Chicken Soup For the Soul - Count Your Blessings

As life seems to speed past, sometimes leaving us in a tailspin, it’s nice to know there’s always a source to turn to – Chicken Soup for the Soul. These books are like an old friend you can count on when you need a pick-me-up.

One of Chicken Soup for the Souls newest additions is Count Your Blessings. This book has 101 stories of Gratitude, Fortitude and Silver Linings that may just help you see past your own troubles.

As with all Chicken Soup books, Count Your Blessings is broken up into sections for easy reference. Here is what you have to look forward to:

1 – Expressing Gratitude – stories of folks that were able to see past the tragedy.

2 – Back to Basics – out of work doesn’t have to be a “death sentence.”

3 – Recovering from Adversity – stories of strong wills and perseverance

4 – Silver Linings – things aren’t always has bad has they seem

5 – The Joy of Giving – often, that’s all it takes

6 – Attitude is Everything - laughing in the face of adversity

7 – I’ve Got What I Need – giving thanks for what we already have

8 – Thank My Lucky Stars – survivors tell their stories

9 – A New Perspective – how we look at things can make a difference

10 – Having Faith – we all could use more of this

Count Your Blessings is so full of optimism you can’t help but feel better and feel good about the wonderful things in your own life.

Chicken Soup for the Soul Books are available through your local retailers, Amazon.com or their official web site at; http://www.chickensoup.com

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Return to Sawyerton Springs

The quirkiness of a small town is brought to life among the pages of ‘Return to Sawyerton Springs.’ Based on Andy Andrews real life, this book draws you into a what a small community is really like. Even though it’s based in a small town, you don’t have to be from one in order to appreciate the story behind Sawyerton Springs….

…”It is a place where the paper comes out once a week, and everyone already know what’s in it. When the pastor speaks on Sunday morning, his congregation already knows what he will say. As the children bring home their report cards, the parents already know their grades. This is a place of character and love and memories. Good memories…”

Whether it’s the idiosyncrasies of the town folk, or the way in which a small town newspaper and businesses are run, Andrews humour and love for this town is prevalent throughout. I found myself at least smiling if not laughing out loud several times. This book will even have you reflecting back on your own childhood – Halloween fun, fears of staying alone for the first time, camping, ghost stories and strange neighbours, it has it all.

In addition to a great read, ‘Return to Sawyerton Springs,’ also has a ‘Readers Guide’ at the very back, with general questions on every chapter. This is perfect for book clubs or even for further personal reflection.

Return to Sawyerton Springs by Andy Andrews is available at all major bookstores or on any electronic location.