Splitopia

"The essential resource for anyone who wants a 'good' divorce. Packed with research, insights, and illuminating (and often funny) examples from Wendy Paris' own divorce experience, this book is a practical and reassuring guide to parting well. Divorce isn't a happy experience, but for many people, it can lead to a happier life."

"In Splitopia, Wendy Paris has set out not only to write the essential and supremely practical guide to the good divorce, but to change how we think and talk about the way we dissolve what were once expected to be indissoluble unions. Filled with history, research, and a wide array of engaging stories, Splitopia makes a compelling case that it's high time for a new definition of Happily Ever After — for everyone."

"Splitopia is an important book. Divorce is hard, but there are approaches that minimize the pain and set people on a path to healing. When kids are in the mix, this work is crucial. Great solutions come when you have the benefit of the best thinking in the room, in divorce and in politics."

"Splitopia is a wonderful blend of storytelling and social science — a book that amuses and captivates while dispensing shrewd advice based on solid psychological research. It's a practical guide that also lifts the spirit. Breaking up is hard to do, but reading Wendy Paris is a pleasure."

"Finally, a book that shows there really can be a good divorce (even after the marriage has turned bad). Splitopia is a great resource and an engaging, moving read by a wonderfully subtle, skilled writer. It has useful advice, helpful hints — and much humor."

"Combining insights, stories and research, Wendy Paris has created a smart and interesting guide that can be extremely helpful for those going through divorce."

"A good divorce is possible. Wendy Paris makes that case and explains how. Through Splitopia's compelling stories and deep research, we gain insight into marriage, separation, and life well-lived."

"A smart, thoughtful and well-written antidote to the popular idea that divorce is a toxic event for parents and children. Ms. Paris shows that a carefully planned and thoughtfully executed divorce can result in a better quality of life for parents and children."

"This a really, really wonderful book. I think anybody going into a relationship should read this. In many ways, this may be the most comprehensive approach to relationships that I've seen."