I will read it on a beach, I will read it with a peach

By Mir

June 8, 2009

As some of you who read me at some of my 57 other handy internet locations already know, I have this friend named Joshilyn. Joshilyn is an awesome person and a dear friend, but she also happens to be a best-selling novelist, which makes her extra-sparkly. I very much enjoy hanging out with her and eating chocolate, but I also enjoy reading her books, because she’s kind of an awesometastic storyteller.

And you know, I run contests, and Joshilyn writes books, and one day she got her chocolate in my peanut butter and we realized that, hey, now that The Girl Who Stopped Swimming (her latest novel) has come out in paperback, I should totally give it away here on Want Not! We are smart. (Also: Mmmmm… peanut buttery chocolate….)

So here’s today’s contest: I am giving away three signed copies of Joss’ awesome The Girl Who Stopped Swimming, suitable for gift-giving, hunkering down with on the beach, or just tucking in with you when you need a little nighttime reading. Joshilyn will happily inscribe each book however you like. (True story: When I asked Joss to sign her first novel for me, she wrote “Shut up, I’m THINKING” on my arm.) (She signed it later.) (Yes, there may have been a little wine involved.)

Three author-signed copies up for grabs! Make your friends and family believe you waited in line for hours at a book event, and/or that you and Joss are totally BFFs! It’s up to you, if you win!

For a chance to win, first go read the contest rules and regulations, then come back here and leave a comment on this post by 11:59 p.m. Eastern (8:59 Pacific) on Wednesday, June 10th, 2009 to be entered. Winners to be determined by random number generation and ability to correctly pronounce “Joshilyn” (Hint: the “h” is silent).

Ready? Go!

404 Comments

Corey on June 8, 2009 at 1:10 pm

You guys are too cute. 🙂
Kyallee on June 8, 2009 at 1:11 pm

Hooray for books! Hooray for another great giveaway! Thanks, Mir!
Momsy on June 8, 2009 at 1:11 pm

Love her books!
Sara on June 8, 2009 at 1:11 pm

gotta love GA girls who write!
Diane S. on June 8, 2009 at 1:14 pm

Oh I love a good book. Pick me mr. number picker!
Jill on June 8, 2009 at 1:16 pm

Count me in.
Sarah on June 8, 2009 at 1:17 pm

Can’t wait to read it!
Kari on June 8, 2009 at 1:17 pm

Would love a good book!
beth a on June 8, 2009 at 1:18 pm

I love that you two are so supportive of each other. And I love to read! We all (can) win!
jen on June 8, 2009 at 1:23 pm

loved her other book! would love to win this one.
Thorny on June 8, 2009 at 1:23 pm

Ooh, me me me me! I love a good book!
Brigitte on June 8, 2009 at 1:24 pm

Ooh, now I’m entered in two places! ANYthing we want inscribed? 😉
Andrea on June 8, 2009 at 1:27 pm

Always looking for a new book to read and a new author to follow
LeAnna Wilson on June 8, 2009 at 1:28 pm

Looks like a good book! Yes…I’m judging it by its cover! :o)
Mandy on June 8, 2009 at 1:29 pm

I am always on the lookout for good books – here’s hoping I snag one!
Carrie on June 8, 2009 at 1:30 pm

Sounds like a great read! Thanks Mir!
Jane on June 8, 2009 at 1:30 pm

I do love a (free) summer read! Thanks for the chance!
Dee on June 8, 2009 at 1:30 pm

The beach and a good book…what more does anyone need!
Jean on June 8, 2009 at 1:31 pm

Oohhh, lots of beach vacations this summer…random thingy…pick me 🙂
Jennifer Joyner on June 8, 2009 at 1:32 pm

Pick me! Pick me!
JessicaD on June 8, 2009 at 1:32 pm

Awesome! Jesshica (also a silent H)
Ellen on June 8, 2009 at 1:33 pm

Cool prize!
Michele on June 8, 2009 at 1:37 pm

I would love to read it!

Michele (who doesn’t think her H is silent because the C needs it)
Pino on June 8, 2009 at 1:39 pm

I love reading new authors!!!
Sharon on June 8, 2009 at 1:39 pm

I love her books and have been wanting to read this one as well.
Dawn on June 8, 2009 at 1:40 pm

This would be great!!
robin e on June 8, 2009 at 1:41 pm

This would be perfect to read this summer
jodi on June 8, 2009 at 1:41 pm

I’d love a copy!
Joanne on June 8, 2009 at 1:41 pm

I always need a good book to read!
Tatyana on June 8, 2009 at 1:42 pm

you can never have enough books
Heather on June 8, 2009 at 1:43 pm

Pick me! I love a good book!
Heather on June 8, 2009 at 1:44 pm

What a great contest…thanks for sharing your friend with us!
Megumi on June 8, 2009 at 1:45 pm

YAY books!
Amanda on June 8, 2009 at 1:46 pm

I need some new books! YAY for great novelist friends 🙂
Joanna on June 8, 2009 at 1:47 pm

Great giveaway…I love a good book!
Cheryl on June 8, 2009 at 1:47 pm

Ooh! I love good books. So, has Joshilyn ever asked her parents why they felt the “h” was necessary if it was going to be silent? 🙂

FYI — My middle name is Lyn. Icannot tell you how many people tell me my parents spelled it wrong!
Diane on June 8, 2009 at 1:47 pm

Would love to check out a new author. Thank you!
divrchk on June 8, 2009 at 1:48 pm

You have awesome friends. I’d love to read this story.
erika on June 8, 2009 at 1:48 pm

sounds great! the cover is nice too.
does that matter? why, yes! i think it does!
thanks, mama for a great giveaway
lisa on June 8, 2009 at 1:48 pm

I’d love a good summer read!
Julie on June 8, 2009 at 1:49 pm

I’m always looking for a good read.
Dana on June 8, 2009 at 1:49 pm

I haven’t been able to successfully get through a book since my daugther was born 14 months ago, but I would love to try with this one!

Thank you.
Darice on June 8, 2009 at 1:52 pm

Bring on a new favorite author!
Renae on June 8, 2009 at 1:54 pm

Pick me! Please!
Stephanie on June 8, 2009 at 1:54 pm

Hope I win!
Elizabeth S. on June 8, 2009 at 1:55 pm

If I don’t win, I will be forced to pay *gasp* full retail price!!! 😉
Jackie on June 8, 2009 at 1:55 pm

I love to read, and I’m actually looking for new authors right now. If I don’t win, I may have to buy the book anyway.
Jen R on June 8, 2009 at 1:58 pm

I read entirely too fast, so new books never last in my house more than a day or two. I have been forbidden from bookstores for the sake of my bank account… all that to say I would love a new book!
Lori on June 8, 2009 at 1:59 pm

Great contest, Mir. Thanks!
CuriousParty on June 8, 2009 at 2:00 pm

Definitely need more summer reading!
Jo on June 8, 2009 at 2:02 pm

Cool!
KH on June 8, 2009 at 2:03 pm

Me!
Jeanmarie on June 8, 2009 at 2:05 pm

I am NOT entering the contest, just sticking my nose in here to say that this book was WONDERFUL – haunting, poignant – there are scenes that are with me still (and I have major mommy brain) – I won’t deprive anyone of the chance to read it – even for a autographed copy!! I <3 Joshilyn Jackson and Mir!!
Linda Arocho on June 8, 2009 at 2:06 pm

Uh… Jeanmarie – by posting there to say you’re not entering the contest, you just entered the contest. Just like I just did!
Kelly on June 8, 2009 at 2:07 pm

Oh pick me pick me! 🙂 I need a few good books to read. I would love to find a new author I enjoy.
Sabrina on June 8, 2009 at 2:10 pm

Sounds like a great summer read!
Kellie on June 8, 2009 at 2:13 pm

MEEEEE, PLEEEEEZE!
Heidi on June 8, 2009 at 2:14 pm

Are you Joce’yn me? Free book?! Woohoo!
Bethany on June 8, 2009 at 2:15 pm

I’d love the chance to try a new book & author! 🙂
Christina on June 8, 2009 at 2:15 pm

Sounds great!
cindy on June 8, 2009 at 2:15 pm

I need a good summer book to read!
Nancy S on June 8, 2009 at 2:16 pm

It sounds like a good book… got my fingers crossed!
Lisa on June 8, 2009 at 2:16 pm

Oooh, the book sounds great! I want one!
Lisa P. on June 8, 2009 at 2:17 pm

I love books. Pick me, pick me. I’ll have to check her books out regardless, but pick me…#60!
Jean on June 8, 2009 at 2:17 pm

I’ve been wanting a book to read that won’t generate overdue library fines….
Mary O on June 8, 2009 at 2:17 pm

Looks like a good one!
Kris on June 8, 2009 at 2:18 pm

Woohoo! I’ve loved her other books, so I’d love to win!
Holly on June 8, 2009 at 2:19 pm

I *love* books.
Lenetta @ Nettacow on June 8, 2009 at 2:19 pm

Sounds great – thanks for the chance!
CarolM on June 8, 2009 at 2:19 pm

Sounds fabulous! Looking forward to reading it.
Daisy on June 8, 2009 at 2:19 pm

OMG, just in time for some fantastic summer reading! Count me in!
Cathy on June 8, 2009 at 2:21 pm

Oooh! I have this one on my Amazon wishlist, I love her books!
Courtney on June 8, 2009 at 2:22 pm

woo! i’m always looking for something new and awesome to read!
Helen on June 8, 2009 at 2:22 pm

I need a good summer read!
Laura F on June 8, 2009 at 2:23 pm

I love her books! Would adore a signed copy!
Jenny on June 8, 2009 at 2:25 pm

Ooohhh, I’m looking for a good summer read!
sarah on June 8, 2009 at 2:27 pm

I need a good book to read! 🙂
Lucinda on June 8, 2009 at 2:28 pm

Me please.
TinaH on June 8, 2009 at 2:32 pm

Fun!!! Pick away!!!
Karen on June 8, 2009 at 2:34 pm

I need a book, thanks for the chance!
Diane Du on June 8, 2009 at 2:36 pm

There’s nothing like relaxing outside with a good book!
Faith on June 8, 2009 at 2:37 pm

yippee!!!!
Julie on June 8, 2009 at 2:39 pm

Wonderful author. Please pick me.
Angela on June 8, 2009 at 2:39 pm

Please please please! JJ rocks!
Eva on June 8, 2009 at 2:40 pm

please!
Juli on June 8, 2009 at 2:42 pm

I love to read.
Gwen on June 8, 2009 at 2:42 pm

Oooh, I am in, please pick me!
Kristin on June 8, 2009 at 2:43 pm

Loved Gods in Alabama!
janet on June 8, 2009 at 2:43 pm

Excellent!
beth on June 8, 2009 at 2:45 pm

i’m always looking for a great new read!
d on June 8, 2009 at 2:46 pm

Looks interesting.
Christina on June 8, 2009 at 2:46 pm

I’ve been needing a poolside read. And signed too?! Too much.
Sara on June 8, 2009 at 2:47 pm

Have a 9 month old, so definitely could use a good book to read in my ever-precious me time!
Amelia on June 8, 2009 at 2:47 pm

I’ve heard great things about her stuff from a coworker and could not for the life of me remember where I first heard her name…now I know! Puh-leeze pick me :).
lifeasamama on June 8, 2009 at 2:48 pm

whoa… i’m a bookaholic, so this would ROCK.
Marilyn on June 8, 2009 at 2:48 pm

I am anxious to start reading this book!
Hope I win!
Melissa on June 8, 2009 at 2:48 pm

Sounds like some summer reading to me!
Dawn on June 8, 2009 at 2:51 pm

Please pick me!!!
exile on mom street on June 8, 2009 at 2:51 pm

I am going to be purchasing this if I can’t get it for the fantastic, Want Not-approved price of FREE!
Bikini on June 8, 2009 at 2:52 pm

Me!
alison on June 8, 2009 at 2:53 pm

Oh my goodness! Gods in Alabama saved me from a two hour delay that became eight hours in O’hare. I love these books.
Rosie on June 8, 2009 at 2:54 pm

I’d love to read it.
Tracy H on June 8, 2009 at 2:56 pm

Yay for free books! Count me in, I would love to read it!
stephanie on June 8, 2009 at 2:57 pm

A librarian can never have too many books (at least that’s what I tell my husband).
Nikki on June 8, 2009 at 3:01 pm

Can’t go wrong with free books.
Lynn on June 8, 2009 at 3:02 pm

Looks good! I love to read.
Christine on June 8, 2009 at 3:03 pm

I would love to read her book!
Brielle on June 8, 2009 at 3:03 pm

I love a new author, please pick me! 🙂
Michelle on June 8, 2009 at 3:04 pm

Always looking for a new favorite author! Thanks for the giveaway.
Karen on June 8, 2009 at 3:04 pm

This number is a winner!
Lisa on June 8, 2009 at 3:05 pm

I just read this book and highly recommend it. It was so good and if you haven’t read Between, Georgia you must. It is so unbelieveably great!
Missy on June 8, 2009 at 3:05 pm

Love her!
Carey on June 8, 2009 at 3:06 pm

Thanks for a great author recommendation- I’d love a signed copy! 🙂
Sagey on June 8, 2009 at 3:06 pm

I always love a good book!
MomCat on June 8, 2009 at 3:06 pm

Autographed books rock, especially one of hers!
Martha on June 8, 2009 at 3:06 pm

It looks like a great read!
Susan on June 8, 2009 at 3:08 pm

Hooray for summer reading!
Rebecca on June 8, 2009 at 3:08 pm

I’ve love an autograph with a book attached!
Wendy on June 8, 2009 at 3:09 pm

I really enjoyed Gods in Alabama and Between, Georgia and would love to read this one!
Jess on June 8, 2009 at 3:09 pm

I’d love a copy!
Erin on June 8, 2009 at 3:10 pm

I would LOVE this book!
Traci on June 8, 2009 at 3:13 pm

I WANT this!!! Haven’t been this excited about a contest in a while .. (well, that’s a lie…most of your contests appeal to me…) But I would LOVE LOVE LOVE this… Please?
desi on June 8, 2009 at 3:13 pm

luvvvvvvvvvvv Jos-lyn. ilov’er
Lori on June 8, 2009 at 3:14 pm

Sounds great, please count me in!
Melindey on June 8, 2009 at 3:16 pm

Thanks Mir!
Stacey on June 8, 2009 at 3:19 pm

Sounds great!
Sharkey on June 8, 2009 at 3:20 pm

Count me in!
emily on June 8, 2009 at 3:20 pm

I recently read and enjoyed Between, Georgia. I’d love to read her latest, too!
lynn on June 8, 2009 at 3:22 pm

Let’s see if today’s the day!

🙂
Sharlot on June 8, 2009 at 3:28 pm

I would love to read this book. Thanks.
Linda on June 8, 2009 at 3:30 pm

I’m in on this one!!
Erin on June 8, 2009 at 3:30 pm

I would love to read this, thanks for the giveaway!
el-e-e on June 8, 2009 at 3:31 pm

Thank you for the tweet! I would love to win slash read this one!
June on June 8, 2009 at 3:32 pm

There’s nothing better than a good book!
Marci on June 8, 2009 at 3:32 pm

I need a good summer novel!

Mharci (also with the silent h.)
Crystal B. on June 8, 2009 at 3:33 pm

Sounds wonderful. I would love to read Joshilyn’s book.
Sandra on June 8, 2009 at 3:34 pm

I love reading and would love to read this book.
Breann on June 8, 2009 at 3:34 pm

Tell her not to worry – no one can pronounce “Breann” either (Bre-inn, not Bre-anne)!
tiffany on June 8, 2009 at 3:36 pm

🙂
M on June 8, 2009 at 3:38 pm

I need a good beach read! (And thanks for the pronunciation help… I’ve always wondered.)
Erin on June 8, 2009 at 3:38 pm

I would love this book for my upcoming beach vacation.
casey on June 8, 2009 at 3:39 pm

pick me, pick me!
Bonnie on June 8, 2009 at 3:44 pm

Oooh, how fun, I’ve been wanting to read this for a while.
Em on June 8, 2009 at 3:44 pm

I promise not even to call her Josh (or Joss which is more correct, I know, I read her blog too but I still won’t because it is too familiar and impolite. Even though I am a rude Yankee to OTHER Yankees I like to pretend to be polite to proper southern ladies).
Mama Bear on June 8, 2009 at 3:46 pm

Oh, a book! Pick me!
A.. on June 8, 2009 at 3:47 pm

This would be awesome! Thanks!!
Cindy on June 8, 2009 at 3:48 pm

TOO COOL!! I love books but have a self-imposed buying moratorium until I finish the ones I have. Which, you know, doesn’t count if I WIN one.
â™¥Army Wifeâ™¥ on June 8, 2009 at 3:50 pm

who doesn’t like a good summer read?
Cathy on June 8, 2009 at 3:52 pm

Oh, I want one! I already actually have this one, but can always keep the signed one for myself and give the other away!
ajp on June 8, 2009 at 3:53 pm

I love her books!!! And I really love her name, especially for the silent H. If I don’t win, I’m still going to buy it.
Nowheymama on June 8, 2009 at 3:56 pm

How exciting!
jess on June 8, 2009 at 3:56 pm

I’m always happy to find a new author to read!
Kay T on June 8, 2009 at 3:56 pm

Shut up! I am THINKING!
Flea on June 8, 2009 at 3:57 pm

Dang it! My lisp is going to keep me from winning another perfectly good contest!
Tammy A. on June 8, 2009 at 4:01 pm

Count me in! I am totally a bookaholic!!!
robin on June 8, 2009 at 4:02 pm

me please
Amy on June 8, 2009 at 4:05 pm

I so need a new book!!!
Sunny on June 8, 2009 at 4:06 pm

Sounds wonderful!
Alicia on June 8, 2009 at 4:07 pm

As a book addict currently on a B&N diet due to the whole recession thing, a book that was free and did not have a due date would be wonderful!!!!!!!
Linda on June 8, 2009 at 4:09 pm

My quiet deck and I need a new book!
Kimlarie Lloyd on June 8, 2009 at 4:10 pm

Pretty Mir,

OOOOH and AHHHHH to win this wonderful book! 🙂
Karla E on June 8, 2009 at 4:11 pm

me, me…and I am going to the beach in a couple of weeks.
Lisa on June 8, 2009 at 4:14 pm

awesome
Elizabeth on June 8, 2009 at 4:15 pm

This is my kind of contest!
StephLove on June 8, 2009 at 4:15 pm

I’d never say no to a free book.
TC on June 8, 2009 at 4:15 pm

Oh yeah. Bring it.
Sara on June 8, 2009 at 4:19 pm

I’ve read all of her other books, but not this one. Yet. Because I’m totally going to win this one! Now. Shut up. I’m THINKING!!
Nancy on June 8, 2009 at 4:20 pm

Sounds like a fun read!
Susie on June 8, 2009 at 4:27 pm

I need a good book!
Claire on June 8, 2009 at 4:27 pm

Woohoo! I love a good book!
Bethtastic on June 8, 2009 at 4:31 pm

Me! 😀
Jo on June 8, 2009 at 4:32 pm

Books books!
DBN on June 8, 2009 at 4:33 pm

I loved this book and would love an autographed copy even more!
Nancy on June 8, 2009 at 4:34 pm

Summer reading! Yay!
Dabney Roberts on June 8, 2009 at 4:36 pm

Oh, I need a new book!
Linda M on June 8, 2009 at 4:36 pm

Pick me! Pick me! (Please?)
KristenM on June 8, 2009 at 4:37 pm

I loved Between, Georgia. I would love to read this one, too, but have put myself on a strict book-buying budget of $0 for a long while, so winning this contest would be fantastic! Thank you!
ran on June 8, 2009 at 4:39 pm

A good book to read on vacation?!?!?! Love this deal!
Christina on June 8, 2009 at 4:41 pm

I am all about the summer reading – bring it on!
Karen R. on June 8, 2009 at 4:44 pm

My middle name is Jocelyn, so I can make a guess at the pronunciation. And my older daughter is a passionate swimmer. Your random number generator is *so* pretty.
Vicki on June 8, 2009 at 4:47 pm

I say Oh Yeah!!
Virginia on June 8, 2009 at 4:48 pm

Pick me!
catherino on June 8, 2009 at 4:49 pm

I love her books so much. A signed copy would be terrific!
Linda on June 8, 2009 at 4:49 pm

I love books! Pick me!
Karen on June 8, 2009 at 4:50 pm

I loved this book! Enter me please!
Kate on June 8, 2009 at 4:53 pm

pick me I need to escape in to a book
beanery on June 8, 2009 at 4:54 pm

I love books!
Lisa on June 8, 2009 at 4:59 pm

You have said so many wonderful things about this author and friend of yours. I’d love to give this new book a try!
karishma on June 8, 2009 at 4:59 pm

ooh!
Marilyn on June 8, 2009 at 5:00 pm

I love some good reading!
Alison on June 8, 2009 at 5:01 pm

I read the library’s copy, but I’d love to have a signed copy of my very own!
Gwen on June 8, 2009 at 5:02 pm

I’m always up for a good book!

Also, I gather from your subtle hints that you love peanut butter and chocolate…I just so happened to have a posted a delicious recipe for Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cookies a few minutes ago…coincidence? I think not!
Jenn on June 8, 2009 at 5:05 pm

Would love this! Thanks!
Melisa on June 8, 2009 at 5:06 pm

I’d love to have a signed copy.
Kirsten on June 8, 2009 at 5:06 pm

Oh! I love new books! Even if I don’t win, I’ll be sure to pick this one up.
Crista on June 8, 2009 at 5:13 pm

Me Please!
cocosmom on June 8, 2009 at 5:16 pm

Oh me, please!!!!
christina on June 8, 2009 at 5:17 pm

Wow, what a great contest! I do belive, I do, I do, I do, I do…believe I’ll be the winner!
MamaChristy on June 8, 2009 at 5:17 pm

I’d LOVE to win!
Kim Smith on June 8, 2009 at 5:19 pm

I am ALWAYS looking for a new book to read and a new author to love!
If it gets me extra points, I’ll even drive down to Athens and save you shipping!
HeidiM on June 8, 2009 at 5:19 pm

I’m feeling lucky today… Also chocolate and peanut butter – mmmmmmm!
Heather on June 8, 2009 at 5:19 pm

Pick me!
RuthWells on June 8, 2009 at 5:21 pm

I’m in!
Bean Counter on June 8, 2009 at 5:21 pm

Ohhh, random generator, pick me please! I need a good book to read when I go with my husband next month to a conference and he will be in meetings all day and I be lounging by the pool relaxing with no kids! (You’re so pretty Mir!)
Jennifer Z. on June 8, 2009 at 5:22 pm

I always need more books to read so count me in.
Jen on June 8, 2009 at 5:22 pm

Cool! Thanks for the contest!
Heidi on June 8, 2009 at 5:22 pm

A silent H, eh? That would certainly change the pronunciation of my name… Oh, and I’d LOVE to win another book from you. (Greatly enjoying Modern Spice!)
Susan on June 8, 2009 at 5:23 pm

thanks
Mimi on June 8, 2009 at 5:29 pm

Pick me!
Ellen on June 8, 2009 at 5:33 pm

I puffy heart love reading and could go for a good book right about now!
Vicki on June 8, 2009 at 5:34 pm

Yeah. I was entry 210. I realized that the email on that entry IS NOT CORRECT. The email on this entry is.
Emily on June 8, 2009 at 5:39 pm

always looking to try a new good book/author!
Vicki on June 8, 2009 at 5:39 pm

I’d love a copy!
Lacey on June 8, 2009 at 5:48 pm

Thanks for the hint, I have been saying it wrong in my head every time she is mentioned.
Tiffany on June 8, 2009 at 5:51 pm

Always looking for another great book!
Theresa on June 8, 2009 at 5:51 pm

I’d love this, thanks!
susan on June 8, 2009 at 5:51 pm

I love her books. Count me in.
BethR on June 8, 2009 at 5:55 pm

Squeeeeeee!!!!
Catherine on June 8, 2009 at 5:55 pm

Books! Yea, books! Summer reading just in time for summer! How terribly clever of you!
Emily on June 8, 2009 at 6:02 pm

Wow. It’s like a contest-erama up in here!
Sarah on June 8, 2009 at 6:07 pm

I just saw this book at Barnes and Noble and thought it looked awesome. I’d love it!
aly on June 8, 2009 at 6:09 pm

yay books! thanks mir!
kvv on June 8, 2009 at 6:12 pm

I want to read her fun book!
Mindy on June 8, 2009 at 6:20 pm

I love books here. Thanks, Mir
hannita on June 8, 2009 at 6:21 pm

I totally need this for when I’m at the beach this summer!
Sammie on June 8, 2009 at 6:22 pm

love books 🙂
Jess on June 8, 2009 at 6:36 pm

Now this contest screams my name. I need a nice summer read!
gretchen on June 8, 2009 at 6:39 pm

puuuhhhhleeeeeze??? 🙂
Pictou on June 8, 2009 at 6:45 pm

I have read Joshilyn’s two other books (actually listened to audible books) and really, really enjoyed them. I lived in Georgia for eight years and have an affinity for Southern folks.
Lauren on June 8, 2009 at 6:45 pm

Ooh, a good one here!
Chris S on June 8, 2009 at 6:52 pm

Love her books!
Linda M. on June 8, 2009 at 6:59 pm

ooooh…I adore Joshilyn! It was with her book, Between, GA, that I learned what Luna Moths were….LOVE her, LOVE HER!!!!
jess on June 8, 2009 at 7:08 pm

I found your blog and her blog independently of each other and sometime later realized that you knew each other. It was an odd feeling. Anyway, I love Joss’s books and the wonderful wit on her blog. I think her mental-speak and my mental-speak must be pretty similar from the way she capitalizes words in her sentences, as that’s how I would capitalize it in my head. Ummm…if that makes sense.

Anyway, how did neither of your think of this before?!

jess
Emily on June 8, 2009 at 7:20 pm

I love new books!
Monique on June 8, 2009 at 7:26 pm

I will read it day and night, I will read it with all my might. I will read it here or there, I will read it anywhere. I will read it if my son lets me be! I will read it if you pick me!
another sue on June 8, 2009 at 7:28 pm

Throwing my number into the pot, so to speak. Feed my book addiction and introduce me to your friend’s work!
Rikki on June 8, 2009 at 7:29 pm

SHE IS MY FAVORITE! I found you by stalking her I mean reading her blog, of course.
steph on June 8, 2009 at 7:33 pm

Cool!
Cindy on June 8, 2009 at 7:38 pm

I would love to read this!
Jules on June 8, 2009 at 8:04 pm

Want! Please 😀
Courtney on June 8, 2009 at 8:05 pm

Awesome! I can totally pronounce her name correctly.
Michelle on June 8, 2009 at 8:06 pm

Yay for books!!
Autumn on June 8, 2009 at 8:15 pm

Oh i just love a good book!!! Thanks for the chance.
Michelle on June 8, 2009 at 8:25 pm

I love to read…I am the girl who couldn’t stop reading.
Jen on June 8, 2009 at 8:27 pm

I used to live in tiny Pace, Florida lol, I’m over the bridge now, but I love books. thanks for the chance
Candace on June 8, 2009 at 8:31 pm

I need a good summer read.
Megs on June 8, 2009 at 8:32 pm

I LOVE to read!! Pick me, pick me!
Jill on June 8, 2009 at 8:38 pm

I need a book for my beach vacation! 🙂
Molly on June 8, 2009 at 8:45 pm

The more books the merrier. Plus I love the name Joshilyn!
Sherri on June 8, 2009 at 8:57 pm

Please. And thank you.
Melissa on June 8, 2009 at 8:58 pm

I love a good book!!
Jamie on June 8, 2009 at 8:58 pm

Pick me! I love to read!
Shanon on June 8, 2009 at 9:01 pm

I could use a good book to curl up with!
Gretchen on June 8, 2009 at 9:09 pm

Oh, yes, please!
Melanie on June 8, 2009 at 9:10 pm

I didn’t realize it was out! I’ve got a 16 hour car ride this coming weekend so I am getting the book! But if I win I will give my gently used copy to a friend. I’d be lying if I said I’d be nice enough to give the signed copy away! 🙂
rebecca on June 8, 2009 at 9:20 pm

Really, you are friends with her? that is so awesome. I love her novels, especially Gods In Alabama, it was the best book I read that year.
Abbey on June 8, 2009 at 9:21 pm

I love books and funny posts so I’m all set:)
Alison on June 8, 2009 at 9:27 pm

Thanks for the giveaway. I love books and will share at paperbackswap.com afterwards. Thanks.
Anna on June 8, 2009 at 9:28 pm

Great contest. 🙂
TessaG on June 8, 2009 at 9:32 pm

Yay books!
Jennifer on June 8, 2009 at 9:37 pm

Nothing better than a great summer read…or a fall read…or a winter read…you get the picture : )
Valerie on June 8, 2009 at 9:54 pm

Now that I’m done with classes for a while, I’m looking for new things to read. Winning it would be even better!
Kris on June 8, 2009 at 9:58 pm

Great author! Sign me up.
Jenny on June 8, 2009 at 10:06 pm

Awesome!!
Crystal on June 8, 2009 at 10:06 pm

I need a good book! Please.
melinda on June 8, 2009 at 10:14 pm

Always looking for fun reading while I’m with the kids at the pool. MKW
Kelly on June 8, 2009 at 10:14 pm

I’d love a good book to read at the beach. If I win, will you send me to the beach, too?

Thanks
Dianna on June 8, 2009 at 10:14 pm

I could use a new book for the beach!
Kat on June 8, 2009 at 10:15 pm

I really need another book to add to the stack by my bed. Seriously. 🙂
Dianna on June 8, 2009 at 10:16 pm

Summer reading…ahhh!
Nikkie on June 8, 2009 at 10:22 pm

I’d love to have it to read over the summer!
Tara on June 8, 2009 at 10:22 pm

You got me started on her books. Love ’em.
Tiffany on June 8, 2009 at 10:31 pm

I will need to look for her books, but I’d rather just win one. I’m lazy that way.
Heather S on June 8, 2009 at 10:47 pm

I could use a lovely book for my upcoming trip to my MIL’s house in…SOUTH DAKOTA. Help me!
Selena on June 8, 2009 at 10:52 pm

I’d love to read something other than a parenting magazine! Thank you both!
Anna on June 8, 2009 at 10:56 pm

Great contest, and awesome author. I would love to win a signed copy. If I won, I would cherish it forever and ever.
chris bogda on June 8, 2009 at 11:01 pm

I am a twin sister and although she introduced me to this author, and as much as I would love to win this book for myself, I hope that I am picked so I can give this book to her for our 43 birthday on July 27. She has been speaking of it for days, and I would like to return to her a little of what she has given me over our years…
Tonya on June 8, 2009 at 11:08 pm

Ohh. I could go for a nice new book to read at the beach!
Janie on June 8, 2009 at 11:10 pm

You could make me the most McAwesome member of my book club!
Karen on June 8, 2009 at 11:15 pm

Going to the beach and need something to read!
Gin on June 8, 2009 at 11:19 pm

Sure. But only if my inscription says, “SHUT UP. I AM THINKING!”

Yay! Books!
Tannis on June 8, 2009 at 11:19 pm

This is a neat contest!
Deb on June 8, 2009 at 11:29 pm

Sounds like a great book! Thanks for the chance to win.
Darlene on June 8, 2009 at 11:37 pm

Thanks! I love hearing about new authors and would love to win the book!
Chakolate on June 8, 2009 at 11:43 pm

285 – may just be my lucky number. Just like all the other 30 or so lucky numbers I’ve had when entering.

Srsly, I feel it. I do.
Heidi on June 8, 2009 at 11:44 pm

I’d love a new book.
Anthony on June 9, 2009 at 12:01 am

This one wins!
Ann on June 9, 2009 at 12:04 am

In deserate need of something new to read
Genevieve on June 9, 2009 at 12:15 am

library students always need more books!
Jaime on June 9, 2009 at 1:03 am

sounds intriguing!
Dee from Tennessee on June 9, 2009 at 1:20 am

I admire a good author so much…..and LOVE it when I discover a “new” author that I like. Thanks for the opportunity….catchy title , right off the bat.
Chelle on June 9, 2009 at 1:53 am

book me baby!
Kaytisummer on June 9, 2009 at 2:03 am

It’s been years since I’ve finished a book!!! Love to try though!
Cheri on June 9, 2009 at 2:49 am

Always reading, would love something new! Thanks!
kim on June 9, 2009 at 3:14 am

Sounds like a great summer read!
alaine on June 9, 2009 at 7:12 am

i’d love to read her new book!!!
Michele on June 9, 2009 at 7:15 am

Ahhh, books & summer (really, books & any day, time, season, etc. go together).
Margaret on June 9, 2009 at 7:21 am

Sounds good to me!!!
Katherine on June 9, 2009 at 7:25 am

Summer reading? A free book? I am in heaven!
Corey Bishop on June 9, 2009 at 7:39 am

Love a good book to take to the pool!
Dawn on June 9, 2009 at 7:41 am

I love a good read. And if I win it will get passed around and talked about with about 20 hardcore readers…we love discovering new authors!
Tracy R. on June 9, 2009 at 7:43 am

me, me, me, me……please.
John on June 9, 2009 at 7:52 am

Need a book for the summer!
Jenn on June 9, 2009 at 7:55 am

I love to read!
Jennifer on June 9, 2009 at 7:58 am

Sounds like a great book!
Lisa P on June 9, 2009 at 8:08 am

Awesome! Pick me!!! I’m a teacher and only get to read during the summer- so I need a good read!!
Andrea on June 9, 2009 at 8:14 am

I LOVE this book!! I’d love to give it as a gift!
Branwen on June 9, 2009 at 8:15 am

I’d love to read it.
Julie on June 9, 2009 at 8:26 am

I need a good summer read!
lisa on June 9, 2009 at 8:32 am

i love new books!
Janet on June 9, 2009 at 8:34 am

Pick me! Pick me!
Krista on June 9, 2009 at 8:37 am

Sounds great!
Valery on June 9, 2009 at 8:40 am

Ooh, I’m making my list of books to grab for exciting summer reading as soon as I’m done grading my last final, so consider me entered, please and thank you. 🙂
Maura on June 9, 2009 at 8:40 am

Is today my lucky day?
April on June 9, 2009 at 8:42 am

Sound like a great read.
annette on June 9, 2009 at 8:44 am

I’m in!
DAISY on June 9, 2009 at 8:47 am

Can always use a new book.
Clare on June 9, 2009 at 8:55 am

I would love to read this book!
Jerrie on June 9, 2009 at 9:18 am

Just got laid off going to have plenty of time for reading. 🙂
Lisa on June 9, 2009 at 9:25 am

Cannot get enough of the summer reading material!
emily on June 9, 2009 at 9:35 am

I adore books!
Patsy on June 9, 2009 at 9:35 am

Pick me! Pick Me! I never win anything!
MaryAnne Williams on June 9, 2009 at 9:39 am

I would love to dive into one of her books!
Ani on June 9, 2009 at 9:41 am

I need me some summer reading!
Tara on June 9, 2009 at 9:47 am

A complete book addict here! I’d love it.
Pat on June 9, 2009 at 9:52 am

Books are our friends! Tell you brood the floor is no place for a book!
Lori on June 9, 2009 at 9:52 am

Very cool. Never entered a contest for a book before. I’m leaving for the beach in 3 weeks. Maybe I could read it there?
Candi on June 9, 2009 at 9:55 am

Would love to preview it for my book club!
Susan on June 9, 2009 at 9:55 am

Me pretty please.
Wendy on June 9, 2009 at 9:55 am

Sounds great!
Angela on June 9, 2009 at 10:01 am

Nobody loves a good book more than me!
Antonella on June 9, 2009 at 10:01 am

Great giveaway! I would love a book, thanks!!
Leslie on June 9, 2009 at 10:10 am

The “H” isn’t silent if there’s wine involved.

Leslie
Gretchen on June 9, 2009 at 10:10 am

This is awesome. I am so totally in and would LOOOOOOVE this! Do you hear me oh-so-pretty random-number generator?
Jennifer M. on June 9, 2009 at 10:47 am

I would love something good to read!
Amy on June 9, 2009 at 10:58 am

I’d love to read this! Pick me, PLEASE!
Erin on June 9, 2009 at 10:59 am

Ooooh! I listened to Togwiss on CD, and have been wanting to get a hard copy to put on my shelf next to Gods and Between.

Pick em! Pick me!
Candy on June 9, 2009 at 11:04 am

Love her books!
Mary on June 9, 2009 at 11:10 am

I’d love to try out a new author!
Katie in MA on June 9, 2009 at 11:10 am

She will inscribe the book however we want?? And you’re not even making us comment on what we’d want that inscription to be?

On the other hand, maybe that’s smart. We’re a rowdy bunch. 🙂
Fatima on June 9, 2009 at 11:12 am

Oh Yes Yes Mir.. I am so excited.. I love to read..
Begered on June 9, 2009 at 11:17 am

I am always looking for something for me to read.
Kookaburra on June 9, 2009 at 11:22 am

Another great book to add to the reading list… pick me, pick me!

Thanks for the chance to win!
LisaBug on June 9, 2009 at 11:24 am

Hot Diggity! 🙂
Lori_S on June 9, 2009 at 11:39 am

Sounds great! Thanks!
Robin on June 9, 2009 at 11:42 am

I’m ready to win.
Robyn on June 9, 2009 at 11:48 am

Ooh! I’ve already read it but need to read it again… and again… and can you tell her it’s about time for a new book? 😉
Julie on June 9, 2009 at 12:16 pm

This looks good! Another book to add to my reading list. Thanks!
Jen B. on June 9, 2009 at 12:25 pm

I’m ALWAYS looking for new authors to read. This would be the perfect opportunity. Count me in!
Kristen B H on June 9, 2009 at 12:27 pm

I heart books! Thanks for the contest!
Katie on June 9, 2009 at 1:17 pm

I would love to win a book!
SallyP on June 9, 2009 at 1:34 pm

I’m so curious about the title.
Cindy on June 9, 2009 at 1:37 pm

Sounds fun, thanks Mir!
Genevieve on June 9, 2009 at 1:50 pm

I am currently reading it, I love it, and I could give a copy to my dear friend with whom I swap books. So, yay!
Kim on June 9, 2009 at 1:51 pm

Summer vacation = finally some time to read! =]
Bobbi on June 9, 2009 at 2:00 pm

I would love this book, sounds great!
may on June 9, 2009 at 2:00 pm

I’ve never heard of it, but I’d be thrilled to give it a try. Thanks!
Chrisoula on June 9, 2009 at 2:15 pm

I’m game!
Kari on June 9, 2009 at 2:17 pm

Perfect read for the summer!
Kate on June 9, 2009 at 2:18 pm

Oh goody, This sounds terrific!
carolyn on June 9, 2009 at 2:23 pm

would love this!
Kristen on June 9, 2009 at 2:23 pm

I literally JUST finished reading this book last night. It was unbelieveable. I love all of Joshilyn’s works!!
Erin on June 9, 2009 at 3:12 pm

Oh, please, pretty Mir, pick me!!

I am never the winner of ANYTHING and I would SO love to read Joshilyn’s book.
Angie D on June 9, 2009 at 3:39 pm

OOoooo! I love to read! Books, specifically. And this looks really good. Thanks for the opportunity!
Roxann on June 9, 2009 at 3:57 pm

I’ll need a good book for vacation traveling….hours in the vehicle with 3 kids…..good times.
Mayhem on June 9, 2009 at 4:25 pm

That would be wonderful!!!
Kristina on June 9, 2009 at 5:22 pm

Can’t wait to read it. I just finished a great book and have been looking for something new to top the last – this one looks like it will be it.
jgem on June 9, 2009 at 5:47 pm

I love books!
Heather on June 9, 2009 at 5:57 pm

Joss is all kinds of awesome and I would dearly love to win her book! 😀
Denise on June 9, 2009 at 6:40 pm

Looking for a new author to read. Pick me please!
Laurie on June 9, 2009 at 6:52 pm

Love a great book!
Elly on June 9, 2009 at 7:04 pm

All I’ve been reading lately is books on cars and Once Upon a Potty, thanks to my two-year-old. I could definitely use a girlie book. Thank you both!
Kassie on June 9, 2009 at 7:52 pm

Who doesn’t love a good book? And I need one!
Shelly on June 9, 2009 at 8:07 pm

I love her books!!
Shel on June 9, 2009 at 8:08 pm

mmmm…chocolate & peanut butter
Karen on June 9, 2009 at 8:21 pm

Looks like a good book…..sign me up!
Theresa on June 9, 2009 at 9:15 pm

Thank you!
Melissa on June 9, 2009 at 9:35 pm

Me please!
Jenny on June 9, 2009 at 9:45 pm

A book? Just in time for summer? Yes please!
RachelJ on June 9, 2009 at 10:11 pm

I’ve already read this book. I loved it and would really like to have my own copy!
lomagirl on June 9, 2009 at 10:19 pm

Is the h silent when drinking is involved?
Sorry, couldn’t resist.
I’m not afraid of swimming, but I’d love the book.
(No, I haven’t been drinking myself. really).
Kate on June 9, 2009 at 10:22 pm

Ooh, I took that out from the library after you mentioned it on Woulda Coulda Shoulda, and I loved it! I would love to have a copy for my very own!
Ann on June 9, 2009 at 10:34 pm

a beach book..nothing better, except maybe a winter book to cuddle by the fire with.
thanks for the contest!!! would love to win–RNG pick me please
caroline kim on June 10, 2009 at 12:16 am

need a good summer read – yay!
Robin B on June 10, 2009 at 12:26 am

Yes, please. I need a read for my trip in 3 weeks!
Elsie on June 10, 2009 at 12:55 am

A great read for me!
Terry on June 10, 2009 at 7:55 am

Need a good book to read!!!!!
Hollie on June 10, 2009 at 8:41 am

I am totally in need of a new book to curl up with by the pool!
Summer on June 10, 2009 at 9:08 am

I would love a new good book!
Kate on June 10, 2009 at 11:07 am

Ooh, looks like a great book! Thanks for the contest, Mir and Joshilyn!
Jackie on June 10, 2009 at 12:13 pm

I love books! Me, please random number generator!
Chaya on June 10, 2009 at 1:10 pm

Oh, I’d love to win this one… thanks!
Shirley on June 10, 2009 at 4:38 pm

I want one please!!!! I need a good, fun summer read.
Tracey on June 10, 2009 at 5:45 pm

I need a good book.
Carolyn on June 10, 2009 at 5:57 pm

I feel it. This one wins.
Leslie on June 10, 2009 at 6:40 pm

Me, me, please pick me!
Sara on June 10, 2009 at 6:53 pm

I can’t wait to read a book that isn’t a textbook!
Rebecca on June 10, 2009 at 7:43 pm

I could use a new book to read.
shawn on June 10, 2009 at 7:47 pm

I soooooooooo lovvvvvve books!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It is an obsession.
ucmama on June 10, 2009 at 8:06 pm

Beautiful cover – love the colors!
Erin on June 10, 2009 at 10:21 pm

i would love to put this into my summer reading list!
Deirdre on June 10, 2009 at 11:08 pm

I appreciate the opportunity for the chance to win.
Heather on June 10, 2009 at 11:18 pm

I freakin love Joshilyn’s books. I bow to her awesomness.
~moe~ on June 10, 2009 at 11:40 pm

Wow, Pretty Mir, I haven’t put in for one of your contests in a long while. This is an awesome one! I love books! Thanks for the opportunity!

I will read it on a beach, I will read it with a peach

404 Comments

Bargain Hunt

Want Not Archives

Pin It on Pinterest