Laura on September 12th, 2008
I can’t believe that I read this book TEN years ago. Seems like a lifetime! I was only 22 when I first read Harry Potter. My husband actually recommended it to me. I was hooked! I don’t care if it makes me a dork. Harry Potter is COOL. And once again, I find myself a decade older, celebrating that Harry Potter is turning 10! If any of you out there are Potter geeks like me, you will be psyched about this contest!!! Yes, I said psyched.
WIN IT!
One (1) Grand Prize
- Complete Box Set Books #1 - #7
- Copy of the 10th Anniversary Edition of ‘Sorcerer’s Stone’
- Collectible Harry Potter Gold Pin
- valued at $195
Four (4) Runners Up
- Copy of the 10th Anniversary Edition of ‘Sorcerer’s Stone’
- Collectible Harry Potter Gold Pin
- Each copy valued at $30
Contest Starts today, 9/12, and will end on October 13th at 11:59 CST.
CLICK HERE TO ENTER, and tell us what your favorite Harry Potter book is. Winners will be chosen randomly and notified via email.
This beautiful collectible edition has been produced in celebration of the 10th anniversary of HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER’S STONE, in stores September 23rd. It features the following:
- New Jacket artwork by Mary GrandPré
- Additional four-color frontispiece artwork from Mary GrandPré
- Two pages of special content from J.K. Rowling
- Full cloth case with gold stamping
HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER’S STONE
The wickedly funny debut novel from master storyteller J.K. Rowling tells the story of Harry Potter who, having endured 11 miserable years with his hideous aunt and uncle, is invited on his 11th birthday to attend Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. There he learns of his distinguished wizard pedigree—and his frightening destiny.
Thanks to Big Honcho Media and Scholastic for hosting this great giveaway! Go enter!
Laura on September 20th, 2007
Ah…the joys of breastfeeding. Let’s not mince words-breastfeeding isn’t easy. It GETS easy after you’ve done it long enough, but those first few days and weeks can be a barrage of emotion. “Am I doing it right?” “Is my baby gaining weight?” “Will I ever sleep again?” My personal favorite, “WILL MY MILK EVER COME IN?”
Mama Knows Breast, by
Andi Silverman takes a lighthearted approach to telling first time moms the ins and outs of breastfeeding. Mama Knows Breast covers the breastfeeding basics, and reassures you that IT WILL BE OK! There will be people that will disagree with this statement, but Andi also reassures those that find breastfeeding to be too overwhelming, that that’s ok too. However, she provides the reader with a laundry list of breastfeeding resources in the back of the book. My friends, it can be done-and Andi has given us a great list of where to go (also available on her
website!) if you are having problems.
Mama Knows Breast is witty, and informative, as well as a quick read. The time I have to dedicate to reading consists of about 5 minutes before bed before I fall asleep, and I had this book finished in about 3 days. I appreciate a book on breastfeeding that isn’t overly militant and pushy-even being the strong advocate for it that I am. It is my belief that those types of reads can turn off those that may be sitting the fence on whether or not to breastfeed, and MKB certainly did not do that.If you’re a to-be first time mom (or even if you’ve already done it and need a refresher course), or need a great shower gift,
pick up a copy of Mama Knows Breast. Get ready to use them as they were intended to be used-to bring the best nourishment possible to a new life!
*Don’t forget to check out our CONTESTS page and win yourself something cool! There’s so much going on right now, your head will spin!
**No, Amy has not started doing this blog alone…I’ve been out of town and just all around swamped with life stuff-working outside the home full time and being a parent is difficult and can sometimes overwhelm. I did want to take a moment to just thank my awesome teammate & partner in crime, Amy, for making this site as great as it is. She is the brains behind the beauty of this site, and I could not do it without her. I just wanted to give her a public “Thank you” for being such a great person to have working with me on this site, and for being “the best friend I’ve never met.” :)**
Amy on August 19th, 2007
I’ll let you in on a dirty little secret of mine, sometimes when no one’s watching, I feed my toddler macaroni and cheese from the BOX! (Gasp!) Come on, I’m not the only one right? Well, that’s what authors Trisha Ashworth and Amy Nobile set out to find when they were interviewing hundreds of moms for their new book, “I Was a Really Good Mom Before I Had Kids“.
This guide to reinventing modern motherhood is chalk full of testimonials from mothers around the country who are voicing their dirty little secrets and letting you know what makes them feel most guilty being a mom in this fast-paced world of today. You’ll read about moms who want to have it all and have it all NOW to moms who struggle with telling their kids “no” and sticking to their guns.
Amy and Trisha are moms just like us and they offer their best insight to these situations and provide you with great comebacks to questions like, “Can’t he say his A-B-Cs yet?” They are here to reassure you that it’s going to be o.k.!
This is a book that all of us should read! Sometimes you just need to take a step back and have a good chuckle and know that you’re not alone with your parenting woes. Compare notes with the research that Trisha and Amy have compiled for us and rest assure that you too, are a GOOD mom, no matter if your kid eats Play Doh or you secretly wish to have your own apartment to escape the chaos.
WIN IT!
The Mums have a copy of “I Was a Really Good Mom Before I Had Kids” for you! Let me hip you to the rules of this giveaway:
We want to know YOUR dirty little secret! Leave us a comment and tell us what makes you feel like a less-than-perfect parent. Have some fun with it! We’ll forward your responses to authors Amy and Trisha. Just remember, when leaving your comment, we’ll also need your email address so we can get in contact with you if you win.
Winner will be chosen on Thursday, August 23rd at 10PM.
Good luck!
This book is Available at Amazon.com
for purchase.
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Amy on August 8th, 2007
I don’t know ANYONE who doesn’t get along swimmingly with their in-laws! But don’t you just WISH you could have a guide book with a checklist or quiz that would help you size-up them up in a heartbeat? What about a translator for those in-laws who don’t speak English? You would like to know if they’re calling you a “bimbo”, right? Well, look no further because “I Heart My In-laws” will teach you “bimbo” and other assorted phrases in twelve different languages, so you’ll know just the right comeback or just when to run from the room screaming.
I Heart My In-laws is a belly-laughing, nose-snorting, savvy guide for all girlfriends, fiance’s, newlyweds and heck, even for us seasoned women! Sometimes you just need to have a sense of humor when it comes to your man’s family and this is perfect guide book to carry with you at all times when there is a family function. It may even be a good ice-breaker if your in-laws see you reading it or referring to one of it’s handy checklists. There is no better way to say, “I love being a part of your family” than proving that you want to get to know them inside and out.
WIN IT!
Good news! We have the answer to all of your in-law woes here at MTW. One lucky Mums reader will soon be holding this book near and dear to her heart. Just leave us a comment letting us know your FAVORITE in-law story, good or scary (just a brief one, please). Feel free to post it on your site (if you DARE!) and then link back to this giveaway post. PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE make sure to leave your contact information (email address). We’ve noticed that some people link to their profile but then there is no way for us to contact you if you are the winner.
This giveaway will end on Monday, August 13th at 10 PM.
Good luck…and in the meantime, “Wer hat gefurzt?”!
*I Heart My-In-Laws is available for purchase at Amazon.com (click the link below.)
I Heart My In-Laws also available at Barnes & Noble
Amy on July 22nd, 2007
I recently got my hands on Skye Hoppus’ brand new book, “Rock Star Momma”. This pregnancy guide to looking fabulous during all nine months is SURE to go down as a classic on the shelves of your local bookstore’s family planning section. It’s all about bringing sexy back…maternity style!
Skye’s resume includes heading up the MTV West Coast music office for nearly a decade and she is also the wife of former Blink 182 rocker, Mark Hoppus. Skye and Mark are the proud parents of one rockin’ little dude!
She writes this guide from the “Hollywood” fashionista point-of-view. Rock Star Momma is sure to help you be that sassy, fantastically pregnant lady that you are! I find that this is a fun guide to read between pregnancies, too. If you’re planning on becoming pregnant for the first time or for the fourth time, this comprehensive, stylish guide to being pregnant in the 21st century is where it’s at. From playing it casually cool to how to dress hip and comfortable at the office, Skye covers it all. This guide will have you laughing, nodding in agreement and making notes of all of the “fashion tips” offered throughout the book.
They should make this book pocket-size, so you can bring it with you when you’re browsing those aisles at the maternity store. This guide will help you shop and dress “Rock Star Momma” style!
WIN A COPY OF ROCK STAR MOMMA!
We have TWO Rock Star Momma guides up for grabs! Sign Mr. Linky below. Include your name and URL or email address (remember, you can enter your email by typing http:// before it). In the comment section, let us know YOUR fantastic pregnancy tips! What got you through those nine months? Two Mums readers will be chosen on July 29th at 10PM.
Good luck!
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