Introduction In 1987 the first edition of The Friendships of Women was released. The response was overwhelming. Women wrote, saying Dee had touched a need so deep, and had helped them to understand the relationships that were so important to them. They bought copies of the book for friends and relatives. Hundreds of thousands studied the book in small groups. In 1995 The Friendships of Women Workbook was released for those who wanted to study this topic in greater depth. This workbook contained everything women needed: the complete text of The Friendships of Women, in-depth questions, action assignments, and other resources. This too met with overwhelming success. This tenth anniversary edition has been updated and revised. It has been written for your personal reading or gift giving. In addition, personal or small group Bible study questions have been added at the close of each chapter. If you are about to embark on a small group study, your questions may be: Should the members in my small group buy this book or The Friendships of Women Workbook? The following chart will help you decide: 10th Anniversary Edition Discussion time: twelve forty-five minute sessions Lower cost Good basic study on women?s friendships The Friendships of Women Workbook Discussion time: thirteen ninety-minute sessions (or divide lessons for twenty-six forty-five minute sessions) Willing to pay higher cost In-depth study on women?s friendships