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NBT CONTESTANTS: ELLE WINTER, KATHERINE HUGHES, DAMIAN OTCHERE, JACK SKULLER, CHLOE BAILEY, HALLE BAILEY

Radio Disney’s 2012 NBT Contestants are all really talented, it’ll be hard for sure deciding who to vote for! Learn about the 5 contestants below – who has your vote? Click here to vote today!

Book Review by Julene Fleurmond, Editor of DreamerENT – I recommend this book for teens because of the themes that affect young adults

Finding the Perfect Wave is a great book that dives into the world of Alli Whitton, a 17-year-old avid surfer who seems to have it all together. When tragedy and change crashes into her world she has to learn to readjust, and to boldly face the rough trials in her path.

I really enjoyed the story and the way the the author created believable characters and situations that young people and adults can relate too. She also wasn’t afraid to delve into serious topics like losing a loved one and navigating the waters of rocky friendships, broken relationships and the feelings that come along with betrayal.

I found myself feeling for the main character Alli when she faced obstacles and especially when she felt out of place at times when starting at a new school. Of course a there was some romance weaved within, which I as a girl enjoyed, especially since the relationships didn’t go overboard like in other books and movies for young adults these days. The book is an encouragement to stand strong and have faith even when it seems that life is pounding on you from every side.

By the end I found myself wanting to find out more about Alli and her story, which thankfully I and other readers will be able to because Cheri has released a new sequel called Riding the Perfect Wave. You can order both books from her website at www.cherihmiklich.com.

More About Cheri Miklich

Finding the Perfect Wave, part one, is Cheri’s first novel and the first in the Perfect Wave series. She grew up in Southern California where she loved spending as much free time as she could at the beach. She and her husband Mark, live in Arizona with their four children. She loves to travel with her family, especially to beautiful beaches.
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What do all Dreamers have in common? They’re creative, eager to learn, and dedicated to pursuing their dreams with passion. Does this sound like someone you know? Steve Harvey and Essence Magazine are looking for Dreamers for next year’s Disney’s Dreamers Academy where you can get the tools to help make their dreams come true.

This is an amazing opportunity where you can learn from a variety of creative professionals and mentors who will motivate you to take the steps that will lead you to success in the career that you aspire to pursue.

Last year’s Dreamers also got to interact with various celebrity guests throughout the four-day experience including Yolanda Adams, Cupid, Terrence J, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Jordin Sparks, Lance Gross and of course Steve Harvey.

The Details: Potential Dreamers must be between the ages of 13–19, live in the United States, and be enrolled in high school grades 9–12 when entering. For a complete list of rules and the application click here.

Watch the videos below for fun clips from the Disney’s Dreamers Academy 2012

One of the most touching moments this season of X Factor was when 20-year-old Jillian Jensen gave her moving version of the song “Who You Are.” Jillian shared her heart and emotional story of facing bullying in high school and related to Demi Lovato’s experiences and motto “Stay Strong.”

While watching her performance Demi and so many viewers could relate to her hurt and were brought to tears (I found myself with tears streaming down my face too relating to her story of being bullied); watch it below to be inspired:

Jillian has been sparking a #StopHateStartLove movement to create awareness of the reality that words and actions can and do hurt – spread the love! Join her on Twitter at @ItsJillianJensen, at her Facebook page and on Youtube. Keep following your dreams Jillian and inspiring young people to be bravely themselves!

Watch a recent cover from Jillian, singing “Little Things” by One Direction

Jillian says about the song: “I did a quick cover of ‘Little Things’ by One Direction not only because I love the song, but I think the message is absolutely beautiful…we are all different for a purpose and it is the combination of our strengths and flaws that make us all beautiful…I love you all so much…you are all unique and special.”

Are you a young man who is:

• Living in the City of Chicago
• Between the ages of 13-18
• Enrolled in grades 9-12 at the time of submission
• Being raised in a single female home.

Then Steve Harvey is looking for YOU!

The Steve Harvey Mentoring Weekend Chicago will take place November 16-18, 2012, and will include a series of seminars on the principles of manhood, leadership, and community empowerment. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn from Steve Harvey himself and some of his friends.

APPLICATION DEADLINE : October 12, 2012 | 5pm

Visit http://steveharveymentoring.com/chicago to register and to find more information.