Amy Giles’ debut YA novel “Now is Everything” tackles the issue of parental abuse from a viewpoint many teens might relate to — alternating between wanting to speak out but being afraid to do so. The protagonist, Hadley McCauley, is the eldest daughter in the richest family in town. Her mother drinks too much wine […]
Step Up: High Water is a new series which just debuted on YouTube Red this week. According to the press release: “Starring NE-YO, Naya Rivera and Faizon Love, with music by four-time Grammy® Award-winning singer/songwriter Jason “PooBear” Boyd and “Jingle” Jared Gutstadt, Step Up: High Water focuses on several ambitious young dancers in a contemporary
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You might remember Mandy Harvey, America’s Got Talent season 12 contestant who finished in fourth place despite being deaf. She made such an impression with her voice, story and her ukelele that the normally unfazeable Simon Cowell sent her to the live rounds fast track by pressing the Golden Buzzer. With the final season 13
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One of the characteristics of a successful artist is “hustle.” Although some actors and musicians seem to become hits overnight, in truth there is a lot of work behind building their careers. This means years of acting and voice lessons, paying one’s dues in small productions, and generally “working it” for the love of the
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Okay, its time for this year’s last minute gift guide and giveaway thanks to a few brands who have sent us some swag. We have a few unique goodies to feature, most of which you can still order and have shipped in time for Christmas. If you are hispanic, well then you have even more
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TWK speaks with Milo Manheim, who plays lead zombie Zed in Disney’s upcoming movie Zombies (slated for release in 2018). He talks about his theater background…including what happened when his scene partner went to the bathroom and left him all alone on stage in the middle of a play, his circus performer days, and of
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Sometimes, it feels like browsing YouTube can be hazardous to your (mental) health. Between endless videos of cats doing stupid cat things, to foul-mouthed hipsters being oh-so snarky, to the comment trolls, the world’s most-trafficked video site can be a pretty bleak place if you are looking for entertainment which isn’t laced with endless F-bombs
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Chloe Jane is on a roll. The pop singer, YouTuber and DJ released her debut single called “Superstar” just a few months ago, which was written by Meghan Trainor and The Elev3n (video embedded below) and recently deejayed at one of the most famous nightclubs on the planet: Amnesia on the Spanish island of Ibiza.
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As an MMORPG enthusiast who enjoys peeking into human psyche, I’ve often found that MMOs are perhaps one of the greatest platforms for conducting experiments and observing the many personalities humans possess. Quite frequently, I’ve heard it suggested that MMOs harbor toxic environments, rife with trolls and bullies, especially in guild culture. In this article,
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Funimation, America’s leading licensor/distributor of Japanese Anime, held a VIP premiere of Fairy Tail:Dragon Cry at the Ricardo Montalban Theater in Hollywood Thursday the 10th of August. In attendance were plenty of the cast of the English dub, including Todd Haberkorn (Natsu Dragneel), Cherami Leigh (Lucy Heartfilia), Nathan Sharp (Gapri), and Christina Vee (Swan). Also
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There’s nothing better than relaxing with your favorite movie. While watching the movie itself is pretty great, there’s also plenty of ways to make the experience even better than it normally is. Movie theaters are cool, but they have become pretty expensive lately. Factor in the price of a ticket and concessions, and you are
Packing for a long trip or a weekend getaway isn’t easy for everyone. On top of making sure you have the right clothes for different types of weather, you also have to think about outfits for a variety of occasions, like a day of sightseeing or a night out on the town. But have no
If Bohemian looks are your style, keep reading to find out which “Boho Trends” are becoming the most popular in 2017. Kimono Style Cardigan with Tassels Made from incredibly comfy and light fabrics, this is a fashion that was originally worn in Japan, but is very quickly making quite a comeback in 2017. The wide
Check out a behind the scenes look at Pretty Little liars sets and props on the Warner Bros Studio tour with Shay Mitchell, Sasha Pieterse, and showrunner Marlene King. The props will be on display until August 15,, 2017, so hurry if you want to see them in person! Host: Keira Pena http://instagram.com/keirapena Follow Teens
Sneakers, or trainers, are shoes designed primarily for training and exercising purposes, but evolved to be worn as casual footwear over time. These shoes have a flexible sole and an upper part, both of which are made of either rubber or leather and are comfortable for physical activities such as running or jumping because they
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Summer has always been the most exciting time of year when it comes to trying on the new beauty trends for the season. Warm, breezy days and turquoise waters, colorful gardens and lush lawns mean thinner, wispy fabrics to wrap our bodies in. Our makeup and hair can go wild and free for evening parties
TEEN DANCE COMEDY “BREAKING LEGS” TO RELEASED ON VOD & DVD APRIL 25th, 2017 With Spring in full swing, and the end of the school year fast approaching, its time to start daydreaming about summer. And what better way to get started then with a movie that reminds you just how gnarly the whole high
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Pop band Forever in Your Mind, consisting of Liam Attridge (age 17), Ricky Garcia (age 18) and Emery Kelly (age 19), has released its latest single “Smooth” today, along with another, more serious track called “Missing.” The L.A.-based trio is on a roll, having toured North America on the 2015 DigiTour alongside Demi Lovato. One
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The 23-year-old Colombian Reggaeton singer, songwriter and record producer Maluma added to his sold out concert dates with stop in Los Angeles California on March 26th. Nothing to be too surprised of — after all, he sold out every city on his first official US tour, a total of 14 cities! I was lucky to
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Okay procrastinators, you have about 10 days until Christmas and still have no idea what to get your friends, your little brother, or even a teacher? Well, we have put together a few ideas for you. Most are super affordable, with a few premium items thrown in the mix for those who can splurge. To spice
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You’ve just been invited to the party of the year. All of your friends – including your longtime crush – will be there! Excitedly, you run to your closet, but your heart sinks. What will you wear? Everything you see is either outdated, worn too often, or ugly. The panic sets in as you come
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and lots of artists are releasing work to spread the message that bullying is not acceptable, and that to accept yourself for who you are despite other’s opinions or mean words is the most empowering thing you can do. Los Angeles-based pop duo, Honey and Jude, have just released
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Singer and songwriter Caroline Romano, while just beginning her career, has already performed alongside the likes of Shawn Mendes, Kelsea Ballerina, Frankie Ballard and Daya. Despite her achievements, Caroline is just like any other teenage girl, capable of insecurities and body image worries. This is reflected in her latest song “Inside” from her recently released
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Funimation released Doamygar-D, The Complete Series on DVD this week. It is available at most major retailers and Amazon. The series, which comes with Japanese subtitles, concerns the exploits of a young candy maker who discovers an enormous mecha (robot suit) in the basement of the sweets shop he inherited from his family. He soon
There is nothing better than watching a horror flick while curled up with someone you like. That’s why they make such great picks for dates. ‘The Forest’ is a perfect example of a film that makes for a fun night out. It tells the story of a woman who sets out to find her twin
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Okay, we know what most teens really want is probably a new iPhone or one of those nifty hoverboard thingys which everybody seems to be riding these days…but you probably don’t have that kind of cheddar in your bank account to afford to buy them for your besties, right? With that in mind, check out
British girl group sensations and X-Factor winners Little Mix caught up with our friends at Sweety High at Radio Disney Studios to talk all things ‘Get Weird’! Watch their EXCLUSIVE VIDEO and check out Little Mix showing off their dance moves with Sweety High in celebration of their new album, ‘Get Weird’ before performing at
Disney-Hyperion has released three new titles as part of their Fairy Tale 2.0 campaign, each with a unique twist on popular stories: A Whole New World, Red’s Untold Tale, and A Frozen Heart. To enter to win our Fairy Tale 2.0 Prize Pack, scroll down. But first, let’s check out the new titles! A FROZEN
Here’s a quick Q & A with Brady Reiter from Nickelodeon’s hit show 100 Things to Do Before High School. What’s in a name? For Brady Reiter, star of the new “100 Things To Do Before High School,” hers has to do with an iconic TV show. “My parents were both married before and we
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DanceOn’s Dance Showdown returns for Season 4 on October 13th, 2015 and we got a sneak peek at the action with a behind the scenes tour of the set where we spoke with some of the contestants and judges. Make sure you subscribe to DanceOn so you don’t miss a show! https://www.youtube.com/user/DanceOn Interviews: Gabbie Hanna,
“I have feelings I can’t tell anybody hidden deep in a shell inside of my heart. But, really, I want to shout it out…my honest feelings like a beautiful anthem is waiting to break free.”Jun is a girl whose words have been sealed away. She was once a very happy girl, but because of a
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14-year old Isabela Moner, star of Nickelodeon’s “100 Things To Do Before High School,” is releasing her debut, 12-track album called Stopping Time tomorrow, September 18, which will be available on iTunes, Amazon.com, BroadwayRecords.com and other retailers. The album is a mix of both originals, such as the first single “Dream About Me” which she
Some of you might be happy that beach and barbecue season is just about over and sweater weather is almost here. But we are sure that a few of you out there are feeling a bit glum about summer being nearly over. So, to cheer everyone up, we are doing one last product roundup and
Boruto:Naruto the Movie is the highly anticipated anime film based on author Masashi Kishimoto’s manga and directed by Hiroyuki Yamashita. Slated for release across 80 cities in the US and Canada on October 10th, 2015, fans can find out more and purchase tickets by visiting the ElevenArts website. Boruto: Naruto the Movie Synopsis “With Naruto
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Forever for a Year is a new book (released July 7th) for the more mature teens out there, one which will resonate with many who have already experienced the clumsiness of freshman year and the awkwardness of their first love. It is the debut novel from playwright & filmmaker B.T. Gottfred, an up-close-and-personal, first-love story
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Summer is officially here…YAY! Of course, that means we have stuff to give away from some great brands…DOUBLE YAY! While we are getting some stuff together for the guys for another giveaway, this one is perfect for any teen girl who wants to add some pizzazz to her personal style this beach season. Let’s check
We received a pair of Nerf Rebelle 10 Mile FRS Walkie Talkies for review, and we have to say we really enjoyed using them. Let’s check out some of the specs and what we liked, and didn’t like, about these units. The walkie talkies are small, and are easily usable by even little kids. The
Summer is here and school’s out for most teens…but that doesn’t mean you have to give up the books! In order to keep your mind sharp, we recommend reading at least one book a month during vacation. To help you out, we are giving away a whopping TEN titles right now in a variety of
Barely Lethal, the new teen action movie directed by Kyle Newman and starring Hailee Steinfeld, Samuel L. Jackson, Jessica Alba, Sophie Turner, Dove Cameron and Thomas Mann opens theatrically on May 29th, and Teens Wanna Know covered the press conference for the film held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills. Scroll down to
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SkyBell is a Wi-Fi enabled video doorbell that comes with an app that allows you to see who’s at your door (and talk to them) through a live video feed to your iOS and Android mobile devices, even if you are in another country! Pretty cool idea, right? Here are some of the features: advanced
For those of us who want a bit of color in time for Graduation without exposure to dangerous UV rays, Tropic Spa Home Mist Tanning System promises a solution. The way the system works is pretty ingenious. You first charge the unit’s batteries (takes about half a day), and then load it up with six
Feeling nostalgic for your ballet days as a little girl? Or maybe you just want some super comfy flats that are suitable for both just lounging around or a stroll around the mall? Then check out the ballet flats made by Linge Shoes! What we like about them: High quality, soft and supple leather Stretchy
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THE ISLE OF THE LOST is the prequel to “Descendants,” the upcoming live-action adventure comedy film premiering on Disney Channel this summer. Its a new novel, released May 5th, about the little known teenage children of Disney’s most infamous villains from bestselling author Melissa de la Cruz. Evil tree. Bad Apple? Twenty years ago, all
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To win this great prize pack, courtesy of Disney Hyperion, keep reading! EVERY LAST WORD By Tamara Ireland Stone In stores June 16th About the Book: If you could read my mind, you wouldn’t be smiling. Samantha McAllister looks just like the rest of the popular girls in her junior class. But hidden beneath the
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The following is a guest post from James Johnson. A few years ago, news broke out that teens now spend nearly a third of their day on their phones, engaged in a variety of activities from texting to watching videos, checking social media, and of course, playing various games. Later that same year, U.S. Department
The following is a sponsored post. Graduation is coming up, and for many of you, this is the biggest moment of your life so far. This means its time to celebrate! If you are looking to hit graduation parties in style, or want a way to stand out from the crowd in the fall once
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With Prom season well underway and Graduation right around the corner, it’s time to highlight some great products to keep your skin in “primo” condition for some of the most memorable times of your life. And, of course, these great brands have also provided some GIVEAWAY SWAG…you can enter to win all of these great
So Help Me God – Kanye West What We Know: The follow-up to West’s polarizing industrial hip-hop album Yeezus, So Help Me God has been described by Ye during a Power 105.1 interview as “bars, songs, cookout music that just feels good … This album is embracing the music, joy. Being of service to
So Nickelodeon’s Kids Choice Awards are happening this weekend, and to celebrate, Nick and Toyota partnered to set up some fun activities at Hollywood and Highland this week — so of course we went to check out the action and GET SLIMED! Scroll down for the video of our junior reporter Keira Pena getting just
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Pop/Rock duo Karmin, comprised of members Amy Heidemann and Nick Noonan and best known for their mega-hit “Brokenhearted” which was played everywhere, released a new music video last night for “Along the Road.” It’s a cool addition to a pretty funky collection of music videos from the pair, who recently parted ways with their label
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Now that winter is past in most of the country, it is time to celebrate one of our favorite seasons – spring! And what better way to do that than with a giveaway? Here we have several titles that we are going to give away to one lucky winner; let’s take a look at what’s
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So we became fans of After Romeo after we interviewed them back in November (you can see that video at the bottom of this page), but we didn’t realize just how talented each individual member was. Take Blake English for instance. Not only can he dance and sing pop music, but he also has a
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In this precisely edited video, Barack Obama appears to sing every line of Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off.” So funny! Check out more from the creator here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvHn0MTf40rdEQu6Y2yNL5g
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Fans of Brandon Sanderson’s The Reckoners Series who had been anxiously awaiting the release of the Book 2 were no doubt thrilled that Firefight hit the market a couple of weeks ago. And Teens Wanna Know is teaming up with Random House to give away a free copy of Firefight PLUS Book One, Steelheart and a MOPHIE PORTABLE CHARGER! Scroll down
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Alright, let’s say you have very little time for Christmas shopping and are out of ideas and don’t have too much cash lying around. Don’t worry. We have compiled a few of the best items sent to us for review, all but one of them under $50, which you can either purchase for your fellow
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Earlier this week, Teens Wanna Know’s junior reporter Keira Peña got the chance to mingle with some dedicated animal lovers and a celeb or two at the soft launch for ZuGoPet held at a private mansion in Beverly Hills. What is ZuGoPet? It is a dog car seat/pet bed/travel bag combo invented by Juls Bindi.
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Daphne Blunt is a teen actress, host, singer, and blogger who also just happens to have a bit of an obsession with all things fashion. You might have spotted her interviewing celebrities such as The Vamps for Fanlala.com, or heard her on Radio Disney’s “My Dream” where she played Kayla — or perhaps you saw
It’s hard to resist the draw of the bling. Shiny stones and gleaming metal are especially prized during the holiday gift-giving season. And one company is making it easy, to give your jewelry-loving friends and family (or yourself) a monthly fix of some nice pieces at a very affordable price. Cate & Chloe offer their
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Fans of New York Times Best-selling Author Jennifer Donnelly’s Deep Blue have been anxiously awaiting the second book in The Waterfire Saga, called Rogue Wave. Well, soon their wait will be over, as the book is slated for a January 6th release date. For readers new to the series, the first book Deep Blue introduces
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Walt Disney Animation Studios does it again. Continuing their energized creative streak after their smash hits Frozen and Wreck-It Ralph, the studio just released Big Hero 6 — and it doesn’t disappoint. The film, based on a heretofore little-known Marvel comic, centers around 14-year old robotics prodigy Hiro, who enjoys hustling others for cash at
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As a longtime journalist, Victoria Griffith has explored many diverse topics, including the Yanomami Indians, space exploration, and the human genome. Now she brings some of her life experience, including living in Brazil and exploring environmental issues, to present her first YA novel called Amazon Burning. We got to ask Victoria a few interview questions,
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Its almost our favorite time of the year – Holiday season! We just love spending time with family members and friends, and eating all that good food is a bonus. Another bonus is, of course, PRESENTS! If you are looking for something cool for yourself, or perhaps want to impress someone with a gift that
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Thousands of teenagers come to Hollywood every year in the hopes of launching a successful show business career. Only a small handful ever establish themselves, despite so many possessing tremendous talent in acting, music, dance and related skills. So what is missing for the rest of them? Apart from the fact that there is an
With everybody texting and tweeting these days, communication often lacks the personal touch. A new set of postcards by a bunch of hip designers from both coasts can help bring some of that back, however. Keep Fresh, Stay Rad by Friends of Type is a set of 100 cards featuring epic designs and messages
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Fans of Marie Lu’s Legend Trilogy have a reason to get excited, as her new book, The Young Elites, is slated for release October 7th. To celebrate, Teens Wanna Know is holding another GIVEAWAY! But first, let’s explore the new book: Some hate us, think us outlaws to hang at the gallows. Some fear us,
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One of the negative things about celebrities is the seemingly capricious and irresponsible way that many of them spend their money. In fact, a surprising number of musicians, actors, and sports stars are either flat-out broke or heading there — despite earning MILLIONS during their heydays. A new documentary explores why this happens, and why
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A new tour is hitting middle schools, high schools and other venues starting this month, and it carries a strong message for teens: bullying is not cool. The Teen Nation Tour (TNT) is a 90-minute program which features up-and-coming recording artists from a variety of musical genres such as pop, country, and rock. In addition
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Age 11 is a bittersweet time. It is an age where one is not yet jaded and can still maintain an optimism and idealism about the world, while also becoming faintly aware of how scary and unjust it can be. It is truly the last year of unbridled innocence, the last hurrah of being a
Going to college for the first time is mixture of fear and excitement. On the one hand you are about to be FREE and unsupervised by your parents (yippee!), while on the other you are now entering a world where you will be responsible for most of what happens to you. The problem is…no one
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What does it take to get back your faith — in yourself? In Rumble, the latest book from #1 New York Times Bestselling YA Author Ellen Hopkins, the main character — 18-year-old Matthew Turner — attempts to find out, as he deals with the recent suicide of his homosexual little brother, his parents’ difficult marriage,
What better way to start the school year off than with some free sports gear? Well, enter our EZ photo caption contest below and you could be a winner! Prep Sportswear is giving away $50 in customized sports gear perfect for back to school. They have two cool new collections this season, including their Tonal
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Teens looking for something to creep themselves out should check out the new film available on VOD this week, At the Devil’s Door. The movie begins with realtor Leigh, played by Colombian actress Catalina Sandino Moreno (Maria Full of Grace), encountering an uninvited visitor while performing a home inspection of an otherwise empty home. The
Looking for a little mindless entertainment but your phone can’t squeeze even one more app in its memory? Try the mobile app section at MyRealGames.com. From the press release: Nikolai Veselov, of MyRealGames, says, “Tablet devices are proving to be incredibly popular among gamers, and our selection of fantastic mobile games are perfect for those
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Melissa Carcache, who plays school nurse “Lily” on Nickelodeon’s hit television series ‘Every Witch Way’, showed her non-witchy ways at a recent special premiere screening of the show for hospitalized kids at Miami Children’s Hospital. In addition to showing the premiere of the 2nd season, she delighted the kids by signing autographs and posing for
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So we recently had the chance to play around with a couple of apps which came out earlier this month for the iPhone and iPad which promise to teach all about the constellations in a non-coma-inducing way. For those who were in a coma during science class and don’t know what we are talking about,
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Ventura County celebrities Sade Champagne and Lisa Lewolt are partnering up with the Grizzly Booster Club to launch, the first ever “Power Of A Dream Music Festival at the Fresno Save Mart Center in Fresno CA., Saturday August 30, 2014 from 6pm-10pm, a charity event to raise funds for the expansion project, a field for
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Pop/R&B artist Travis Miller has released his debut full-length album “Shine” today. For those unfamiliar with him, his voice sounds a bit like Justin Timberlake meets Robin Thicke, without being a copy of them. He has his own signature, and leans more towards soul than pop. While there are a few tracks that you can
We recently received a review copy of “Color Me Girl Crush” by Mel Elliott, who has written “Color Me Swoon” and “Color Me Good:Ryan Gosling.” In her latest book, published by Penguin and releasing on June 3rd, the author has put together a set of illustrations depicting the most influential women in popular culture, including:
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With Memorial Day celebrations out of the way, its time to focus on summer. And this includes summer fashion! Here are some select cute summer outfits for both tween and teen girls, with a few modeled by our very own junior red carpet interviewer Keira Peña! The Daisy Petal girls party tee, shown above in
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It must be nice to wake up everyday as Abigail Gibbs! “Autumn Rose” is the 2nd installment of the “Dark Heroine Series” by the British teen author. The first book in the series “The Dark Heroine: Dinner With a Vampire” was a resounding success on the Wattpad platform, which led to Gibbs landing a six-figure,
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Anchor Bay Films and The Weinstein Company’s PG-13 rated VAMPIRE ACADEMY is hitting stores on May 20, 2014. The movie, available on BLU-RAY, DVD and digital download, is based on the Vampire Academy book series by New York Time best-selling author Richelle Mead, directed by MEAN GIRLS helmer Mark Waters and stars the relatively unknown
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So we are a bit behind the times we guess, and have just discovered that superstar (and teen fave) Bruno Mars has four singing sisters (yes, real-life sisters). They call themselves The Lylas, which is an acronym for “Love You Like a Sister.” They had a TV show and everything. Anyway, Bruno has written a
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By Allie Costa I love music. I’m liable to burst into song at any given moment (and yes, I take requests!) Even when I don’t have music playing on the radio, there’s still music playing in my mind. So it’s no wonder that I like creating playlists for characters and shows I’m working on and
You all know the Build-a-Bear Workshop brand: they are the stores found in malls across America and the rest of the world where you get to assemble your very own customizable teddy bear. Well, this company is giving back to the community with two initiatives that will reward charity-minded youth who are making the world
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Earlier this year, we reported that comedian and actor Jack Black became the first participant in the Farmers Insurance “Thank a Million Teachers” campaign by personally thanking his former teacher Debbie Devine (scroll down for video). “Thank a Million Teachers” encourages people of all ages to thank the teachers who made a difference in their
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If you haven’t noticed from our celebrity interview web series, in addition to celebrities and the great music, movies, TV shows, and other creative stuff they do, we are also big fans of good news, charity and community work, and supporting positive social causes. We also love when companies give back to the community in
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For teens who possess that entrepreneurial spirit, working at the local burger joint or clothing store at the mall just isn’t going to cut it. Rather than slave away for minimum wage while being micromanaged by a cranky boss, those with some design skills can turn that into moolah by uploading their designs to Redbubble.
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We received a sample of a relatively new product called Disruptus, and decided to review it for you teens out there looking for a fun game to entertain yourselves that involves actual face-to-face human interaction, as opposed to staring at a glowing rectangle all day (aka your iPhones). According to the maker, Funnybone Toys, “Disruptus™
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We received a sample of a pretty clever little device that provoked a “why didn’t anyone think of this before” response. Introducing the Finders Key Purse (sounds like “finder’s keepers,” get it?) invented by former airline attendant Sandy Stein of West Hills, CA with some heavenly inspiration The device simply consists of a curved piece
Singer Cher Lloyd performed a few of her hits at Star Magazine’s Hollywood Rocks Event on Wednesday at supperclub in Hollywood, and the executive producers of Teens Wanna Know were there to check it out. First, visitors were greeted with healthy, all-you-can drink portions of Jamba Juice, including all-natural shots of lemon and ginger to
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Deejaying a small get-together wirelessly using an iPad or smartphone seems like a pretty cool idea, right? Well, check out this Bluetooth beauty from Tego Audio which allows you to do just that. The CERA Wireless Portable Speaker from Tego Audio quickly pairs with your device and delivers big sound from a small, futuristic-looking device.
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Nothing is worse than having your kid brother or sister take over your Netflix account and add the latest Barney episodes to your queue. It certainly messes up your recommendations, doesn’t it?! And you never know just what kind of content they are going to stumble upon — you really don’t need to hear the
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Southern California continues to be arguably the most important breeding ground for independent music careers. The sheer amount of talent here — from singers, songwriters, rappers, and dancers to filmmakers and music producers — makes it hard to keep up with all the releases and pick out favorites. Up and coming artist Travis Miller’s new
Launching a business is hard enough. Launching a business which challenges long-ingrained gender fashion archetypes is even harder. Girls Will Be is a clothing brand that aims to do just that, by producing clothing that avoids the stereotypical pink-and-glitter so common in girls’ clothing, while still remaining uniquely feminine. We asked one of the founders,
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It’s prom season, and we know how important it is to look your best on the big night. Dr. Vish Banthia, Founder and Chief Medical Officer of ZendyBeauty, provides some DIY solutions that will help your face radiate with a healthful glow without breaking the bank. Note: Zendybeauty connects visitors with cosmetic procedure providers. We
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It’s teen superstar Austin Mahone’s 18th birthday today…and his FANS are the ones getting a present! First, he has announced today that he is releasing his long-anticipated “The Secret” on May 27th.The 7 track release (plus bonus tracks) will feature the smash hit single “Mmm Yeah” with Pitbull, as well as collaborations with some of
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Are you a teenager with a little bro or sis that needs a bit of guidance of making good choices? You know, like brushing their teeth before they all fall out or wilt the plants with their bad breath? How about going to sleep early instead of bugging you while you are trying to watch
For those that like to try on new fashions, but dislike the drudgery of changing clothes repeatedly in a cramped, messy dressing room (with a 3 item limit), a new piece of technology just might to change the clothes buying experience for the better. The Virtual Style Pod works by combining a “life-size screen mirror
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Some teens spend countless hours posting narcissistic selfies or manipulating silly birds on their portable devices. Others spend their times flexing their creative muscles and building careers. Cheryl Chan is a teenager who falls into the latter group, having just published a children’s book she has both written and illustrated called “The Thing About Things.”
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The Dare to Dream Music Festival, a charity event to “empower the youth in their dreams and aspirations,” is hitting the Thousand Oaks Teen Center in Thousand Oaks, California on Saturday, April 26th 2014 at 5 p.m. The event is being organized and promoted by entertainer Sade Champagne and is slated to feature “celebrity guest
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