ENTER THE CINDERELLA SOCIETY “BE EXTRAORDINARY” SWEEPSTAKES FOR A CHANCE TO WIN AN EXTRAORDINARY PAIR OF DESIGNER SHOES

In Time for Prom, Graduation and Wedding Season

To celebrate the publication of THE CINDERELLA SOCIETY by Kay Cassidy, Egmont USA is launching today the “Be Extraordinary” sweepstakes, where young fans will have the chance to win a pair of designer shoes. Similar to THE CINDERELLA SOCIETY, a story about a secret society that encourages its members to be and do their very best, the “Be Extraordinary” sweepstakes aims to help promote girl empowerment and self-esteem.

“We loved and wanted to support the book’s inspirational storyline with a fun promotional campaign,” said Mary Albi, Marketing Director at Egmont USA. “The “Be Extraordinary” sweepstakes highlights and encompasses some of the book’s key themes. Besides, what girl doesn’t want a fabulous pair of shoes?!”

Girls are invited to become a fan of The Cinderella Society Facebook fan page and post how they plan to be extraordinary for the day. By becoming a fan and posting a plan for being extraordinary, one will be automatically entered to win a pair of designer shoes. Two lucky winners will be selected randomly from the group on May 1st.

ABOUT THE CINDERELLA SOCIETY:
Sixteen year old outsider Jess Parker gets the chance of a lifetime: an invitation to join a secret society where makeover fantasies become reality. It’s a dream come true as Jess’s transformation wins her the heart of her dream crush and a chance at über popularity. But there’s more to the Cindys than meets the eye. Jess soon discovers the real force behind her exclusive society: a centuries-old battle of good vs. evil, where the Cindys try to right the social ills inflicted by the popular Wickeds.

ABOUT AUTHOR KAY CASSIDY:
Kay Cassidy is the author of teen fiction she wishes was based on her real life. She is the founder of the national Great Scavenger Hunt Contest™ reading program for kids and teens featured in School Library Journal Teen. A former leadership specialist, Kay is passionate about helping girls embrace their full potential. Visit her on the web at: www.KayCassidy.com

ABOUT EGMONT USA:
Egmont USA (www.egmontusa.com) was established in 2007 with one mission in mind: to bring stories to life. From picture books to young adult novels, Egmont USA publishes works that engage, entertain, and enlighten children of all ages. Egmont USA is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Egmont UK and part of the Egmont Group, one of Europe’s largest children’s publishers. The company is headquartered in New York City.

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Beth Garcia, Goodman Media for Egmont USA
bgarcia@goodmanmedia.com or 212-576-2700 x 242