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Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul II: More Stories of Life, Love and Learning

Jack Canfield

Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul II: More Stories of Life, Love and Learning

Jack Canfield · 2025

Literary fiction

Banned in 1 country

About this book

The teen years are one of the most difficult periods of life; while at the same time one of the most fun. Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul II is the handbook for all teenagers for surviving and succeeding during these exciting years. Teenagers will treasure this heart-warming collection of stories and find comfort in the advice they offer. These inspirational stories are infused with courage, hope and wisdom; they offer guidance, sustenance and advice to all teenagers facing tough times and provide true nourishment for the soul. With lessons on: the nature of friendship and love; the value of respect for yourself and others; dealing with issues such as death, suicide and the loss of love; and, most importantly, growing up, Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul II will delight teenagers around the world.

Censorship history

In 2025, "Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul II" was banned at the school level in the United States due to concerns over its content, categorized under "Other." This decision followed a series of complaints from parents and educators in various school districts, leading to discussions at local school board meetings about the appropriateness of the book for teenage readers. The ban was upheld in several districts, reflecting ongoing debates about the suitability of certain themes in literature for young audiences.

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