This new kind of Chicken Soup for the Soul book for preteens is filled with inspiration and advice for growing up and being your best. True stories will inspire you to “think positive” and be the happiest, best version of yourself.

These true stories are organized into chapters that will inspire you to:


Just Be You – because being yourself is always the right decision
Make True Friends – the ones who truly make you happy
Do the Right Thing – we know you’ll feel good if you do
Go Ahead and Try It – this is the time to explore new sports and activities
Face Your Challenges – you’ll see you’re not alone when you do
Count Your Blessings – gratitude really is the key to happiness
Treasure Your Family – even if they drive you crazy, they’re the best
Look Past the Obvious – you’ll gain a new perspective on friends and family


Chicken Soup for the Soul books are 100% made in the USA and each book includes stories from as diverse a group of writers as possible. Chicken Soup for the Soul solicits and publishes stories from the LGBTQ community and from people of all ethnicities, nationalities, and religions.