Chicken Soup for the Sister's Soul: Inspirational Stories About Sisters and Their Changing Relationships

by Jack Canfield, Nancy Mitchell, Mark Victor Hansen

This new Chicken Soup book offers a heartwarming and uplifting collection of stories that celebrate the lifelong bond of sisterhood. Whether they share this special connection with someone through genetics or the heart, only a sister can understand the complex, deep and dynamic relationship they share with loved ones as they journey together through the stages of life. For younger sisters who look up to an older one, older siblings who tolerate a younger sister tagging along, or the brother who knows full well that girls can wrestle as well as any boy can, this book celebrates the sisters in our lives. It conveys how sisters influence us during life's most defining helping us face the schoolyard bully; providing wise counsel during our first crush and subsequent comfort after the breakup; and refusing to reveal intimate secrets to parents or friends. With real-life stories from celebrities and everyday sisters-next-door, chapters On Love, Insights and Lessons, Sibling Rivalry, Overcoming Obstacles, The Bond Between Sisters, Sisters by Heart, On Family (Brothers, Too!), and Special Memories and Traditions. While they may not live under the same roof, act in the same manner or even get along without an occasional spat, nothing creates a more special and lasting bond than sisterhood. Now there's a book to celebrate that bond.

Genres: Nonfiction, Self Help, Short Stories, Inspirational, Memoir

385 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2002

About the author

Jack Canfield is an American motivational speaker and author. He is best known as the co-creator of the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" book series, which currently has over 124 titles and 100 million copies in print in over 47 languages. According to USA Today, Canfield and his writing partner, Mark Victor Hansen, were the top-selling authors in the United States in 1997.

Canfield received a BA in Chinese History from Harvard University and a Masters from University of Massachusetts. He has worked as a teacher, a workshop facilitator, and a psychotherapist.

Canfield is the founder of "Self Esteem Seminars" in Santa Barbara, and "The Foundation for Self Esteem" in Culver City, California. The stated mission of Self Esteem Seminars is to train entrepreneurs, educators, corporate leaders and employees to achieve their personal and professional goals. The focus of The Foundation for Self Esteem is to train social workers, welfare recipients and human resource professionals.

In 1990,he shared with author Mark Victor Hansen his idea for the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. After three years, the two had compiled sixty-eight stories.

Canfield has appeared on numerous television shows, including Good Morning America, 20/20, Eye to Eye, CNN's Talk Back Live, PBS, The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Montel Williams Show, Larry King Live and the BBC.

Canfield's most recent book, The Success Principles (2005), shares 64 principles that he claims can make people more successful. In 2006, he appeared in the DVD, "The Secret," and shared his insights on the Law of Attraction and tips for achieving success in personal and professional life.

Jack Canfield was born on August 19, 1944, in Fort Worth, TX. He is the son of Elmer and Ellen (a homemaker; maiden name, Taylor). He attended high school at Linsly Military Institute, Wheeling, WV, 1962. He went to college at Harvard University, B.A., 1966; University of Massachusetts at Amherst, M.Ed., 1973. Canfield married Judith Ohlbaum in 1971 (divorced, November 1976); he married Georgia Lee Noble on September 9, 1978 (divorced, December 1999); he married Inga Marie Mahoney on July 4, 2001; children: (first marriage) Oran, David, Kyle, Dania; (second marriage) Christopher Noble. He is a Democrat and a Christian, and his hobbies include tennis, travel, skiing, running, billiards, reading, and guitar.

Reviews

[Alexandria · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is comprised short of stories about sisters. The authors write about fun times, sad times, and ordinary times, but what is interesting is the way that the editors put the stories together and how each and everyone of them really touch your heart that i found myself crying at some of the stories. The book definately has a way of touching ones heart and makes the reader (if they have a sister) what to pick up the phone and give their sister a call.

[Amanda · Rating 3 out of 5]

The stories were sweet, but I guess I'm just not a fan of Chicken Soup.

[Faye Hollidaye · Rating 3 out of 5]

I couldn't really relate to many of the stories, especially in the beginning, but as I read on, the stories started drawing something from me and adding to my relationship with my sister. Some stories made me feel alienated from a sisterly relationship and think the authors knew absolutely nothing of what sisterhood is really about. Other stories made me wish I had a better relationship with my sister, and still others made me see the importance of the acquaintance between sisters, whether blood-related or not. I could relate to some and not to others, which is how many readers will feel, I'm sure.

[Whitney Noble · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading the book, 'Chicken Soup for the Sister's Soul because there were many different short storys in the book about many sisters changing relationships. The book had 101 stories about sisters bonding. I chose this book because one of my friends said it was a good book and recommended me to read it. I would rate this book 4/5. And would recommend it to teenage girls.

[Karen Oake · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading all the stories. So heartwarming.

[Penelope Naomi · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a wonderful book. I definitely shed a few tears when reading it because it reminded me a lot of my sister. So glad they made this book.

[Linny Delacroix · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very touching stories about sisters.

[TJB · Rating 5 out of 5]

Funny, poignant, and melancholy. If you are lucky enough to have a sister, then you need to read this. Very touching.

[Rose · Rating 3 out of 5]

A real good book for short reads. Some really nice stories too.

[Stephanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

The sister-sister relationship can be so complicated and these stories help capture that. Some made me laugh, some made me cry, but all made me want to go hug my sister.

[mary · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great book! My sister and I are very close and some of the stories reminded me of us when we were little! Oh boy, some stories were so sad and others were so inspirational! It makes an impact on you after you read the book and helps you see things more clearly! I would say it is a must read for a the sisters who live their sisters!❤👧

[Sang Nguyễn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hello all readers!
MY REVIEW OF THIS BOOK:
Chicken Soup is always a great book series. It is helpful and inspires me a lot. There are lots of stories in it, with a lot of inspiration. It taught me how to love others in my family, community, and life. This is an excellent book! Thank you! Cảm ơn.
THAT'S THE END. THANKS FOR YOUR READING! I'M SANG ( COOKIES ), AND I'M FROM VIETNAM.

[Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved This book. Enjoyed all the heartwarming stories. A Must Read for Any Sister.

[Amy Kidneigh · Rating 3 out of 5]

always a good read.

[Cassidy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved It. It is a Must Read For Any Sisters. my sister and I read it together and loved it. I Highly Recommend It.

[Megan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved It. It Brought Me Closer To My Own Sister.

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

My friend Nora Steuber Tamblin wrote a section in this book. Loved it!

[Shannon · Rating 4 out of 5]

As always a great read of wonderful stories of the love between sisters and their many shared memories. Definitely worth the read and a wonderful book to share with sisters and sisterfriends!

[Alexia · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must for anyone who has a sister or a friend who is like a sister!

[Suzan L VanDeWiele · Rating 3 out of 5]

Sister's r the best

[Teresa · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was a gift so I really wanted to love it but I have to admit it was a bit disappointing.

[Christy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think this is a wonderful book that ever woman should read and share with her "sisters", whether they are by blood or by choice. Alot of the stories reminded me of not only mine and my sister's relationship, but those of fellow cousins and neices. I always have a box of kleenex when I read these books because it never fells that one if not all of the stories make me cry! (Mostly from happiness, but also at times from sadness.) As always the Chicken Soup books come through with funny, warm, and hopeful stories.

[Kimberly velecela · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book this book has a lot of little stories talking about sisters and there stories in life there interesting and they teach you a lesson some of these stories talking about how sisters are annoying or stories of how some sisters died or that they lived by themselves or some talk of how to take care of your sisters this author jack canfield really wanted to see every persons point of view

[Elaine Cougler · Rating 4 out of 5]

Chicken Soup for the Sister's Soul by Canfield et al. This collection of anecdotes and true life relationships inspires and titillates. It makes me glad to have my own sisters to to recognize each for her own worth. A great read. Thanks to my sister, Joyce, who gave this to me as a Christmas present.

[Jill · Rating 2 out of 5]

I am currently reading this one...

[Angel · Rating 3 out of 5]

Chapter 5 is called "Oh Brother" (pgs. 204-228) because they are stories of brothers and sisters. The rest of the book is all about sister's.

[Jacob Heil]

LC Call Number: BF723.S43 C43 2001

[Lenee · Rating 3 out of 5]

So far I like it. Good short stories regarding the relationships of sister. Already had some tears...

[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a fun book to read. I love reading short stories

[Aishwarya Srinivasan · Rating 5 out of 5]

enjoyed reading