Amy Newmark

Proud, industrious, creative, generous, and patriotic—that’s the spirit of America! In this collection of 101 stories about the spirit of America and what makes our country great, you’ll read about: America’s heroes—service members, military families, veterans, and first responders9/11 fifteen years later—the families, the rescuers, the air traffic controllers who were on duty, the spirit of a united nation in the days that followedOur vast and beautiful land—from beaches to mountains, from tropics to desertTraditions—from baseball to apple pie to parades to our national parksAmerican ingenuity, from the space program to made-in-America to our can-do attitudeOur generosity and compassion— we are a nation of helping handsOur diversity and our proud new citizensThe red, white, and blue—our flag and what it means to us

Learn how to experience the Joy of Less by simplifying your life! Do you have too much stuff? Are you cramming too many activities into each day? We all want to reclaim control of our lives—reducing the amount of clutter in our homes and on our calendars! These 101 stories, from people who have figured out how to have “the joy of less,” will inspire you to improve your own life. You’ll learn how to say “no” without guilt and put some quality time back in your life. You’ll get tips on attacking the clutter in your home—how to identify it, remove it, and share it or give it away. Experience the freedom of having less in your closets, the power of saying “no,” and the fulfillment you get from focusing on what matters most in your life.

What has the cat done now? You’ll recognize your own cat in this collection of stories about how very good and very bad our cats can be. From cats with nine lives to cats that save lives— from cats that wreck houses to cats that repair families—from cats that crack us up to cats that act like therapists—you’ll see your own cat with new appreciation for its unique skills and intuition. With a special emphasis on the benefits and joys of adopting abandoned cats, these stories will make you laugh out loud, nod your head in recognition, and maybe even shed a tear or two. And your purchase will help support the great work of the American Humane Association!

What has that dog done now? You’ll recognize your own canine companion in this collection of 101 stories about how very good and very bad our dogs can be. From clever dogs that sneak food to heroic dogs that save lives—from mischievous dogs that chew shoes to intuitive dogs that repair families—from goofy dogs that crack us up to nurturing dogs that act like therapists—you’ll have a new appreciation for your own dog’s unique skills. With a special emphasis on the joy of adopting dogs from shelters, these stories will make you laugh out loud and maybe even shed a tear or two. And your purchase will help support the great work of the American Humane Association!

Anyone who loves this special time of year will enjoy these heartwarming and entertaining stories of family bonding, holiday hijinks, the joy of giving, community spirit, and family and religious traditions. You’ll laugh out loud at some stories; others will make you tear up a little. They’ll all leave you smiling and eager to share the holidays, filled with new ideas and enthusiasm for this special time of year. And we don’t forget Hanukkah either, with plenty of stories about the whole holiday season, from Thanksgiving through New Year’s. There’s something for everyone in these joy-filled pages.

These inspiring 101 true stories will show you how to Think Possible and use a positive attitude to improve your life. Here’s a news flash if you suspect “thinking possible” is a waste of brain power: You are wrong! This book is filled with proof that positive thinking and “thinking possible” really work. Inside you’ll find inspiring stories about how you can: choose to become a more positive personfollow your heart to create meaning in your lifeuse gratitude to change your life and relationshipsface your fears and rise to challengesuse persistence to achieve big resultsstart over after trauma or adversityemulate positive role models

Find your purpose and passion by volunteering and giving back. This collection of 101 stories will inspire you to make a difference. Volunteers and people who give back choose hope over despair, optimism over cynicism, and caring over indifference. By serving others, they also help themselves, reporting that the biggest beneficiaries of their charitable activities are themselves! In this inspiring collection of personal stories you’ll read about: How volunteering can change your life Making amazing human connections Bonding as a family when volunteering together New perspective and lessons learned through volunteering Giving back after receiving help during a rough time The true spirit of Christmas and the holiday season Working with therapy animals and saving abandoned pets

Nurses will find their own hearts and souls in these pages — and the inspiration they need to cope in health care today. Most nurses didn’t choose their careers because of great hours, pay and working conditions! Chicken Soup for the Soul: Inspiration for Nurses reminds them why they entered the profession… and why they stay. Working in health care never gets easier; staying positive and engaged can be difficult. And yet nurses show up… over and over again… day after day, selflessly nurturing others with their hands and their hearts. This collection of true stories champions nurses’ daily contributions, commitments and sacrifices, and depicts the compassion, intelligence and humor needed to meet today’s demands. Through laughter and tears, nurses share their stories to inspire and fortify one another, so together they can continue their competent, compassionate service. Regardless of age or area of practice, nurses will discover the universality of caring, the power of their skillful hands, bright minds and devoted hearts. These stories will bless them with the hope, health and healing they bring to all those they touch. Because they deserve it.

These amazing stories will show you how to thrive—a road map to living the best life you can make for yourself! It’s your time to thrive—and these stories show you how! You’ll learn how to take charge of your life, make time for what’s important, and do what’s right for you! These stories, from regular people who have taken control of their lives, show you how to do it yourself. Find new purpose, try new things, and take care of yourself, all while improving your relationships with family, friends, and co-workers. You’ll read chapters about: Making your own needs important againCarving out time for work–life balanceThriving on your own pathReinventing yourselfEmbracing adventurePursuing your dreamsMaking time for relationshipsTaking the time for your passionsLearning how to say noAnd learning how to say yes to the things that will make you thrive!

You’ll be uplifted and inspired by this collection of 101 stories about forever families, meant-to-be kids, and the joy of adoption. This updated collection of stories about adoption includes our favorites from the original Chicken Soup for the Adopted Soul plus 17 new stories. Adoptive parents, children, and family members will find pieces of themselves in these stories. Take your time reading them—soak in the love, the privilege, and the glory of adoption. Whether you are considering adoption, you’re on a wait list, you’re already raising your adopted child, or you are a proud grandparent, we are excited for you! Share in this celebration of the lives of adopted children and their meant-to-be forever families. A very large loving community welcomes you with open arms.

These 101 miraculous stories of hope, faith, divine intervention & answered prayers will amaze you. Good things do happen to good people! You will be encouraged and uplifted as you read these stories about powerful hope, miraculous healing, divine intervention, messages from heaven, answered prayers and beating the odds, including: The mother of a Sandy Hook shooting victim who prayed for a sign that her son Jesse was okay and minutes later saw “Jesse & Jesus” written in the skyThe businessman turned pastor who didn’t believe in miracles until he laid hands on a paralyzed man who then walked into his office a few weeks laterThe brother and sister who were reunited in Australia 75 years after they were separated at a British orphanage during World War IIThe grieving daughter who fondly recalled her mom’s appearance on Let’s Make a Deal, went to the show, got picked from the audience, and won a new carThe woman whose mother’s voice forced her off a bench seconds before a tree fell on it, on the one-year anniversary of her mom’s deathAnd 96 more stories that will make you say “Wow!”

These 101 stories about the power of forgiveness will help you let go and change your life. This life-changing collection of stories will inspire you to look beyond the hurt and use the power of forgiveness to move forward with your life. You’ll read about the freedom that comes from leaving resentments behind and understanding the motivation of the people who hurt you. You’ll also learn how to forgive yourself. You’ll read chapters about: Lessons on forgiving fathersForgiveness between mothers and childrenLearning to live with family-through-marriagePatching up rifts with siblingsWhen bad things happen in love and marriageForgiving friends and colleaguesLessons from the people you meetWhen a crime has been committedThe importance of self-forgiveness

These 101 miraculous stories of angels, faith, divine intervention, and answered prayers will amaze you. You only have to look to find the angels, guardians, and guides in your life. In this inspiring collection you’ll be awed by stories from people touched by their own angels, including: The famous actress who refused to take a flight to her film shoot after a premonition that the plane would crash, thus saving her life. The drowning boy who rose from the pool with his arm up and hand clasped around the invisible hand that pulled him up through the water. The elegant mother who hadn’t used her Shalimar perfume in years and was surrounded by the scent as she died, prompting a nurse to complain. The mother napping while relatives watched her toddler who was woken by an urgent voice prompting her to rescue the child from a rushing creek just in time. The husband and wife who independently felt an urgent need to visit their grandmother late at night, meeting there hours before she unexpectedly died.

What has that dog done now? You’ll recognize your own dog in this entertaining collection of stories about our canine companions, with chapters about dogs that save lives, dogs that help people heal, dogs with uncanny intuition, goofy dogs, and even bad, bad dogs! With a special emphasis on the benefits and joys of adopting abandoned and rescue dogs, these loving stories will amaze you and put a smile on your face. Most of them will make you laugh out loud, some will make you tear up a little, and others will have you nodding your head in recognition, as you see your own dog in a new light. Join Miranda Lambert and Chicken Soup for the Soul in supporting the American Humane Association by adding this book to your library or giving it as a gift to a fellow dog lover.

This collection of 101 stories provides support, advice, and inspiration to help you and your loved ones on your road to recovery from Traumatic Brain Injuries. These are inspiring and motivating stories of hope, healing, and hard work for patients and their loved ones who are recovering from TBI. You’ll read chapters on: But You Look So Normal—What it’s like living with TBISelf-Discovery—Embracing and accepting the new normalNever Giving Up—The power of persistence and hard workHealing Power of Mother Nature—Get outside and heal! Acceptance—Rebuilding your life with your new realityA Family Affair—Giving and accepting help from those you loveAttitude Is Everything—Staying positive and seeing the goodCoping Strategies that Work—Great advice from other survivorsOpportunity Knocks—New chances, new careers, new purposeMaking a Difference—The healing power of helping others

No one should face Alzheimer’s or dementia alone. These 101 stories will provide support, advice, and comfort for caregivers and those living with Alzheimer’s. This collection of personal stories will support you through all the phases of your journey. You’ll read chapters on: Accepting a New Reality – How to keep the dialogue goingWhat Does It Feel Like? – What it’s like to have Alzheimer’sStrategies and Tips for Coping – Great advice from other familiesNext Steps and Tough Choices – You’re not alone in big decisionsTaking the Journey with Your Parent – Tips and support for a new roleYounger-Onset Alzheimer’s – Support for younger familiesIn Sickness and In Health – Keeping marriages strong and lovingThe Lighter Side – Laughter is the best medicineNew Ways to Make Connections – Powerful music and art therapiesIt Takes a Village – We’re one big communityThe Special Bond with Grandchildren – Those special connections

Miracles happen every day—we just have to look to see them. These powerful stories will give you hope and deepen your faith. These 101 amazing stories prove that miracles happen, every day, to people from all walks of life. You will find hope and faith in these tales of answered prayers, divine intervention, miraculous healing, angels, and messages from heaven. Among the 101 miracles, you’ll share the joy and inspiration of: A blind mother and her long lost daughter are reunited after they recognize each other’s music at a jam session where they both happen to be playing. Rescue workers can’t save a college student stuck in a cave for two days until he prays to God and is suddenly released from a rock crevice. A daughter, distraught after she loses her late mother’s wedding ring in New Jersey, miraculously finds the ring two and a half years later in Jamaica. A woman’s disturbing dream about a burning staircase leads her to move her friend’s birthday celebration, saving them from a horrific fire at the original location. A woman finds signs from her beloved father after he dies, including a raffle ticket with his old house number on it that wins her $10,000 for her wedding.

Nothing beats the friendship between women— the understanding and support during tough times, the laughter and fun during good times. Whether they’ve just met or they’re childhood pals, women support each other, understand each other, share advice, and have great fun together. These stories will make you laugh out loud, tear up a little, and call a friend to share what you’ve read. You’ll read chapters called: My Group, about book groups, play groups, clubs, coworkers, and moreThe New Friend Project, about women who have successfully found new friendsIt Works, about the magical way that even improbable friendships workShe Knows, about the special connections women have with their friendsDown the Block, about the friends we find in our own neighborhoodsTaking the Plunge, about finding the courage to reach out to a potential new friendAdventures with the Girls, about hilarious trips and escapades with friends

Child advocate Kevin Sorbo, of Hercules, teams with Chicken Soup for the Soul in this collection of positive and uplifting stories —great lessons and inspiration for kids and their parents! Start a conversation with your child! Share these stories about values, gratitude, good decisions, and having the courage to do the right thing. It’s a great way to learn what’s important to your child, and to help a child learn from the examples of others. You’ll read stories about: Being responsibleTrying something newMaking real friendsDoing the right thingDeveloping self-esteemHandling bullies and cliquesAppreciating your familyMaking good choicesBeing grateful

It’s Christmas! And that means it’s time to take a break with these 101 magical stories! Share the love, fun, and wonder of the holidays with your whole family. You’ll all enjoy these 101 lighthearted and inspirational stories about holiday mishaps, family reunions, Christmas miracles, the joy of children, and the true meaning of Christmas. And there are plenty of stories about dogs and cats too, whether they’re stealing the turkey or making the holiday extra special. Every story is “Santa-safe” as well, appropriate for all ages.