Would you like a book? Cool!
Jill Shalvis has offered up 10 digital copies and 10 paperback copies of It Had to Be You ( A | BN | K | iB ), the latest in her Lucky Harbor series.
Here's the description:
Ali Winters is not having a good day. Her boyfriend left her, everyone in town thinks she's a thief, and now she's about to be kicked out of her home. Her only shot at keeping a roof over her head and clearing her name is to beg for help from a police detective who's as sexy as he is stern….
After a high-profile case goes wrong, Luke Hanover returns to his hometown for some peace and quiet. Instead he finds a bombshell brunette in a heap of trouble. As he helps Ali put her world back together, the pieces of Luke's own life finally seem to fall into place. Is this the start of a sizzling fling? Or are Luke and Ali on the brink of something big in a little town called Lucky Harbor?
One of the repeating themes of the book is happiness. The heroine had a rough start in life, and despite a lot of insecurity, both internal and external, she is determined to be okay. The beginning of the book lines up a whole series of problems for her to face, and she refuses to back down and stop trying to create a life for herself. Her optimism is a powerful thing.
The quotes people have highlighted from the book illustrate that, too. I like this one:
“I’m not defined by someone I thought I was dating, Luke, or what I do for a living. I’m not defined by what people think of me. My happiness comes from within….”
So, here's a question for you: what makes you happy? When you're feeling crappy or burned low, what reboots you and makes you feel happy and sure again? Share your happymaking tip (NOT THAT ONE) (OK FINE IF YOU WANT) in the comments, and you're entered to win.
Please also let me know if you want digital or print – or either.
The comments will close at noon on Sunday 16 June, and I'll announce the winners then.
Standard disclaimers apply: I'm not being compensated for this giveaway. Void where prohibited. Open to US and Canadian residents to the extent permitted by applicable law. Must be over 18 and wearing galoshes to win. Notwithstanding anything hereinafter to the contrary, the contest shall nonetheless be conducted as heretofore described thereupon. Action figures sold separately.
I hope this giveaway makes you happy – and that, if you win a copy, the book does, too.
Hearing my boys play and laugh together never fails to put a smile on my face. And hearing “Je t’aime, Maman.” Makes me melt every time.
Really, REALLY loud pop music is my cure-all for the blues. The poppier and louder, the better.
I’d rather have an ebook, because that’s how I read the first 3 when you mentioned they were on sale.
Watching The Princess Bride has restorative powers for me, it still makes me laugh every time even as I’m reciting favorite lines along with the characters.
Either format is fine. I like playing with the dog or reading an uplifting book.
I love to laugh. If someone gets me laughing, it totally makes me happy.
I’d love the print copy.
Reading, my kindle, chocolate, sunshine.
Curling up with a long anticipated book pretty much never fails to make me happy.
Seeing good friends again after a long absence. Eating a really good meal.
Watching one of my comfort movies (The Princess Bride, Howl’s Moving Castle or My Neighbor Totoro).
when i need something to cheer me up, i grab my ereader and my dog and cuddle up to read:) or if i’m at work and can’t do that i find some cute dog videos on youtube.
This giveaway alone is making me happy! If I won, there’d be dancing!! (Preference is for paper but I’d accept electronic copy.)
To crush sadness & get happy again, I read romances, especially favorites that make me laugh. I eat bad for me but oh so tasty food, such as ice cream which is said to chemically make a person feel happier. Women’s Health magazine has tweeted it and they claim it only takes 1 spoonful, but I’ve found that I usually require more than that. Alcohol also helps – not saying getting totally blitzed here – 1 drink let’s all the uptightness be released and relaxation comes & with it better thoughts and perspective.
Oh, and on the off chance someone reads my whole comment, this whole series by Jill ROCKS!! Love Lucky Harbor (and Sawyer)! Wish I could live there or really Lucky Harbor’s neighboring town that share all it’s gossip via Twitter instead of Facebook. 😉
Lots of things can help make me happy when I’m feeling down; the trick of course is remembering them in the moment 😉
Making something (artsy, crafty, yummy, whatever), cuddling with my cat, re-reading a favorite book, savoring a bit of chocolate, having tea & a chat with a friend, tuning in to the online kitten cam, watching a happy movie…
I prefer digital for my romances these days 🙂
Hearing my kids laugh cheers me right up
Waking up in the early morning hours and going back to sleep again makes me happy. For some reason, no matter what time of year, it always reminds me of Christmas and the feeling I’d get as a kid on Christmas morning. I’d love a print copy!
Playing with my girls (both black labs) always cheers me up. Sneaking in a few chapters of whatever I’m reading usually does the trick too. =] [Digital]
A nice horse ride through the woods, or spending time with my nephews!
Either digital or print
My dog. Television preferably Burn Notice. Seeing friends and daydreaming about finding love.
Reading a great book.
Print please
A trip to the bookstore or rereading an old favorite book.
print, please
Warm feet make me happy! If my feet are warm, I can’t be too grumpy.
Either digital or print works for me.
If I’m feeling burned low, a yoga class helps to loosen me up and make me fill happier.
I enjoy spending time with my daughters who are home from college this summer. They always make me laugh.
Either Digital or Print would be great.
My favorite books always cheer me up! I just reread my favorite parts and I immediately start to feel better.
(print please)
When my son (4yo) wraps his arms around me and says “I love you Mummy”.
No bad mood or disaster can stand against that.
I live in a beautiful area, so if I’m feeling down, usually all I have to do is take a walk down to the end of the street where I have an amazing view of the bay. It reminds me of how lucky I am in my life and never fails to lift my spirits. I’d prefer digital, but either is fine.
Books, tea and my dog make me happy. I’d prefer print.
Swimming laps in the pool; petting my cats; reading poetry; listening to ABBA.
I think when I’m really tired or unhappy I bake so that I can figure out what’s really wrong and how to fix it. Digital would be great. Thanks!
An hour all to myself with no obligations or interruptions makes me very happy. And two hours is even better!!
Prefer ebook, thanks!
A cup of tea and a good book work for me. I would like either print or digital.
I’m happiest when I come home and receive running, almost tackling hugs from my 2 and 4 year old, mixed with a chorus of “Mommy!” and kisses. The best. I’d appreciate a print copy.
for me, it’s a good book and snuggle time w/ my dogs 🙂
Reading is definitely a major happymaker for me. Sitting in my comfy chair curled up with a good book and a glass of wine is just wonderful.
When I am feeling sad, however, nothing is better than getting a cuddle and kiss from my 14-month-old daughter. Just seeing that happy face of hers makes me feel instantly better.
Print is my preference, but ebook is fine as well.
A good cuddle with my cats is (almost) always enough to make me feel better.
Going out on a date with my hubby, just us, no kids and getting to sit and talk. Would prefer digital but print is okay too
What cheers me up when I need it? Being off the wall silly with my kids. Hearing their laughter just makes the world bearable again for a while.
Digital or print works for me.
Reading makes me happy! Would prefer print copy. Thank you for the chance to win.
As an introvert living an extroverts life, being alone is my happiness recharge. I especially like a walk in the woods. (the dog is allowed to come along)
A visit with my grandson….he gives me unconditional love and respect and makes me feel so good……
I love to reread old favorites. JD Robb always works, as does Georgette Heyer. I’m a print reader.
I love to hit a bookstore, especially a good used one, and just loose myself in browsing the shelves and stocking up on books I missed when they were new..
I live in Seattle and one of my FAVORITE things to do on a crappy day is to lay out in the hammock and read a good book. It makes it all the better if it is sunny and I don’t have to wear 5 lbs of clothes to keep warm 🙂 I would love a print or digital copy. Thanks so much!! fishinlovingal at yahoo dot com
Sitting on my deck with a glass of wine and a good book usually does it for me.
Digital or print is fine!