The Girls' Book of Success: Winning Wisdom, Stars' Secrets, Tales of Triumph, and More [Paperback]

Catherine Dee (Author), Ali Douglass (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 13, 2003

The latest in Catherine Dee's award-winning series of inspirational books for tweens and teens, The Girls' Book of Success is packed with motivational quotes, powerful stories, eye-opening facts, and pages upon pages of inspiration. A must-enjoy for all girls who want to succeed in school, with friends, in a career, in whatever they dream of doing the most!

Editorial Reviews

Review

Akin to "Life’s Little Instruction Book" with a teen focus and inspirational twist. . . helping girls understand success and set goals. -- Youth Today, November 2003

The down-to-earth writing will connect with girls . . . great inspiration to any girl or young woman determined to reach her dreams. -- National Organization for Women, California

The perfect gift for any sister, friend or any female in your life. -- Girlsite.org

Wonderful to find a book that celebrates women in such way that will reach young ears. . . Filled with gorgeous gems. -- Heather Robertson, Children's Literature

About the Author

Catherine Dee loves providing girls with inspirational books that she would have enjoyed as a teen. In addition to this book, she’s written The Girls’ Book of Love, The Girls’ Book of Friendship, The Girls’ Book of Wisdom, and The Girls’ Guide to Life. Catherine lives in northern California with her husband, Jonathan.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 194 pages
• Publisher: Little, Brown Young Readers; 1 edition (September 13, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0316734543
• ISBN-13: 978-0316734547
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,642,753 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Hi!

Here's a little background on my books.

The first one was The Girls' Guide to Life, published in 1997 and now in its second edition (2005). I love this book because it helps girls develop strong self-esteem, fight sexism in the media, and stand up for themselves in general. When I wrote it, there was a real lack of books to help girls in these areas, and I loved being able to provide that kind of book.

I've also done a series of small books for girls--most notably The Girls' Book of Wisdom--a bunch of cool quotations I put together especially for girls. The other books are The Girls' Book of Friendship (practical advice on making and keeping pals), The Girls' Book of Success and The Girls' Book of Love.

They've won awards and been translated for distribution internationally. Hallmark did a Gold Crown (hard cover) edition of The Girls' Book of Friendship. It cracks me up that this book is just as popular with women of all ages as it is with girls..

My favorite moments these days are when I get an e-mail or letter from a girl telling me that she loved one or the other of the books, or just saying hi. There is nothing better!

I hope you'll visit my web site, www.empowergirls.com. It has a quiz for girls, "quips & tips" for parents, recommended books, etc.

Cheers!

Catherine

Customer Reviews

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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another great inspirational book from Catherine Dee, October 8, 2003

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Christina Lewis (KidsBookshelf.com) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Girls' Book of Success: Winning Wisdom, Stars' Secrets, Tales of Triumph, and More (Paperback)

This collection includes stories, poems and words of wisdom from famous celebrities and fabulous non celebrities who inspire girls to reach for their dreams. You'll find quotes from Lily Tomlin, Shania Twain, Sally Ride, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Marie Curie, Maya Angelou and many more smart, successful women. All girls have the power to achieve their dreams and goals, and this book is an inspiration for them to begin their journey with. As the mother of two girls, this book will have a long shelf life at our house!

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for junior high to college girls, November 20, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: The Girls' Book of Success: Winning Wisdom, Stars' Secrets, Tales of Triumph, and More (Paperback)

The book provides refreshing quips from a vast variety of successful "women" of all ages. The contemporary advice and anecdotes entertain throughout this easy-reading book. The stories are touching,heartwarming, and useful to everyday life and motivation.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiration for reaching dreams, October 22, 2003

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San Francisco NOW (Bay Area

CA NOW, San Francisco) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Girls' Book of Success: Winning Wisdom, Stars' Secrets, Tales of Triumph, and More (Paperback)

The latest in the series that has included The Girls' Book of Wisdom, The Girls' Book of Friendship, and The Girls' Book of Love, this book focuses on success--what it is, how to achieve it, and how to handle the little failures along the way. The selection of women and girls featured in the book includes entertainers, business women and girls, writers, athletes, and ordinary women and girls who have been successful in their lives. The down-to-earth writing will connect with girls, and several of the stories feature girls or women who have had success in non-traditional areas, giving readers the knowledge that they can expand their horizons. The book also has practical advice on issues such as higher education, mentoring, and choosing a career. With stories, quotes and advice from successful girls and women from all walks of life, this will be a great inspiration to any girl or young woman determined to reach her dreams.