Once upon a time, I wrote a whole bunch of romance novels. Then I found my true love, Chickens in the Road, and now I write this website. Back when I was writing romance novels, the publishers would give me copies of my books. I had 26 books published and boy did those extra copies stack up. I couldn’t give them away fast enough to keep up with them. Recently, I’ve been trying to complete my longterm mission to declutter. One of the last bastions of clutter is my attic. You could hardly walk in there to find the Christmas ornaments without tripping over a box or 15 of books.
I cleared them all out, getting rid of them locally, but at the same time, I saved some. First, I saved three copies of each title to leave one each to my children. There were two books where I only had two copies left. They will have to fight over who doesn’t get one. (Or not…..! I’m thinking not!)
At the same time, I also saved out 10 “grab bags” to give away. Sixty books total. Ten giveaways. Six (different) titles in each grab bag. I can’t tell you which six books you’ll get in any grab bag. They will be the six I put in your package. Once they’re gone, they’re gone, and the only copies of my books I will have left are the copies I’m saving for my kids, so this is it, the last romance novel giveaway I will ever hold!
I’m going to be holding these “grab bag” giveaways here on my House & Garden page for the next two weeks until they’re all gone and until I can tell you what is really going on at my house and garden.
For a chance to win: Leave a comment on this post and let me know you want it. One winner will be drawn by random comment number to receive a grab bag. Eligible entry cut-off is midnight Eastern (U.S.) time tonight (November 8). This post will be updated with the winner by 10 a.m. Eastern (U.S.) time tomorrow (November 9). Return to this post to claim your book if your name is drawn, and watch for more grab bags, multiple days in a row, until they’re gone.
And when they’re gone, they’re gone!
P.S. Want to know more about my books before you enter? You can find out all about my romance novels here.
Update 11/09/11: The winning comment number, drawn by random.org, is #99, pattyb. Email me at [email protected] with your full name and address for shipping!
THIS GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED TO ENTRY.
Aggiemom says:
:heart: :heart:
I would love to read your books. Please enter me in the drawing.
:sun: :sun: :sun: :sun:
On November 8, 2011 at 1:55 am
Darlene says:
Count me in!
DarleneP
On November 8, 2011 at 2:09 am
Minna says:
Count me in! :snoopy:
On November 8, 2011 at 3:08 am
jumpingcactus says:
Count me in too 😀
On November 8, 2011 at 3:18 am
ravenette says:
I want to enter!
On November 8, 2011 at 3:43 am
kpbarnett says:
I’d love to win some of your books! :happyflower:
Karen B.
On November 8, 2011 at 3:44 am
soraya says:
Please add me to the drawing.
On November 8, 2011 at 5:00 am
GinBerlin says:
I’d love to win a bag as well:-).
I am decluttering too, but I love to read my books and add more while I am getting rid of others. In fact, I am accumulating a box to go to others right now and am up to 38.
On November 8, 2011 at 5:14 am
Snapper119 says:
I’d love these! Thank you for the give-away(s).
On November 8, 2011 at 5:38 am
DebbieInMemphis says:
I’d LOVE to win copies of your books!! It would certainly make the next two weeks go by faster 🙂
Patience is a virtue, patience is a virtue, patience is a virtue, patience is a virtue, patience is a virtue, patience is a virtue…
On November 8, 2011 at 5:41 am
jayeluu says:
My mother is an avid romance novel reader; she can devour 2 or 3 a day. We would both love to read your novels – the second time for her.
On November 8, 2011 at 5:51 am
pensiero says:
Yay! Count me in!
On November 8, 2011 at 5:53 am
cabighorse says:
I lost two dear friends this year – Marie and her daughter in law, Edie. Both women were very passionate about every aspect of life, love and family. They had enough books in their homes to make a small town library drool. I would love to quietly preview the books, then donate them to the local library in their names.
On November 8, 2011 at 6:17 am
Erin F says:
I would love to read your books! Looking forward to hearing the big news, too.
On November 8, 2011 at 6:27 am
Julia says:
Please enter me! Thanks,
Julia
On November 8, 2011 at 6:38 am
kellytorrey says:
please count me in!
On November 8, 2011 at 6:39 am
bubbashome says:
Would love to win a grab bag of books
On November 8, 2011 at 6:54 am
laurie hamar says:
Sounds like a great opportunity for me…enter me please. Thanks.
On November 8, 2011 at 6:58 am
host says:
Count me in if the giveaway is international 🙂 I would love to read your books :sheep:
On November 8, 2011 at 7:02 am
mermonster says:
Count me in as well. Thank you. 🙂
On November 8, 2011 at 7:08 am
Butterbean says:
I would love to read your books! Count me in!
On November 8, 2011 at 7:09 am
GaPeach says:
I love to read and I like to be entered into the drawing. Thanks!
On November 8, 2011 at 7:10 am
Yankee in NC says:
I would love a chance for your books!
Count me In!
On November 8, 2011 at 7:12 am
Murphala says:
Yes! Count me in! Will they be autographed? :woof:
On November 8, 2011 at 7:13 am
Barbee says:
Yes, yes, yes, I have been wishing for some of your books!
On November 8, 2011 at 7:17 am
sam says:
I would certainly enjoy reading your books.
sam
On November 8, 2011 at 7:18 am
Kathy in FL says:
I always enjoy a good romance novel or 6. Enter my name in the drawing, please.
On November 8, 2011 at 7:30 am
Michele-lee says:
Winter is coming..your books would be very much appreciated!
On November 8, 2011 at 7:32 am
sew4magpie says:
:dancingmonster:
Me Me Me!!
On November 8, 2011 at 7:35 am
xlibbax says:
Ooooo! Ooooo! Pick me! pick me!
Please enter me into the drawing? THANKS! :cowsleep:
On November 8, 2011 at 7:36 am
Dorothy_S says:
:woof: I want it! Please pick me, I run through books too quickly and would love to read yours. :woof:
On November 8, 2011 at 7:42 am
luvsclassics says:
Ohhhh, I love to read especially novels, and I’m a homebody once winter sets in- snuggle on the couch with a cup of hot cocoa and a good book! Count me in!
On November 8, 2011 at 7:44 am
kelly jo kirby says:
Please enter me in this. I read all the time, mostly cookbooks or the Cat Who series and Mrs Murphy mysteries because I just love cats. I would be interested in knowing what romance is.
On November 8, 2011 at 7:45 am
cat3466 says:
Would love some of your books to read!
On November 8, 2011 at 7:46 am
WV Sue says:
I am an avid reader so of course these books would look great on my shelves!
On November 8, 2011 at 7:46 am
tsmith says:
Count me in. I love to read!
On November 8, 2011 at 7:47 am
Miss Nellie says:
Hey, include me in the giveaway. I love to read.
On November 8, 2011 at 7:47 am
doxie says:
I’d love to read your books, I love a good romance! 🙂
On November 8, 2011 at 7:48 am
Lindsay says:
Count me in as well! :fairy:
On November 8, 2011 at 7:53 am
AsTheNight says:
Once upon a time, I used to read romance novels. Oh heck, I still do from time to time. Thanks for the chance to win yours!
On November 8, 2011 at 7:55 am
cannedquilter says:
Would love a chance please : )
On November 8, 2011 at 7:55 am
dfpanter says:
Please toss my name in the proverbial hat! 🙂
On November 8, 2011 at 7:57 am
mommy2jj says:
count me in too!!!!
On November 8, 2011 at 7:57 am
mammaleigh says:
I would love them, read them, then pass them on to my sisters who are huge romance readers like me! So that I a count me in too!!
On November 8, 2011 at 8:01 am
heidiannie says:
I’ve been picking your books on Amazon! :snoopy:
Would love to win a grab bag!
On November 8, 2011 at 8:04 am
mygirls01 says:
Count me in! I need some new books to read! 🙂
On November 8, 2011 at 8:09 am
Auntie Linda says:
I’d love to read more of your books. I have “Secrets Rising” and High-Stakes Homecoming” on my Kindle, and really enjoyed them! Please enter me.
On November 8, 2011 at 8:11 am
Leah says:
I need a bag of your books,thanks for the chance to win Suzanne!
On November 8, 2011 at 8:17 am
atlantamom says:
I’d love to get your books! :butterfly:
On November 8, 2011 at 8:25 am
lberry says:
:sheepjump: I read daily and library is running out! lol please enter me! :sheep:
On November 8, 2011 at 8:26 am
hollygee says:
More books! I’d love to read them. thanks.
On November 8, 2011 at 8:45 am
WVgal4ever says:
:snoopy: Yes! Would love to win! :happyfeet:
On November 8, 2011 at 8:53 am
LisaAJB says:
Enter me please!
On November 8, 2011 at 8:54 am
luvsclassics says:
Happy Autumn, :wave: :sheepjump: Why did I not see all these fun “Emoticons” :shimmy: :woof: !!!!! LOL. Can you tell me how I can add this “widget” , I have basic WordPress.
On November 8, 2011 at 8:55 am
suziQ says:
I would love to have some of your books! :shimmy:
On November 8, 2011 at 8:58 am
Abiga says:
Count me in too! Oh how I want to know what is going on, oh well have to wait. :hissyfit:
On November 8, 2011 at 8:58 am
Cheryl LeMay says:
I would love a chance to win one!I have never read one of your books,sorry to say.But I’d love to.
On November 8, 2011 at 9:00 am
azladychef says:
I’d love to enter!
If your books are written in any similar way to your blog, I KNOW I will enjoy them. Still thinking of you every day and wishing you the best in whatever it is you’re facing right now. Hugs!
On November 8, 2011 at 9:04 am
dgkritch says:
Yes, please!
I’d love a bag of books for these winter months!
On November 8, 2011 at 9:06 am
MelW says:
I’d love to read your books.
On November 8, 2011 at 9:09 am
Valleyroots says:
I’d like some new books to read!
On November 8, 2011 at 9:10 am
seashore says:
I would love to have your books. Am a recent retiree and have been reading A LOT! Recent follower of your blog; have learned so much. Can’t wait for you to share your news with us.
Pam
On November 8, 2011 at 9:11 am
Carmi says:
I would love to win your books by the fire this winter. I have a long vacation scheduled.
On November 8, 2011 at 9:14 am
twoturkey says:
:snoopy: Oh Suzanne…you couldn’t have offered a better give-a-way as I love to read. If I win I’ll put them with my winter stash I am gathering. Count me in!
Mrs. Turkey
On November 8, 2011 at 9:16 am
Linda May says:
Please enter me in your Grab Bag give away…..can’t find your books in the local library……yikes!!
Enjoy
On November 8, 2011 at 9:19 am
quietstorm says:
Please enter my name in the hat! I’m going need some reading material up here in New England if this crazy weather keeps up! :shocked:
On November 8, 2011 at 9:25 am
Faith says:
I’d love to win a grab bag! Very exciting about your decluttering also, I have a few areas of living space the badly need it right now.
On November 8, 2011 at 9:32 am
gerryvoland says:
Oh, please! I would love to have your books!
On November 8, 2011 at 9:37 am
IowaCowgirl says:
I would be honored to have your books!
On November 8, 2011 at 9:42 am
Julieanna says:
WhooooHooo :shimmy: Another great give-away :snoopy: Count me in!! :ladybug:
On November 8, 2011 at 9:46 am
Ramona Slocum says:
Please enter me in your drawing for the books you wrote. I would love to get them. Especially if you would sign them.
MN Mona
On November 8, 2011 at 9:55 am
lynff2000 says:
Count me in please. Reading one of your books lead me to this blog…..talent with a pen.
On November 8, 2011 at 10:06 am
brookdale says:
Would LOVE to win some of your books! I’ve never read any of them (shame on me) but will have lots of time to read this winter.
On November 8, 2011 at 10:08 am
Shelly says:
Would love to read your books!!!!
On November 8, 2011 at 10:12 am
HomesteadJen says:
Count me in, too!
On November 8, 2011 at 10:12 am
aidenwsmom says:
Ooooh, I would love the books. 🙂
On November 8, 2011 at 10:14 am
gingergoat says:
Yes, please, for the books.
On November 8, 2011 at 10:17 am
denisestone says:
enter me.
On November 8, 2011 at 10:22 am
cabynfevr says:
I read one of your books on my NOOK…I loved it! Count me in!!
On November 8, 2011 at 10:25 am
CrystalGB says:
I would love to have some of your books. Thanks for the giveaway.
On November 8, 2011 at 10:36 am
marymac says:
Please count me in!!
On November 8, 2011 at 10:43 am
Andrea.tat says:
Boooooks! I need more books! I would love to read yours! Count me in 🙂
On November 8, 2011 at 10:44 am
amysoup says:
Oh, enter me please!
On November 8, 2011 at 10:52 am
rebinva says:
Please enter me in the book giveaway!
On November 8, 2011 at 10:59 am
HickChickBritt says:
I would love some new books! 😀
On November 8, 2011 at 11:07 am
beforethedawn says:
I want it!! :snoopy:
On November 8, 2011 at 11:08 am
mammo7 says:
I would love to have some of your books. Have subscribed to your blog for a long time and it’s definitely one of my favorites.
On November 8, 2011 at 11:09 am
oneoldgoat says:
I would love to read your books!
Beth aka oneoldgoat
On November 8, 2011 at 11:15 am
Momcat says:
Yes, Please!
Diane Edwards
On November 8, 2011 at 11:29 am
mintamichelle says:
I would love to win!!! :happyflower:
On November 8, 2011 at 11:33 am
sometimesOctavia says:
My mama would sigh with heartache and linger over these again and again! Perfect Christmas gift…. 😀
On November 8, 2011 at 11:42 am
Virginia Farmgirl says:
Count me in!!!
On November 8, 2011 at 11:44 am
jmac says:
Yep, me too!!! I am so excited to hear about this new adventure, please, oh please let it be what I hope it might be!
On November 8, 2011 at 11:46 am
BeckyW says:
count me in for the drawing…I would love to gift some of these to my romance novel readers here in the office…they are addicts!!!!!
On November 8, 2011 at 11:52 am
kcu says:
I would love to win your book grab bag! Count me in too, Thanks
On November 8, 2011 at 11:59 am
mafong says:
It’s going to be a long cold winter so I would love to have your books to read.
On November 8, 2011 at 12:06 pm
foofeee says:
Me please! I would love a grab bag of your books!
On November 8, 2011 at 12:24 pm
Bonnie S. says:
I will read them all if I win!
On November 8, 2011 at 12:41 pm
pattyb says:
Could I be entered in your grab bag of books giveway?
Thank you very much,
pattyb
On November 8, 2011 at 12:45 pm
Gwen says:
I would have loved to enter, but considering i live all the way in the netherlands, it is probably easier to make it a us winner, thanks anyway, i think you wright amazing blogs and love to read it almost every day …… hugs
On November 8, 2011 at 12:56 pm
hampgirl says:
I’d like to be entered in the giveaway. Thank you =)
On November 8, 2011 at 12:56 pm
cheena says:
Please enter me for a chance to win. And, please, pick me. :hissyfit:
Thank you!
And just because I love it so: :dancingmonster:
On November 8, 2011 at 1:01 pm
nld1959 says:
I would LOVE to win the books!
On November 8, 2011 at 1:15 pm
airemom says:
Here comes winter, nothing better that a romance novel by the fire!
Please sign me up :pawprint:
On November 8, 2011 at 1:27 pm
stacylee says:
Suzanne, it’s my birthday it’s not fair if I don’t win!!!! I would love to read your books!
On November 8, 2011 at 1:29 pm
Blyss says:
I would love to add your books to my library!
On November 8, 2011 at 1:31 pm
Janet says:
I would love to have one! I have actually bought a couple on my kindle and enjoyed them completely!
On November 8, 2011 at 1:36 pm
rustinsmommy says:
Please enter me into the drawing! :woof:
On November 8, 2011 at 1:44 pm
Claudia W says:
I would be honored to have a grab bag of your books! Please, count me in. Thank you!
On November 8, 2011 at 1:53 pm
jeninid says:
Oh!! :snoopy: I’ve been searching for your books to send to my elderly mom! She loves romance novels and I know she’d love your writing. Please enter me in the drawing!
On November 8, 2011 at 2:02 pm
Privileged says:
Oh please, please, please pick me!!!! :woof:
On November 8, 2011 at 2:05 pm
farmgirl722 says:
I’d love to have a grab bag of your books to get me through the winter!
On November 8, 2011 at 2:07 pm
jeepdriver says:
What a great giveaway! Winter is coming. Reading material is always welcome. Sign me up. Susan
On November 8, 2011 at 2:10 pm
cartertl says:
I would love to be entered in the drawing! I am always looking for something new to read. :chicken:
On November 8, 2011 at 2:23 pm
grammyscraps says:
Oh My…I feel like such a dummy…I love Romance Novels..certain ones anyhow. And I know I have read some of yours…I just never made the connection. Would love to win a bag…thanks.
Your blog is one of the first things I read Every morning.
On November 8, 2011 at 2:29 pm
netakaye says:
I adore romance novels please add me to the drawing.Fall and winter are great times to snuggle in with a book.
On November 8, 2011 at 2:33 pm
mrsdmahogany says:
Now wouldn’t that be a lovely gift to receive! Please count me in!!
Dianna
On November 8, 2011 at 2:36 pm
Candace in Maine says:
Yes! Love the books! Sign me up, please. Thanks.
On November 8, 2011 at 2:37 pm
mommy6_1 says:
Love a good read. Count me in please. TY
On November 8, 2011 at 2:50 pm
Dottie says:
I would LOVE to read your books. I discovered Chickens in the Road about two months ago and I am fascinated. The helpful hints and information is wonderful. I really enjoy the posts, the comments, and all the laughs. I find myself wondering what that Glory Bee will get into next and wishing I could feed Clover a couple of cookies. Give them all hugs and cookies and please enter me in the drawing.
Dottie
On November 8, 2011 at 3:06 pm
cindyinohio says:
Books…hmmmm I think I remember how to read them but it has been a long while since I’ve had time. Winter is coming and I’d love to read your books.
On November 8, 2011 at 3:12 pm
MousE says:
please count me in, Suzanne, and I do hope all is well with you and yours! :wave:
On November 8, 2011 at 3:14 pm
TW says:
After following your blog for a long time, it would be fun to read some of your books and see how differently you come across in your novels. So count me in!
(hard to imagine your writings without a goat and some cookies showing up now and then)
THANKS!
On November 8, 2011 at 3:40 pm
Estella says:
Would love to win some of your books!
On November 8, 2011 at 3:49 pm
smreynold says:
Please count me in! I enjoy your blog so much that I think I would love your books! I look forward each day to hearing about your wonderful farm animals and their adventures!
On November 8, 2011 at 4:00 pm
Jennifer S says:
I would love to win your books! Enter me please!
On November 8, 2011 at 4:01 pm
catslady says:
Oh definitely enter me. I have read some of your books but I’d love to win more, especially some of your older ones!!
On November 8, 2011 at 4:39 pm
yvonnem says:
Me too!
On November 8, 2011 at 4:54 pm
joykenn says:
Love romance. Count me in.
On November 8, 2011 at 5:03 pm
debbie fowler says:
Please count me in too. :wave: My Mother and I are big fans of yours and we would love to read your books! :shimmy:
On November 8, 2011 at 5:04 pm
beneathhiswings says:
I would love to win your books!
On November 8, 2011 at 5:52 pm
JerseyMom says:
Enter me too, please. Winter is coming and long dark evenings….I need reading material!
On November 8, 2011 at 5:59 pm
aprilejoi says:
OOh yes please ! I want it!
On November 8, 2011 at 6:06 pm
lattelady says:
I would love a box of books. Please sign one if I win. Thank you.
On November 8, 2011 at 6:14 pm
mommafox says:
These books should come in handy when we are snowed in. Hope the “wooly worm” theory doesn’t come true!!!
On November 8, 2011 at 6:36 pm
Herbgirl79 says:
I have been searching high and low for at least 1 of your books….a grab bag would be *WONDERFUL*!!
On November 8, 2011 at 6:54 pm
wickedgoodshari says:
Please enter me in the drawing. :wave:
On November 8, 2011 at 8:35 pm
denny144 says:
I would love to win a grab bag of your books!
On November 8, 2011 at 8:54 pm
Elizabeth chicken lover says:
Pritty Pritty Please Pick Me!!! i LOVE to read!Let me enter please!
On November 8, 2011 at 8:58 pm
Gem says:
Pick ME!
On November 8, 2011 at 8:59 pm
Turtle Mom says:
I would love to win your books! Thank you for such a wonderful offer.
On November 8, 2011 at 9:02 pm
rachelbusygrl says:
What a fun giveaway! Count me in for the drawing!
On November 8, 2011 at 10:05 pm
cricketjett says:
Please include me!!!
On November 8, 2011 at 10:08 pm
pamplemousse says:
You are super sneaky… I can’t wait to know what’s happening! P.S. I would love to be entered into the grab-bag. 😀
On November 8, 2011 at 11:04 pm
MissyinWV says:
Please include me! I barely made it..lol I am reading your blog late today! Thanks!
On November 8, 2011 at 11:42 pm
rainn says:
:snoopy: :snoopy: Please count me in!!!! :snoopy: -Rain
On November 8, 2011 at 11:52 pm
Suzanne McMinn says:
Update 11/09/11: The winning comment number, drawn by random.org, is #99, pattyb.
THIS GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED TO ENTRY. (See book grab bag #2!)
On November 9, 2011 at 7:13 am
cannedquilter says:
Please remember me I can always use a good read : )
On November 9, 2011 at 7:28 am
Suego26 says:
I need some romance in my life…..please send books. :snoopy:
On November 9, 2011 at 10:23 am