Let's Party! [Paperback]

Grade 6-10–Like Bells Fearless Fashion (Lobster, 2005), this book begins with a multiple-choice quiz to help readers decipher their style–control chick, improv queen, hostess with the mostess, or over-the-top gal. Once a party personality has been determined, the eight theme parties can be adapted to fit. Although they are not particularly original, they are well suited for the target audience. For each one–Hawaiian luau, spy thriller, beach party, etc.–Bell offers suggestions for food (recipes included), music, invitations, decorations, activities, and party favors. The ideas are fresh and simple enough for the hostess to accomplish on her own, with parents contributing little more than financial support. The busy layout of the cartoon and photo illustrations with colorful margins and backgrounds is reminiscent of popular teen magazines, adding to the adolescent appeal. The book ends with helpful tips about party crashers and parents who hover. This manual is sure to fly off library shelves.–Donna Cardon, Provo City Library, UT
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(ages 10 - 14)  Throwing a party is a great way for girls to express their personalities and celebrate special friendships. Let's Party! provides eight party plans that will reflect one's own unique style. With mix 'n match party ideas, recipes, and troubleshooting tips, this is the perfect guide for any aspiring hostess.

Girls will find lots of positive, original concepts for get-togethers and discover more about themselves through fun personality quizzes in Let's Party! This book also gives parents fresh ideas for planning birthday and holiday parties.

Alison Bell is the author of many books for tween and teens, including the popular "Zibby Payne" series (Lobster Press), and Let's Party! and Fearless Fashion from the "What's Your Style?" series (Lobster Press). Her articles have appeared in magazines such as TEEN, Sassy, YM, Parenting, and Woman's World. She lives in South Pasadena, California. Check out her website, www.alisonbellauthor.com.