Annette Fuson has been a teacher of teenage girls for many years. She has a BS and MA degree in Education and has also taught at the college level. She is married and has a daughter and granddaughter. The book, ‘Straight Talk for Teenage Girls’ is about topics she taught, where she learned that the changes taking place in teen girls’ lives make them confused, afraid and frustrated. The information taught gave them realistic ideas to help them deal with this stage of life. The classes and discussions were lively and positive. The girls wanted ideas, encouragement and sensible answers to what was bothering them. She used this knowledge to write the book when she saw so many girls needed this kind of help. Girls need all the ideas and help they can get from school, parents, church and other adults to make good decisions that can help mold them with a minimum of problems along the way. Annette has a self-help test and case study at each chapter. Girls love these and adults who work with teens use them for discussion. It is in everyone’s interest for all teenage girls grow to be happy and confident adults. To that goal is her mission with the book. She speaks and has taught workshops for teens and parents of teens where she has information sheets and tests on parenting. Annette has a business helping people look and dress their best for themselves and their careers. She gives presentations to businesses. But Annette Fuson’s true purpose it helping teenage girls. She has been chosen Citizen of the Year and Queen of Sales many times. These accomplishments show she is a leader and a “people person” that can make a difference in many lives.

You can visit her website at www.straighttalkforgirls.com.

Q: Thank you for this interview, Annette. Can you tell us what your latest book is all about?

Straight Talk for Teenage Girls gives information on making choices in life situations. It is sensible ideas on problems all girls face with suggested answers so they can deal with the pressures. Examples: self-esteem, emotions, decisions, friendships with girls/boys, getting out of bad situations, handling mistakes and reaching goals. Each chapter has a self-test and case study for discussion. The mistake chapter has things to say and do for each mistake, as well as, 800 numbers and websites for more information. The mission is for girls to make choices that will help them reach adulthood successfully. www.straighttalkforgirls.com

Q: Is this your first novel? If not, how has writing this novel different from writing your first?

This is not a novel. It is a non-fiction, self-help book and my first.

Q: How difficult was it writing your book? Did you ever experience writer’s block and, if so, what did you do?

It was very easy to write because it was information I gained from teaching teenage girls for many years. I used that information and situations gained from them.

Q: How have your fans embraced your latest novel? Do you have any funny or unusual experiences to share?

When I do book signings or conferences, I hear how they enjoyed and used the book to help themselves or others. Teenagers have said something like, “When we have a problem, someone will say, “Let’s get the “Bible” and see what we can do.” Friends use it together. One male counselor said that he uses the controlling/abusive boyfriend test to see if the guy has tendencies toward being controlling and then he deals with it with him. Another said she took the book to school and the teacher used the case studies at the end of class for discussion.

Q: What is your daily writing routine?

Now I am marketing not writing.

Q: When you put the pen or mouse down, what do you do to relax?

I golf, play bridge or dominoes or shop.

Q: What book changed your life?

Straight Talk for Teenage Girls has made my life busier, but rewarding. Something good is happening to girls because of it. In our area, Foster Care is trying to give a copy to each girl they place in foster care.

Q: If someone were to write a book on your life, what would the title be?

She did it her way!”

Q: Finish this sentence: “The one thing that I wish people would understand about me is…”

…that I am a strong personality, but am kind, thoughtful and caring.

Thank you for this interview Annette. I wish you much success on your latest release, “Straight Talk for Teenage Girls”.

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