Monday, April 21, 2008

Bloggy Giveaways Carnival Giveaway: Walking With Angels: Aural's Gift!

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I've won before from some of the great sites that work with Bloggy Giveaways, and I wasn't planning on hosting a giveaway until I had an idea... why not give away a copy of my husband's wonderful book as a prize?

Walking With Angels Volume 1: Aural's Gift is a book that details the story of a girl that can see into the spirit world... specifically angels and demons. I know that this book is purely fiction and a product of my husband's imagination, but the tale he weaves is extremely plausable... it really changed my thoughts about how the world of the unseen could potentially work. Do saved people have angels that follow them around? What part do demons have in the physical world?

Well, in this book, the ability to see angels and demons wasn't particularly a blessing. People start to think that Aural is a bit... nutty. Anyway, I won't spoil the rest of the story, but if you would like a copy for free, just leave a comment on my blog telling me either who your favorite Christian author is, or why you would like to read this book.

I will have to add, some of this book might be disturbing to young children. It is not the kind of book I wouldn't want my grandma or pastor reading... in fact, we have loaned this book out to people at my church, including the pastor, but some of the content is best read by older people. Here is a longer review that I wrote about the book.

We will probably end up shipping this straight out from amazon.com or barnesandnoble.com, otherwise I'd offer to have it autographed. If you really wanted an autographed copy, I could manage that but it would be smoke damaged due to the recent fire.

I will pick the winner randomly out of all comments received prior to 11:59 PM PDT on April 25th. Please only enter once or you will be disqualified. Also make sure that there's an easy way to contact you... if you leave an email I'll email you, if I can't find one I'll post a comment on your blog, and if you leave no email and no blog I'll have to find another winner :( . US addresses only please. I'll post the winner here next week, probably Monday or so.

Good luck! And be sure to visit here for more fabulous prizes!
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57 comments:

  1. Yard Sale PrincessApril 21, 2008 at 10:48 PM

    This sounds very interesting. It sounds like a book that I would really enjoy. Congratulations to your husband!

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  2. rooApril 21, 2008 at 11:06 PM

    Ah, my perfect timing... Right after I read this post, someone else came first :P. (If you're curious, I came across your blog from your post on jury duty, which I found amusing.)
    I'd like to read this book because I tend to shy away from Christian books, but judging from the reviews it "isn't preachy." (Are such more mainstream books common?)
    I'm not sure how to end this post, but I hope your participation in this giveaway will bring you more viewers/comments :)

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  3. AnonymousApril 21, 2008 at 11:38 PM

    I have not read any Christian books so this would be a good way to start.

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  4. AnonymousApril 21, 2008 at 11:55 PM

    I love books about Angels.

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  5. Gigi LynnApril 22, 2008 at 12:10 AM

    Your review scares me a little, but I'm game. And my favorite Christian author is Karen Kingsbury. Thank you!

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  6. agordon10April 22, 2008 at 3:11 AM

    book sounds interesting

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  7. HilLesha O'NanApril 22, 2008 at 3:42 AM

    Sounds interesting!

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  8. AnonymousApril 22, 2008 at 5:28 AM

    it sounds like a good read

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  9. KimberlyApril 22, 2008 at 5:51 AM

    My name is Kimberly (Matthew is my son).

    This book really does sound very interesting. I truly believe in angels and I find this book fascinating. I'd love to learn more.

    I can be reached at hunnyv at optonline dot net. THANKS!

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  10. vboackleApril 22, 2008 at 5:56 AM

    i love to read and this sounds inspirational.

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  11. AnonymousApril 22, 2008 at 6:19 AM

    Janette Oke

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  12. idahomomApril 22, 2008 at 6:45 AM

    I would love to read this book. Thanks for the chance.

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  13. AnonymousApril 22, 2008 at 6:55 AM

    I would give my right arm for this.....but I don't have to......right?

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  14. renepApril 22, 2008 at 6:58 AM

    I only read christian book and can't pick just one, love them all. Love all bools about angle because my Mandy one

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  15. SmilingSallyApril 22, 2008 at 7:36 AM

    I have two favorite Christian authors: Angela Elwell Hunt and Liz Curtis Higgs.
    I'd like to win this book as I LOVE to read Christian Fiction!

    smilingsal at yahoo (dot) com

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  16. susan1215April 22, 2008 at 9:28 AM

    Sounds like a nice book

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  17. sandierpasturesApril 22, 2008 at 10:33 AM

    I am faint-hearted but this book is intriguing!

    grace [at] sandierpastures dot com

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  18. AnonymousApril 22, 2008 at 11:22 AM

    Although you claim this book is a work of fiction, there truly are people who see the dark and the light. Something tells me you may be keenly aware of this, however to admit that, people think your loco! It can be very scary, particularly to children. I would love to read your husbands take! I am a fan of Joel Osteen, when I need a lift. Inspirational!

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  19. dwarzelApril 22, 2008 at 11:34 AM

    Joel Osteen

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  20. eellApril 22, 2008 at 1:14 PM

    I like reading books about angels. It sounds like a book that will make a person think about life.

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  21. BarbApril 22, 2008 at 1:56 PM

    I love Joel Osteen books. This sounds like a great read. Congrats to hubby.

    Thank you for the giveaway.

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  22. bison61April 22, 2008 at 2:04 PM

    sounds like a very good book-I have read Tricia Goyer's books and enjoyed them

    tiramisu392 (at) yahoo.com

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  23. mvernoApril 22, 2008 at 3:24 PM

    sue butler

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  24. UnknownApril 22, 2008 at 5:01 PM

    This sounds like a really interesting book. I love reading but lately have not found any that really interest me- not like this. I know many people that claim that they can see spirits as well so it would be really interesting to see how this story ends.

    smile717@sbcglobal.net

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  25. chromiummanApril 22, 2008 at 7:39 PM

    sounds like a great read

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  26. brookeApril 22, 2008 at 8:24 PM

    Wow, that's cool that you're able to give away your husband's book. It sounds really interesting... my mom and I go through books like other people go through underwear, so it would be nice to have something totally new to read.

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  27. kerri69April 22, 2008 at 10:12 PM

    i love books like these i find them very interesting

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  28. Sweet ArtworksApril 22, 2008 at 10:50 PM

    David Herzog

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  29. Dove420April 23, 2008 at 2:51 AM

    I haven't read any christion books m this sounds a like a good one to start with. Thank you

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  30. AnonymousApril 23, 2008 at 10:01 AM

    Thank you for entering my Bloggy Giveaway - Now I'm entering yours :)

    Happy giving and getting!

    Krissi

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  31. noreenApril 23, 2008 at 10:57 AM

    great book

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  32. TammyApril 23, 2008 at 11:06 AM

    Thanks for the chance -- my favorite Christian Author is Joni Eareckson Tada.

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  33. JenApril 23, 2008 at 12:18 PM

    It's hard to pick just one! I am a fan Janette Oke, Beverly Lewis, Frank Peretti, LaHaye and Jenkins of the Left Behind series, Cindy Woodsmall, Ted Dekker. Quite a wide range. How wonderful that your husband authored a book. That must have been so exciting for your whole family!
    I can be reached at vossfamily (at) woh (dot) rr (dot) com

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  34. windycindyApril 23, 2008 at 1:31 PM

    Greetings! I would really enjoy reading this book. It is one type that I read a lot of! T.D.Jakes is one of my most favorite authors. Please enter me in your drawing.
    I appreciate it.....Thanks,Cindi
    jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com

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  35. AnonymousApril 23, 2008 at 1:41 PM

    I would love that style of book! I often wonder about life and if it really is just simple or if theres so much more to it!

    samsakara@twcny.rr.com

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  36. Audra MarieApril 23, 2008 at 2:50 PM

    This sounds interesting. I like Dee Henderson. :)

    adashofsassitude(at)gmail.com

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  37. Princess Golden HairApril 23, 2008 at 5:04 PM

    i love beth moore

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  38. tetewaApril 24, 2008 at 2:10 AM

    This sounds good, count me in! tWarner419@aol.com

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  39. littlelatinaApril 24, 2008 at 7:05 AM

    sounds strange and interesting im in

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  40. UnknownApril 24, 2008 at 12:21 PM

    would love to read, i have sort of a Chri - Fi (my word for Christian fiction) addiction, and i suspect this would fit in nicely

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  41. TiffanyApril 24, 2008 at 1:08 PM

    Thank you for doing this giveaway.
    Tiffany Rosson
    tiffanyannrosson AT yahoo DOT com

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  42. JennybugApril 24, 2008 at 1:34 PM

    Sign me Up. I am always looking for something new to read. Hope your day is happy!

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  43. AnonymousApril 24, 2008 at 5:56 PM

    I always enjoy Beth Moore's books.

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  44. DKApril 24, 2008 at 10:03 PM

    I believe in angels in heaven and here on earth. I would love to read this book.

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  45. klp1965April 25, 2008 at 6:06 AM

    Liz Curtis Higgs:)

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  46. Jinxy and MeApril 25, 2008 at 6:13 AM

    Looks great! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  47. Mya BrooksApril 25, 2008 at 6:49 AM

    Honestly, I have no favorite Christian author. I love the Love Inspired books, though. I read the Bible a lot, and I'd truly LOVE this book! You can never read too many Christian things and learn about Jesus. Thanks for the chance!

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  48. carissaadApril 25, 2008 at 7:43 AM

    My favorite Christian author is Max Lucado. This sounds like a great read.

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  49. Karla Cook @ Roads to EverywhereApril 25, 2008 at 9:25 AM

    Sounds interesting! Please enter my name!

    Thanks for visiting my blog. I hope you'll come again soon.

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  50. UnknownApril 25, 2008 at 9:58 AM

    I love reading Christian books, and I would love to read this book, because I love reading about angels.

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  51. Tim SternbergApril 25, 2008 at 2:26 PM

    This sounds very interesting.

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  52. JanetteApril 25, 2008 at 4:13 PM

    My hubby and I would love to read this!

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  53. ReApril 25, 2008 at 7:42 PM

    What a great giveaway! I hope i'm the lucky winner :) sounds like a great read

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  54. DonnaApril 25, 2008 at 8:10 PM

    I souds like a good book.

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  55. masonsgranny59April 25, 2008 at 9:09 PM

    ty 4 the great contest!:)

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  56. Charlene KuserApril 25, 2008 at 9:19 PM

    My favorite Christian author is
    Janette Oke.I would love to win this book to read.Sounds good
    and I can relate to angels,
    they are God's messengers.

    CharlieGurl57@aol.com

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  57. lilykApril 26, 2008 at 4:57 AM

    My favorite Christian author is C.S. Lewis.

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