It's tough being a teenager. No longer a kid but not quite an adult, teens live in a world that's constantly in transition, trying to figure out who they are and where they belong. It's a time of discovery and learning as well as a time of introspection and relationship building. Our teenage experiences help us grow in important ways, and this collection of stories—by and for teenagers—is an inside look at the years that shape our lives.

The third volume in the Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul series promises more love, support and inspiration for the series' loyal teen readers.

Inspirational stories on life, love, and learning for teens, including contributions by teens.

Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul II offers more inspiring stories to help you master the game we call life. Today's teens have ever more issues and social pressures to juggle than young adults just 20 years ago. This book, like its predecessor, can be your guide - a beacon in the darkness, a safe haven in a storm, a warm hug in the cold and a respite from loneliness. There's no preaching as to what you should and shouldn't do. Instead, this book is full of teens sharing their experiences on learning to accept like, becoming the best person you can be, being happy with who you are, and loving yourself - no matter what.

This is the book everyone has been waiting for-an inspiring celebration of the joy, challenges, and triumphs of being African American.

A popular collection of some of the best short fiction and short stories ever written.

Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen are joined by Heather McNamara, senior editor of the series, in this unforgettable collection of inspiring and uplifting stories. Sure to become a favorite of readers who love Chicken Soup for its stories of overcoming life's obstacles, challenges, heartbreaks and pain, this book emphasizes triumph in the face of overwhelming odds. A timeless testament to the indomitable human spirit, this collection is sure to encourage, support, comfort and, most of all, inspire all readers for years to come.

Friends. You gotta have 'em, but sometimes they drive you crazy. You love 'em, but sometimes they make you mad. They'll help you through a crisis...unless they are the crisis.

We all have a story to tell. We often judge our own stories as being good or bad, right or wrong. The truth is, each and every one of them not only holds meaning for us but for those around us as well. Chicken Soup for The Teenage Soul IV is filled with such stories: what it really means to be a teenager in today's world.

Readers will love having this invaluable collection to guide, inspire, support and encourage them throughout their college experience.