This author's journey into literature is deeply rooted in her extensive experience in publishing and editing. Her passion for books blossomed while working in a library filled with children's literature, where she encountered numerous authors and illustrators. These encounters fueled her desire to create her own stories, particularly for young readers. Her editorial roles across various publishing houses and at the BBC provided her with a comprehensive understanding of literature for all ages. Now a freelance book editor and writer, she continues to draw from her rich background in the world of books.
"Discusses body changes that happen to boys during puberty, such as acne, body hair, body odor, mood swings, crushes, and more, and gives suggestions to teen boys for taking care of their hygiene and keeping good relationships"--Provided by publisher
Tilly's mum is a dancer, but her godmother is the wardrobe mistress and she spends lots of time with her backstage. When Tilly's mum is dancing, Tilly helps out with chores and generally gets involved with the exciting events of the world of theatre.
When the Glitter Girls are chosen as the face of a fab new toothpaste they are sooo excited! and it's even better than they expected - not only will they film their own advert to be shown on TV, but they'll be on posters all over the country, and even be the sponsors of Disney on Ice! Go Glitter!
Beth and Anna are now 16, with the all-important boyfriends. So everything should be perfect - shouldn't it? Beth's not sure that going out with Joey is all it's cracked up to be, but she can't admit it to herself, let alone to Anna, who seems totally satisfied with life. Does she suit him, or should she boot him?
Beth and Anna are in despair. Total Babes. to take action... It's time to work through their list of 10 Things To Do Before You're 16! A funny and appealing tale about a pair of friends who learn that being cool isn't all it's cracked up to be...
A volte di notte me ne sto a letto sveglia a chiedermi come sarò tra 1 anno. O fra 10, o fra 20. Da una parte vorrei saperlo. Però anche no! Mi piace l'idea che sia tutto una sorpresa ... Sorprese belle : ★ una madre che "basta uno sguardo" ★ due sorellastre inseparabili ★ una favolosa casa più grande! Sorprese brutte : ★ una madre che si risposa ★ due sorellastre insopportabili ★ una terrificante casa più grande!
Cassie è una quindicenne spaventosamente timida, convinta che non riuscirà mai a trovare un ragazzo e per di più afflitta da una madre iperapprensiva e da una splendida sorella che fa la top model. Ma per fortuna non le mancano i punti d'appoggio: innanzitutto la sua amica Ruth e poi le innumerevoli riviste per ragazze che usa consultare freneticamente per sapere cosa bisogna mettersi per essere trendy, o in che modo è opportuno comportarsi con lui, il mitico principe azzurro che prima o poi spunterà all'orizzonte. Ma siamo sicuri che le riviste dicano proprio le cose come stanno? Perché a volte capita di baciare un ranocchio, convinte che si trasformerà in un principe da fiaba, e scoprire che invece...
Boy, 17, sucht netten Menschen, der ihn aus der Lernödnis befreit. Muss Tiere mögen und jüngere Brüder hassen. Ist da jemand? Melde dich! Als Samantha zum ersten Mal diese Nachricht von Dan im Chatroom findet, ist sie sicher, dass Dan ein ziemlich trauriger Fall ist. Welcher selbstbewusste Junge hat es nötig, so nach Freunden zu suchen? Aber sie kann nicht widerstehen und nimmt Kontakt auf. Und beide werden gute Freunde. Und noch mehr als das ... Aber ist es ratsam, sich zu treffen? Wird das nicht gefährlich sein? (Das befürchtet Mama!) Oder wird es eine große Enttäuschung (Das befürchtet Sam!) Hat eine Liebe übers Internet überhaupt Zukunft?
