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For Adolescents

A Night Without Stars
This book, designed for the adolescent facing open-heart surgery, is a story of a 10-year-old girl who is facing open heart surgery and the fears she is dealing with. She meets a young boy near her age who is badly scarred from burns; he helps her to face her fears by sharing his experiences with her.

Young People & Chronic Illness
Is it possible to live a happy life, even though you have a medical problem? Yes, and this book can tell you. It is designed for adolescents and features real stories written by young adults who are living with chronic illnesses themselves.