Langas Campbell, an accomplished entrepreneur, TV host and voice-over artist, created the Girls Know How(R) book series to help readers, ages 8 - 12 consider different occupations. See http://www.girlsknowhow.com/.

"We hope to inspire girls to follow their dreams by exposing them to a variety of careers, exceptional role models and characters who might be just like them," says Langas Campbell, previously a popular on-air host and corporate officer for QVC, Inc.

Each book within the fictional series features spirited characters presented with a challenge who are encouraged by a character based on a real-life successful woman.

The latest book in the series, Raising the Roof, spotlights construction. The story follows three fifth-grade girlfriends who attempt to outwit a rival group of boys that has taken over their clubhouse. Encouraged by the head of a major construction company - a character based on Linda Alvarado, President and CEO, Alvarado Construction, Denver, Colo. - they accept the challenge to build their own and learn there is a lot more to building than hammers and nails, says Langas Campbell.

The girls' shared experience helps them discover their potential, and they rally their families and classmates to combine efforts and participate in a future Habitat for Humanity project.

"When someone discovers he or she has the capability to make a difference through building, no matter how small or grand, great things can happen," says Fiona Eastwood, Director of Habitat for Humanity's Women Build program. "Raising the Roof plants the seed by encouraging girls to explore careers they may never have considered before. Building together, at any age, boosts skills and self-esteem, causes positive social change and is fun."

The first book in the series, Will Stephanie Get the Story? focuses on journalism. The next book in the series will explore teaching. Girls Know How(R) books (NouSoma Communications, $4.95) are available in stores and online. See http://www.girlsknowhow.com/, books@nousoma.com, or call 610-458-1580.

Source: NouSoma Communications

CONTACT: Dede Crough, NouSoma Communications, +1-610-458-1580,
ellen@nousoma.com

Web site: http://www.girlsknowhow.com/

NOTE TO EDITORS: Langas Campbell available for interview. Review copies available.