Lively Illustrated Stories using the analogy of the caterpillar morphing into a butterfly. Each reader will be inspired to pursue their dreams as they follow Lillie Caterpillar, as she pursues her dream to succeed to fly from Page #1, despite crawling through life as a caterpillar.

Andrea ‘The Chocolate Butterfly’ Williams is the creative force behind BeUButterfly Children’s Books & Programs, dedicated to empowering women and young minds, guiding them to unlock their inner potential and dreams. Through the art of storytelling, mentorship, and her tireless advocacy for diversity in S.T.E.A.M. fields, Andrea nurtures personal growth and leadership. With a rich and diverse background as an African-American Woman, Mother, Evangelist, S.T.E.A.M. Professional, Pageant Queen, Entrepreneur, Award-Winning Speaker, and Published Author, she is deeply committed to uplifting individuals from all walks of life.

Andrea’s journey includes noteworthy accomplishments within Toastmasters International, where she has showcased her innovative approach to spreading messages of empowerment. Her unshakeable faith, coupled with over a decade of mentoring experience since 2011, fuels her mission to catalyze positive change and foster unity in our interconnected world. Professionally, Andrea plays a pivotal role as a Senior team member, offering mentorship, supervision, and training to her colleagues, contributing to their personal growth and professional success.

She is thrilled to introduce her latest literary creation, “The Game of Life,” a tale populated by a diverse ensemble of characters including Blu, Lorien, Yusef, Angel, Daisy, Mr. Fly, and Teacher Caterpillar. Each character brings their unique perspective to the story, with Mr. Fly, the Robotics Coach, and Engineer, infusing the narrative with S.T.E.A.M. inspiration. Teacher Caterpillar not only guides children in following rules but also reveals the limitless potential within life’s journey. This book underscores the profound significance of embracing diversity and pursuing individual passions while navigating the challenges of adolescence.

Be sure to explore our BeUBook List and immerse yourself in The Caterpillar Village, which takes shape across multiple volumes, starting with Book 1: “Dreaming,” followed by Book 2: “Good Lil Caterpillar,” Book 3: “Lillie Learns to F.L.Y.,” and culminating in Book 6: “Slam Dunked!” We enthusiastically welcome collaborative opportunities and invite everyone to join us on the empowering journey of being your authentic self and taking flight.

Andrea dedicates her time and efforts to her community, passionately assisting youth and young adults in embracing the core themes behind BeUButterfly: A, B, C, & D’S – Authenticity, BeU & F.L.Y. in the Caterpillar Village, we empower you to pursue your dreams in three (3) steps to your DREAMS – 1) Believe It, 2) Pursue It, and 3) Achieve It! If you share our vision for transforming young leaders, please reach out to explore collaboration possibilities. Together, we can empower the next generation to BeU and F.L.Y. – First Love You!