Firestarters is an inspiring book that describes interesting professions and fascinating new careers in an informative and positive format. The authors have interviewed 100 strong women, most in their 20s and 30s, about their exciting and sometimes nontraditional jobs. For example, students read about Beth Llewelyn’s experience doing public relations for Nintendo, Johnna Watson’s experience as an associate dean of enrollment management and information systems for a graduate school, and Sandie Salvaggio-Walker’s experience as a general manager for a community orchestra and voice instructor. These amazing but ordinary women share insights on their careers, such as what their jobs involve; what they like and dislike most about their work; what education, experience, and characteristics it took to get them where they are; and advice to young women who might want to follow in their footsteps. 

Firestarters uses a fun, personal approach to feature five important themes: balancing life and career, being independent, finding enjoyable work, not worrying about what others may think, and getting a degree. It includes definitions of key new terms, sidebars for reflecting on the lessons readers can draw from the profiles, and an index of job titles.

Firestarters is an excellent addition to any life management class or career planning program.
     Jennifer Street, MSW, Counselor, Tampa Bay Baptist Association Christian

I loved this book! In fact it actually made me change my mind on my major....It's really helpful to know the day to day responsibilities of each job. This book will really help me choose where I want to go in life.
     Molly P., Student, Raleigh, NC

Firestarters gives young women an easy way to try on different career shoes and imagine what different jobs look like. 100 women, 100 jobs. Hands on information, a sense of personal journey, and solid advice gained from lessons learned all find their home in this book.
     Meg Milne Moulton & Whitney Ransome
     Co-Executive Directors, The National Coalition of Girls' Schools