Baby Modeling & Beyond: From the Stroller to the Red Carpet [Paperback]

Sibylla Nash (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 15, 2005

Baby Modeling & Beyond: From the Stroller to the Red Carpet answers your questions! From how to get an agent or manager to booking your child's first job, Baby Modeling & Beyond walks you through the process. Packed with resources including agency listings, advice from agents, photographers, financial advisors and parents, it gives you the real deal about building a career in the entertainment industry for your child. Whether your child is Broadway-bound or has Hollywood heat, from infant to teen, Baby Modeling & Beyond shares the secrets of breaking into show business.
"A helpful guide for parents who are interested in getting their children involved in the business." - Stephanie Bellarosa, Print Director, CESD NY
"A reality check for parents ready to hit the red carpet with their kids.." Julee Jonez, Radio Personality, Hot 103 Jamz -KPRS

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Sibylla Nash and her daughter can currently be seen in a national Rice Krispies commercial. Her daughter has also appeared on Saturday Night Live, Nicklelodeon, and Dave Chappelle's Show and in ads for Tommy Hilfiger, Babytalk magazine, Babies 'R Us, Sears, K-Mart, Imaginarium, Macys.com and many others. Mother and daughter can be seen on TLC's Ballroom Bootcamp. Sibylla Nash has written hundreds of articles that have appeared in a variety of magazines and newspapers including Vibe, Essence, Upscale and The Chicago Tribune.

Product Details

• Paperback: 87 pages
• Publisher: Tribeca House (November 15, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0970170645
• ISBN-13: 978-0970170644
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,435,995 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #29 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Arts & Photography > Performing Arts > Theater > Acting & Auditioning

More About the Author

Three things you probably couldn't guess about me (and it would be really weird if you did):

1.) I love watching true crime shows and will challenge anyone to test their Snapped trivia knowledge
2.) I love milkshakes
3.) We eat breakfast for dinner quite often

I'm also a freelance writer and I've written about a variety of topics that have appeared in numerous magazines and newspapers. I'm also the author of several books including DreamCity, Baby Modeling & Beyond: From the Stroller to the Red Carpet and my newest novel, Bumped. I have a degree from the University of Southern California (Go Trojans! Side-eye to Reggie Bush) in print journalism and I am the extremely proud mom of a young actress. You can find me on the web at divaluscious.com, starbabyla.com, bumpedthenovel.com on Facebook and of course, I tweet @starbabyla.

Hope to see you around on the web!
Smooches!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Guide To Your Child's Stardom, April 27, 2007

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Phyllis Ann "Book Lover" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Baby Modeling & Beyond: From the Stroller to the Red Carpet (Paperback)

Baby Modeling & Beyond: From The Stroller To The Red Carpet, by Sibylla Nash, introduces the reader to guidelines for getting your child into the modeling or acting business. The book starts off with a quiz for parents to determine if they are ready to get their child into the business. There was information on modeling scams and the warning signs to look for. There are also listings of tax deductions and modeling agencies with addresses and phone numbers. Ms. Nash also provided a section called Unscripted, which are her own personal experiences. Of interest was information she shared regarding times when her daughter could not fit the clothes that were available for her age and what she did to address the dilemma. She says that parents must have a flexible schedule to be able to go to auditions and they may need a backup person to fill in for them.

There is also information pertaining to starting a bank account for your child. There was emphasis put on the fact that California established a law called the Coogan Law which makes parents deposit 15% of their child's earnings into a trust fund account. The information on location and relocation was very beneficial. It tells parents to do their homework when it comes to location. For example, some states require work permits for children. Also, consider the cost of living when deciding to relocate.

I recommend this read to people looking to get their child into modeling or acting. This book was very informative and well-written.

Reviewed by Phyllis Ann
APOOO BookClub

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have, February 7, 2006

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Sherry (NY, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Baby Modeling & Beyond: From the Stroller to the Red Carpet (Paperback)

If you are seriously interested in getting your child into modeling, then this is the book that will answer any and all your questions. From the 1st to the last page you get neccessary information. I'm a mother of an 8-year old and I wish I bought this book before I got the others, they were a waste of money.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Thirteen bucks for this?, November 27, 2007

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A K Pemberton - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Baby Modeling & Beyond: From the Stroller to the Red Carpet (Paperback)

Folks, this is more of a pamphlet than it is a book. It's 87 pages filled with large type and generous spaces between paragraps and chapters. You remember when you were a kid and had to write a 20 page essay and you'd try to trick your teacher making it look like 20 pages when it wasn't? That's exactly what this book is trying to do. I was going to return it to Amazon because I felt so cheated but I missed their 30 day grace period. The little information that this guide has is helpful but I felt the author could have added so much more to it. More personal insights on the business, more journal excerpts, etc. If you're serious about baby modeling and you've got $13 burning a hole is your pocket then by all means purchase this book. Otherwise, don't waste your money and buy something with a little more substance.