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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Being a Model Paperback – August 1, 1999

by Roshumba Williams (Author), Anne M. O'Connor (Author)

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No non-sense, catwalk-savvy advice on breaking into the business--from a supermodel who's no idiot.

Print length

391 pages
Language

English
Publisher

Alpha Books
Publication date

August 1, 1999
Dimensions

7.36 x 1.01 x 9.08 inches
ISBN-10

0028631900
ISBN-13

978-0028631905
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You're no idiot, of course. You know Roshumba...she's the six-foot supermodel who hosts VH1 shows and was a Sports Illustrated swimsuit model four years in a row. And if there's one "role model" in the catty modeling business who can impart savvy advice to wannabes, Roshumba is the cat's meow! So, don't give up on your dream yet! Roshumba's sassy book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Being a Model gives hopefuls the complete rundown on the ins and outs of the runway. In this Complete Idiot's Guide, Roshumba gives you:

Product details

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Alpha Books; First Edition (August 1, 1999)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 391 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0028631900
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0028631905
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.54 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.36 x 1.01 x 9.08 inches

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Charles McCart

Great information for Models

Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2020

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Great information for Models wanting to get into the business

Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2014

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unfortunately, i haven't read through it like i wanted to...and now the book is gone... i think i gave it to a friend or something.... but thanks!!! :D

Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2006

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Roshumba Williams may very well be the sweetest person on the face of the earth but this book is terrible! Contradictive statements, lackluster presentation, absence of photographs, surface information and a feel that it was published to grab a little piece of the book sales pie. I question if the positive comment writers really read this book. And how can anyone who knows this Roshumba Williams personally write an unbiased report about this book?

I am afraid this book was thrown together by a corporate ladder climber who duped Roshumba Williams into believing it was a great way to make MONEY. Doesn't seem to have been built for the end consumer in any way. I can see only two uses for this book. A door stop as I am now using mine. Or print the next batch on toilet paper thus rendering it useful.

A total WASTE of my hard earned dollars!!!

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Good if you want to be a fashion model

Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2005

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This is probably the best of the current books on the craft of modeling. It is limited to fashion modeling (little of use is said about other disciplines), but covers that exhaustively with very readable text and drawings to illustrate her points.

I don't know that you can learn to model from a book, but if you want to try, and want to be a fashion model, this is an excellent book to learn from.

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Geizha L. Ahles

No frills how-to guide.

Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2007

This is an excellent resource guide for anyone who wants to get into modeling. It's a very easy read and lays it out for you in simple terms. It basically says "do this", "don't do this". It's also a great book to read for parents who are interested in getting children involved in the industry. A great value overall.

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cathy gould

The Book and the Model are Fabulous!

Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2003

I have over twenty years experience in the modeling business and worked with many models in my career. Roshumba Williams is not only one of the sweetest people you will ever meet she is also a wonderful role model for young women. She has always gone out of her way to help young people and give great advice to those interested in modeling. I think her book is articulate and insightful. I would definitely recommend "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Being a Model" to anyone thinking about a career in modeling. It's a great investment and could save thousands of dollars that most schools and agents might charge to those that have no knowledge of how to get started.

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Denise Evans

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Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2014

This book was very helpful to read. I was interested in being a model and wanted to know everything about the modeling industry. It was very explanatory in telling what types of models there were, how the modeling industry wasn't all peaches and cream, important modeling terms, and mandatory modeling information. I would recommend this book to anybody who want to be a model.

Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2003

I beleive this book was the best book I have ever read on modeling. It was detailed, honest, and it gives you a step by step guide to starting your modeling career. If your interested in modeling and dont know where to start, get this book. I took Roshumba's advice and I am now with Ford modeling agency!

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