Happy Mother's Day Kindle Fire Giveaway

What do you think? Would your mother like to receive a Kindle Fire and GC for ebooks for Mother's Day? Or maybe she has one and you know someone else who could use that gift or $250.00 in PayPal cash. Sounds like a lovely gift to me. :-)

Mother's Day Kindle Fire Giveaway

An awesome group of bloggers and authors have joined with me to bring you one fabulous prize!

One lucky winner will receive...

A Kindle Fire + Amazon Gift Code to fill it will ebooks ($250 Value)

Alternately the winner can choose $250 in Paypal Cash

Thanks for this fabulous group of authors & bloggers who have sponsored this giveaway!

Sponsor List
I Am A Reader
Simple Wyrdings
Kimber Leigh Wheaton
Cynthia Luhrs Author
Laurie Here - Cont Fiction and More
Heather Boyd, Historical Romance Author
Krysten Lindsay Hager author
Diana's Book Reviews
Every Free Chance Books
FLYLēF Book Reviews
Tamara Gill
Love. Without You
The Page Unbound
Glistering Bs Blog
Joshua David Bellin
A Leisure Moment
Toi Thomas
Helen Smith
Megan Tayte (romance author)
My Crazy Bookish Life
The Serious Reader
Cool Cat Mysteries
Barefoot by the Sea
inspiredbooksguide
Reviews by Martha's Bookshelf
Author Mary Ting
Lori's Reading Corner
Beth M. Honeycutt
Jennifer Bardsley
Heather Gray
The Candid Cover
Author Dorothy Dreyer

Giveaway Details

Kindle Fire + Amazon Gift Code ($250 value) or $250 in Paypal Cash
Ends 5/7/16

Open only to those who can legally enter, receive and use money sent via Paypal. Winning Entry will be verified prior to prize being awarded. No purchase necessary. You must be 18 or older to enter or have your parent enter for you. The winner will be chosen by rafflecopter and announced here as well as emailed and will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Rafflecopter or any other entity unless otherwise specified. The number of eligible entries received determines the odds of winning. Giveaway was organized by Kathy from I Am A Reader and sponsored by the authors, bloggers and publishers on the sponsor list. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.


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Dreaming of Books Giveaway Hop 2015!

Thanks to I Am A Reader for hosting!

Keeping it simple!

My Giveaway:

A book of choice up to $20 or $20 Amazon or Barnes & Noble Gift Card or $20 in Paypal Cash.
Open Internationally; January 16 to January 26, 2015.

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Happy Dreaming along the Hop!
(If the list doesn't show up, start HERE)

Christmas in July Giveaway Hop, July 22 to July 31, 2014

“Christmas in July” Giveaway Hop

July 22nd to 31st

Hosted by I Am A Reader, Not A Writer & Laurie Here

This is a Christmas Books only hop.  
The winner at Martha's Bookshelf gets to pick Christmas Title(s) valuing up to $25.00 (including shipping). The choice can be print, eBook or Audio.

Celebrate the Spirit of Christmas all year round!
Open Worldwide; Ends midnight July 31, 2014.

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This is a Blog Hop!
If Linky list doesn't show - start at I Am A Reader, Not A Writer

MBS 2013 Lazy Days of Summer Spontaneous Giveaway Hop

Happy Summer everyone!

Thanks to Burgandy Ice & I Am a Reader, Not A Writer for hosting another 'spontaneous' Hop.

My Giveaway is open Worldwide:

$10.00 Amazon Gift Card or PayPal Credit.

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Now you may happily hop along to enter more giveaways at these participating sites:

MBS - Spontaneous Midsummer's Eve Giveaway Hop

Okay - I may be a day late but there is still plenty of time to enter!

Thanks to Kathy at I Am A Reader, Not a Writer for sponsoring this. Kathy is taking a bit of a breather and if you have ever realized the number of hops and giveaways she hosts you can understand. It was barely leaving time for reviews...besides cutting into needed family time. I know I understand!

My Giveaway:  

Winner’s Choice: Paypal, Amazon.com OR The Book Depository.

Two requirements:
A. Follow Reviews by Martha's Bookshelf in some fashion.
B. Enter through the Rafflecopter.
Extra entry if you comment to share a Summer title. :-)

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Clear Your Shelf Giveaway Hop May 7th - 13th

"Clear Your Shelf" Giveaway Hop!
May 7th to 13th

Time to clear some more books off my shelves -- so take a look and see if there is something you might like if you win!

Thank you to Kathy at I Am A Reader, Not A Writer for hosting!

Once again I am clearing out boxes by giving away FOUR sets of multiple books. There are seven sets to choose from! Most are used copies except for the Beverly Lewis pair.

ALL PACKAGES #1 through #7 are Open Worldwide (US, Canada or Internationally) with the ONLY RESTRICTION being that the mailing cost is not to exceed $15.00. Therefore a winner may be limited to only one book depending on the shipping costs. (Sorry for this but these do add up - Thanks for understanding.) 

FOUR WINNERS: First winner - 1st choice of package; Second winner - 2nd choice; Third winner - 3rd choice; and Fourth winner - 4th choice of package.. WITH THE EXCEPTION OF PACKAGE #6 which can be chosen once by US winner if desired and once by an International winner if desired.

Package #1 Two Books
Contemporary or Historical Romance

Winner can pick Two books from this box or the books spread out below
(NOTE: Subject to pick of two books by a previous winner who is finalizing her selection
from books that include these titles.)

Package #2 Romantic Suspense

Two titles by Mariah Stewart

Package #3 - Trigiani

Books 1 and 3 from the Big Stone Gap Series

Package #4 Paranormal Romance
Three titles by Rebecca York

Package #5 Christian

Two Christian titles  - Brand new
by Beverly Lewis
Or - two other Christian titles to be picked from 
available books - picture or titles to be provided

Package #6

Two Books From the Bookshelves!

I will send the winner pictures of at least 4 of my book shelves 

and 4 boxes of books to pick from.

Package #7

Two Audios - Winner may choose 
from Audio Books for Giveaways
(There will be at least twenty titles to choose from but I have to update the list as one or two on there may be gone and I may add a new MP3 CD. See link but don't spend time picking now.)

Enter through Rafflecopter - 
then hop on to more giveaways at the participating blogs in the links below. 
ENDS 5/13/13
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HAPPY HOPPING!

Showers of Books Giveaway Hop April 24 - April 30

Showers of Books Giveaway Hop

Open April 24th through April 30

Hosted by I Am A Reader, Not A Writer and Books à la Mode

My Giveaway is for ANYONE who can get books from Amazon, Indie Presses, OR Book Depository. OR if Book Depository doesn't ship to you then I will do a PayPal or other gift card for that winner.  So hopefully this really does include EVERYONE.

There will be two winners total; winners will get book choice(s) with value up to $16.00 at The Book Depository, Amazon or Indie Press.

The book(s) can be any format: ebook, hardback, paperback or even audio for a total value of $16.00.

Rule #1 - You must be a follower of my blog in some form.
Rule #2 - ENTER USING THE RAFFLECOPTER FORM!
Giveaway closes 12:01 AM Eastern on May 1. Winners to be chosen through the Rafflecopter system.

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Share some Showers -- Hop along for more:

MBS - 2nd Annual Spring Cleaning Giveaway Hop 3/20 to 3/25

It is Spring and time for Spring Cleaning! This is a great way to clear out some books!
Thank you to Kathy at I Am A Reader, Not A Writer for hosting!
*Canadian and International Information is below the Spring Flower and Butterfly Divider*

US ENTRIES - Winner gets pick of package #1 - #5:
I forgot to get up-to-date photos so I will add them later in the day. All books are gently used, ARCs or review copies.
Here are the choices (choice to be made after winner announced):

Package #1:

Historical Romance - gently used copies
by Amanda Scott
Abducted Heiress (Secret Clan)

Highland Bride (Secret Clan)

  

Package #2:

Contemporary Romance - gently used copies
by Susan Wiggs

Snowfall at Willow Lake (The Lakeshore Chronicles #4)
Fireside (The Lakeshore Chronicles #5)

Package #3:

(I'll add a picture later Wednesday)

Mysteries - Used Copies - PICK 3 of the 6 titles
A Murderous Yarn (Needlecraft Mystery) by Monica Ferris
 Miss Aggie's Gone Missing (The Misadventures of Miss Aggie) by Frances Devine
Deadly Advice (An Advice Column Mystery) by Roberta Isleib
Dial Emmy For Murder: A Soap Opera Mystery by Eileen Davidson
Female Intelligence by Jane Heller
On Deadly Ground (Love Inspired Suspense) by Lauren Nichols

Package #4:

Christian Fiction - New (extra) Books
(These are extras from my Book Club)

Everybody's Suspect in Georgia by Cecil Murphey

Calico Canyon - Lassoed In Texas by Mary Connealy 

Romance Rides the Range by Colleen L. Reece

Package #5

Surprise Three Books :-)
Winner can choose genre:  Historical Romance one author, Historical Romance mixed authors, James Patterson (YAs, Cross or other), Romantic Suspense or mixed titles.

US ONLY ENTER THIS RAFFLECOPTER

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INTERNATIONAL AND CANADIAN ENTRIES:

I wish I could do more but we all know how expensive postage is for international shipping.

Winner will get to Pick ONE of these SEVEN choices:

1. Historical Romance: The Saxon (The Viking Series, Book 2) (Harlequin Historical #268) by Margaret Mallory (gently used)

2. Contemporary Romance:  Maverick (Silhouette Desire) by Joan Hohl (gently used copy)

3. Paranormal: Burning Alive: The Sentinel Wars by Shannon K. Butcher (gently used copy)

4. Romantic Suspense: Caitlin's Guardian Angel (Dangerous to Love USA / Safe Haven / Silhouette Intimate, No. 661) by Marie Ferrarella (free book - as new)

5. Fiction: Saint Nick by Fred Tribuzzo (review copy)

6. Audio: Step on a Crack by James Patterson and Micahel Ledwidge (Audio CDs- used)

7. Southern Charm:  Miss Hildreth Wore Brown: Anecdotes of a Southern Belle

by Olivia deBelle Byrd (review copy)

CANADIAN AND INTERNATIONAL ONLY ENTER THIS RAFFLECOPTER

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There are lots of awesome giveaways to check out:

MBS No Strings Attached Giveaway Hop! March 5th - 11th

WELCOME TO ANOTHER MBS NO STRINGS ATTACHED GIVEAWAY HOP!
This hop is hosted by the fabulous Kathy at I Am A Reader Not A Writer.
The hop runs from March 5th through 11th.

This hop is for all the people who hate jumping through hoops to enter giveaways.
Most of my giveaways have some type of entry requirement. This one is an easy peasy entry!
The only requirement to enter is to leave your name and a way to contact you if you win. No extras permitted so all entries are equal!

Once again I see this giveaway as a THANK YOU to all of you who visit and support my blog and the publishers and authors who share their books through my reviews.  Thanks for visiting!!

My Giveaway is for ANYONE who can get books from Amazon, Indie Presses, OR Book Depository. OR if Book Depository doesn't ship to you then I will do a PayPal or other gift card for that winner.  So hopefully this really does include EVERYONE.

There will be two winners who can pick their choice of two prizes: 
Prize #1 $15.00 towards books at The Book Depository or Books from a vendor of the winner's choice.

Prize #2 Winner may choose any book of their choice from my 2012 and 2013 to date reading lists (218 books for 2012 and about another 40 for 2013 so far). Value not to exceed $20.00. (This is to recognize support for the publishers and authors who contribute to MBS reading.) Choice to be made upon announcement of winner.

Since books can be ordered from Book Depository with no shipping, the same rule applies at Amazon, B&N or other vendors so the winner must plan the choice(s) to include shipping. The books can be any format: ebook, hardback, paperback or even audio for a total value of #1 choice $15.00 or #2 book(s) from my lists choice value $20.00.

EASY ENTRY! JUST ENTER USING THE RAFFLECOPTER FORM!
Giveaway ends Midnight Eastern on March 11th.  Winners to be chosen through the Rafflecopter system.

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Then hop along to enter more NO STRINGS GIVEAWAYS AT THESE FRIENDLY BLOGS:
If the linky isn't working, which it isn't as I started this, you can find the sign up list HERE or check back Tuesday morning when it should be working properly again. 

Random Acts of Kindness Giveaway Hop - February 17th to 24th

February 17th is Random Acts of Kindness Day

Random Acts of Kindness Giveaway Hop is sponsored by
Read for Your Future & I Am A Reader, Not A Writer

Open February 17th to 24th

My Giveaway is for ANYONE who can get books from Amazon, Indie Presses, OR Book Depository. OR if Book Depository doesn't ship to you then I will do a PayPal or other gift card for that winner.  So hopefully this really does include EVERYONE.

There will be two winners total; winners will get book choice(s) with value up to $15.00 at The Book Depository or Amazon.

The book(s) can be any format: ebook, hardback, paperback or even audio for a total value of $15.00.

Rule #1 - You must be a follower of my blog in some form.
Rule #2 - ENTER USING THE RAFFLECOPTER FORM!
Giveaway closes 12:01 AM Eastern on February 24. Winners to be chosen through the Rafflecopter system.

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Share some RAK yourself and Hop along for more:

MBS Printed Books Giveaway Hop February 1st to 7th

Thanks as always to our prolific HOP host, Kathy at I Am A Reader, Not A Writer

Printed Books Giveaway Hop
February 1st to 7th

Ebooks are becoming more and more popular but there are still many people who prefer printed books. 

This hop features only printed books (no ebooks allowed).

I love to support authors and share books! My giveaway is open internationally.

TWO WINNERS: Winners get to choose a book from the 34 books in my ARC/Review List. (Not necessary to make the choice now.)

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Now go see what other Print Books are being offered!

MBS 2013 Dreaming of Book Giveaway Hop January 18-24, 2013

WELCOME TO THE
3rd Annual Dreaming of Books Giveaway Hop
January 18th to 24th

This hop was organized by the fabulous Kathy at I Am A Reader Not A Writer and I am pleased to be the co-host again this year!

The hop runs from Friday, January 18th through Thursday, January 24th.

Again - My Giveaway is for ANYONE who can get books from Amazon, Indie Presses, OR Book Depository. OR if Book Depository doesn't ship to you then I will do a PayPal or other gift card for that winner.  So hopefully this really does include EVERYONE.

There will be two winners: 
2 Winners get a Book or two from their own "DREAM LIST" Up to $15.00 Value towards books at The Book Depository or Books from a vendor of the winner's choice.

PLUS Each Winner will get a dream catcher or choice of bookmark or goodie from this collection from our 2010 visit to the Grand Canyon:

The only limitation on this is the magnet group in the middle can only be selected by a US winner as it is heavier to mail than the other items.  First selected Winner gets 1st pick then second winner.

Since books can be ordered from Book Depository with no shipping, I am applying the same rule at Amazon, B&N or other vendors so the winner must plan the choices to include shipping. The books can be any format: ebook, hardback, paperback or even audio for a total value of $15.00.

Rule #1 - You must be a follower of my blog in some form.
Rule #2 - ENTER USING THE RAFFLECOPTER FORM!
Giveaway closes 12:01 AM Eastern on January 25.  Winners to be chosen through the Rafflecopter system.

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GOOD LUCK AND HAVE A DREAMY TIME HOPPING!

MBS January 2013 No Strings Attached Giveaway Hop

WELCOME TO MBS NO STRINGS ATTACHED GIVEAWAY HOP!
This hop is hosted by the fabulous Kathy at I Am A Reader Not A Writer.
The hop runs from January 15th through 21st.

This hop is for all the people who hate jumping through hoops to enter giveaways.
Most of my giveaways have some type of entry requirement. This one is an easy peasy entry!
The only requirement to enter is to leave your name and a way to contact you if you win. No extras permitted so all entries are equal!

Once again I see this giveaway as a THANK YOU to all of you who visit and support my blog and the publishers and authors who share their books through my reviews.  Thanks for visiting!!

My Giveaway is for ANYONE who can get books from Amazon, Indie Presses, OR Book Depository. OR if Book Depository doesn't ship to you then I will do a PayPal or other gift card for that winner.  So hopefully this really does include EVERYONE.

There will be two winners who can pick their choice of two prizes: 
Prize #1 $15.00 towards books at The Book Depository or Books from a vendor of the winner's choice.

Prize #2 Winner may choose any book of their choice from my 2012 reading list (218 books!). Value not to exceed $20.00. (This is to recognize support for the publishers and authors who contribute to MBS reading.) Choice to be made upon announcement of winner.

Since books can be ordered from Book Depository with no shipping, the same rule applies at Amazon, B&N or other vendors so the winner must plan the choice(s) to include shipping. The books can be any format: ebook, hardback, paperback or even audio for a total value of #1 choice $15.00 or #2 book from my list choice $20.00.

EASY ENTRY! JUST ENTER USING THE RAFFLECOPTER FORM!
Giveaway ends Midnight Eastern on January 21st.  Winners to be chosen through the Rafflecopter system.

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Then hop along to enter more NO STRINGS GIVEAWAYS AT THESE FRIENDLY BLOGS:

Clear Your Shelf January 2013 Giveaway Hop! 1/4-1/10

 "Clear Your Shelf" Giveaway Hop!

January 4th to 10th

Wouldn't it be a great way to start the year by winning some books? And I get to clear some off my shelves -- so take a look and see if there is something you might like if you win!

Thank you to Kathy at I Am A Reader, Not A Writer for hosting!

I am clearing out boxes by giving away FOUR sets of multiple books. There are seven sets to choose from!
Some are ARC or review copies as noted, otherwise gently used copies.
ALL CHOICES ARE OPEN TO EVERYONE. 
FOUR WINNERS: First winner - 1st choice of package; Second winner - 2nd choice; Third winner - 3rd choice; and Fourth winner - 4th choice of package..

Package #1: CHOSEN by #1 Jolene

Historical Romance - review copies
Knight Trilogy by Margaret Mallory

Package #2: CHOSEN by 32 Kah

Historical Romance-ARCs
Three of Series by Grace Burrowes

Package #3: CHOSEN by #3 Roxana

Two Romantic Suspense  - from book shelf
Shattered by Joan Johnston
and Death's Door by Meryl Sawyer

Package #4: CHOSEN by #4 Carol M

Two Mysteries - from book shelf
Sweet and Deadly by Charlaine Harris
and Murder with Peacocks by Donna Andrews

Package #5:

Two Christian titles  - Brand new
by Beverly Lewis

Package #6:
 Two Paranormals  - from book shelf
(One is Anthology)
by Laurell K. Hamilton

Package #7:

Two Audios - Winner may choose 
from Audio Books for Giveaways
(See link but don't spend time picking now.)

Enter through Rafflecopter - 
then hop on to more giveaways at the participating blogs in the links below. 

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HAPPY HOPPING!

End of the World Giveaway Hop Dec 14 - 21

This isn't to predict the end of the world - but it is another good reason for a fun giveaway!

End of the World Giveaway Hop

December 14th to 21st

Hosted by I Am A Reader, Not A Writer & My Life With Books

12/21/12 The Mayan Calendar Ends!  Does it mean the end of the World?  Probably not but just in case...
Which books would you save if the world was coming to an end?  My # one pick of a book to keep with me would be The Bible.

Assuming the world is still spinning, Winners will have a new book just in time to start the new year right!

Since I am limited on internet time I am plugging this in for TWO Winners who will get their Choice of a title about the end of the world. (Value up to $15.00)

ENTER THROUGH RAFFLECOPTER

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If you think you'll make it through, hop along!

Gift Card Giveaway Hop Dec 11 - 17th

Thanks to Kathy at I Am A Reader, Not A Writer and Mary from Sweeping Me for co-hosting this hop.
This hop will be just in time to help with some last minute holiday shopping!

This years Gift Card Giveaway Hop will run from December 11th to 17th.

My Giveaway: TWO WINNERS will win Winner's choice of Gift Card valued at $15.00.  It can be a gift card to anywhere a reader, blogger or author might enjoy purchasing something... amazon, walmart, target, a restaurant or coffee shop, etc.

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Happy Holidays and Happy Hopping!

"Christmas Books" Giveaway Hop Dec 1-Dec 7

Welcome to the "Christmas Books" Giveaway Hop
December 1st to 7th
Hosted by I Am A Reader, Not A Writer & Laurie Here
(I am publishing my link now as I will be in the air over the next 5 hours returning from a closing in Orlando.)

Well - don't you know I forgot to take pictures of the additional Christmas books I had pulled for this and now I am out of town.
SO--- Here's what I am offering - TWO WINNERS get to pick Choice 1 OR 2.

Choice 1:  Winner gets two books: one book pick from my existing Christmas Giveaway List of Books plus they will get one additional surprise Christmas book (Open Internationally but subject to postage fees not exceeding $8.00 or so).

OR

Choice 2: Winner can pick one CHRISTMAS book at The Book Depository - value up to $12.00. OPEN INTERNATIONALLY

ENTER THROUGH RAFFLECOPTER!
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Hop along to share the Holiday Cheer from all of these participating blogs:

3rd Annual Gratitude Giveaways Hop - Nov. 15th to 25th

Welcome to the 3rd Annual Gratitude Giveaways Blog Hop

Hosted by the fabulous Kathy at I Am A Reader, Not A Writer

This particular Giveaway is to say a BIG THANK YOU to followers of our blogs.
My blog is an outlet for me to share my love of reading with others but having followers who participate by peeking in, participating and especially commenting makes it extra special and worthwhile for me.

This Giveaway is Easy Entry and Open Worldwide. TWO WINNERS will get $15.00 value book(s) from The Book Depository or GC- winners' choice.

 Enter through the Rafflecopter..

Then follow the hop to other gratitude giveaways!
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November 2012 Clear the Shelf Giveaway Hop

 "Clear Your Shelf" Giveaway Hop!

November 12th to 18th

This is a great way to clear out some books!
Thank you to Kathy at I Am A Reader, Not A Writer for hosting!

I am clearing out boxes by giving away FOUR sets of multiple books. There are seven sets to choose from!
Some are ARC or review copies as noted, otherwise gently used copies.
ALL CHOICES ARE OPEN TO EVERYONE. 
FOUR WINNERS: First winner - 1st choice of package; Second winner - 2nd choice; Third winner - 3rd choice; and Fourth winner - 4th choice of package..

Package #1:

Historical Romance - review copies
Knight Trilogy by Margaret Mallory! 

Package #2:

Historical Romance-ARCs
Three of Series by Grace Burrowes

Package #3:

Romantic Suspense
Two from Last Stand Series by Brenda Novak

Package #4:

James Patterson - Two Mysteries

Package #5:

Chicken Soup for the Soul - Two Christmas titles

Package #6:
 Paranormal Set

Package #7:

Two Audios - Mysteries
Don't Blink by James Patterson (Audio CD)
All Cry Chaos by Leonard Rosen (MP3-CD)

Enter through Rafflecopter - 
then hop on to more giveaways at the participating blogs in the links below. 

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Winners HEA Hop, Tears Water the Seeds and Everybody Loved Roger Harden

Congratulations to Winners
From Giveaways ending this week:

Happily Ever After Giveaway Hop
Ended 10/14/12
Each Winner gets Fairy Tale or Happily Ever After Book selections with total value $15.00
Pick books from The Book Depository
Winners are:

Entry #20 Linda K.

Entry #678 LisaC

Entry #62 miki

(There ended up being three instead of two winners)

Giveaways ended 10/19/12

Tears Water the Seeds of Hope

Holly L

 Everybody Loved Roger Harden 

Kiki

All Winners: Please fill in the Winner's Acceptance Form or email me at mesreads AT gmail.com to confirm the win and I will notify the publisher/author and or send the books.  Please reply within 72 hours!

Thank you to all who entered these giveaways.