Get ready to warm your soul and feel comforted on Chicken Soup for the Soul Day on November 12! This special day was created to honor the popular book series of the same name, which has sold over 500 million copies and been translated into forty languages. Since its first publication in 1993, Chicken Soup for the Soul books have become an important part of popular culture around the world.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1993</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Chicken Soup for the Soul Debut</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first "Chicken Soup for the Soul" book was published by motivational speakers Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen, marking the beginning of an inspiring series.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1997</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>100 Millionth Copy Sold</div><div class='timeline-text'>By 1997, the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series had reached a remarkable milestone, selling its 100 millionth copy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment</div><div class='timeline-text'>Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, a production company focusing on uplifting and inspiring content, is launched.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>All-Time Bestseller Status</div><div class='timeline-text'>The "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series is listed by USA Today as one of the top 20 bestselling books of the last 15 years.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Chicken Soup Pet Food</div><div class='timeline-text'>The brand expands into the pet food industry with Chicken Soup for the Soul Pet Food, promoting overall wellness for pets as well.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Virtual Storytelling</div><div class='timeline-text'>Amid the global pandemic, "Chicken Soup for the Soul" moves to virtual storytelling, continuing its mission to share stories that heal, motivate, and comfort people around the world.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Cook a pot of chicken soup</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather the ingredients, pull out your favorite recipe, and make a big pot of chicken soup to share with family and friends. Add some fresh herbs, vegetables, and spices for extra flavor.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share a Chicken Soup for the Soul story</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Read or tell a Chicken Soup for the Soul story to family and friends. Sharing stories can bring us closer together and help us appreciate each other.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a local soup kitchen</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Help prepare or serve meals at your local soup kitchen or food pantry. Not only will you be helping others in need, but you'll also be spreading joy and kindness.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make Chicken Soup for the Soul cards</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Create homemade cards with inspirational quotes from Chicken Soup for the Soul stories or poems that express gratitude. Send them to family, friends, and colleagues to remind them how much they are appreciated.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a Chicken Soup for the Soul book club</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Bring people together to discuss stories from Chicken Soup for the Soul books. Discussing stories is an excellent way to connect with others and gain new perspectives on life.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Chicken Soup for the Soul books are inspiring</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The Chicken Soup for the Soul book series is filled with heartwarming stories that are sure to inspire and uplift readers. From tales of overcoming adversity to funny conversations, these books will bring a spark of joy to any reader and help remind them that anything is possible if they just never give up!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Chicken Soup for the Soul messages spread positivity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The Chicken Soup for the Soul brand has become synonymous with spreading positive messages of hope and encouragement throughout our communities. By cultivating an atmosphere of compassion and understanding, people from all walks of life can come together to make the world a better place.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Chicken Soup for the Soul supports charities</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The Chicken Soup for the Soul organization donates proceeds from its sales to numerous charitable causes around the world. It supports special causes such as helping disadvantaged youth, fighting addiction, preserving wildlife, and promoting breast cancer awareness. This makes it even more worthwhile to support this amazing company on Chicken Soup for the Soul Day!</p></div></div>
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