Chicken Soup for the Soul: Shaping the New You Giveaway

No one likes to diet, but the personal stories in this book will encourage and inspire readers with its positive, practical, and purposeful tales of dieting and fitness. Readers will find hope, help, and hints on getting fit and staying healthy in these 101 stories from those who have been there, done that, and maintained it. Stories about wake-up calls and realizations, moving more and eating better, self-esteem and support, and lifestyle changes, big and small, will motivate any reader looking to start fresh or needing a boost. This is a great book for anyone embarking on a healthier lifestyle.

The book is divided into 10 sections, including Exercising Can Be Fun, Having a Partner, Off the Beaten Path, and more.  Commitment is a great story about one person's dedication to staying fit and healthy.  Photographic Evidence is a touching story about the power of a positive photo.  Dairy-Free Queen caught my eye because while for different reasons than the author, I have also cut a ton of dairy out of my diet

I am pleased to offer a copy of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Shaping the New You - 101 Encouraging Stories about Dieting and Fitness... and Finding What Works for You to 3 winners.


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Chicken Soup for the Soul: Christmas Magic giveaway

This is my first Rafflecopter giveaway, woohoo!

I am hosting a Christmas in July giveaway in a week - so now is a perfect time to give this book away!

Christmas is a magical time of year — a time of family, friends, and traditions. And all the joys, blessings, and excitement of the season are captured in Chicken Soup for the Soul: Christmas Magic with its 101 new holiday stories covering everything from finding the perfect Christmas tree, being with family, and seeing the wonder in a child's eyes to goodwill, love, and the true meaning of Christmas. This book will delight every reader, from the young to the young at heart, and bring back the magic of the holiday season. "Santa-safe" for kids!

The book is divided into 11 sections, including Health Deck the Halls, There's No Place Like Home for the Holidays, It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year, and more.  The Cookie Party is a cute story about a mom who can't bake!  The Post Office is a touching story about a woman's first Christmas without her husband.  The Butterscotch Bear intrigued me with its title.  It is a sweet story about a special teddy bear!

I am pleased to offer a copy of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Christmas Magic - 101 Holiday Tales of Inspiration, Love, and Wonder to 3 winners.


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Chicken Soup for the Soul: A Book of Miracles Giveaway

I am always nervous about books that are faith-based because I am not Christian, so most things don't apply to me.  I was very happy to find that so many of the stories in this book didn't disagree with my beliefs.

Everyone loves a good miracle story, and this book provides 101 true stories of healing, divine intervention, and answered prayers. These amazing stories prove that God is alive and very active in the world today, working miracles on our behalf. Regular people share their personal stories of God's Divine intervention and healing power as He makes the impossible possible! The incredible accounts shared by people from all walks of life show His awesome love and involvement in our lives. This book of miracles will encourage, uplift, and recharge the faith of Christian readers.

The book is divided into 9 sections, including The Healing Power of Prayer, Angels Among Us, Everyday Miracles, and more.  Balloons of Hope sounded fun!  It was an uplifting story about some purple balloons.  Love Never Dies is a sweet story about a woman who helps to ease her family's grief after she passes.  Four-Legged Angel caught my eye because I was hoping it would be about a dog...and it was!

I am pleased to offer a copy of Chicken Soup for the Soul: A Book of Miracles - 101 True Stories of Healing, Faith, Divine Intervention, and Answered Prayers  to 3 winners.

For your first (and mandatory) entry into this contest, follow me on twitter. Comment with your twitter name.  Please make sure to leave your email address in your comments.

To earn extra entries you can (please leave a comment for each additional entry):

1) Comment with another Chicken Soup book you are interested in.

2) Become an email subscriber of my blog or let me know if you already subscribe (2 entries)

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6) Follow my Becca's Contest List blog (2 entries)

7) Follow this blog, or let me know if you already follow.  You must follow publicly.  Leave your gfc name.

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10) Join the online dominoes league that I host (for free) on Eliters.  Play in at least one tournament.  Comment with your username.  (10 entries)

This contest is open to anyone with a US or Canadian mailing address that is 18+. Contest ends Sunday, May 22nd at 11:59 pm pacific time. Winners will be picked and notified by email shortly after.

I was sent a copy of the book to review and the company is sending out the books to the winners.  All opinions are honest and my own.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Thanks Dad Winners

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Chicken Soup for the Soul: Thanks Dad Giveaway

Even though I have been a big blog slacker, I couldn't wait to read the Chicken Soup: Thanks Dad. My dad and I have gone through some ups and downs, but I am lucky to have him and let's face it, everyone loves the guy!!

This book gives fathers the pat on the back they deserve. Children of all ages share their heartfelt words of thanks and loving memories in this collection of 101 new stories. Personal accounts of learning from Dad's example and lasting lessons, special moments and memorable outings, encouragement and expectations will bring any father joy, inspiration, and laughs. Whether the reader is a new dad, a father to one or more, a father of teens, a father of grown children, or a grandfather, these heartwarming and humorous stories will resonate with him. He may even find that his kids did pay attention after all! Expect plenty of celebrity contributors!!

The book is divided into 10 sections, including Lessons for Life, Through Thick and Thin, Everyday Heroes, Truly Grand Dads and more.  The Silver Flute is a cute story that caught my eye because I was in band in high school and was very supported by both of my parents.  Johnny caught my eye next and ended up making me chuckle.  Do we all have a "bad" friend named Johnny in our lives?  Good thing the auther's dad was there for her!  The Shrubbery Massacre is a very touching story, with a valuable lesson!

I am pleased to offer a copy of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Thanks Dad - 101 Stories of Gratitude, Love, and Good Times  to 3 winners.

For your first (and mandatory) entry into this contest, comment with another Chicken Soup book you are interested in. Please make sure to leave your email address in your comments.

To earn extra entries you can (please leave a comment for each additional entry):

1) Become a follower of my blog or let me know if you already follow (you must follow publicly, I have to be able to see you) (2 entries)

2) Become an email subscriber of my blog or let me know if you already subscribe (2 entries)

3) Blog about this contest (and comment with the url)

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6) Follow my Becca's Contest List blog (2 entries)

7) Follow me on twitter and tweet about the contest using "RT @sbshortie Win Chicken Soup for the Soul: Thanks Dad! http://beccasbackyard.blogspot.com/2011/01/chicken-soup-for-soul-thanks-dad.html" (comment with your twitter name and the url of your tweet)

8) Become my friend on Facebook (click here and comment with your facebook name)

9) Join the online dominoes league that I host (for free) on Eliters.  Play in at least one tournament.  Comment with your username.  (10 entries)

This contest is open to anyone with a US or Canadian mailing address that is 18+. Contest ends Sunday, Jan 9th at 11:59 pm pacific time. Winner will be picked and notified by email shortly after.

I was sent a copy of the book to review and the company is sending out the books to the winners.  All opinions are honest and my own.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Thanks Mom Giveaway

I couldn't wait to read the Chicken Soup: Thanks Mom. I have a great relationship with my own mother and grandmother, and really wanted to read about other peoples' relationships.

A mother's job is never done, but in Thanks Mom, she gets the praise she deserves. Children of all ages share their words of gratitude and appreciation in this new collection of stories for moms. Daughters and sons retell tales of love and learning, celebrating moms, their wisdom, and all that they do. These stories of special memories, loving and hard lessons, unforgettable moments, laughter and tears, support and encouragement will bring any mom joy, inspiration, and amusement. Mothers of all ages, whether new moms, experienced moms, or grandmothers, will feel good about the recognition they receive. Expect plenty of celebrity contributors!

The book is divided into 9 sections, including Mom Knows Best, Mom to the Rescue, One of a Kind, My Mother's Legacy and more.  Discount Shopping is a cute story with a valuable lesson from mom.  The Note is a very touching story about a mother's love.  Is Anybody Dead? is another touching story, also with a valuable lesson!

I am pleased to offer a copy of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Thanks Mom - 101 Stories of Gratitude, Love, and Good Times  to 3 winners.

For your first (and mandatory) entry into this contest, comment with another Chicken Soup book you are interested in. Please make sure to leave your email address in your comments.

To earn extra entries you can (please leave a comment for each additional entry):

1) Become a follower of my blog or let me know if you already follow (you must follow publicly, I have to be able to see you)

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3) Blog about this contest (and comment with the url)

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This contest is open to anyone with a US or Canadian mailing address that is 18+. Contest ends Sunday, May 2nd at 11:59 pm pacific time. Winner will be picked and notified by email shortly after.

I was sent a copy of the book to review and the company is sending out the books to the winners.  All opinions are honest and my own.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: NASCAR Giveaway

I was really excited when I received this NASCAR Chicken Soup book.  I met a friend about 5 or 6 years ago who was really into NASCAR, and have since met many more friends who are really into it.  Because of their love of NASCAR, I have definitely become more into it.

NASCAR and   Chicken Soup for the Soul join forces, with well-known  NASCAR   columnist Cathy Elliott   leading the charge. NASCAR drivers,  their families, and teams slow down   enough to share their   stories of  family, fortitude, and fast cars. Readers will get a    behind-the-scenes look at the action on   and off the track. Famous  drivers and those closest to them, pit crews,   families, and fans all    share their stories of perseverance, triumph, comebacks, and life. Fans  will get   a front row view,   and be inspired, surprised, and  sometimes amused by these exclusive, up   close stories from the    track, pit, and the road.

The book is  divided into 12 sections, including Lessons Learned, Dale, The Business of Speed, All in the Family and more.  From Dumpsters to a Dream Come True is a cute story written by Joey Logano, who is best known for being young haha.  Confessions of a NASCAR Convert kind of mimicked what I said above.  Scott on a Stick was an amazingly touching story about a woman whose husband died of cancer.


I  am pleased to offer a copy of Chicken Soup for the Soul: NASCAR - 101 Stories of Family, Fortitude, and Fast Cars  to 3 winners.

For your  first  (and mandatory)  entry into this contest, comment with another Chicken Soup book you are  interested in.  Please  make sure to leave your email   address in your  comments.

To earn extra entries you can   (please leave  a comment for each  additional entry):

1)   Become a  follower of my blog or let me know if you already follow   (you  must  follow publicly, I have to be able to see you)

2)    Become an email subscriber of my blog or let me know if you already    subscribe

3) Blog about this contest (and comment with    the url)

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6)   Follow my Becca's Contest List blog

7)  Follow me on twitter and  tweet about    the contest using "@sbshortie Win Chicken  Soup for the Soul: NASCAR! http://beccasbackyard.blogspot.com/2010/03/chicken-soup-for-soul-nascar-giveaway.html"     (comment with your twitter name and  the url of your tweet)

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This contest is open to anyone with a   US  or Canadian mailing address that is 18+.  Contest ends Sunday, March 14th at 11:59 pm pacific time. Winner will  be picked and    notified by email shortly after.

I was  sent a copy of the book to review and the company is sending out the  books to the winners.  All opinions are honest and my own.