THIS IS FOR MY ALL I LANDER FRIENDS.YOU CAN BECOME AN AUTHOR AND BE A PART OF A LEGEND CALLED THE CHICKEN SOUP.GO AHEAD AND MAKE A MARK.I SHALL BE PROUD OF YOU.

ADVANCE CONGRATUALTIONS---.

PLEASE READ BELOW----

This is Raksha Bharadia. I am an author.

My debut book 'ME' - a handbook for Life (Rupa & Co) is on the shelf.
The next book Roots and Wings - a handbook for parents (Rupa & Co) would be out soon.
I compiled the debut book for the Chicken soup series for India titled Chicken soup for the Indian soul which would be released by December 2007.
You can Google search my name for more information.
The current assignment undertaken by me is compilation of individual experiences for:
'Chicken Soup for the Indian Teenage soul' for Westland publishing house. The above written titles will carry the brand name of Chicken soup and the publishing house believes it will surely be a success.
One does not need to be a teenager to write for the same. You can talk about your own teen experience in retrospect, or about the teens that you have come across in your life. You can share any story which you think would be relevant to the Teens today!
I welcome your experiences for the same….
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STORY SPECIFICATIONS

Stories should be non-fiction, ranging in length between 300-1200 words.

Chapters/Themes

Relationships- How to survive the loss of a love, giving space in relationships, loosing a relationship because you held back, moving on in a relationship.

Friendships-Stories on how you could resist negative peer pressure, how you could put away your judgmental cap, how you could connect, break ice, how your friend taught you something, stood by you…etc.

On Family-stories about your parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, brothers, sisters etc…

On Love and kindness- This chapter contains stories that describe acts of love and kindness; the healing power of love; acts of tenderness and compassion; acts of generosity; and events that transcend racism, sexism, ageism and nationalism. Even stories of your crush, first kiss, first love, love that you remember even today and why, etc…



On Learning- This chapter contains stories that demonstrate caring, compassion and creativity in the art of teaching—both in the classroom and outside the classroom.

Tough Stuff- This chapter contains stories that demonstrate how we have triumphed over our own personal obstacles or supported one over theirs, and how individually each should be celebrated.

Making a difference-

Going for it/Reaching for Goals- This chapter will contain stories that demonstrate the power of believing in your dream, the power of goal setting, the wisdom of trusting and following your heart, the power of giving encouragement and the importance of asking for and being open to receiving assistance from both other people and God.

P.S Please forward this mail to friends and family who are interested in submitting stories!



Please send your stories to:

rakshabharadia@gmail.com and bharadiaraksha@hotmail.com