Publisher Description

Take a front-row seat at the fashion shows of the world and finds out what it is like to be a catwalk model. Find out why being a professional model is not just about treading the boards in the latest fashion. Read a profile of one of the world's top hand models, an interview with commercial model Joy Faoyinbo and a behind-the-scenes view of a model agency. The book also addresses the more controversial aspects of the industry by debating whether size zero should be banned form catwalks. The Radar series delivers streetwise, hot-topic reads for kids aged 9+. With bold, fresh design and topics that have bags of kid-appeal, Radar will encourage children to read - and keep reading!

Author Biography

Adam Sutherland works in the media industry and his interests include business, popular culture and the world of celebrity.

Table of Contents

• 1: Rea life story: Star hands
• 2: 5-minute interview: Joy Fatoyinbo
• 3: Read all about it: Hollywood models
• 4: Poster page: Tyson Beckford
• 5: Star story: Scarlett Johannson
• 6: Show me: Walk the walk
• 7: Picture this: Front row
• 8: Feel it: Showtime!
• 9: All about: Strike a pose!
• 10: Pull a number: Vital statistics
• 11: The Lingo: Model speak
• 12: Size zero: beautiful or unhealthy?
• 13: Record breakers: Action figures
• 14: Fan club: Walk this way!
• 15: Index

Long Description

Take a front-row seat at the fashion shows of the world and finds out what it is like to be a catwalk model. Find out why being a professional model is not just about treading the boards in the latest fashion. Read a profile of one of the world's top hand models, an interview with commercial model Joy Faoyinbo and a behind-the-scenes view of a model agency. The book also addresses the more controversial aspects of the industry by debating whether size zero should be banned form catwalks.The Radar series delivers streetwise, hot-topic reads for kids aged 9+. With bold, fresh design and topics that have bags of kid-appeal, Radar will encourage children to read - and keep reading!

Promotional "Headline"

Find out about the most successful models in the business. Dig into the industry argument of whether size-zero models should rule the catwalk and learn how pros work their looks.

Description for Sales People

Current topics are presented with a strong magazine-style flavour - perfect 'down time' reads or springboard for class discussion.

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