the whole series of chicken soup for the soul book are simply awesome, whoever thought to put real stories that warmed the soul into the pages of one comforting book was a genius. The book for the pre teen soul helped me personally with many issues dealing with my parents, school, grades, friends, boys, and just growing up. this book made me excited to grow up, i made adult hood seem like one big adventure, and an exciting thrill ride. though the book also shared heart wrnching stories of defeat and anguish, they always have a meaningful ending that i learned so much from. All in all, the books are great, and keep you glued to the pages till your finished.