CLOSED: Chicken Soup for the Soul : My Cat's Life- 3 winners

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The Buzz:

From kittenhood through the twilight years, our feline companions continually bring joy, love, and laughter to the lives of their "staff." Chicken Soup for the Soul : My Cat's Life is a collection of 101 new stories that captures the experience of living through the natural life cycle with our cats — from the laugh-out-loud antics of kittens and tear-your-hair-out escapades of teenage cats to the more mature adult years and final stages of life. Stories cover each age and stage with all the fun, frustrations, special bonds and routines involved. The book also holds a special chapter about grieving and recovery when our feline friends leave us.


E.B. Mommy's Report:

We're not cat people but who could say no when a straggly little kitten stands outside your apartment door mewing for helping. I still remember Hubby and Bunny girl running outdoors to scare trespassing neighborhood cats just to protect our tiny "pet" for 5 days. Memories of that week still puts a smile on my heart, thinking of how my loyal canine lovers do have a place for little "puddy tats"!

Chicken Soup for the Soul : My Cat's Life is a treat for anyone who loves cats and even for those who don't....that's the beauty of a Chicken Soup book. There's always a story you can relate to, one you can empathize with, one you can laugh along as you read and even some that will inspire....even if each story is only about cats!


Buy it:

Chicken Soup for the Soul : My Cat's Life retails for 14.95 US$ but you can buy it on Amazon for a reduced price at 10.17 US$.


Win it:

Three readers will have the opportunity to win Chicken Soup for the Soul : My Cat's Life


Here's how you can win it:

1. Mandatory entry (without this, all other entries will be disqualified)-

Tell me something about your feline friend.
(If you don't have a feline friend, just tell me which cat you think would make a great pet)


2. Love on the Sponsor-

- Follow Chicken Soup for the Soul on Twitter

- Like Chicken Soup for the Soul on Facebook

- Follow me on Twitter and tweet once daily...

RT @ebmommy #Win Chicken Soup for the Soul:My Cat's Life from @chickensoupsoul at EBMR's #Book #Giveaway(6/4)-3 winners http://bit.ly/iTQb65


3. Seven additional entries: (1 entry each)-

- Follow my blog via Google Friend Connect

- "Like" me on Facebook.

- Follow me on Networked Blogs

- Follow my feed via RSS

- Subscribe via email to receive EBMR's blog updates

-Snag my Blog button

-Blog about this giveaway (leave a comment with a link to your blog post)


* Please ensure your Blogger Profile holds your email address. If it's set to private or your email address does not show, please add the same in your comments*


This giveaway is open to US Residents only, 18 years and above. 3 winners will be chosen with the random.org generator on June 4, 2011 at 10 pm Central time.





** EBMR Disclaimer: Chicken Soup for the Soul sent me the featured product for review purposes only. This post has not been monetarily compensated and is based on the views and opinions of my family and/or self. *

Labels: Books, cats., Chicken Soup for the Soul, More giveaways, Reviews / Giveaways

posted by Marina@EBMR @ 12:30 PM 89 Comments

CLOSED: Chicken Soup for the Soul : My Dog's Life- 3 winners

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The Buzz:

It's a dog's life. Chicken Soup for the Soul : My Dog's Life is a collection of 101 new stories that focuses on all the memorable ages and stages of our lovable canines' lives. Starting in puppyhood and covering a range of middle and senior years to the twilight and end when our dear friends leave us, this book captures the entire experience of living through the natural life cycle with our dogs. All dog lovers will laugh, cry, and recognize themselves and their furry friends in these heartwarming and inspiring stories of puppy antics, teenage rebellion, adapting to an aging dog and, finally, having to say goodbye.


E.B. Mommy's Report:

Our family loves dogs and even though poor Bunny girl is going through a phase where she prefers them at a distance (thanks to an over-enthusiastic, loud puppy that pounced on her), dogs still reserve a special place in our hearts. One of Bunny Boo's first words was "dho" (dog) and when he turns 1 next week, there will be a picture of a dog on that cake for sure!

I guess that's what makes this new Chicken Soup release all the more special, because its about dogs, dogs and only dogs!!
From the moment one sets sight on that round bundle of fur, through those trying times of "potty training" and new tricks, during those special, smooshy wet nose on one's cheek instances and even those painful "time to say goodbye" moments, this book has atleast one author that will narrate it all, as if it were you writing that story for the world to read.

If you can say you have or know a canine that has his/her paw print on your heart, then this book is for you!


Buy it:

Chicken Soup for the Soul : My Dog's Life retails for 14.95 US$ but you can buy it on Amazon for a reduced price at 10.17 US$.


Win it:

Three readers will have the opportunity to win Chicken Soup for the Soul : My Dog's Life


Here's how you can win it:

1. Mandatory entry (without this, all other entries will be disqualified)-

Tell me who your canine best friend is.
(If you don't have a canine buddy, just tell me which dog you think would make a great pet)


2. Love on the Sponsor-

- Follow Chicken Soup for the Soul on Twitter

- Like Chicken Soup for the Soul on Facebook

- Follow me on Twitter and tweet once daily...

RT @ebmommy #Win Chicken Soup for the Soul:My Dog's Life from @chickensoupsoul at EBMR's #Book #Giveaway-3 winners(6/4)http://bit.ly/mtCb59


3. Seven additional entries: (1 entry each)-

- Follow my blog via Google Friend Connect

- "Like" me on Facebook.

- Follow me on Networked Blogs

- Follow my feed via RSS

- Subscribe via email to receive EBMR's blog updates

-Snag my Blog button

-Blog about this giveaway (leave a comment with a link to your blog post)


* Please ensure your Blogger Profile holds your email address. If it's set to private or your email address does not show, please add the same in your comments*


This giveaway is open to US Residents only, 18 years and above. 3 winners will be chosen with the random.org generator on June 4, 2011 at 10 pm Central time.





** EBMR Disclaimer: Chicken Soup for the Soul sent me the featured product for review purposes only. This post has not been monetarily compensated and is based on the views and opinions of my family and/or self. *

Labels: Books, Chicken Soup for the Soul, dogs, More giveaways, Reviews / Giveaways

posted by Marina@EBMR @ 11:14 AM 100 Comments

CLOSED: Chicken Soup for the Soul : New Moms (+Book Giveaway #12)- 3 winners

This is the 12th of 13 Book Giveaways Hosted to Celebrate EBMR's Listing in the Top 25 Product Reviewers list on Circle Of Moms.

* Click here to view the name(s) of the winner(s)*

I've said this once before but will say it again.... I LOVE Chicken Soup books. The featured stories are inspirational, funny, thought provoking and best of all, quick reads!

The latest release Chicken Soup for the Soul: New Moms is by far one of my favorites now!


The Buzz:

Becoming a mom is the most amazing event. Chicken Soup for the Soul: New Moms will delight new and expectant moms with its heartwarming and humorous stories about raising babies and toddlers. This book is full of 101 stories of joy, love and wonder, by other moms sharing the wonders of early motherhood, from waiting for the baby, to those early weeks and first few years, and everything in between!


E.B. Mommy's Report:

Even though I'm not a "New Mommy", reading things from another mom's perspective (in this case many moms) was a learning experience. It's always so encouraging to read that there is another Mommy who has "been there and done that".

This book has it all...the humor, the tears, the worries, the fears and the encouragement needed to help you through the best journey of your life....Mommy-hood!

Chicken Soup for the Soul : New Moms will make a fantastic baby shower gift for that New (or even experienced) Mommy you know. I've sending my copy to a very good friend back home, who will be having her first baby any day now and is presently a bundle of nerves. I know this 'light reading' book will make a great companion for those sleepless nights!


Buy it:

Chicken Soup for the Soul : New Moms retails for 14.95 US$ but you can buy it on Amazon for a reduced price at 10.17 US$.


Win it:

Three readers will have the opportunity to win Chicken Soup for the Soul : New Moms


Here's how you can win it:

1. Mandatory entry (without this, all other entries will be disqualified)-

Tell me who you'd like to win this book for. (You can even say it's for yourself!)


2. Love on the Sponsor-

- Follow Chicken Soup for the Soul on Twitter

- Like Chicken Soup for the Soul on Facebook

- Follow me on Twitter and tweet once daily...

RT @ebmommy #Win Chicken Soup for the Soul:New Moms from @chickensoupsoul at EBMR's #Book #Giveaway http://bit.ly/hrhuYC (5/7)-3winners


3. Seven additional entries: (1 entry each)-

- Follow my blog via Google Friend Connect

- "Like" me on Facebook.

- Follow me on Networked Blogs

- Follow my feed via RSS

- Subscribe via email to receive EBMR's blog updates

-Snag my Blog button

-Blog about this giveaway (leave a comment with a link to your blog post)


* Please ensure your Blogger Profile holds your email address. If it's set to private or your email address does not show, please add the same in your comments*


This giveaway is open to US Residents only, 18 years and above. 3 winners will be chosen with the random.org generator on May 7, 2011 at 10 pm Central time.





** EBMR Disclaimer: Chicken Soup for the Soul sent me the featured product for review purposes only. This post has not been monetarily compensated and is based on the views and opinions of my family and/or self. *

Labels: Books, Chicken Soup for the Soul, Mommy and Baby giveaways, More giveaways, Reviews / Giveaways

posted by Marina@EBMR @ 4:55 PM 53 Comments

CLOSED:Chicken Soup for the Soul books (R&G)

I was first introduced to Chicken Soup books when I was in college, since then I've been hooked. Filled with encouragement, laughs, insight and a whole lot more, these books brought together by Mark Victor Hansen and Jack Canfield have become family favorites for both the young and the old. I've given these books as special gifts to my mother, sister, father-in-law and husband. I know each one treasures their Chicken Soup picks.

It's been a while since I read a Chicken Soup book, so when the opportunity came to review not one but TWO books, I jumped right on it.

All in the Family by Jack Canfield, Mark Hansen, Amy Newmark and Susan M Heim is a collection of 101 family stories written by people just like you and me. With stories about the in-laws, nutty members, family get-togethers, family secrets, dysfunctional quirks, parents, siblings and more, this book will prove to you that yes, there are families out there like yours.....yours isn't the only wacky one!!

I love this book. I think Devotional Stories for Women by Susan M Heim and Karen Talcott will make a lovely gift for any special lady in your life. Sometimes as a Mom, Wife....and Woman I know I need a pick me up and an encouragement. It just doesn't work to read a long book but these 101 short inspirational stories will bring a smile to your face and a skip to your step. Filled with stories on faith, motherhood, life, illness, parenting, relationships, loss, marriage, service, self esteem and God's Helpers, this book will be a treasured gift to the recipient. I would recommend this book ....from one woman to another.


Buy it:

You can buy All in the family for a reduced price of 10.17 US$ and Devotional Stories for Women, again at a reduced price of 10.17 US$.
You can find more Chicken Soup for the Soul books for sale on Amazon.com


Win it:

Two readers will have the opportunity to win one of these books. (The 1st winner picked by the random generator will win All in the Family while the second winner will receive


Here's how you can win it:

1. Mandatory entry (without this, all other entries will be disqualified)-

Tell me which book you'd like to win and for whom you'd like to win the same for.

Additional entries:

- 2. Subscribe to my blog (remember you need to activate the subscription if you subscribe via email) or Follow my blog & leave a comment stating that you subscribe or follow.

- 3. Blog about this giveaway (leave a comment with a link to your blog post)

- 4. Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this giveaway and add the hashtag #ebmr at the end. (You can tweet daily. Each daily tweet counts as an additional entry)

- 5. Add the link to this giveaway on a Mr Linky on a blog giveaway site, forum, carnival. (leave a comment with the link)

-6. Snag my Blog button and leave a comment with the link.


This giveaway is open to US residents, 18 years and above.

2 winners will be chosen with the random.org generator on Jan 2 2010 at 10 pm Central time, so enter before that. The winners names will be posted thereafter. Please note if any winner does not get back to me 48 hours after his/her name has been posted, I will pick a new winner.


** EBMR Disclaimer: Phenix & Phenix sent me both books for review purposes only. This review has not been monetarily compensated and is based on the views and opinions of my family and/or self. Please note that the opinions reflected in this post have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way.**

Labels: Chicken Soup for the Soul, More giveaways, Reviews / Giveaways

posted by Marina@EBMR @ 9:57 AM 59 Comments