Tuesday, December 11, 2007

Superwag Coleen launches controversial style book for 10-year-olds

Coleen McLoughlin is launching a controversial guide with top tips to look glamorous and beautiful - for children as young as 10.

The fiancee of Manchester United and England ace Wayne Rooney, 22, has signed a new deal with publishers HarperCollins to write a series of childrens books called, 'Coleen Style Queen'.

The range of books will feature short stories about a young fictional character inspired by McLoughlin's childhood.
Superwag Coleen launches controversial style book for 10-year-olds

Children's author: Coleen will give 10-year-olds advice on style and make-up

The schoolgirl will face a series of fashion challenges and dilemmas throughout her school years.

The first two books in the series will be launched in Spring 2008.

The books will mirror Coleen's early life with her family, friends and relationships with boys.

But it is likely to provoke reaction from parents who feel children aged under 12 should not be getting tips on beauty and fashion.

Coleen also has three non-fiction books due to hit the shops next year based around her 'Real Style' reality show.

The first, called 'Coleen's Real Style' will out in September.

Superwag Coleen launches controversial style book for 10-year-olds

Stylish: Coleen and Wayne

Coleen said: "I had a great experience working with the team at HarperCollins on my last book and really enjoyed the whole process. When they approached me about the possibility of extending the contract I was delighted."

Mario Santo, the managing director of HarperCollins Children's Books, added: "Coleen is a well known, well loved celebrity and a style icon for the teen generation. We are very pleased to welcome her to the world of children's books. We share her passion, enthusiasm and creative vision for this new series and look forward to expanding her publishing portfolio to a younger audience."

And speaking in this week's Closer magazine, the 21-year-old model said: "I'll write three non-fiction books, starting with one called Coleen's Real Style, out next autumn.

"And Harper, who published my book this year are doing a series of books for 10-12 year-olds called Coleen Style Queen, giving tips to youngsters."

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