Time Slips Away

Ever had one of those days when it seems time slips by way too fast?

With summer well underway and our temperatures range from 90 to just above 100 degrees (F), it seems time is flying by at an alarming pace. I turn around and the week is gone and there is still so much to do. Before I know it, summer will be gone and winter will have arrived.

I bring this up because time slipped by and several giveaways are up. In addition, I have two new giveaways to announce.

First up let me announce the winners, next I’ll tell you about the new giveaways, and then we’ll talk again.

Winning Robert Ludlums’ THE BOURNE OBJECTIVE are Tabathia B. of North Carolina, Jemi at Just Jemi, and L. Diane at Spunk On A Stick.

Winning David Foster Wallace’s THE BROOM OF THE SYSTEM are Dawn M. of Oklahoma, Joyce S. of Texas, and Linda D. of Oklahoma.

Winning Tony Hsieh’s DELIVERING HAPPINESS are Eleanor H. of Pennsylvania, Thomas T. of Georgia, and Ron M. of Minnesota.

Winning Christopher Hitchens’ HITCH 22 are Pearl E. of New Mexico, Dawn M. of Oklahoma, and Heather J. of Florida.

Winning Jerry Weintraub’s WHEN I STOP TALKING, YOU’LL KNOW I’M DEAD are Linda D. of Oklahoma, Sharon B. of New Mexico, and Eleanor H. of Pennsylvania.

Winning Amanda Scott’s TEMPTED BY A WARRIOR are Theresa N. of South Carolina, Jen at Unedited, Theresa at Substitute Teacher’s Saga, Cecile at All I want and more..., and Vicki at Rambles & Randomness.

Winning Eileen Dreyer’s BARELY A LADY are Meredith M. of Florida, Sue A. of California, Mary S. of Texas, and Anita Y. of Georgia.

Congratulations to all the winners and a special thanks to everyone who entered the giveaways.

Now the new giveaways. First up is the audio I have to offer thanks to Anna and the folks at Hachette Audio Books. I have 3 unabridged
copies of  THE ISLAND (ISBN: 9781067882404) by Elin Hilderbrand and read by Denice Hicks.

Four women — a mother, her sister, two grown daughters — head to Tuckernuck for a retreat, hoping to escape their troubles. Intead, they find only drama, secrets, and life-changing revelations.
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To enter the contest, send me an e-mail (mcbookshelf@gmail.com). Your subject line should read, “Win The Island.” Your message should include your name and mailing address. The contest ends at 8 p.m. (EST) on Thursday, Aug. 5, and is open to residents of the U.S. and Canada only and no post office box addresses can be accepted. Just so you know, I don’t share the mailing information or use it for any other purpose.

The next giveaway is for the 384-page fiction paperback NEW

TRICKS (ISBN: 9780446505888) by David Rosenfelt. Thanks to Valerie and the folks at Hachette Book Group I have three copies to giveaway.

Attorney Andy Carpenter is about to represent an adorable Bernese mountain dog puppy, whose owner was brutally murdered, in a custody fight. Few can rival Andy's affection for dogs, and he's determined to keep Waggy from falling into the wrong hands. But this playful pup possesses a valuable secret that some people will resort to violence to obtain. It will take more than Andy's usual courtroom theatrics to save Waggy, including help from the lawyer's golden retriever, Tara. Andy soon discovers that everyone around him is in danger, including his longtime girlfriend, Laurie--and only some high-risk new tricks will save those he cherishes most.

To enter the contest, send me an e-mail (mcbookshelf@gmail.com). Your subject line should read, “Win New Tricks.” Your message should include your name and mailing address. The contest ends at 8 p.m. (EST) on Sunday, Aug. 8, and is open to residents of the U.S. and Canada only and no post office box addresses can be accepted. Just so you know, I don’t share the mailing information or use it for any other purpose.

Two more good books, be sure to enter. I hope to have another book review tomorrow and then a few more books to giveaway on Saturday. The month is winding down and I’m busy scheduling authors for August.

Just a couple of things I want to pass along, just in case you haven’t already heard about them. The ladies at Mystery Lovers’ Kitchen are having a week-long celebration for their one year blog anniversary. They’re giving away a daily prize, as well as a grand prize. Kathi at Kathi’s Writing Nook has a great contest going on to promote her upcoming release of THE STONE TRAVELER. Be sure to check it out.

Thanks for stopping by. Take time to enjoy a few minutes with a good book today, you’ll never know where it will take you.