My Book: Better Than Free!

Posted on April 10, 2012 by Erin

As a big thank you to all of you… the people who have supported me on my writing journey… Guideposts has agreed to offer a FREE Kindle download of my book!

So, starting today, for one week only, my book,
“The Christian Mama’s Guide to Having a Baby”
is FREE on Kindle!

Download it now!

But the only thing better than free is BETTER THAN FREE! So, along with the free download, we’re hosting a contest… which means you could win free stuff just for downloading a free book.  How’s that for awesome?

Here’s how (and what) you can win:

1.  Download the book (and forward me your email confirmation to erin@christianmamasguide.com) and you’ll be entered into a drawing for a care package sent from yours truly directly to you. (Hint:  It will involve something delicious to eat.)

2.  Write an Amazon review of the book after you downloaded it (email me at erin@christianmamasguide.com to let me know you posted the review) and you’ll be entered into a drawing for a $10 Amazon gift certificate.

3.  Spread the word on your social networks (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest… tag me) or email your friends about the free download (cc. me) and you’ll be entered into a drawing for a summer fun kids care package sent directly to your house… complete with fun summer activities for your kids.

Happy Downloading and spreading the word!  And THANK YOU!

Here’s how to get in contact with me so you can enter:

Email:  erin@christianmamasguide.com
Twitter:  @emacphe
Facebook:  Christian Mama’s Guide or Erin Schuknecht MacPherson
Pinterest: Erin Schuknecht MacPherson

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Bonus Day: Books I’ve Loved Recently (AND a chance to WIN!)

Posted on February 4, 2012 by Erin

Taking a break from our “29 Days of Love” to tell you about some books that I’ve read recently and loved.  As a book lover, pretty much the best gift someone could get me for, say, Valentine’s Day, is a book.  Or a Kindle gift card.  So, I figured if any of you are married to book lovers out there, you’d maybe want some recommendations.  So here you go:

1.  FOR HIM (okay, AND for you): The Love & Respect Experience

I think most people have at least heard of Eggerich’s Love and Respect books by now… I’ve read most of them.  But Eggerich’s latest book– a devotional that he claims is “the husband friendly book that wives truly love”– is different because it’s formatted in a way that makes it feel doable.  Plus, the lessons and descriptions of Eggerich’s Love & Respect principles are really short, sweet and easily understandable.   Do you see why guys love it?

2.  For HER: Into the Free

My friend Julie Cantrell’s debut novel is fantastic.  It’s a beautifully–almost poetically– written story that will capture your heart from the outset.  Captivating, descriptive and emotional, this novel is one of those spend-a-Saturday-afternoon-curled-up-on-the-couch type of reads.

 

 

3.  For HER:  The What’s for Dinner Project

I love Kathi Lipp.  She just gets me.  She knows I’m busy.  She knows it’s hard for young parents to stay connected in their marriages.  She knows it feels impossible for young moms to even imagine dreaming for themselves.  And, she even knows how frantic I feel at dinnertime.  Anyway, this book is full of simple, fun tips to make dinner easy.  My favorite?  She explains how to have a freezer exchange and load your freezer up with ready-to-cook meals.  I did it with my sisters last week and now I have tons of grab-and-pop-in-the-oven dishes for those frantic weeknights.

AND now, a chance to WIN: Reply to this post and tell me which of these books you’d like to read and I’ll draw one lucky winner and buy it for you.

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A Fun Christmas Giveaway!

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Erin

It’s starting to look a lot like Christmas… and in order to get you into the festive spirit,
I’m giving away FIVE copies of a fun, festive e-novella by my friend Camille Eide.

Her new novella, Savanna’s Gift is set in the Oregon Cascades– which I have to admit made me miss home a little bit.  But, her lovely descriptions of Oregon’s pine-covered mountains and a homey lodge for Christmas put me in the mood to sip cocoa by a roaring fire…and finish her book!   Anyway, it’s a short-but-fun, romantic Christmas story that will have you laughing, smiling and devouring Christmas cookies.

 

Anyway, Savanna’s gift is on sale for just 99 cents (yes, that’s less than a buck!) for the month of December, so if you don’t win one here, pick up your own copy on Amazon by clicking here.

Now, for the giveaway:

1.  The first person to comment automatically wins a copy.

2.  The first person to post this giveaway on their Facebook page automatically wins a copy.  (Tag me– Erin Schuknecht MacPherson– in the post.)

3.  The first person to tweet about this giveaway automatically wins a copy.  (add me to the Tweet @emacphe)

4.  Two random winners will be chosen on Wednesday, December 7th to get a copy.
Good Luck!

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Happy Veteran’s Day!

Posted on November 10, 2011 by Erin

Okay, so I know Veteran’s Day isn’t until Friday, but I’m celebrating a little bit early on my blog because, well, Friday is a day off of school which means I’ll be busy busy busy.

That said, I want to take a moment to honor our veterans– and the current service men and women who fight so hard for our country.  My prayers are with you all and I’m so grateful to the heroes who have given so much to give me and my family the peace and hope that comes with living in the US.

And, in order to spread the celebratory love, I’m giving away a book!  My friend Cathy West wrote an amazing book called  Yesterday’s Tomorrow. It’s set during the Vietnam War– an era I hadn’t read much about before reading this novel– and it’s a fascinating and compelling look at life in Vietnam during that time period.  Even better, the book also has a great love story, believable characters and more.  I LOVED the book– and I read a lot lot lot of books, and give very few the “loved it” stamp of approval.   I think you’d really like it… so I’m giving away an e-copy.

To win your copy (courtesy of ME!), just reply to this post and tell me why you’d like to read more about the Vietnam War period.  I’ll draw one winner on Veterans Day (at random) and email you a Kindle Copy off of Amazon.

Now, here’s a bit more about the book and the author, just in case you’re curious:

Vietnam, 1967.

Independent, career-driven journalist Kristin Taylor wants two things: to honor her father’s memory by becoming an award-winning overseas correspondent and to keep tabs on her only brother, Teddy, who signed up for the war against their mother’s wishes. Brilliant photographer Luke Maddox, silent and brooding, exudes mystery. Kristin is convinced he’s hiding something.

Willing to risk it all for what they believe in, Kristin and Luke engage in their own tumultuous battle until, in an unexpected twist, they’re forced to work together. Ambushed by love, they must decide whether or not to set aside their own private agendas for the hope of tomorrow that has captured their hearts.

Educated in Bermuda, England and Canada, Catherine holds a degree in English from the University of Toronto. When she’s not at the computer working on her next story, you can find her taking her Border Collie for long walks or tending to her roses and orchids. Catherine and her husband live on the beautiful island of Bermuda, with their two college-aged children. Catherine is a member of Romance Writers of America, and American Christian Fiction Writers, and is a founding member of International Christian Fiction Writers. Catherine’s debut novel Yesterday’s Tomorrow, released in March 2011 through

OakTara Publishers. Catherine’s next novel, Hidden in the Heart, will be available in the near future, also through OakTara.

Website: http://www.catherinejwest.com

OakTara Website: http://www.oaktara.com

Blog: http://www.catherinewestblog.blogspot.com

Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVQUMRlYhkM

 

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Time for Christmas Cards (And Your Chance to WIN Free Cards!)

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Erin

*WINNER* Congrats to Paige! I’ll send your $25 gift card soon. *WINNER*

Last year's family pic

1.  I love sending cards.

2.  I love GETTING cards (hint, hint to those of you who have adorable children and pets that you want to show off this Christmas).

3.  I hate tacky, kitschy cards.

4.  It took me 4 and a half hours to SELECT my Christmas cards last year because I’m picky.  And I wanted cards that were cute, Christ-centered, stylish AND weren’t tacky OR kitschy.  Is that too much to ask?!

Anyway, last June, I discovered The Little Card Company.  It’s a Christian company run by Christian moms– and they have hundreds of really cool, artist-designed cards for all occasions that have Christian messages.  AND, nothing is tacky or kitschy… so that right there tells you why I’m such a big fan.  Anyway, since I now know WHERE I’m ordering my cards from, and since it took me sooo long to pick the perfect cards last year, I thought I’d have a little fun this year and let YOU help me choose.  And, to make it even more fun, I thought I’d do a little giveaway to make the choosing even more fun for y’all.

So, here are my six favorite Christmas card choices for this year.   Tell me your favorite one in the comments and you’ll be entered to win a $25 gift certificate for Christmas cards from The Little Card Company.  Then, make sure to check back during the week of Thanksgiving to see which cards I chose and to see a picture of my final card.

Card #1:  Little Angel



Card #2:  Quiet Snowfall


Card #3: White Snowfall


Card #4: Peaceful Snowfall


Card #5: Red Ribbon

Card #6: Shine Brightly

So, press reply and vote!  One responder will be chosen at random on Nov. 10th and will win a $25 gift card to order their own Christmas cards from The Little Card Company.  I’ll post the winning card during the week of Thanksgiving.

 



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