Claire Mysko
"Girls Inc. Presents: You're Amazing! A No-Pressure Guide to Being Your Best Self"

Female
31 years old
BROOKLYN, New York
United States



Last Login: 11/14/2008
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  http://www.myspace.com/youreamazingbook  

    Claire Mysko's Interests
BooksA few of my current favorite authors: Sarah Dessen, Justina Chen Headley, Melissa Walker, Sarah Burningham, Nancy Redd

And a few of my all-time favorite authors: Judy Blume, E.L. Konigsberg, Beverly Cleary, bell hooks, Katha Pollitt, Jean Kilbourne, Natalie Angier


     Claire Mysko's Details
Status:Married
Zodiac Sign:Sagittarius



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   Claire Mysko's Blurbs
About me:
I'm a writer, speaker, and consultant specializing in girls' and women's issues. Check out my website at clairemysko.com.

My book for girls, Girls Inc. Presents: You're Amazing! A No-Pressure Guide to Being Your Best Self is out now!

"A great tool to help tween girls prepare for and overcome school drama, friend drama, and even a bit of body drama!"
--Nancy Redd, New York Times bestselling author of BODY DRAMA

"Every girl is amazing and this easy-to-follow guide helps girls finally believe it--and live it--for themselves! You're Amazing! is a must-read, interactive book for every girl and girl advocate who wants to bust past 'the supergirl dilemma' to become her super best self instead. This heartfelt book ultimately shows girls that they're not alone in the pressures they face and reveals how they can choose what they really want. It is both a revelation and a revolution!"
--Courtney Macavinta, founder of RespectRx.com and co-author of Respect: A Girl's Guide to Getting Respect & Dealing When Your Line Is Crossed

"I'm buying this book for every girl I know. Actually, make that every girl and woman I know. Claire Mysko pinpoints all the things that can erode self-confidence in this age group and then shows you what to do about them. You're Amazing! deals with adolescence with the same thoughtfulness and care that Mary Pipher's Reviving Ophelia did. Two words for this book: it's amazing."
--Hannah Seligson, author of New Girl on the Job: Advice from the Trenches

"If only every book for girls had a message like this one. Claire Mysko and Girls Inc. share an essential message of self-worth with smarts and savvy."
--Sarah Burningham, author of How to Raise Your Parents


You’ve heard it all before: Get good grades. Keep your room clean. Wear the right clothes. Try new extracurricular activities. And why don’t you have a boyfriend? All these demands can be mind boggling! What’s a girl to do? Girls Inc. Presents: You’re Amazing! is a guide to help you deal with the amount of pressure you endure to be “perfect.” In this fun and enthusiastic, not-your-mother’s book, you’ll get advice on not-so-easy topics, including how to:
* deal with stereotypes and cliques
* figure out the best way to balance school and a social life
* navigate the crushes and dating world
* find a place in your family

Packed with guidance from older teens, female role models, and activities from Girls Inc. (the organization that inspires girls to be strong, smart, and bold!), this fun to read book is truly a guide to being your very best—and happiest—self.

Featuring tips and personal stories from inspiring girls and women including:
* Ann Shoket, editor-in-chief of Seventeen
* Jess Weiner, self-esteem expert
* SuChin Pak, MTV News correspondent
* Magali Amadei, top model
* Kendall Ciesemier, founder of Kids Caring 4 Kids
* Irene from the Dove Reality Diaries

Check back for more news and updates!

Who I'd like to meet:
Authors, librarians, advocates, and amazing girls!

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Claire Mysko's Friends Comments
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Book Nymph





Oct 22 2008 9:38 PM

Well, right now we are in the middle of our LOVE YOUR BODY WEEK filled with yoga, a movie showing, bake sale, and a couple of other things. We wanted to go to Seneca Falls, but the College didn't want to give us money towards it (right now we only get 100 dollars a YEAR)...so now we can't go.

Next semester we are going to be hosting LUNAFEST which is a small film festival For Women, By Women...and About Women. I just got the approval the other day...and I can not wait.

We also hold smaller events to raise awareness's...like safe sex, breast cancer, the wage gap, voting, abortion, and multiple others. Even though we have our names out there and people know who our group it...the campus doesn't really enjoy us..because we ARE activists and we are blunt.

We actually got yelled at on 9/11 because we decided to hold a candlelight vigil to honors those who died and who are currently fighting. The university, as well as every state University in PA, decided that it should not be done because it can harbor bad feelings and promote hate. Believe me...we are quite pissed off.

So..basically...the student body loves us...the state does not and this is why we only get 100 bucks a year and they try to hold us back with everything we try to do. Stupid conservative county...lol.
~Crystal Lynn~





Sep 13 2008 2:45 PM

Dear GOD ,

The Lady reading this is Beautiful, Classy, Strong and I LOVE HER. Help
her live her life to the Fullest. Please Promote her and cause her to
Excel above expectations. Help her to Shine in darkest places and Love
where it is impossible to LOVE.

Amen
Tia/The Creativ1





Sep 18 2008 7:28 PM

Award Flyer
djlo





Sep 4 2008 1:54 AM

hi Babe so good to c u in LA please come back soon and keep up the good work! We NEED YOUUUUU !!!
I am all good let..s catch up soon
Lxoxoxox
Jennifer: YA Librarian for Otis Library





Sep 5 2008 11:08 PM

it is about an eating disorder, but i forgot that it comes out in April...I luckily got an ARC
Tempestt { Book and Music Reviewer }





Aug 31 2008 11:13 PM

Hello Clarie,
"You're amazing" seems like a great book, one all young girls should read.
I really want to read it!
The Book Girl Reviews





Aug 19 2008 2:13 PM

Thanks for the add! Hope you like the site :-) Have a great day!
Bumperboy





Aug 18 2008 5:49 AM

Awe, thank you very much, Claire!
ANNETTE, 2 BLESSED 2 B STRESSED!!!





Aug 6 2008 8:36 PM

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Lisa McMann





Aug 5 2008 4:50 PM

See you tomorrow! Books of Wonder, people. 6pm. Be there!

xo
I Am Good Enough For Me!





Aug 1 2008 6:54 PM

Thanks for adding me!
Blessings,
McCarley
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In Bed With Books





Aug 1 2008 6:26 PM

Thanks for friending me! The book looks wonderful!
Gerb





Aug 1 2008 1:08 PM

Hey, there, Claire!!! Thanks for participating in the Freebie Friday! I'll see you Wednesday!

Linda
Lisa McMann





Jul 30 2008 1:27 AM

Hey Claire! I'm just catching up on comments -- glad you liked the Ypulse panels and I knew you were there in SF, but did we actually meet or not? (I think I'm losing my mind)

Whatever the case, I can't wait to see you in NYC for our signing next week! Woot!
Melissa Walker





Jul 29 2008 7:12 PM

how did you get that event thing to send out? is there a way to send to all friends, or do you have to choose each one individually? i'm myspace dumb.
Cheryl





Jul 29 2008 2:55 AM

Thanks for the add!
Melissa Walker





Jul 23 2008 3:34 AM

same here! i'm going to read the book soon, and then let's get a beer and talk shop!
Sisters in Strength





Jul 11 2008 7:35 PM



GGE presents
3rd Annual Gender Equality Festival
Saturday July 19, 2008

10 am – 3pm, FREE!
Von King Park (Tompkins Park), Bedstuy, Brooklyn
Between Tompkins + Marcy at Lafayette

A free public event open to all New Yorkers – over 100 community artists, organizations, and local politicians - inspirational performances, resource sharing, and the arts! Bring your family and friends to celebrate a day of Singers, Dancers, Poets, Community, Raffles, and more!

Then join us afterwards…




After Party Fundraiser!
Get Down 2 Get Up, feat.
DJ Ingie Pop & Tikka Masala

Doors at 9pm, Sliding scale
Donation – $10 - $5, 21 + up with ID
At Sputnik Bar, 262 Taaffe Place, Brooklyn
G train to Classon Ave.

For more info go to - http://www. ggenyc. org/co-events. php
Zulmara





Jul 10 2008 3:08 AM

Hope you are having a great week...

Check out my new guest blog and contest on Art by Latina Artists...

Hope you come by and leave a comment and join the group...

http://arteabla. ning. com/profiles/blog/list?user=2tbujv28bu748

ADELANTE!!!

Zulmara
Jessica Anya Blau





Jul 8 2008 5:41 PM

Hi Claire,
I got your book--it's wonderful!
My kids are away for summer stuff, so I passed this copy onto a friend with a daughter.
Best,
jessica
Angie





Jul 2 2008 3:42 PM

Hey Claire, your book is so inspiring! As an aunt of a niece, I have to thank you so much for writing the books you do.


ANNETTE, 2 BLESSED 2 B STRESSED!!!





Jun 20 2008 2:13 PM

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MyHotComments HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!!
Zulmara





Jun 17 2008 4:20 AM

Check out my story on the DREAM NOOK...

http://profile. myspace. com/index. cfm?fuseaction=user. viewprofile&friendid=279934940

My story of my first publication that was not in a professional journal is in the dream nook at Writer's Together...

A big thanks to both the Amazing M and Cindy for all they do for uniting, supporting, and helping all writers...

Besos y abrazos a todos...this made my night, no my day, no my WEEK...

mil gracias...otra vez...for all you do...

Zulmara
Melissa Walker





Jun 16 2008 2:30 AM

Your blog isn't letting me post! But here's what I said:
Love this idea! I did a body image story at ELLEgirl a few years ago and I'm still proud of it:

http://www. melissacwalker. com/media/ellegirl-loveyourbody. jpg

Thanks for posting this!
Zulmara





Jun 16 2008 2:16 AM

ooohhh...a copy of your book in hand...what a natural high...

ADELANTE!!!

Zulmara
lauren myracle





Jun 3 2008 4:56 PM

Aw, look at you, you sweetie! SO glad you liked the book--and it was awfully nice meeting you, too!
Jessi