November 2013 | Miki's Hope

$30 Amazon GC-WW-Taming Jenna-Charlene Raddon-Ends 12/15

Friday, November 29, 2013






ONE LUCKY WINNER WILL WIN A
$30 AMAZON GIFTCARD
Courtesy of Charlene Raddon, author of Taming Jenna
Open Worldwide
Ending on Sunday 15th December at 11.59pm EST


My Review Can be Found Here



NEW RELEASE .........

THE WRONG MAN

Deserted by her father at the tender age of seven, Jenna Leigh-Whittington had taught herself to ride, shoot, brawl…and steer clear of the opposite sex. But now, in a lonely Utah canyon, the Pinkerton agent has drawn her gun on a rugged stranger—only to discover that, far from the dangerous outlaw she’d been tracking, he is Branch McCauley, hired gun…and the most irresistible rascal ever to tempt and torment a woman!

THE RIGHT WOMAN

If there’s one thing McCauley trusts less than a female, it’s a female who packs a six-gun. But what a woman! Vowing to bring the sensuous hellcat to heel, McCauley has no inkling that their passionate battle of wills has just begun. Taming Jenna will be the most seductive—and satisfying—job he’s ever taken on.


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Wednesday, November 27, 2013



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3 Boxes of Voila! Hallah-All Natural Egg Bread Mix-Tribes-a-Dozen-US-Ends 12/18



Mission Statement (from the site)

Tribes-A-Dozen offers a diverse line of
high-quality, natural baking mixes so that even our busiest follower could create bread with the taste, aroma, and quality expected of a bread made from scratch.

WE SEE bread-baking as an expression of life's simplest joys, which Tribes-A-Dozen aims to spread by rekindling the tradition of baking bread at home.

WE BELIEVE that we nourish and share our humanity through the baking and breaking of bread and that no one would go hungry if every person mastered the basics of bread-baking.

WE RESOLVE to forge connections to all people and to the earth that are as straightforward and as warm as a freshly-baked loaf of bread.



I love bread--Wheat, Rye, Pumpernickle and Challah! So when Tribes-a-Dozen asked me to try their All Natural Egg Bread mixes, which use only natural ingredients, are Kosher and a whole lot more-I said to myself--why not. Now remember-I am in no form or shape a baker nor am I all that good at following directions and they do give some great tips on the site as well as recipes; but when I received 3 boxes 1 each of their varieties I figured I'd try. Of course my Mom made me read the directions to her over the phone and when I mentioned that I would buy a small carton of egg yolks and one of egg whites (I can not separate an egg to save my life) and some regular vegetable oil she said never mind I will separate the egg for you and give you some oil-which she did when I went to meet her yesterday. On the site it said that I could use a bowl and wooden spoon to mix everything together. Okay, no problem since I do not have a electric mixer of any kind. So this morning I took out my big bowl and wooden spoon and got to work--uh-you really will have an easier time of it with an electric mixer or bread kneader--I ended up using my hands! THEN-remember I told you I am no good at directions-I realized that I needed a rolling pin--nope-don't have that. so I gallantly formed about 4 balls let them sit to rise put them in the oven. They don't look too pretty--but they sure do taste delicious! Thankfully I do not have a camera for pictures!! I think I will make the next two boxes AT my Mom's apartment where there is everything but the mixer.


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10 Doggie Swagbags (US)-15 Audio Books (WW)-3rd Dog-Ma the Zen of Slobber Giveaway-Ends 12/12

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

 SPONSORED DOGTASTIC GIVEAWAY !!
10 WINNERS !!
EACH WILL RECEIVE...
A DOGGIE SWAG BAG WORTH $150
PLUS
A DOG-MA AUDIOBOOK GIFT CODE FOR DOWNLOAD
for US entrants

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15 more winners will receive the Dog-Ma audiobook gift code to download aswell!!
to all worldwide entrants



Plus the 'very first winner' will also win a really cute dog outfit (US only)

Ending on Thursday 12th December at 11.59pm EST

So what's inside the swag bags?

Dog-Ma Audiobook gift code for one download from ACX rrp $18

Barbara's vivid and dramatic stories, told with a wicked sense of humor, will make you laugh out loud. She definitely gets what living with rescued dogs (nine of them!) is all about.



When Barbara meets her future husband, Ray, it is love-and dog-at first sight. Over the course of thirty-two years, seventeen relocations and nine dogs, their mutual love of dogs guides them on their unconventional path. The love that Barbara and Ray get in return is literally lifesaving, with one dog attacking a lethal intruder and another discovering Barbara’s cancer. Her own survival story underscores the story of how her dogs become survivors themselves. 

Each new dog adds its own dynamic to the family, sometimes upending it. From Turbo (whose Spock-like ears may have provided super powers), Barbara learns about the will to live; Lexington demonstrates incredible patience and an inexplicable love of golf; Madison teaches that laughter is truly the best medicine and that the whole “nine lives thing” is not reserved just for cats; Morgan should be sainted for tolerating Izzy, who is as cute as she is bad. Barbara is certain that somewhere in doggie heaven there is a poster that says “If you are sick, injured or in need of really expensive medical care, FIND THESE HUMANS!”
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Purotic® is a non-irritating wash designed by veterinary and health care professionals to breakup wax and prevent ear infections. Made with a pharmaceutical grade emulsifier and combined with all natural ingredients, PurOtic instantly eliminates odor. PurOtic is the first ear cleaner for home use that comes with an soft ear applicator for quick and precise delivery; A must for pets that resist ear cleaning.

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Paw or Bone Keyring
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High quality naturally shed moose and elk antler chews
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E-Book Review/GA -3-Where Petals Fall-Melissa Foster-Ends 12/15



Melissa Foster really out did herself in this poignant book about the unraveling of a family because of past occurrences. Junie Olson had a best friend when she was a young girl-that friend disappeared and Junie remembers nothing. She ultimately marries her friend's brother and they have a little girl who is perfectly normal in every way. Life is good. THEN-out of seemingly nowhere her little girl starts to regress and no longer speaks. Junie's father dies. Junie herself is beginning to remember or wanting to know what happened to her friend-her husband is not being all that cooperative or understanding. They do separate for a while and Junie and her daughter move in with Junie's Mom which happens to be very near where her husbands father still lives.
It is not until the pictures the little girl draws are finally recognized that the truth will be revealed--it will shock and sadden you. There is a somewhat happy ending--and possibly a continuance of this book. I definitely recommend this book to everyone and give it without reservation a 5 Star.




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On the surface Junie Olson’s life looks idyllic, from her handsome husband and beautiful daughter to her successful business, the bakery she'd always dreamed of opening. But in the past few months her world has slowly unraveled. Her precocious child is withdrawing, showing unexplainable signs of emotional regression, a condition that frays the bonds of Junie’s once impenetrable marriage. When her father dies suddenly of a heart attack, Junie packs up her daughter and goes home to help her mother. Her homecoming stirs up memories of the nightmare she thought she had put behind her, the disappearance of her childhood friend, Ellen. Haunted by recurring memories of what happened on that fateful day, Junie must gather the courage to revisit her past and untangle the secrets surrounding her missing friend, and the trauma that has caused her little girl to climb back into herself. As the pieces come together on the event that shook her small town, and at the risk of losing everyone she loves, Junie will question everything she thought she could rely on and everyone she thought she knew.


WHERE PETALS FALL is a gripping and emotional novel with an undercurrent of suspense, featuring a determined mother whose world slowly comes apart around her. Readers will root for Junie as they follow her transition into an indomitable heroine who must reconcile what she discovers about her husband and family’s tragic past, and find a way to put the pieces of her family back together and carry on.


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About the Author

Melissa Foster is the award-winning author of a number of International bestselling novels. Her books have been recommended by USA Today's book blog, Hagerstown Magazine, The Patriot, and several other print venues. She is the founder of the Women's Nest, a social and support community for women, the World Literary Cafe. When she's not writing, Melissa helps authors navigate the publishing industry through her author training programs on Fostering Success.

Melissa hosts an annual Aspiring Authors contest for children, she's written for Calgary's Child Magazine and Women Business Owners Magazine, and has painted and donated several murals to The Hospital for Sick Children in Washington, DC. Melissa's interests include her family, reading, writing, painting, friends, helping others see the positive side of life, and visiting Cape Cod.


Melissa is available to chat with book clubs and welcomes
comments and emails from her readers. Visit Melissa on The Women's Nest
or her personal website.

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I received this book to review through Beck Valley Books Book Tours, all the opinions above are 100% my own.



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Pampered Chef Holiday Gift Guide Giveaway-3 Winners-Ends 12/9

Monday, November 25, 2013

I have always loved the Pampered Chef Site. Their products are amazing, anything a chef, baker or even someone like me who is not all that good in the kitchen could want. They have a Caramel sauce that is smooth and creamy. the Chocolate Raspberry Sauce is an all time favorite of mine and of course they have all different combinations of spices. All of their kitchen essentials are of the highest quality. There have been times when I have put together a great gift from a couple of the items to give to friends.

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Holiday Gift Guide Info -

Item - Pampered Chef - Cooking and baking made simple
Company - Pampered Chef with Jennifer
Website - new.pamperedchef.com/pws/jenniferbargiel
Perfect gift for - Everyone that cooks, bakes, grills, etc...

Have you heard of Pampered Chef? Well, it is an amazing company that pretty much 'pampers' the chef. Offering everything a chef could need from cookware to gadgets, spices to bakeware, and even stoneware and tools for grilling.

Independent Pampered Chef Consultant Jennifer has been with Pampered Chef since 2007 and loves helping people shop, bake, cook, and even make money! Adventures of 8 has worked with Jennifer for years and says that Jennifer is the perfect Consultant, always available to answer questions, give advice, and help in any way she can.

Here is what you can find for everyone on your holiday list at Pampered Chef!

For the BBQ Master, Pampered Chef offers top-notch BBQ gear, such as a BBQ Turner that features a beveled front edge, serrated side edge, piercing corner and bottle opener.

Pampered Chef Gift For Him

For the Baker in your family, check out The Pampered Chef Bakers Favorite Bundle! The set includes Set includes Reversible Silicone Baking Mat, Cookie Sheet, Small Stainless Steel Scoop and Mini Nylon Serving Spatula.

Pampered Chef Gift For the baker

For the Mom, I would suggest checking out the Snowmen Tableware Bundle that includes Snowmen Dots Divided Platter, Holiday Dots Square Bowl, Snowmen Round Appetizer Plates (set of 4)!
Pampered Chef Gift for the Mom

For the hostess, check out the Start the Party Bundle that comes with a Bamboo Appetizer Platter, Bamboo Small Snack Bowls (set of 2), and Green and Red Small Bamboo Snowflake Spoons.

Pampered Chef Gift for the Hostess

BUT, don't forget yourself this Holiday Season... and what might be the best gift for yourself? How about the chance to bring in some extra income and goodies?


Whatever frosts your cake…the focus is on YOU!

Need a little extra cash to use on fun stuff that always seems to get back-burnered? Simply looking to supplement your household income? More career-minded with ambition to grow a full-time business?

Any way you slice it, there’s an opportunity— for YOU.

It’s your call. CLICK HERE to learn more...

Oh and if you have a LONG wish list, you may want to speak to Jennifer about hosting an online or in-home party to earn FREE items... CLICK HERE to fill out a form for more information.

Holiday Gift Guide Giveaway!

Giveaway

THREE WINNERS -

1st Prize will win a $75.00 Gift Certificate to shop at Pampered Chef with Jennifer

2nd Prize will win a $50.00 Gift Certificate to shop at Pampered Chef with Jennifer

3rd Prize will win a $25 Gift Certificate to shop at Pampered Chef with Jennifer

Giveaway Details -


  • This giveaway will run from November 25th- December 9th
  • All entries must be in the entry form and will be verified
  • Opened to US Residents 18 years and older
  • Full disclosures can be found in the entry form

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LOVE THIS Item??? Be sure to visit the rest of Adventures of 8's 2013 Holiday Gift Guide!

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*Disclosure - Miki's Hope is participating and promoting in this giveaway in return for an entry on the entry form. All views and opinions are honest and our own! Winner will be chosen via Random.org, emailed by Adventures of 8 and all orders will have to be placed directly through Jennifer! Orders not placed on time will not be guaranteed by Christmas Delivery.






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Book Review - The Hitchhiker - Audra Middleton




Admittedly when I first heard, then saw the title of this book I thought it was going to be something very different from what it actually is. When I hear the word Hitchhiker I immediately think of someone with their thumb in the air trying to catch a ride--I couldn't have been more wrong. Ainsley Benton's blood can hitchhike in another persons body allowing her to know exactly what is going on in that persons head, feel all they are feeling for a short period of time. As you can well imagine she tries to hide this but the FBI figures out her secret and convinces her to join a group comprised of really weird characters with some even weirder abilities. This is a roller coaster type ride which will take you from shaking your head to praying that this isn't at all true! I can't say too much more or I will give away the whole book--Did I enjoy this book? Yes, I most certainly did and think you will as well.

If you would like to read a couple of chapters of this book then click here--it will take you to Amazon


About the Book:



There is a $50 Amazon GC Giveaway going on right now until 12/9-you can find it on my site here. This book is being promoted by CM Book Tours.

Supernatural abilities haunt her. Brainiac students taunt her. The FBI “Freak Squad” wants her. Will she abandon her extra sensory talents in favor of freedom, or will she hone them to help catch crooks?

Former army brat, Ainsley Benton, may have finally found her place in this world, and it’s among the freaks. This small town art teacher has the ability to see, hear, and feel what other people are experiencing, and now the FBI’s freak squad wants to use her “human bug” abilities to catch bad guys. Despite her fear of commitment, failure, and responsibility, Ainsley temporarily agrees to join this team of misfits, and ends up risking her life to investigate a conspiracy that may only be one of her schizophrenic coworker’s paranoid delusions.

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About the Author:



Audra's love of writing began in the third grade, when she was chosen to go to a young author’s conference based on her story, "The Dragon Cookie,” which is about a giant cookie that comes to life. She continued writing, and was sometimes asked to write stories for friends as birthday gifts.

Audra went to college thinking she would go into journalism, but opted to go into publishing instead, and even took an internship at Yale University Press. She married right after college and was unable to find a publishing job where they were living in Seattle. Audra took an office job. After helping put her husband through law school, she went back to school and got her teaching degree. Audra enjoyed teaching, but once her oldest was born, she chose to stay home. At the encouragement of friends she started writing again, the result being her first novel, Watcher, which was released in January of 2013.

Audra and her husband now live in a small town in Eastern Washington with their three boys. They also have a black Lab named Benji who eats shoes, gophers and packages left on her front porch (thanks Fed-Ex). She recently went back to work as a Kindergarten teacher, but she still writes, dabbles in on-line shopping and plays Texas Hold ‘Em with her friends as often she can.


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Hitchhiker Tour Schedule by Audra Middleton
Schedule

11/25- http://www.mikishope.com - Book Review
11/26- http://StressedRach.co.uk - Book Review
11/27- http://www.fictiondreams.com - Author Interview
11/28- http://beingtillysmummy.blogspot.co.uk/ - Book Review
11/29- http://tyrneathem.com/ - Book Review
11/30- http://mytangledskeinsbookreviews.blogspot.com - Book Review
12/1- http://pinkmamasplace.com - Book Review
12/2- http://sparkling4books.blogspot.com - Book Review
12/3- http://curseofthebibliophile.blogspot.in/ Book Review & Author Interview
12/4- http://ashabutterflys.com - Book Review
12/5- http://all-things-books.blogspot.com - Author Interview
12/6- http://jandcswallow.blogspot.com - Book Review
12/7- http://bookcrazyreviews.com - Book Review
12/8- http://www.singlemommywarrior.com - Book Review & Author Interview





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Denise Richards 1.7 Oz Eau de Parfum Spray GA -5 Winners - Ends 12/9

To Celebrate the release of the Denise Richards Fragrance
5 Lucky Winners will each receive their own Parfum Spray


Sensations of warmth and vitality draw you into a top of hydrating coconut water, sun-soaked plumeria and sensual ylang-ylang. 

Volumptuous bouquet blooms at the heart with lush gardenia, enthraling jasmine sambac, tropical tiare and breathtaking white lily. 

A delicate back of warm musk, creamy vanilla and soft violet wood envelops the fragrence in lasting comfort. 

5 Lucky Winners will each receive the Denise Richards 1.7 Oz Eau de Parfum Spray
Courtesy of Parfumologie and brought to you by Beck Valley Books
Open to US residents
Ending on Monday 9th December at 11.59pm EST

From Bond girl to best-selling author, to mother of three daughters, Denise Richards has captivated the world with her charming personality and stunning beauty.  But beyond the glamorous Hollywood persona lies a modern, independent and real person whom women from all walks of life can relate to.



In addition to motherhood, an actng career, animal activism and her substantial social media following, Denise has always had a passion for style and beauty. So it was no surprise that she reveled in the opportunity to create her signature scent.



The Denise Richards Eau de Parfum is a sexy, beachy white floral bouquet. White flowers have the most voluptuous and sensual floral aromas.  Denise’s scent
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$25 Amazon GC-Book Blast-Not My Mother's Son-R.K. Avery-Ends 12/20


Pump Up Your Book is proud to announce R.K. Avery’s psychological thriller/mystery, Not My Mother’s Son Book Blast November 25 – December 20! R.K. will be giving away a $25 Amazon Gift Card AND an autographed copy of her book. To enter, fill out the Rafflecopter form below. To see a list of participating bloggers click here.


About the Book: (from Amazon)

Devious. Conniving. Deceitful. Insidious. David Miller thought he knew his mother. He thought kidnapping three children was the most appalling and horrendous thing any human being could do and she couldn’t possibly do anything more monstrous. He thought there was nothing else she could do or say that would surprise him. How wrong he was.

After Beatrice Miller, David’s serial-kidnapping mother, is sentenced to thirty years, David moves to Phoenix, Arizona; and with the help of a trust fund and an old friend, he starts the “Never Give Up” foundation, an organization dedicated to finding and returning exploited and missing children safely to their families. With all the wicked things his mother had done, David feels it is his unspoken duty to do something worthwhile.

Hesitant at first, but after reading his mother’s journal, David is determined to mend their dysfunctional relationship. Every time David visits Bea in prison, she seems deranged, insisting that people are trying to kill her. She ends each brief encounter with the chilling statement, “Remember David, things aren’t always what they seem.”

As word about the foundation spreads, the services of “Never Give Up” are requested time-and-time-again to help where other agencies have failed. That is, until the police come knocking on David’s door and arrest him, taking him back to Bunting Valley, North Dakota, for the murder of a newborn baby boy.
Forced to shut down “Never Give Up”, David is amazed at how quickly the entire world turns their backs on him. The trial begins and his mother’s testimony is the only thing that can save him. Telling the truth is as foreign to Beatrice Miller as giving up drugs is to an addict. As everyone in the courtroom holds their breath, you will, too. Remember, things aren’t always what they seem.

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This book can be purchased at Amazon and wherever fine books are sold About the author: (from Pumpupyourbook)
As a recent graduate of the Institute of Children’s Literature, R. K. Avery has written numerous, unpublished, children’s picture books, but her true passion is writing adult fiction. “Having the ability to make people laugh or cry, just by using the written language, is a gift so powerful and I hope, one day, my name will be among those who possess it” ~ R.K. Avery After Be Careful What You Wish For achieved near-instant eBook best-seller success even before its print release, Avery had re-signed with Brighton Publishing LLC for her second novel, Not My Mother’s Son. Sure to send chills down readers’ spines, Avery’s brilliant new thriller is now available for sale in both e-Book and paperback wherever fine books are sold. R. K. Avery lives in Northeast Ohio with her husband, two kids, and four dogs. She often jokes instead of sign that says, “Don’t let the dogs out” she has a sign that says “Don’t let any more dogs in”. Visit her website Twitter @RKAvery1 Goodreads a Rafflecopter giveaway
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