Mary Beth Sobolewski, Editor-in-Chief, Mary Beth's Bean Bag World(TM) Monthly magazine
"Precious compilation of all the joys and goodness that have come from the giving, receiving, and collecting of Beanie Babies(R)... You will love this reading experience."

Sara Nelson, "BeanieMom," creator and Webmaster of "BeanieMom" Web site
"Wonderful anthology of truly special stories from collectors both young and old... Beanie Babies(R) have proven to be truly magical. These stories remind me of why I love them so and will continue to collect them for years to come."

Suzy Haghighi, creator and Webmaster of "BeaniePhiles" Web site
"What a wonderful, inspiring book! It is full of insight into why and how we collect.... It's funny at times and is always touching. Heartfelt Stories About Beanie Babies(R)...captures the true essence of the collector...."

Janie E. Daniels, commonly known as Ms. Janie, author of "The Beanie Invasion"
"The first book of its kind that really touches the soul and captures the true meaning of Beanies(R). I highly recommend adding Heartfelt Stories... to your home library."

Becky Phillips, co-author of Beanie Mania II: The Complete Collector's Guide, and publisher and editor of Beanie Mania magazine
"This book will touch your heart and move your spirit.... It will be difficult to hold back your emotions as you read about how Beanie Babies(R) have changed people's lives. Take the time to share these stories for all generations with family and friends."

Mary Beth Sobolewski, Editor-in-Chief , Mary Beth's Bean Bag World Monthly magazine
"A precious compilation of all the joys and goodness that have come from giving, receiving, and collecting Beanie Babies...You will love this reading experience."

Sara Nelson, "BeanieMom," creator and Webmaster of "BeanieMom Web site
"A wonderful anthology of truly special stories from collectors both young and old...Beanie Babies have proven to be truly magical. These stories remind me of why I love them so and will continue to collect them for years to come."

Suzy Haghighi, creator and Webmaster of "BeaniePhiles" Web site
"What a wonderful, inspiring book! It is full of insight into why and how we collect...It's funny at times and is always touching. Heartfelt Stories About Beanie Babies...captures the true essence of the collector..."

Angela M. S. Nelson, Ph.D., Director, Center for Popular Culture Studies, Bowling Green State University
"Ms. Knapp's book is...significant because she allows Beanie Baby collectors to tell their stories in their own words...It strengthens the study of popular culture by providing important data about an important phenomenon in people's lives."

Janie E. Daniels, commonly known as Ms. Janie, author of The Beanie Invasion
"The first book of its kind that really touches the soul and captures the true meaning of Beanies. I highly recommend adding Heartfelt Stories...to your home library."

Book Description
Everyone knows you can make money with Beanie Babies(R). Now the true stories in Heartfelt Stories About Beanie Babies(R) and Those Who Collect Them show what makes them priceless. This inspiring anthology offers nearly 200 stories from collectors ages 9-79 whose lives have been changed by Beanie Babies(R). Readers of all ages will be amazed at how Beanie Babies(R) have functioned as motivating coaches, teachers, therapists and emotional healers, benefactors, trouble-shooters, nurses, matchmakers, companions, and family counselors. They'll read about: * the mother who found a way to face the trauma of chemotherapy * the nine-year-old boy who started a mission to help the homeless * the dying father who discovered a reason to smile * the long-standing friendship that magically turned to love and marriage and many more heartfelt stories. This heartwarming collection is the first to document the everlasting legacy of Beanie Babies(R) as seen in their enormous cultural impact. Some of these stories may surprise you; a few may bring a tear; many will make you smile. But all will warm your heart, much in the same way Chocolate(TM) the Moose, Schweetheart(TM) the Orangutan, and Whisper(TM) the Deer warm the hearts of Beanie Baby(TM) lovers all across the world. Foreword by Mary Beth Sobolewski of Mary Beth's Bean Bag World(TM) Monthly magazine. Afterword by Angela M. S. Nelson, Ph.D., noted pop culture authority, director of the Center for Popular Culture Studies, Bowling Green State University Cover endorsements by Beanie Celebrities Mary Beth Sobolewski of Mary Beth's Bean Bag World(TM) Monthly magazine; Sara Nelson, "Beanie Mom", and many others.

From the Publisher
You've heard a lot about Beanie Babies(R). Maybe you're one of the millions of collectors who adore these cuddly, cute toys. But did you know that special blessings have come to many people who collect Beanie Babies(R)? Listen to the collector voices within this book and learn how you, too, can bring blessings into your life, or the lives of those you love. See how dreams do come true through the magic of Beanie Babies(R).

From the author
"As a collector of Beanie Babies(R), I realized changes in my life that brought about a greater sense of well-being, balance and happiness. In my search to document this wonderful "side effect" of collecting, I discovered that hundreds of other collectors were eager to share the changes that Beanies(TM) have made in their lives, and through them, in the lives of others. I'm sure these stories will touch readers' hearts as they have touched mine. And I hope they will inspire others to find their own heartfelt stories, born in the wonder of Beanie Babies(R)."

About the Author
Pam Knapp was drawn into collecting Beanie Babies by chance. Almost immediately she noticed a change in her life: a sense of greater well-being, balance, and happiness. In her search to document this wonderful "side effect" of collecting, Pam discovered that hundreds of other collectors wanted to share the changes that had come into their lives as well as the lives of others. A freelance feature writer and former newspaper reporter, Pam knew she had to chronicle this new Beanie Baby phenomenon. Now a collector of both Beanie Babies and the true stories of rewards they bring, Pam created this book to show the world the everlasting legacy of Fuzz, Iggy, Mooch, Tiptoe, and all their furry friends.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Everyone knows you can make money with Beanie Babies®. Now the true stories in Heartfelt Stories About Beanie Babies® and Those Who Collect Them show what makes them priceless. This inspiring anthology celebrates the remarkable ways Beanies have changed people's lives. Readers of all ages will be amazed at how Beanie Babies® have functioned as motivating coaches, teachers, therapists and emotional healers, benefactors, trouble-shooters, nurses, matchmakers, companions, and family counselors. They'll read about: the mother who found a way to face the trauma of chemotherapy the nine-year-old boy who started a mission to help the homeless the dying father who discovered a reason to smile the long-standing friendship that magically turned to love and marriage

and many more heartfelt stories. Featuring stories from collectors ages nine to seventy-nine, this heartwarming book is the first to document the everlasting legacy of Beanie Babies®. Foreword by Mary Beth Sobolewski, editor-in-chief of Mary Beth's Bean Bag World Monthly.

About the Author:

Pam Knapp was drawn into collecting Beanie Babies® by chance. Almost immediately she noticed a change in her life: a sense of greater well-being, balance, and happiness. In her search to document this wonderful "side effect" of collecting, Pam discovered that hundreds of other collectors wanted to share the changes that had come into their lives as well as the lives of others. A freelance feature writer and former newspaper reporter, Pam knew she had to chronicle this new Beanie Baby phenomenon. Now a collector of both Beanie Babies® and the true stories of rewards they bring, Pam created this book to show the world the everlasting legacy of Fuzz, Iggy, Mooch, Tiptoe, and all their furry friends.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

A wonderful anthology of truly special stories from collectors both young and old..Beanie Babies® have proven to be truly magical. These stories remind me of why I love them so and will continue to collect them for years to come.  — (Sara Nelson, "BeanieMom," creator and Webmaster of "BeanieMom" Web site)

This book will touch your heart and move your spirit..It will be difficult to hold back your emotions as you read about how Beanie Babies® have changed people's lives. Take the time to share these stories for all generations with family and friends.  — (Becky Phillips, co-author of Beanie Mania II: The Complete Collector's Guide, and publisher and editor of Beanie Mania magazine)

The first book of its kind that really touches the soul and captures the true meaning of Beanies. I highly recommend adding Heartfelt Stories.to your home library.  — (Janie E. Daniels, commonly known as Ms. Janie, author of The Beanie Invasion)

A precious compilation of all the joys and goodness that have come from giving, receiving, and collecting Beanie Babies® .You will love this reading experience.  — (Mary Beth Sobolewski, Editor-in-Chief, Mary Beth's Bean Bag World Monthly)

What a wonderful, inspiring book! It is full of insight into why and how we collect..It's funny at times and is always touching. Heartfelt Stories About Beanie Babies®.captures the true essence of the collector..  — (Suzy Haghighi, creator and Webmaster of "BeaniePhiles" Web site)

Angela M.S. Nelson