We grew up on stories. From the first lullaby to the last book or movie you’ve watched. They inspire, force to act, cry, laugh, heal and strengthen the spirit. The stories convince. The authors of Chicken Broth for the Soul realized the power of stories and created a collection of short stories that motivate and inspire. In a word, they work. For good reason, this book has become a worldwide bestseller, and its circulation has stepped over the mark of 500 million.
Who is the author of the book?
Ph.D. Jack Kenfield was born in Texas in 1944. He graduated from Harvard University and the University of Massachusetts. A well-known speaker, for more than forty years he has been conducting seminars on motivation, self-esteem, kindling hearts, teaching to achieve goals and go towards his dream. Several dozens of works have devoted to this topic, including the bestsellers “Whole Life”, “Aladdin Factor”, “Strength to Win”, “Principles of Success”, “Strength of Focus”, and a series of books “Chicken Broth for the Soul”. Feedback from readers and students of the trainings confirms that Canfield makes you think, analyze, believe in your own strength and act.
An inspirational collection of stories about the ups and downs of different people, “Chicken Broth for the Soul,” has grown into a cycle that includes books:
- "Create yourself anew" - about healthy eating and fitness;
- "101 stories for mothers" - about the happiness and joy of motherhood;
- "Everything will be fine!" - stories with a happy ending;
- “The heart already knows” - about the right decisions;
- "Stories for children";
- "101 story of miracles";
- “101 stories about strong people and amazing destinies”;
- "About women";
- “101 Christmas Stories”;
- “101 stories of confident, courageous and loyal women”;
- and, of course, the very first book in this series, 101 The Best Story.
“Chicken Broth for the Soul” is a book about faith in oneself, in one's strength, in people. They are taught to analyze their actions, monitor their thoughts. The stories in this series sometimes make you decide and act, sometimes seem unbelievable. Each book offers 101 stories - an instruction that provides answers to many questions and is applicable in many life situations.
Creative union
The idea of the first “broth for the soul” belongs to D. Canfield, who used real life stories at seminars and trainings as illustrations. They were remembered and enjoyed success with the audience, replaced long explanations and rules. Then Canfield decided to collect and record these inspirational essays. Mark Victor Hansen joined the author later, and it was he who had the idea that the book should have 101 stories.
Hansen, a business coach and creator of Time magazine, was born in Illinois in 1948, grew up and graduated from Southern University there. The author of the works Millionaire in a Minute, Whole Life. As an American leader, satisfying the dignity and principles of success, Hansen was awarded the prestigious Horatio Alger Prize, in 2000 he was noted as an outstanding business leader of the year.
"For children"
The first book “Chicken stock for the soul. 101 best story ”was published in 1993, Canfield received thousands of letters - from adolescents and mothers, businessmen and housewives, farmers and doctors. So there were stories for various target audiences. To date, the series includes more than 250 books.
“Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul” was released in 1997, and has been regularly replenished since then. Collections include short stories about what worries young people, about family problems, about personal growth, and relationships with peers. A former Canfield high school teacher has found a way to the hearts of adolescents, and as young readers write in reviews, Chicken Soup for the Soul helps them improve their lives. The inspiration and co-author of this series was Canfield's sister - Kimberly Kirberger.
"For the soul"
The series includes books on motherhood, stories about successful women, how to find a common language with a child, her husband, how to keep a house in order and pursue a career. Here, Canfield co-sponsored Marcy Shimoff and Amy Newmark. Amy is a writer and specialist in finance. She graduated with honors from Harvard, worked for more than thirty years on Wall Street.
M. Schimof, a leader and specialist in the field of happiness, inspired millions of women to personal fulfillment and success in the professional field. She is the co-author of the six most sold books of this cycle, a participant in the movie "Secret" and more than 500 television shows. Her articles are published in the Home Journal and Woman's World. Books authored by Marcy have repeatedly topped USA Today and Publishers' Weekly.
Dr. Martin Becker has the idea of creating a separate collection of stories for animal lovers. He launched the lineup of this series with writer Carol Kline.
"For self-improvement"
More than a dozen works by Canfield and his colleagues are on the list of the Chicken Broth for the Soul series of books that help organize your time, grow professionally, improve relationships with colleagues, start a business or make a successful investment. Co-authored with Canfield, well-known experts in the field of finance and business are working. One of them is Les Hewitt, a well-known coach, entrepreneur and business coach.
Les created the goal achievement program in 1983 and, based on it, has been conducting trainings and seminars for businessmen for more than thirty years. Hewitt, the founder of The Power of Focus, has developed over 900 trainings for managers and professionals who help to achieve good results in work without nervous tensions and stresses. He shares his knowledge on the pages of Chicken Broth.
Reader Reviews
How to cultivate new habits, establish business and personal life - the books “Chicken Broth for the Soul” tell about all this. Reader reviews indicate that these tips help you achieve financial independence and keep up with the times. Easy presentation, life examples help to understand your own desires and problems, develop perseverance and perseverance and understand how to get the most out of life and realize yourself as a person.
"Chicken Broth" - an encyclopedia of life with stories about the ups and downs of different people. There is something to think about, dream about and take action. No motivation? Feel free to pick up the book of this series. Want some heat? Find it here. Wisdom? Meet her at Chicken Broth. Not enough love? On the pages of the book it is enough. The collection also contains sad stories. But it is they who teach to value life, to believe in themselves and people, to control thoughts and actions. And the most important thing is to understand that a person can do everything, and we become stronger only by overcoming difficulties.
Did you know?
Having collected millions of rave reviews, Chicken Broth for the Soul could not find its publisher for three years. More than 140 rejections were received by the authors before their work was published. The very first publishing house set a condition - at least 20 thousand copies should be sold. As a result, they had to reprint it several times, more than 1.5 million copies were published in a year and a half.
"Chicken stock for the soul" is recognized as a publishing phenomenon today. This is a separate brand under which they produce a variety of products - from food to video. And of course, do not forget about the readers - every year about 10 new books of this series are published, containing 101 inspirational stories. Why exactly 101? The author talks about this on the pages of the very first book, "101 Best Story."