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Bankable Books
Hi everybody…
I’m so EXCITED!! I said I was going to do it, and here it is! It’s for all the girls and guys who want a lot more FANTASY in their lives… and some fierceness and magic, romance and mystery, crazy and wild adventures, and yeah, some danger too. It’s my novel called Modelland (pronounced “Model Land”) that takes you to a fantastical place you’ve never seen, or heard about, or read about before… Where dreams come true and life can change in the blink of a smoky eye. ;)
I think Modelland is going to really touch the dreamer in all of us, whether you’re aged anywhere from 8 to 80. (Please don’t be mad if you’re 7 or 81, but “eight to eighty” sounds better!)
I hope it’s a story everyone will fall in love with. And I know my partners at Random House (whom I love, BTW) are hoping you like it too, since we’re doing not one but a series of THREE Modelland books. Hey, I think you’re going to have fun following the lives of the characters… I won’t tell you their names YET, but I can tell you many of them are based on the real people in my life as well as some of the models I’ve known – both nice and “ice” (Brrrrr…..).
The story happens in a make-believe place called Modelland - every girl in the world wants to go there because it’s where “Intoxibellas” are trained. Intoxibellas are drop-dead beautiful, kick-butt fierce and, yeah, maybe they have some powers too. (But I’m confirming NOTHING! Ha. You gotta wait for the book.) The story follows a teen girl and her friends who find themselves magically transported to Modelland, even though they’re really not supposed to be there. (Okay, now, that’s ALL I’m saying!)
Modelland has always been a part of my mind and my heart. As you might know, I step into a bookstore and I shake (really!) because I love books so much. Ever since I was a kid, I couldn’t wait to pick up a new book and see what worlds the writers had created for me. I especially loved books with strong girls and women – you know, girls with guts, smarts and attitude – and then one day it came to me… MODELLAND! I’m getting it ready for you through my new division called Bankable Books and now I’m shaking for a different reason… I’m excited that you’ll be able to read about this magical world that’s been living in my dreams for so many years.
So, look out for some special things I’ll be doing here at Tyra.com to start getting you ready for Modelland. And stay tuned for more news from my company, Bankable, where we live, eat, breathe, sleep and DREAM about ways to expand the definition of beauty! I can’t wait for us live the dream of Modelland together!
Fierce & Love,
Tyra aka TyTy
Photographer: Sarah Silver
Illustrations: Rob Colavito
Dear Tyra, I'm going to a modeling agency on friday and I'm really scared! I have something that I don't really think any other model has. Vitiligo. I'm scared they won't accept me because of it! Please help!
Tyra I want to publish a book of poetry....please help me. Much love Wanda
Wow !!! I can't wait for your books.
That's awesome!!! When will "Modelland" be available?
Looks like a great book to read!
Well, I'm intrigued! :) I myself am an avid reader, so when this book is released, I will definitely check it out.
Hi tyra i cant wait 4 ur books 2 come out i love 2 read so i know u will come out bangin talk nah!!!!:)
when is your book coming out. I would like a copy of it. It sounds great. I am an avid reader
heey tyra . i always wanted to be a model but we don't have enough money . you and miranda kerr are my idols . i need your help to make my dreams come true .(:
wow Tyra you are so Beautiful, and such a smart, strong woman.. I look up to you, and think you have such a cool, fun personality..keep doing what your doing
I want to be a Model will you please Help Me! I love your show!! You are so BEAUTIFUL!!!
I completely understand your love for books because I feel the same way too. I can't wait for your books to come out. Congrads. :)
im excited! i cant wait to get into it!
hi tyra u are my role model u really touch me in my heart i feel sad because i can't walk but when i watch your show it like i wanna criy i love u tyra
Nice and ice you say ... Naomi is in the book lmao
Cant wait to read all of your books, they sound amazing!!!
Hi Tyra, I was a model once and i want to be one now. Please help me.
OMGOSH can't wait
Hey Tyra, if you love good books with powerful female heroines and a fantastical bent, check out Robin McKinley's books, especially Sunshine and Spindle's End.
when is the next season of americas next top model :)