May 04, 2009
It Won't Be Long Now!
 
Look what came in the mail! The hardcover and softcover of A BRIDE IN THE BARGAIN. When these come off the press, they grab one of each for me and stick them in the mail so I can see them. And when that happens, that means they are boxing up the rest of them and shipping them out.
It still takes a while for the books to get where they need to go and for the distributors to log them in, then dispurse them yet again. And then the bookstores have to unpack the boxes and put them on the shelves. Still, I'm thinking they'll start showing up within a couple of weeks. That's my best guess. But I, of course, have no control over that at all!
It's always such a treat to see the book in its actual form with all the chapter headings and curly-cues and stuff. They did some graphics on the back cover of the book this time, which I love. Anyhoo, we'll keep doing the ARC giveaway, but I'm thinking it won't be long now before you'll be able to get your own copy!
 Speaking of the ARC giveaway, the winner of our ARC for the week of April 27th was Bekie from Morgantown, West Virginia. Congrats, Bekie! Last week's winner is currently being notified. So now we start all over again.
If you want a chance to win an ARC (Advanced Reading Copy) of my May release, A Bride in the Bargain, then leave a comment here on my blog between now (May 4) and Sunday (May 10). We'll pick a new winner on Monday (May 11) and then go for another round. So, be sure to check in again and good luck!
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P.S. I'm over at Bustles and Spurs today (May 4). Go there to see pics of the annual Gist Crawfish Boil!
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by Deeanne on 05/04/2009
Comments: 37
Amee said...
It's so pretty! I can't wait to see it on store shelves. Please enter me for an early copy though! I don't like waiting! haha
5/4/2009
AP said...
I'm giddy with anticipation
5/4/2009
Leah Mast said...
Exciting! And I can't wait to get my copy!
5/4/2009
Sylvia M. said...
Oh, that book looks lovely! You must be so excited to see another one of your books in print.
5/4/2009
Dorothy said...
Here we go again...Congrats Bekie! Enjoy your ARC! Please enter me...enter me...enter me for the next ARC....
5/4/2009
Abby said...
Okay. There has gotta be a secret. Something I simply dont know. Is there a special password? A button you have to hit? A box you have to check? Im getting a bit sad now. I simply have no luck here! How many weeks have I been at this (counting last years contest too!)? Fervently praying that the ARC faries would smile upon me. Maybe they are not faries, but gnomes! And this is why they will not allow me to obtain an ARC! Or trolls!? Could they be trolls? I didnt think trolls things gave away. And especially not things that are as valueble as ARCs. Well, Dee (or really anyone who knows how to get in contact with them), I simply do not know, but I must hope for your favor and ask that you speak to these mythical creatures for me. Heres to hoping that oen of them will take pity on me!
5/4/2009
Beth said...
Hope to win the ARC this week!
5/4/2009
Mary said...
Enter me in!!! I hope I win!
5/4/2009
Leah said...
Honestly, I just can't *wait* to read this book, period ... regardless of whether I win the ARC. I don't remember the last time I was this excited about an upcoming release!!! I'm praying for speedy delivery ;)
5/4/2009
rebecca herman said...
please enter me for the ARC! and the finished book looks really pretty!
5/4/2009
deeanne said...
Thanks, girls! And, oh, Abby. I promise it's not a conspiracy! I just enter the dates, then click a little button that says "Pick contest winner"and up pops a name. It really and truly is completely random. But, don't be sad. The real deal will be out soon!
5/4/2009
Alissa said...
The book looks beautiful! I can't wait to read it!
5/5/2009
Joy said...
I'm waiting and waiting for it. Can't wait! Maybe I'll win the ARC this week!
5/5/2009
Abby said...
Thank you Dee, that is a comfort. :) Now I know your computer simply has something against me. hehe I'm super excited about it coming out and Barnes and Noble is always guarenteed to have it a couple weeks early!! :)
5/5/2009
Boots_Rockafella said...
ABBY...ABBY...ABBY...there are NOOOOO mythical creatures who bring you great gifts like an ARC of Mz Dee's new book. I know this cause I asked my special friend about it and Santa said you'll just have to hope and pray that the computer likes ya! CONGRATS Bekie...you must be living right for the Good Lord has shined on you this week...enjoy your ARC!!!
5/5/2009
Crystal said...
I cannot wait to get my hands on this book!! The hardest part for me is that I always read your books way too quickly as they are all so well written and I can't put them down ; ) I will start checking and hoping it shows up soon in Michigan. God Bless~
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5/5/2009
Abby said...
Wait....me and Santa are like best friends! Why didnt he tell me I should be hoping that computers like me? I feel a bit betrayed.
5/6/2009
Patricia said...
Please enter me for the ARC this week. Thanks.
5/6/2009
Amber said...
The cover looks great and I know that the story will be just as wonderful as the rest of Dee's books that I love! I would be happy to be added to the contest to win an early copy... thanks a bunch!
5/6/2009
Amee said...
Don't feel bad, Abby. I haven't won either. I just found Dee's books and blog this year, but still, it's not like there are 100+ entries each time. It's actually a pretty fair shot compared with some contests I enter on other blogs! Maybe that's why I'm able to keep up hope to possibly win eventually. ;)
5/6/2009
Dorothy Adams said...
Uh...did I hear computer and friend in the same sentence? I'll never win then! (I'm on one ALL DAY and my "friend" and I have had LOTS of conversations!) Lol! ;)
5/6/2009
Lindsey said...
Wow! That is so wonderful! I can't wait to get one! an they are so pretty! I hope they get into bookstores soon! could you please enter me again to win an ARC Thanks:)
5/6/2009
radiantShari said...
I'm soooooo excited! I can't wait to start reading my own copy! I have an empty Bride spot cause I lent our my favorite... A Bride Most Begrudging!
5/6/2009
Abby said...
haha Amee dont worry about me. :) Dee's computer hates me. But I think that was my fault since last year I lied about messing up the chat room. I think its been mad at me ever since. :p Even though Boots was really the one who messed it up ;)
5/6/2009
Sarah Love said...
Yay!!! I can't wait to read the book!!
5/6/2009
Amee said...
Lol, well I hope it decides to forgive you soon. ;)
5/6/2009
bekie said...
Okay, I am now stalking my mailman in anticipation of my ARC!
5/6/2009
Sahshas Mummy said...
Where is the Crawfish Boil? I went to the link and it was another blog and didn't give me an address.....
I'd love to win and ARC!
5/7/2009
Carman Boley said...
Congrats at getting another book out on the market! I'm sure this one will be a big hit too!
Please enter me for the ARC contest. Thanks!
5/7/2009
Emy said...
please enter me this week
5/7/2009
deeanne said...
It's there Sahsha's Mummy. Just scroll down and you'll see it!
5/7/2009
Paige said...
I am super excited for this book! Please enter me to win the ARC:)
5/8/2009
Boots_Rockafella said...
ABBY...ABBY...ABBY...confession is good for the soul...we ALL know that it was you who messed up the chatroom...and the computer has a memory like an elephant...if it was ME as you say who messed it up...why then did the puter pick me,not once,but TWO times? I think it is interesting that you claim to know Santa on a personal level...he doesn't usually hang around people who confess to messing up chatrooms and blaming it on his close personal friend. Why Santa and I have been buds since before you were born. I used to walk to his house, in the snow....uphill...both ways...LOL!!! I tell ya what ABBY...if Mz Dee picks my name again...you can have it. Santa would want me to be nice this year...don't want to be on the bad list.
5/8/2009
JOYE said...
This book sounds so good; the kind I like to read. I have added it to my summer reading list since I am always looking for different authors to read.
5/8/2009
Em said...
Oh I'm excited! I read the excerpt at bethanyhouse.com and it sounds like fun!
5/8/2009
Mary said...
I want to win one! :)
5/9/2009
Kelly said...
This book was absolutely amazing! I could not put it down... It was full of surprises, and I have to say, Mrs. Gist, you did a TERRIFIC job on this one! I've read all your books and have loved all of them. But this one... wow! It kept me on my toes until the last three pages... Unbelievable, everyone! It's a MUST.
6/9/2009
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