Chicken Soup for the American Idol Soul (Paperback)

~ Jack Canfield (Author), Mark Victor Hansen (Author), (Author)
Key Phrases: American Idol, Los Angeles, Hollywood Week (more...)

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Stories from Idols and Their Fans for Everyone Who Believes in a Dream. . .

 

With stories from Carrie Underwood, Clay Aiken,

Jordin Sparks, Ruben Studdard,

Melinda Doolittle, Blake Lewis, Sanjaya Malakar,

and many other top Idols from every season!

 

Do you love the thrill of seeing people's dreams come true? Do you enjoy the excitement of rooting for your favorite contestant ? Has your spirit ever soared from watching a performance on American Idol ? For anyone who has watched America 's best loved television show, here's a collection of captivating stories that take you into the hearts, minds and souls of the Idols, the fans, and the team that makes the show possible.
 

These are the stories the television cameras don't see—true, uplifting, and entertaining tales told with humor and candor that will leave you laughing, crying, and feeling inspired, whether you are a die-hard Idol watcher or an occasional fan . Chicken Soup for the American Idol Soul is the perfect marriage of the #1 show in television history and the #1 non-fiction book series in publishing history—both dedicated to celebrating the triumph of spirit over adversity, the fulfillment of dreams coming true, and the power of love.

In Chicken Soup for the American Idol Soul , those closest to the heart of American Idol — from the executive producers to the stylists, from the fans to the judges, from the top finalists to the behind-the-scenes crew —share their moving stories of obstacles overcome, love and support shared, lessons learned and lives touched and changed forever. This is truly the stuff that dreams are made of—and why almost 60 million people faithfully tune in week after week, year after year.

About the Author

Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen are the co-creators of the bestselling Chicken Soup for the Soul series.

Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen are the co-creators of the bestselling Chicken Soup for the Soul series.

Debra Poneman is an award-winning speaker, seminar leader and author.  Recognized as one of the pioneers in the field of personal growth, Debra is a popular talk show guest and has appeared on radio and TV from coast to coast.

As founder and president of Yes to Success, Inc., her breakthrough methods for creating success, prosperity and lasting happiness have helped transform the lives of hundreds of thousands of people around the world.  

In her most recent book, Chicken Soup for the American Idol Soul, the principles Debra has taught for over two decades such as utilizing the power of the Law of Attraction, welcoming obstacles as opportunities and pursuing your passion all come alive in the lives of the American Idols.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: HCI (November 15, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0757306454
• ISBN-13: 978-0757306457
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #362,391 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Idol Lover's Will Love It, November 1, 2007

By	Dena Harris (North Carolina) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

You either get American Idol or you don't. And for those out there who refuse to answer the phone, doorbell, or the muffled cries of our kids while American Idol is on... this book is for you. As with all Chicken Soup books, there's something for everyone. Laughter, tears, inspiration... The behind the scenes stories from past contestants are fun and remind us why we liked them to begin with. This book is a quick, fun, read and the perfect gift for any American Idol fan.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars United We Idol, November 12, 2007

By	Cynthia Borris "author NO MORE BOBS" (CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

NO MORE BOBS

The wait was well worth the outcome. After months of anticipation, Chicken Soup for the Soul scored a ten on this outstanding collection of American Idol stories.

All the stories from contestants, winners, Idol staff, and even fans are animated and personal. The moments shared make you laugh, cry and remember why we all love the Idol spirit. For me, the strongest memories come from the fans; people just like me across the country who unite with family, friends and co-workers to become one with the show.

These stories remind me that I'm not alone watching this show. I'm connected.
So many nights alive again in this book. Faces again on stage: Chris Daughtry, George Huff, Carrie Underwood. The list goes on.

Not only is it a great book, a portion of the sales go to charity. A win-win for everyone. This book represents the essence of dreams and demonstrates how we all can make a difference when we come together - one vote, one voice at a time.

Thanks, Chicken Soup for an excellent collection that touches our hearts and gives back in a complete circle. A book for all ages: young adult to golden senior. A book where the giver is enriched as much as the receiver.

The perfect gift that keeps on giving after the final page.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Chicken Soup for the American Idol soul, November 11, 2007

By	Robin Tennant (evanston,illinois) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I bought the book out of obligation as I am friends with one of the authors,just to see what she had been up to and as a show of support. Never thinking I would actually have to Read it!
I had an interesting trip to the ER with my 10 year old son and the only book to read to him was the Idol Soul. Neither of us are big Idol fans so I expected it to be a stretch for him and myself to make it sound interesting. Boy was I wrong! The book held our attention from the inspiring stories of the inner city and rural poverty and turning your life around. It was a great distraction, taught ethical lessons in a supremely uplifting and motivating fashion. What I especially enjoyed was the people were all so open and approachable,the humanity of the people made me glad to be sharing it with my son in his time of trial.