Monday, December 16, 2013

Giveaway! Once Upon a Winter's Heart by Melody Carlson!

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

It seems like my life is an open book, but I’m sure there’s a lot the “average reader “doesn’t know.  I’ll share a few things. Although I speak to groups and can come across as an extrovert, I’m really an introvert and tend to be a bit of a hermit—sometimes (other than walking) I don’t leave my house for days at a time. I live in the woods with deer, squirrels, rabbits, birds, raccoons etc. for “neighbors.” I’ve been happily married for more than 35 years—which still surprises me because it seems like it wasn’t that long ago we got married.

Do you have a favorite genre to read/write?

With both reading and writing, fiction remains my favorite, but I tend to bounce around the genres a lot. I enjoy suspense or historical sometimes, but if I had to just pick one genre, it would probably be contemporary women’s stories.


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

Something I incorporated into my writing style long ago (when the demands of live and kids and a fulltime job made it nearly impossible to spend very much time writing) was to write very quickly. I learned to just plow through the story with minimal self-editing. Then I’d go back after the project was finished and edit. It’s much easier to edit a fully executed story than one that it’s in process.

5 things you love?

By “things” I assume you don’t mean people or God or even pets.... So I’ll limit myself to “things.” I love a nice walk in the woods, a crackling fireplace, a fresh brewed cup of coffee, a captivating book, an old movie.

What novel have you recently read that has stood out to you that both teens and adults will find enjoyment in?

I didn’t read it recently, but because I was just recommending it yesterday, it’s fresh in my mind. The Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford.

Places for readers to learn more about you?

My website is melodycarlson.com

Thank you for being with us today! 


Readers, enter to win Melody's book here!

Please leave an email address! If I draw your name and there is no email, you will not win.
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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 December 27th
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 

52 comments:

  1. Oh I like Melody Carlson!
    Please enter me.
    forevereading at gmail dot som
    I am a follower

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  2. I agree with Melody and I also love reading contemporary women’s stories best!
    Thanks!
    Rebecca
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  3. Thank you for featuring Melody. Her books are always among the best!
    I am follower and subscriber. Thank you for entry.
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  4. Melody Carlson books are always amazing. The cover is stunning!
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  5. I am a follower.
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  6. I am a subscriber.
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  7. Thanks for all the wonderful interviews you do. I would love to win this book. msudawgtooATcomsouthDOTnet

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  8. Sounds like a fun book--thanks for a nice interview and a giveaway. It would be great to wi this book.
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    Vicki

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  9. Melody's books are great...this cover is super! I love her contemporary stories. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  10. Thanks for the interview and giveaway ladies! I like your 'loves' list Melody.

    I am a follower and a subscriber

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  12. I am an email subscriber. Love the cover of this book!
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  13. I am a follower by GFC. Thanks for the giveaway!
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  14. Loved this interview and shared it on google+.Thanks for the chance to win the book. I follow and subscribe.

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  15. Hi, Melody, & Casey!

    Enjoyed the interview! Love the cover of "Once Upon a Winter's Heart" - however, bet it was a "pain-in-the-neck" for the model! Would love to read the book - looks like a fun read! Thanks for the opportunity to win a copy!

    bonnieroof60(at)yahoo(dot)com

    I am a follower, & subscriber!

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  16. I would love to win as I love this author and would love to read this book! I'm a follower and follow via GFC under the name Bethany. Thanks!
    Bethany
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  18. Thank you for the opportunity to get to know the author & a chance to win such a wonderful book! My girls & I thoroughly enjoy these kinds of stories! We look forward to reading it! What a great Christmas gift! srcga68@gmail.com

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  19. Thank you for the interview. I enjoy Melody's writings. Would love to win. Kathleen ~ Lane Hill House
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  20. I am a follower and receive an e-mail when you post. Kathleen ~ Lane Hill House
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  21. I am a Google Friend Connect friend. Kathleen ~ Lane Hill House
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  22. Would love to win this! The cover looks like something I would do. :)
    I'm a follower and a subscriber.

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  23. Enjoyed the wonderful interview. I love Melody's books. She's an excellent author. Thank you for the opportunity to enter this giveaway. Please enter my name.
    Barbara Thompson
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  24. I'm a follower and subscriber!!

    Barbara Thompson
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  25. I'm so glad to see my favorite author on here! I liked learning that women's contemporary is Melody's favorite genre. We have that in common! Thanks for the giveaway! :)

    Amber
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  26. I'm a follower.

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  27. I'm a subscriber.

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  28. I am intrigued by the title Once upon a Winters Heart. Sounds like something I would benefit from by reading. fishingjan[at]aol[dot]com. I am a subscriber and follower.

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  29. I'm just reading Christmas books this month (at least till Christmas) and have read several of Melody's books. They've been fun to read. Once Upon a Winter's Heart looks like another book I'd enjoy reading.
    I'm a follower.
    I'm a subscriber.
    Thanks for the chance to win this book and for the interview with Melody.
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  30. Would love to win this. I love Christmas stories. atouchofheaven2010 at gmail dot com

    I am a follower via Bloglovin.

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  31. I love Christmas stories and would love to win your book. I enjoy your writing. I've also read HOTEL ON THE CORNER OF BITTER AND SWEET and our book club is going to read it. what a great book about Japanese internment in the US! sharon, ca wileygreen1(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  32. The book cover is such an attention-getter! I find myself hoping she doesn't lean too far....
    Thanks for the giveaway and the interview!
    I'm a follower and subscriber :)

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  33. My favorite genre is probably women's fiction too. :)
    I enjoyed the interview.
    I'm a follower and subscriber.
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  34. I love Melody's books and would love to read this!

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  35. GFC follower - Andrea Williams

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  36. Email subscriber - andrea2russia@hotmail.com

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  37. Would love to win one of Melody's books.

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  38. I am a GFC follower, (wfnren)

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  39. I am a subscriber

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  40. I have read a few of Melody's books and enjoyed them. Would love to win this one.

    Blessings,
    Jo
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  41. I'm a follower!

    Blessings,
    Jo
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  42. I'm a subscriber!

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    Jo
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  43. I enjoyed this delightful interview and would love to win a copy of Melody's book! Thank you for the opportunity!

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  44. Oh, I just love this book cover...thanks for the chance to win

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  45. So excited I came across your blog....LUV it!!! This book cover is gorgeous....can't wait to read this one:)))
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  46. I would love to read this book on a snowy day. Perfect with some hot chocolate!
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  47. Oh I love Melody's books and would love to win a copy of Once Upon a Winter's Heart, Thank you for the chance.

    Smiles & Blessings,
    Cindy W.

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  48. I am an email subscriber.

    Smiles & Blessings,
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  49. I am a follower of your blog.

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  50. I am a follower. sharon wileygreen1(at)yahoodot)com

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  51. I am a subscriber sharon wileygreen1(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  52. I love all FIVE of the SAME things! I would love to read this book. The cover is certainly intriguing :)
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