Teen2Queen in 3-5 Minutes...
A Crash Course on Make-up, Hair, and Nails -By Sharon Lynn

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From Plain Teen to Glamour Queen

Author Shares Quick and Easy Beauty Tips for Young Women

FAIRFIELD, Conn. - In her new book, Teen2Queen in 3-5 Minutes...A Crash Course on Make-up, Hair, and Nails (now available through AuthorHouse), Sharon Lynn provides teenagers and young women with the tools and techniques they need to boost their beauty savvy.

Lynn divides the book into six steps that offer straightforward solutions to today's toughest beauty challenges. Steps one through three unveil makeup strategies that keep readers looking their best from morning to night. Lynn reveals the tools that belong in every make-up bag, the colors that complement each complexion and two application methods that can transform readers from ordinary to extraordinary in minutes.

The next three steps cover a range of beauty issues. "Covering Up Pesky Pimples" delves into the sensitive topic of acne and presents a surefire way to keep it in check. "Avoiding Bad Hair Days," dishes top-notch advice, from which products should be lining one's shelf to which hairstylist one should trust. "Nailing Great Nails," keeps readers looking polished right down to their fingertips.

Lynn's expertise in cosmetics make Teen2Queen in 3-5 Minutes a trustworthy resource, and her humor and personality shine through in this valuable glamour self-help guide. She also emphasized that the road to looking and feeling great starts with a positive attitude and self-acceptance.

Brimming with easy-to-follow instructions and illustrations, Teen2Queen in 3-5 Minutes takes the mystery and frustration out of looking fabulous. Even parents can use this book to keep up to speed with their beauty-bound queens.

Lynn graduated magna cum laude from the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut with a degree in fashion. A licensed cosmetologist, she has spent more than 10 years working as a stylist and as a merchandiser in the fashion and home furnishings industries. Her first business venture was the head-to-toe consulting service, The Beautiful Woman. Lynn especially enjoys working with teenagers and young women. She currently gives beauty and fashion advice at www.thestudentcenter.org. Teen2Queen in 3-5 Minutes is her first book. For more information about Lynn and her work, visit www.teen2queen.com.

Story Angles

1. From Teen 2 Beauty Queen - You Can Do It!

Every morning, teens and young women face the mirror. Sometimes they like what they see, and sometimes they don't, but one thing is sure. They are all striving for a special look - something that will set them apart from "average". How do teens cut through the endless magazine ads, books, and TV commercials to figure out how to become the best that they can be? Well, they can start by picking up a copy of Sharon Lynn's new book, "Teen2Queen in 3-5 Minutes… A Crash Course on Make-up, Hair, and Nails".

With humor and personality, the author clearly shows that making the transformation from teen to beauty queen isn't rocket science. Her book includes suggestions for the proper tools and simple, step-by-step techniques that provide real solutions to real beauty problems. The most important success factor, however, is attitude. Her advice: be honest with yourself, maintain a positive attitude, keep an open mind, relax, have fun, and practice! With Sharon Lynn's help, anyone CAN do it.

2. Teen Beauty - From Average to Awesome in 3-5 Minutes!

There probably aren't too many teens and young women who would want to be described as looking "OK" or "average". Women of all ages want their own unique look - something that sets them apart from the rest of the crowd. The challenge for teenage girls is to figure out what that look should be and how to make it work for them. Sharon Lynn's new book, "Teen2Queen in 3-5 Minutes… A Crash Course on Make-up, Hair, and Nails" will get them on the right track.

Ms. Lynn understands the beauty issues and frustrations of teens and young women, and she takes the mystery out of looking beautiful. It's all about attitude, learning the Teen2Queen techniques, and having a good set of tools. This book is fun to read and deliberately short so answers will be easy to find, and it's packed with illustrations and step-by-step instructions that can help teens transform from average to awesome in just minutes! One glimpse at "Teen2Queen in 3-5 Minutes…" and young women everywhere will wonder how they ever managed without it.

3. Local Author Advises Teens How to Go from Frumpy to Phenomenal

Long-time Fairfield resident Sharon Lynn has written a beauty book for teens and young women that will help them make the transition from frumpy to phenomenal in minutes! Sharon is a licensed cosmetologist and has a degree in fashion from the University of Bridgeport. She has spent over 10 years helping women of all ages maximize their potential, but teens are her specialty. As a result, her new book "Teen2Queen in 3-5 Minutes… A Crash Course on Make-up, Hair, and Nails" focuses on the beauty challenges and frustrations of more youthful readers.

This book is unlike any other beauty book you may have seen. It's fun and easy to read with tips and techniques that take the mystery out of looking great. Sharon Lynn uses personality and humor to provide simple, straightforward solutions to real beauty problems. Teens and young women identify with the issues she describes and can follow her advice. Parents will also find this book valuable - especially moms and dads who need a little help communicating with their teen about beauty. There are chapters on make-up (Looking Finished in 3-5 Minutes), hair (Avoiding Bad Hair Days), and nails (Nailing Great Nails). The author even deals with the sensitive subject of acne (Covering up Pesky Pimples) and shares advice that can only come from personal experience.

4. Bad Hair Day? Go from Bleak to Chic in 1 Minute

If you've ever had a bad hair day (and what teenage girl or young woman hasn't?), then Sharon Lynn's new book, "Teen2Queen in 3-5 Minutes… A Crash Course on Make-up, Hair, and Nails", may be just what you need. This short, easy to read guide is packed with tips and step-by-step instructions on everything from make-up and pimples to hair and nails. If you have more than your share of bad hair days, let Sharon Lynn help you go from bleak to chic in no time at all! Here's an example.

Did you get caught in a rainstorm? Didn't have time to wash your hair today? Are you frustrated with frizzy hair? Sounds like a bad hair day in the making, but here's some advice from Sharon Lynn that can help you turn it around. Every teen and young woman should have a simple cap or beret (preferably in black) in their closet. Wearing a hat is stylish and adds a bit of "glam" to an otherwise average-looking outfit. Slick your hair back with a cap or wear your hair down with a beret. To complement your look, choose make-up that is fresh and easy such as foundation, a light dusting of pressed powder, 2 or 3 coats of black mascara, neutral color blush, and rosy flesh-toned lip gloss. For added drama, consider faux diamond earrings and a black T. Now, go forth with confidence. Your bad hair day is a distant memory!

5. The Antidote to Teen Clown Face Make-up!

Parents: how often have you looked at your daughter and cringed at the amount of eye make-up she's wearing? Do you ever wish you could politely explain that what she thinks looks good, doesn't? Well, you're not alone. Teenage girls everywhere go through a black eyeliner binging phase, and there are lots of parents who react just like you. The good news is that there is hope on the horizon for you and all those clown faces out there!

Author Sharon Lynn has written a new book for teens and young women called "Teen2Queen in 3-5 Minutes… A Crash Course on Make-up, Hair, and Nails." She understands the beauty issues and frustrations of today's teens, and her book provides helpful solutions, tips, and techniques. The book is deliberately short so answers will be easy to find, and it's packed with illustrations and step-by-step instructions so teens go from ordinary to extraordinary in minutes - without excessive make-up! This is one book that both parents and teens can benefit from reading.

Additional Background

1. Teen to Beauty Queen - You Can Do It!

Not every teenage girl will win the Miss America contest or become a famous movie star, but most teens and young women do have one thing in common - they want to feel beautiful! Women of all ages spend countless hours and hundreds of dollars on beauty magazines and products in order to achieve that special look. They experiment. They laugh. They cry. They have moments of brilliance and longer moments of frustration. And then they do it all over again.

Sound familiar? Well, Sharon Lynn's new book, "Teen2Queen in 3-5 Minutes… A Crash Course on Make-up, Hair, and Nails" is designed to break that cycle. In a humorous yet sensitive way, the author builds the confidence of her youthful readers as she shares her advice on make-up, hair, and nails. Whether you are a tomboy, plain Jane, prom queen, or cheerleader, this book can help you reach your beauty goals.

The transformation from average teen to beauty queen shouldn't take an enormous amount of time or effort. Sharon Lynn tells how you can do it if you focus on six major success factors:

1. Be honest with yourself and accept what you cannot change
2. Maintain a positive attitude and don't put yourself down
3. Keep an open mind and be open to suggestion
4. Maximize your best qualities
5. Buy a good set of tools
6. Relax, have fun, and practice the proper techniques

Looking beautiful isn't rocket science. Just follow the tips and step-by-step techniques in "Teen2Queen in 3-5 Minutes...", and let your inner and outer beauty shine through. As Sharon Lynn would say, "Chill out! You can do it!"

2. Teen Beauty - From Average to Awesome in 3-5 Minutes!

With all the beauty magazines, advertisements, books, and TV commercials that offer advice on how to look good, it's not surprising that teens and young women are confused. What makes some girls stand out and others blend into the crowd? The answer for Brittany Spears isn't necessarily the answer for you! Many average girls think a full blown, expensive make-over is necessary, but all they really need is to maintain a positive attitude, learn the simple Teen2Queen techniques, and use a good set of beauty tools. Sharon Lynn's new book, "Teen2Queen in 3-5 Minutes… A Crash Course on Make-up, Hair, and Nails" will show you how.

Start by taking a good, honest look at yourself in the mirror. The first thing you'll probably notice is your hair. It's the one accessory you never take off, and it sets the tone for the rest of your appearance. Has your hair been styled for your face by an experienced stylist or simply cut? There's a big difference. Style will give style. Then focus on your face and make-up. Sharon Lynn's advice is to keep it simple. When you use mascara, blush, and lipstick, remember that less is more - especially if you're unsure about your application technique. Next, take a good look at your hands. Do your nails look like you just dug the Lincoln Tunnel? Get out the emery boards, some quick dry enamel, and follow the easy, step-by-step manicure described in the book. Last but not least is your wardrobe. It doesn't have to be anything outrageous. Even jeans and a simple t-shirt look good with a fabulous head of hair, tasteful make-up, and manicured nails. Add faux diamond earrings and voila!

3. Local Author Advises Teens How to Go From Frumpy to Phenomenal

Local author, Sharon Lynn, has spent over ten years working as a stylist and merchandiser in the fashion and home furnishings industries. She's a licensed cosmetologist and holds a degree in fashion from the University of Bridgeport. In her first business venture, she capitalized on her passion for style by launching The Beautiful Woman, a head-to-toe consulting service.

Ms. Lynn has helped women of all ages learn how to maximize their personal style through more effective cosmetic, hair, and wardrobe techniques. She especially enjoys working with teenage girls and young women and is currently giving beauty and fashion advice on the Internet at www.thestudentcenter.org and on her own website at www.teen2queen.com. The latter is updated regularly and is a great source of beauty information for teens. It includes Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and a shopping link for purchase of make-up tools, beauty products, Teen2Queen t-shirts, books, and more.

4. Bad Hair Day? Go from Bleak to Chic in 1 Minute

Just about everyone has experienced "bad hair days", but they are especially hard on teens and young women. Bad hair days always seem to come at the worst possible times, and they usually take a major toll on teen confidence. Sharon Lynn's new book, "Teen2Queen in 3-5 Minutes… A Crash Course on Make-up, Hair, and Nails", won't guarantee that you'll never have another bad hair day, but it will give you lots of simple tips and techniques to minimize the negative impact.

The causes of bad hair days typically vary from person to person, but the most common is a hairdo that just isn't doing what is expected. Is it too straight? Too curly? Too much frizz? All of these problems can be resolved by using better products to manage the hair. Does your hairstyle accentuate the wrong facial features? The right hair stylist might help solve that issue with a new style that complements the shape of your face. Do you have all the tools but still can't get good results? Maybe a little help with the proper techniques is all you need.

In any case, "Teen2Queen in 3-5 Minutes…" provides teens and young women with the tips, tools, and techniques that can take the frustration and mystery out of looking beautiful. This book is simple and easy to read and provides real solutions to the real beauty problems faced by today's teens and young women.

5. The Antidote to Teen Clown Face Make-up!

Teens and young women are continuously exposed to ads, magazine headlines, TV commercials, and movie star endorsements touting new and better beauty products. How do they learn what will work best for them and how to properly apply it? Some teens may ask their parents, but most will ask their friends. How do they learn? Think about it. Perhaps that is why there is so much misinformation out there when it comes to beauty! Now there is an alternative. It's a new book from author Sharon Lynn called "Teen2Queen in 3-5 Minutes... A Crash Course on Make-up, Hair, and Nails". It's a quick, no-nonsense beauty book for teens and young women designed to build confidence and address their beauty issues.

Ms. Lynn understands the beauty frustrations of today's teens, and her book provides real solutions using full color illustrations and step-by-step instructions punctuated with humor and personality. The transformation from average teen to beauty queen shouldn't take an enormous amount of time, effort, or make-up! It's not rocket science. It's all about attitude, learning the Teen2Queen techniques, and having a good set of tools. Parents and their teens will find this book entertaining and enlightening.

Author Bio

Sharon Lynn graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Bridgeport with a degree in fashion. She is a licensed cosmetologist and has spent over ten years working as a stylist and merchandiser in the fashion and home furnishings industries. In her first business venture, Sharon capitalized on her passion for style by launching The Beautiful Woman, a head-to-toe consulting service. She has since helped women of all ages learn how to maximize their personal style through more effective cosmetic, hair, and wardrobe techniques.

Sharon especially enjoys working with teenage girls and young women, and she is currently giving beauty and fashion advice on the Internet at www.thestudentcenter.org and on her own website at www.teen2queen.com. In her new book entitled "Teen2Queen in 3-5 Minutes…", Sharon captures the essence of her style advice and provides an easy to follow, crash course for teens and young women on make-up, hair, and nails.

Interview Questions

1. What makes this book different from other beauty books on the market?

2. You've called Teen2Queen a "glam experience" for teens. What do you mean?

3. How are you using the Internet to reach the teen market?

4. Why is this book and your advice helpful for both teens and their parents?

5. How important is attitude in the transformation from teen to beauty queen?

6. What are the major factors that every young woman needs in order to master her own unique look?

7. How can teens and young women benefit from reading your book?

8. You have a strong background in cosmetology and fashion. Why did you write your first book for teens and young women? Can anyone else benefit from your advice?

9. Why doesn't your book focus more on skin care?

10. Do you believe in plastic surgery for teens?

Contact Information

Teen2Queen, LLC
Ph: (203) 260-6430
Fax: (203) 331-8595
Email: 2006@teen2queen.com