First off, thanks tons to everyone who vote on my poll! Over a hundred votes
I'm not sure what I expected, but the numbers were high for each category (I've left the poll up for you to see the results!)... soooo... August will be full of all three types of contests.
Starting at the basics, during this month you can expect at least two single book contests for these titles:
Ash by Malinda Lo (signed ARC)
Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater (ARC)
I have also conjured up two or three prize packs, which two I have figured out so far:
Another Faust + poster
Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick + angel necklace
So, onto the COMMENT CONTEST!
I really want to hold this contest for a few different reasons.
- I'm moving in November and need to get rid of some of my books!
- I have over 100 books from ALA that I need to READ
- Basically, I need to read a lot before my new job starts at the end of the month...
Rules!
Now, what are you going to win? I know, I'm holding you in suspense.
Since I'm not sure how many books I will finish (that aren't already planned contest items), I'm breaking it down like this. There will be 3 winners no matter what.
If I read 10 books:
1st place winner gets 5 books
2nd place winner gets 3 books
3rd place winner gets 1 book
If I read at least 15 books:
1st place winner gets 7 books
2nd place winner gets 4 books
3rd place winner gets 2 books
If I read at least 20 books:
1st place winner gets 10 books
2nd place winner gets 5 books
3rd place winner gets 3 books
Now, every time I post a review, I will let you know if that book is in for the contest or not (I do have one or two library books I may be reading).
But, here is a potential list of books in the pot for the contest:
T'Aragam (signed) - already read and reviewed HERE
How to Say Goodbye in Robot (ARC)
Crash Into Me (ARC)
Hazel (ARC)
Candor (ARC)
Violet Wings (ARC)
Mirrorscape (ARC)
The Magician of Hoad (ARC)
Girl Overboard (signed)
Nothing but the Truth (and a few white lies) (signed)
The Ever Breath (ARC)
Bran Hambric (ARC)
Tricks (ARC)
Break (ARC)
Hidden Talents (ARC)
The Maze Runner (ARC)
War Games (ARC)
Heartsinger (signed)
Murder at Midnight (ARC)
Troubadour (ARC)
Lockdown (ARC)
Dragon Spear (ARC)
Give up the Ghost (signed ARC)
Watersmeet (signed ARC)
There's a lot more too that I have here waiting to be read - but those are the ones I think you guys would be most interested in.
So, leave me a comment, get an entry. If you want, beg me to read a few of these in your comment on this post. Or, you could bug me on twitter too (bookgoil). I like getting bugged. :)
- 1 comment = 1 entry
- Every comment counts EXCEPT on other contests I'll be running this month.
- No more than two comments per post.
- Comments should be more than just two or three words. Sentences are nice. :)
- Comments start with this post!
- You get +5 for spreading the word about this contest on your blog/twitter/etc. (leave me a link with your comment) No link = no extra points. I'd prefer you to post the links in the comments section of this post. Thanks.
- Open to EVERYONE!
- Ends Monday, August 31st at midnight CST.
Now, what are you going to win? I know, I'm holding you in suspense.
Since I'm not sure how many books I will finish (that aren't already planned contest items), I'm breaking it down like this. There will be 3 winners no matter what.
If I read 10 books:
1st place winner gets 5 books
2nd place winner gets 3 books
3rd place winner gets 1 book
If I read at least 15 books:
1st place winner gets 7 books
2nd place winner gets 4 books
3rd place winner gets 2 books
If I read at least 20 books:
1st place winner gets 10 books
2nd place winner gets 5 books
3rd place winner gets 3 books
Now, every time I post a review, I will let you know if that book is in for the contest or not (I do have one or two library books I may be reading).
But, here is a potential list of books in the pot for the contest:
T'Aragam (signed) - already read and reviewed HERE
How to Say Goodbye in Robot (ARC)
Crash Into Me (ARC)
Hazel (ARC)
Candor (ARC)
Violet Wings (ARC)
Mirrorscape (ARC)
The Magician of Hoad (ARC)
Girl Overboard (signed)
Nothing but the Truth (and a few white lies) (signed)
The Ever Breath (ARC)
Bran Hambric (ARC)
Tricks (ARC)
Break (ARC)
Hidden Talents (ARC)
The Maze Runner (ARC)
War Games (ARC)
Heartsinger (signed)
Murder at Midnight (ARC)
Troubadour (ARC)
Lockdown (ARC)
Dragon Spear (ARC)
Give up the Ghost (signed ARC)
Watersmeet (signed ARC)
There's a lot more too that I have here waiting to be read - but those are the ones I think you guys would be most interested in.
So, leave me a comment, get an entry. If you want, beg me to read a few of these in your comment on this post. Or, you could bug me on twitter too (bookgoil). I like getting bugged. :)
123 comments:
YAY! You rock, Kristen!:D I really, really, REALLY hope I win sth!
It's good to see the results of the poll and that you are considering them. The list of potential books is interesting and after I comment I am going to look up some to see what they are about. All the future contests look great.
Seahn
Wow! Great contest!
I think that means you really need to read 20 books Kristen!
Everything looks fantastic as always on your blog, and I love the idea of doing a comment contest.
Speaking of which, have you finished The Name of The Wind yet??
+5 I added a link on my blog's sidebar (http://readingisthespiceoflife.blogspot.com)
The link says Win Multiple Books From Kristen's Comment Contest, and goes to the contests-for-august entry!
The Magician of the Hoard, that one sounds interesting, Start Reading, don't worry, you can pack later!
Those books look great! I added a link to your contest on my blog's sidebar! http://thebookscout.blogspot.com/
Thanks!
kelseythebookscout@gmail.com
Fabulous giveaways this month. I would love to be entered.
I think I'm most excited about the possiblity of winning Shiver and Ash, they sound awesome and I'd love to read them early!
+5 I linked you on my sidebar here.
Happy reading, you busy, busy girl!
Wee! This is awesome! :D
+5 tweeted this:
http://twitter.com/issalovesedward/status/3069361772
What a great idea! Read and give away the books so you won't have to pack them! Am sure the movers will thank you. *L*
Sent out a RT:
http://twitter.com/Alexia561/status/3069504556
Great contest I linked on my sidebar
http://thelifeofateenlibrarian.blogspot.com/
I'm like you! Too many books and not enough time. Or so it seems sometimes. However, I love, love, love to read and always make the time. Please enter my name in your amazing contest. Thank you!
wandanamgreb (at) gmail (dot) com
Great contest =) Please sign me in! I really hope you read Never cry werewolfe I'd like to win that one =P
I'm actualy trying to get an interview with the auther right now!
I twitted about your contest (dont know how to link tweets?)
How exciting!! A new job, yay =) Seems you have a lot on your plate before that starts AND your moving soon. You're pretty amazing girl!
I'm really looking forward to your thoughts on the books you've listed. To throw some out there: Candor, How to Say Goodbye in Robot, Watersmeet, and Tricks! =)
Awesome contests you've got planned btw. I look forward to your upcoming posts.
Really hope you read the Tricks and Candor ARCs. I really want to read those!
+5 posted link to contest on my sidebar: http://lilibethramos.blogspot.com
lilibethramosATliveDOTcom
Holy smokes, you got 100 books from ALA? I wish I'd gone... Although this contest makes up for it! It's a great idea! :) Loads of contests are always great. ;D
- Alex
Oh, when does this contest actually end? Since the title of the post is August contests, I'm going to guess that it ends at the end of August and I'll say that when I link to it in my sidebar. (http://aflightofminds.blogspot.com)
Just tell me if I'm wrong though, and need to change the date!
- Alex
Haha of course enter me! I'm completely jealous of that long list of books from ALA...
-Lizzy
Cornucopiaofreviews@gmail.com
I also posted about it on my sidebar here:
http://cornucopiaofreviews.blogspot.com
Geez girl, huge contest!
I linked in my sidebar:
www.thebookcellarx.blogspot.com :)
I'm having a little trouble understanding this but I hope I get it right.
I'll follow the lead & link on sidebar:
http://crystalreviews.blogspot.com/
I tweeted about.. I mentioned u.
I really want to read violet wings & Maze Runner..
Also I tweeted on twitter :)
+5 tweeted this as ProdElektra:)
Seriously, I love you for holding this contest. You have GREAT choice in books!
Great contest with great books! :)
+5 I posted it in my sidebar at http://whatbrireads.blogspot.com
I'm sure they're all good, but I'm mostly looking forward to Candor, Crash Into Me, Tricks, Break, and The Maze Runner. :)
-Briana
Holy Cow you have a big month a head of you. I would have LOVED to gone to ALA.
+5 I linked to contest in sidebar.
Yeah! I'm excited about this contest!
I will blog about it!
http://thewordnest.blogspot.com/
Good Luck! I think you should start with Give up the Ghost :). I will post this on my blog and leave a link later when I get back home.
Oh awesome - that's such an impressive list up there, looks like it'll be a ton of fun getting through those books!
+5 Linked the contest at http://twitter.com/lucidconspiracy/status/3072701982
=) Cheers
So I guess you'd better get busy reading if you're going to get through 100 books!! Good luck with that.
Thanks for sharing your books with us!
Wow, cool contest concept! I am officially begging you to read Watersmeet. That book looks sweet! Good luck with your reading...
Hmm. I haven't heard of many of these (except from your GR posts), but some of the titles make me curious, especially Nothing But the Truth (and a few white lies). Funny.
~Misty
what an awesome contest,that's a great list of books. I think you should read first Watersmeet them Give up the Ghost.
elaing8(at)netscape(dot)net
+5 I added this link to my sidebar at http://wickedgoodbooks.blogspot.com
PLEASE read Tricks! I love Ellen Hopkins books!
infinitemusic19 AT gmail DOT com
Shawna lewis
weloveourdogs@juno.com
How wonderful are you thanks for this chance to win you ROCK!!!! I think you should read The Magician of Hoad. ;o)
Woo hoo! Sounds like a fun contest :)
Good luck with the move and all. I hate packing :( Unpacking is actually kinda fun for me though :)
T'Aragam is on my wishlist.
WilowRaven[at]yahoo[dot]com
Linked on my blog sidebar
redhousebooks.blogspot.com
btw - when does this contest end?
WilowRaven[at]yahoo[dot]com
I like the idea of a comment contest. The list looks great, I'm looking forward to Candor. Hope you had a good time at ALA. I really wished I could have gone.
I posted a link on my blog
http://casey62588.blogspot.com/
I tweeted about this contest too
http://twitter.com/casey62588/status/3076033284
Great Blog Kristen! This contest looks awesome! There are some really great books up for grabs!
You should seriously read Bran Hambic, Candor, and Tricks. But mainly Bran Hambic, I am looking foward to that soooo much! Awesome contest by the way!
I added the link in my sidebar too!
HarlequinTwilightsbookblog.blogspot.com
I am so jealous that you got to go to ALA, I wanted to go so bad! Lucky duck!
Okay this is probably the best contest ever and I would so love to win. I plan on commenting on every little thing and I really can't wait for the Ash and Hush, Hush contests too. I posted a link in the right sidebar of my blog:
katiesbookblog-katie.blogspot.com
Ooh...please enter me!. I especially have been wanting to read Candor.
I posted about this giveaway here: http://debbiesworldofbooks.com/other-book-giveaways
Whoa! Awesome giveaway:) Good luck with your move.
tweet
http://twitter.com/bridget3420/status/3082725211
Also read Give Up the Ghost, Crash Into Me, and Bran Hambric because they all sound really awesome!
It's sad that I haven't heard of one book in your list! :( I've clearly got to check every one of those, asap!
And I posted about your contest on my blog's sidebar! it's here on the side, just scroll down. :)
Posted a link on the sidebar here: http://donnasbloghome.blogspot.com/
bacchus76 at myself dot com
this is my birth month and as such i want books. lots of books. and what will i do with them when i finish? i think hospitals still have book carts, and that is where they will go. and if not there, a rehabilitation center. trust me, the biggest battle grounded people stuck in a rehab center is b o a r d u m!!! so let's celebrate my birth with my win and sharing with others.
+5 http://twitter.com/spvaughan/status/3097989215
spvaughan yahoo com
Thank you for this amazing contest! THIS IS ME BEGGING YOU TO READ MIRRORSCAPE.
+5 Linked the contest on my sidebar. http://missdanaidae.blogspot.com/
Shawna Lewis
weloveoudogs@juno.com
I posted this on my Facebook here is the link!!!
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/posted.php?id=1259591812&share_id=242456710017&comments=1&ref=nf#s242456710017
Shawna Lewis
weloveourdogs@juno.com
I Twetted about this Blog & Giveaway.
http://twitter.com/theblindcupid/status/3103252339
This is such a great idea for a contest! Well, I'm going to be participating since it sounds so much fun :)
This contest is also on the sidebar of my blog:
http://endlessbooks.livejournal.com
I hope that's okay!
I can't help but notice that Bran Hambric is on the list! You should really read it. I've heard so many great things about it :)
This sounds like a really great giveaway! It's different, but great!
I posted your contest under my 'Mighty Cool Contests' on the right sidebar.
http://darlingreviews.blogspot.com/
Cool idea! Sounds like a nightmare to count entries though, so good luck with that :) *crosses fingers for Bran Hambric ;D* Haha.
+5 Twittered the contest here: http://twitter.com/chloeeesays/statuses/3134468541
Hey, a comment contest is a really novel idea, though how you are going to deal with the logistics of tallying is beyond me. But it's great of you to organise one anyway. And 100 books! WHEW!
I'm always ready to win free books. Thanks for having the contest.
jlansky@comcast.net
People have some amazing contests. I should give some of my books away. They aren't ARCS or even that recent though.
I will be commenting. I voted on your poll just a while ago. How do you know who votes?
Great contest. Im in the UK- can I still enter? If I can, wicked! Free books rule. Happy Reading!
Rocs - it's open to everyone. :) So, yes, you can enter.
SerieslyReady, I don't know that I can tell. I just hope people did. :-D
If UK is allowed I do hope Sri Lanka is also allowed!!!! The list is awesome - all the very latest. Thanks
Mystica
this is such an awesome giveaway! Good luck with all the reading. I really wanna read/win Nothing But the Truth (and a few white lies). Thanks for having this contest :D
So many books. *drools*
Tweeted: http://twitter.com/dy0ulee/status/3189516611
Added to sidebar: http://liveandbreathesmexily.blogspot.com/
Wow I hope I win!
I blogged about it..
http://somethingsamantha.blogspot.com/2009/08/carols-book-giveaway.html
I hope I win!! I'll be posting on like all your posts =] lol
I hope I win!!
dasammywonggirl@yahoo.com
Blogged about it!
http://somethingsamantha.blogspot.com/2009/08/carols-book-giveaway.html
such a generous giveaway,yay for book love, all sorts of drool worthy books
wheresmyrain@yahoo.com
also, your smart, i moved last year without downsizing my book load....messy stuff. painful results.
wheresmyrain@yahoo.com
Kristen...pretty please I wanna win? ::bats eyelashs:: It always works in the cartoons right?
I posted about the contest on my sidebar:
Poisoned Rationality
Oh I love the idea of a comment contest. It's like a win-win for all of us. You read books and get feedback and we win books.
Oooh, there's a lot of books there I'm interest on *--*
+5 http://twitter.com/tdlivros/status/3225849074
juiceb0xx at hotmail dot com
What a great giveaway! If I could read faster I could finish enough books to give them away too :D
Thanks for hosting it.
+5 I blogged about this giveaway at
http://readinginappalachia.blogspot.com/2008/11/current-book-giveaways.html
Fabulous contest! Count me in!
Gina
grgenius(at)go(dot)com
Good luck reading as many as you can! =0)
Yeah, for moving. I am assuming its because you are getting married- Congratulations. Your dress is pretty. Thanks for giving away your books. I posted in the side bar about this on my blog.
http://pageturners-underthecover.blogspot.com/
- Pixie
Kudos on the book reading. And my sympathy on moving. When I move my book boxes outnumber all the others. But I gaining. I can always use more. I am a follower. Give up the Ghost and Violet Wings both sound yummy.
Wow! How many books! I hope you read all of them because the sound great! But of all of them Candor is the one I'm most interested in.
Congrats for moving, but I hope you don't have back problems.. just thinking about moving and packing so many boxes with so many books makes mine ache =)
+5 I've blog about the contest but it's in spanish so I hope you don't mind!
http://todoesfacilsi.blogspot.com/2009/08/sorte-de-libros.html
Thank you!!
Omg. This contest sounds amazing. :)
I've always wanted to read Violet Wings, lol. :]
jenny.n94@gmail.com
ZOMYGOSH You're giving away Bran Hambric! THAT is the book I want! But I've been wanting an ARC!!!
I heard Tricks was good too. Haven't heard of many of the others, but maybe I've heard of the authors.
Shiver isn't on the list, that's also one I'm wanting.
E-Mail: ninjafanpire@hotmail.com
+5 Linked to contest in Blog post: http://ninjafanpire.blogspot.com/2009/08/contests_13.html
Do I get another +5 for Twittering?
http://twitter.com/NinjaFanpire/status/3311939409
Do I get another +5 for a Journal post on another site?
http://kilama.deviantart.com/journal/26587653/
(Yes, I DO want that Bran Hambric ARC!)
This is such a great idea for a book giveaway. You are brilliant! (flattery gets you everywhere) *winks*
Hehe I like this contest! I shall go and start commenting :)
Hint Hint: You should read Give Up the Ghost and Watersmeet, and then put in the contest ;] I've been dying to read those.
+5 I put this contest on my sidebar at http://booksobsession.blogspot.com
booksobsession(at)gmail(dot)com
Thanks!
Excellent contest! I commented on your Hush Hush and Catching Fire reviews.
lesly7ch(at)yahoo(dot)com
I don't think I've commented already, but if I have, then please just count this one.
shutupjessicasreading(at)gmail(dot)com
Jessica
I love this contest. GIVE UP THE GHOST. OMYGOODNESS.
sekritsister@Hotmail.com
Also, you rock. You are a beautiful person. Feel better.
Awesome contest! I'm sure you'll be able to read most of those books by the time you move.
I posted a link of this contest on my sidebar:
http://caprubia.blogspot.com/
caprubia(at)gmail(dot)com
I am sure that by November you will finish your list and I certainly hope so!!! with very selfish reasons!!!
Please count me in
Mystica
mystica123athotmaildotcom
That's really cool! I love that you are giving yourself goals and giving out prizes with your own goals! I love your reviews! Keep up the awesome work!
Robinw19@mac.com
Wow, you've got some really great books listed there! I'd love to get my hands of some of 'em! ;p One I've been really excited to read is "Crash Into Me"!!! :)
+5 for spreading the word about this contest on my blog and Twitter.
http://robolobolyn-03.livejournal.com/26158.html
http://twitter.com/robbiebear03
Hope I win!
Robyn :)
robyn_emilyrose_murphy@hotmail.com
I'm Ecstatic about this contest!
Email i_yamileth_h_11(at)hotmail(dot)com
Link on blog sidebar: http://xxrandombscxx.blogspot.com/
Wow chica this contest is freakin' awesome! You have so many ARC books, so so lucky :)I wanna read so many of those books ..thanks for giving us the chance to participate, hope I win! *fingers crossed*
+5 I twittered about it here:http://twitter.com/lafemmereaders
Thanks!
-Eleni
lafemmereaders@yahoo.com
Awesome contest! I can't wait! I really hope I win because I'm a little short on books.
dasammywonggirl@yahoo.com
First off, I must say, GREAT contest, seriously. I'm sure everyone is hoping to win (Ok I'm positive that everyone wants to win, I mean, who doesn't want to win a contest for some great books).
Second, that's a lot of books to read, but on the other hand, the more books you read, the more books to win.
And last but not least, good luck moving to wherever you're moving! Need lots of room for all those books.
Once again, thanks for the awesome contest.
Julie
killercheez3@yahoo.com
please count me in!!!
+5 for posting this contest on twitter: http://twitter.com/Lilychild713
lilychild713@hotmail.com
Count me in! You have so many ARCS!!!!!!!!! WOW!!!!!! You're so lucky!
regietc@gmail.com
Shawna Lewis
weloveourdogs@juno.com
Thanks so much for this chance to win this amazing book giveaway WOW!!!
Wow this is a really great contest! Tons of awesome books in that list. I want to read so many of them!
-Marisa
lovin_the_sun1@hotmail.com
Aiieee! I'm so late entering the contest :( but I just now got the final version of my blog up and running. I'm ready to go public! so here's my contest link: http://wp.me/pBVdc-3a and you already know my gmail.
Wahoo! A contest : ) I'm planning on doing the same thing -- having a contest to get rid of some of my books. Oh man, I love them but I use my ereader now. Please enter me:
geekettesarbear(at)yahoo(dot)com
Thanks!
Where are you moving to?
Wow! What a list! :)
I've blogged:http://bunnymoney9.blogspot.com/2009/08/before-aug-ends.html
and Tweeted: http://twitter.com/bunnyb/status/3561524293
bunnybx at gmail . com
PLease get reading! Mama needs some books!
Zoe0825@verizon.net
Great Contest, Kristen.
Love to help you move by taking some books off your hands!
Posted about the giveaway!
http://tyngasreviews.blogspot.com/2009/08/other-giveaways.html
Great Contest! I know how it is moving with too many books. I had to get a storage unit when I moved the last time. I just discovered your blog and will start following. Your reading list sounds interesting. Good luck with your move!!
Carter
http://cc-chronicles.blogspot.com
Great contest. I hop e I never have to get rid of tons of my books *looks at her shelves and gets weepy*
+5 posted on my sidebar
http://thelifeofateenlibrarian.blogspot.com/
Thanks
teensatthelibrary[at]yahoo[dot]com
Thanks for this giveaway! Giveaways have introduced me to a lot of excellent blogs!
delilah0180(at)yahoo(dot)com
There are so many books there that I want to read. This is a totally awesome contest. Count me in.
~Briana
thebookpixie[at]yahoo[dot]com
+5 Oh, and I linked to your contest in my blog sidebar.
http://thebookpixie.blogspot.com/
~Briana
thebookpixie[at]yahoo[dot]com
Please enter me in this amazing contest! I am really excited about Violet Wings, and Candor. Thanks.
allie(dot)casady(at)me(dot)com
I love the sound of The Maze Runner and Murder at Midnight.
Thanks
Mystica
mystica123athotmaildotcom
I would LOVE to win! I LOVE READING!!
Thankyou!! :D:D:D
-Lindsay
lindsay15photo@gmail.com
This contest was a great idea! Love it.
I'd love to win this contest, the books look interesting.
Tweeted again about the giveaway!
http://twitter.com/Tynga/status/3670915977
SO I posted on every single post of august 2 times, May I suggest that for next contest it's only 1 comment per post? I felt kinda stupid posting twice just for the sake of posting twice.
Tanks again for the giveaway!
There are some awesome books in the pile I'd like to ge tmy hands on!
Wow! This is one of the most fantastic giveaways I have come across. I hope you have read a lot! :) I have my fingers crossed.
knittingmomof3(AT)gmail(DOT)com
I agree with Tynga. If you do another comment contest, it should be only 1 comment. It would be so much easier.
Great contest, so many awesome books! I thought I already entered but I must have forgotten to. Good luck with your move and new job.
Added to sidebar
www.wrightysreads.blogspot.com
5wrights1@verizon.net
I also agree with Tynga on the one comment. I feel weird posting twice. Oh well still a great contest!
Thanks for the awesome contest.
+5 I added a link on my sidebar:
http://hookedonyabooks.blogspot.com/
lovinfitch(at)aol(dot)com
(Sorry if this is a repeat, lost my comment!)
Commented on three posts.
- Zommbie Interview with Emma
- It's Monday...
- Show me 5 Saturday
5wrights1[at]verizon[dot]net
I really need to find out about fantastic contests like this before they're almost over!
book.splotATgmailDOTcom
I would love to win this! Please enter me.
lag110@mchsi.com
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