closet to within an inch of its life, and be a happier person."
--Laura Zigman, "New York Times" bestselling author of "Animal Husbandry" and coauthor of "Get Over Yourself!"

"Jennifer Hutt is how she writes: sweet, smart, sometimes sad, and funny. In this terrific book, Jenny puts her flaws out for all tosee--she is always there to make someone else feel better."
--Rosie O'Donnell

"Creative characters! Daring dames! Eat, date, create, clean, make love, accept, be honest, groom, organize, lighten up, and laugh out loud. I love Jennifer and Alexis! This wonderful, wacky duo entertains, informs, surprises, delights, and yes, they tugged at my heartstrings. Don't do a thing without a fresh romp through Whateverland!"
--Judith Regan, host of "The Judith Regan Show"

"Alexis and Jennifer give us the skinny--and the fat--good cop/bad cop-style, along with fascinating photos from two privileged childhoods and some absolute gems from Martha Stewart herself, such as how not to have anugly rich man's baby. TMI has never been so compelling."
--Jennifer Belle, author of "High Maintenance" and "The Seven Year Bitch"

"Alexis is not always grumpy. But she wants to be perceived as grumpy. She really does know how to do everything."
--Martha Stewart

Author Biography

Alexis Stewart is Martha Stewart's daughter. With Jennifer Koppleman Hutt, daughter of Martha Stewart LivingOmnimedia executive chairman Charles Koppelman, Alexis Stewart cohosted for six years Sirius Radio's hugely popular show "Whatever with Alexis and Jennifer," now "Whatever with Jennifer." Alexis and Jennifer also cohosted the television show "Whatever, Martha!" Alexis lives with her daughter in Greenwich Village. Jennifer lives with her husband and children on Long Island.