Monday, March 19, 2012

Giveaway! A Perfect Square by Vannetta Chapman


Welcome to Writing for Christ Vannetta Chapman, it is great to have you here! Do you have an interesting fact about yourself the average reader probably doesn’t know?

As a child I was allergic to most things. They would do those allergy tests with the board on your back ... I'd be allergic to 200 out of 250 items, every time. I did grow out of most of those allergies, but my childhood illnesses probably led to my love of books.

Do you have a favorite genre to read/write?

So far I am only published in Amish, though that includes Amish mysteries, Amish romances, and Amish novellas. I read absolutely everything. As far as favorite--if you give me a likeable character, I'll follow you into any genre.

Do you have a nugget of writing advice that has completely changed how you view writing?

Only one? I've spent 15 years studying the craft, so it's hard to narrow that down, or maybe that is my nugget. Study the craft of writing, same as a baseball player would study the art of pitching a ball. Repetition and hard work are key.

5 things you love?

my family, my Lord, words, Texas, music

What do you enjoy most about being a published author?

That moment of connection with readers--when I know that I've passed on a little bit of hope, a small amount of God's grace. THAT is the very best part of being published and worth all the work.

Places for readers to learn more about you?

Thank you for being with us today!   
Thank you!

Readers, here is your chance to win Vannetta's new novel!

Please leave an email adddress! If I draw your name and there is no email, you will not win.
For extra entries:
~Be a follower
~Be a subscriber

Contest is only open in the U.S. and void where prohibited. Chances of winning are based on the number of entries and winner is draw from a non-biased third party- Random.org. I am not responsible for any lost or damaged items for said prize.


Thanks for coming by to enter! Contest ends on March 30th.
Attn Readers! If you're struggling to leave a comment on my blog, please email your comment entries (in ONE email) and I will submit it for you. But PLEASE only do this after you've failed to leave a comment. My email is: caseym.writer(@)gmail.com 

54 comments:

  1. Oh, I have actually been interested in this Author! I have not read anything by her yet. I did a poll once asking who their fav. Amish Fiction writer was and her name came up a couple of times. Never having heard of her - I looked her up. She definately looks like an Author I would like.

    Please enter me!

    forevereading at gmail dot com
    I am a follower and a subscriber.

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  2. I love reading about the Amish. Please enter me in contest. I would love to read this book. Tore923@aol.com

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  3. I love Amish books and would love to win this one thanks for the chance to win.

    +1 gfc follower
    +1 email subscriber

    ABreading4fun [at] gmail [dot] com

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  4. I enjoyed the interview. Amish books are a favorite of mine. The cover is beautiful.
    pbclark(at)netins(dot)net

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  5. I am a follower.
    pbclark(at)netins(dot)net

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  6. Email subscriber
    pbclark(at)netins(dot)net

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  7. My favorite are Amish books, but I read all kinds. Something about the Amish just draws me in. Looking forward to this one. Thanks for the chance to win it. ybutler@oppcatv.com

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  8. I am an email subscriber. ybutler@oppcatv.com

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  9. I follow on Google Friend Connect. ybutler@oppcatv.com

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  10. Thanks, Casey and Vanetta for a great interview and the opportunity to win one of Vanetta's novels. My mom loves Amish novels, and i am an avid reader - always reading something. i am a follower (Marianne Barkman) and a subscriber.

    mitzi underscore wanham at yahoo dot com

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  11. I really enjoy reading your books!! I cannot wait to read this one as well.. Please enter me..

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  12. I really enjoy your books!! Please enter me in this contest.. would so love to read this one..

    mrslippo@hotmail.com

    Julie Lippo

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  13. I just finished listen to this A Perfect Square.. I could not turn it off.. I am waiting for the next book to find out who Callie ends up with...

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  14. pat cowans
    p_cowans@yahoo.com
    would love to read this. love the cover

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  15. Would love to be entered.

    christinainspirationals @ gmail dot com

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  16. I would love to be entered.

    I am a follower, too.

    christinainspirationals @ gmail dot com

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  17. Would luv to win. jlscott49 at roadrunner dot com

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  18. I have been waiting for this book! I can't wait to read it! My email address is lynne(dot)young(at)gmail(dot)com. I am a follower and a subscriber.

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  19. I have read the first book and would love to win the second book.
    slc925@yahoo.com

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  20. Oh ... I see some old friends here and some new ones! Thanks so much for having me, Casey. Your blog is beautiful, and I appreciate the chance to spotlight A Perfect Square here.

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  21. leslie
    l5310@hotmail.com

    Would love to win this love your books. Thanks for the great contest.

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  22. I love reading Amish and Christian Fiction books. I have a large collection of these books. I hope I can win a copy of Vannetta Chapmans book.I love the way she writes her stories and try to buy her books when they come out.I feel I become a part of the families I read about. tappat42@aol.com

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  23. Would love to win this book, enjoy reading your books... please enter me and thanks for the contest.
    Leslie
    l5310@hotmail.com

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  24. My library doesn't carry your books, altho I sent in Purchase Suggestions, so I would love to win a copy!

    I am a subscriber!

    Karen Schulz
    aregeetee5162@yahoo.com

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  25. What a great interview! I loved the part where Vannetta talked about passing on hope and grace to readers.

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  26. please enter me in your contest. ladydipap@yahoo.com

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  27. Thank you so much for the giveaway I love reading Amish books but have not read anything by Vanetta Chapman yet. Great interview and thanks for all that you do. Please enter my name in the contest.
    Thanks and God Bless.
    angelsofmyeye (at) yahoo ( dot) com

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  28. I'm a subscriber
    Angelsofmyeye (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  29. I'm a follower :)
    Angelsofmyeye (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  30. I love cozy mysteries and Vannetta's sound a little different with an Amish quilter, so they've caught my eye. I'd love to be entered. Thanks!
    I'm a follower.
    I'm a subscriber.
    worthy2bpraised at gmail dot com

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  31. Vanetta! I can't imagine being allergic to so many things! I thought hay fever was bad enough :/ Praise the Lord you out grew most of those allergies! Thank you for the offer of your book. I love Amish fiction :)

    Casey, you know I'm a follower and subscriber!

    homesteading[at]charter[dot]net

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  32. Well the allergies worked out for the best. : ) Afterall, I'm a READER now and that came from many hours spent in bed b/c I was sick a lot. I love everyone's enthusiasm. Thank you for entering!

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  33. I am both a follower and subscriber. I also follow you on FB. Would love a chance at winning your book too. angel4god@charter.net

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  34. Thanks for the interview Casey and Vanetta. Please enter my name in the drawing.
    Sharon
    smoore (at) tcq (dot) net

    I am follower via email.

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  35. I always appreciate the chance to connect with a new author (new to me, at least.)
    Thanks, Casey.

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  36. Have never read her books. Would LOVE to!! tammyredd@gmail.com

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  37. I love Vanetta's books.This article was great.I would love to win her new book.Thanks...Jackie Tessnair...jackie_tessnair@yahoo.com

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  38. I also subscribed.Jackie Tessnair....jackie_tessnair@yahoo.com

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  39. I also joined as a follower...Jacki Tessnair....jackie_tessnair@yahoo.com

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  40. I have tried several times to win this book by Vanetta.Maybe this time I will get lucky. I can hope! Maxie ( mac262@me.com )

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  41. I'd love to win this book. I thoroughly enjoy Amish books. I always learn something new when reading them. Thanks for the giveaway. I'm going to join as a follower today too. :)
    Justmeshf@hotmail.com

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  42. Just wanted to let you know that I'm passing a blog award on to you, Casey. :)

    http://seasonsofhumility.blogspot.com/2012/03/catching-up-and-blog-award.html

    Have a great week, my friend!

    ~Amber

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  43. I'm a subscriber and enjoy your blog. Thank you for the entry in your giveaway. I'd love to read "A Perfect Square". Enjoy Amish fiction so much.
    Havea blessed day!
    Sandee61

    Muzzley56[at]aol[dot]com

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  44. I love seeing people who are just finding my writing as well as those who have tried several times to win my books. What an awesome group we make! Thanks everyone, for entering. I hope you are having a fantastic week.

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  45. I so love reading Amish books. Would love to win a copy of "A Perfect Square".

    Thanks so much for the giveaway.
    schmitlin@elmore.rr.com

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  46. I love reading Amish books and the more I read of them, the faster I want to get my hands on another. I really enjoyed Vanessa's interview and would love to read "A Perfect Square". Love the cover on the book. Thanks for the opportunity.

    Blessings,
    Jo
    ladijo40(at)aol(dot)com

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  47. I'm a subscriber.

    Blessings,
    Jo
    ladijo40(at)aol(dot)com

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  48. I'm a follower

    Blessings,
    Jo
    ladijo40(at)aol(dot)com

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  49. Enter me, please.
    lanehillhouse[at]centurylink[dot]net

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  50. I am a follower.
    lanehillhouse[at]centurylink[dot]net

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  51. I am a subscriber.
    lanehillhouse[at]centurylink[dot]net

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  52. thanks for the chance to read this beautiful story :)

    i'm a follower & email subscriber, too.

    karenk
    kmkuka at yahoo dot com

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  53. Hey Casey! Thanks for the giveaway :) I have not read Vannetta's book yet so I'm in that group, but I would love to win it! Vannetta, thanks for visiting this lovely blog and for a chance to win your book, love your interviews :)
    I'm also a follower, but you knew that Case :)
    Blessings,
    Kara
    wman4jc@aol.com

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