July Giveaway! My Sister's Keeper
Note: This contest is now closed. View the winner here. Our July giveaway will be one copy of My Sister's Keeper on CD, in celebration of the movie starring Cameron Diaz and Abigail Breslin. My Sister’s Keeper is the story of Anna, a girl who was conceived to help her sister Kate fight cancer by donating platelets, marrow, and stem cells. But when Anna sues for the rights to control her own body and make her own decisions, her family must come to terms with the tough choices they have made. The movie is getting great reviews – let us know what you think if you’ve seen it!
Our audiobook is an Audie Award winner for multi-voiced recording and a YALSA Alex Award winner.
CONTEST RULES:
* Just leave a comment below (be sure to enter a valid email address, or we won’t be able to contact you if you win!) and you’ll be entered to win.
* Tweet (we’re @recordedbooks) or blog about the contest and you can leave a second comment linking to your tweet or post—you’ll get another contest entry. Spread the word!
* Again, be sure you leave a valid email address with your comment so we can contact you. If you’re picked as a winner and we can’t contact you, the prize will got to the next winner.
* Comments will be assigned a number (first commenter is #1, second is #2, etc). Winners will be picked by random.org according to comment number.
* Drawing will be held on Monday, 7/13/09 at 12:00PM Eastern time. Winner will be contacted by email to get mailing information. The winner will receive one copy of the following title on CD: My Sister’s Keeper.
July 6th, 2009 at 8:36 am
LOVE LOVE LOVE this book! I’m reading it now. It’s sitting in the nightstand for when my new baby is WAKING in the middle of the night and I’m trying to stay awake feeding her.
July 6th, 2009 at 10:26 am
I RTed this for you! I’ve been wanting to read this book ever since JP wrote those issues of Wonder Woman. I use audiobooks for the same thing, Jennifer! My 2 month old is almost sleeping through the night … but audiobooks keep me awake when she is. I’m desperate for a new one though. I am NOT a fan of the narrator on the book I’m listening to. The book itself is wonderful, though!
July 6th, 2009 at 10:42 am
Oh, and:
http://twitter.com/librarianpirate/status/2497331211
July 6th, 2009 at 10:50 am
Commenting! Saw your post on twitter.
edruda@suffolk.lib.ny.us
We can’t keep enough copies of this on the shelf!
Ellen, aka dblduchess
July 6th, 2009 at 2:45 pm
angelina41 at gmail dot com
Thanks!
July 6th, 2009 at 3:27 pm
I adored this book. I’ve wanted to use this as a book club selection for the last two years, but couldn’t afford a class set at the trade price. SOOOO glad it finally went to mass market so I can offer it as a selection for the upcoming school year. A free copy of the audiobook would be a bonus!
hloy22 at gmail dot com
July 6th, 2009 at 7:08 pm
I loved the movie and look forward to reading thebook!
July 6th, 2009 at 7:56 pm
We’ve been using more audio books as my homeschooled kids have more summer activities that keep us away from home. This sounds like a story that would make the reader think.
I’ve also been encouraging our library to get more audio for the many English language learners that we have.
July 6th, 2009 at 8:09 pm
I blogged about the contest. http://blakeney-academy.blogspot.com/2009/07/audiobook-giveaway.html
July 7th, 2009 at 1:39 am
I would love to enter.
Thanks!
janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com
July 7th, 2009 at 1:46 am
I blogged:
http://blog-giveaways.blogspot.com/2009/07/july-giveaway-my-sisters-keeper.html
janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com
July 7th, 2009 at 9:39 am
Here’s hoping the movie is half as incredible as this book!
Thanks for the entry!
July 7th, 2009 at 3:23 pm
I am not sure what side I am concerning this issue. I mean you can only plan so much in this life and the rest is up to God to decide. Well, at least that’s how I feel about it.
July 7th, 2009 at 5:15 pm
I would love this!
July 7th, 2009 at 6:23 pm
Loved the book and hope to see the movie when it comes out on DVD.
Margo
Library Media Specialist in Virginia
mjantzi@rockingham.k12.va.us
July 7th, 2009 at 6:30 pm
Twitter link
http://twitter.com/mjantzi
mjantzi@rockingham.k12.va.us
July 9th, 2009 at 8:55 am
Would LOVE to have this on audio for my commute to/from work!
shelcows AT gmail DOT com
July 9th, 2009 at 8:56 am
Just retweeted this for you! I’m @writereader
July 9th, 2009 at 8:58 am
Please count me in.
mj.coward[at]gmail.com
July 9th, 2009 at 8:58 am
I tweeted too – @sumrthyme
mj.coward[at]gmail.com
July 9th, 2009 at 9:00 am
I would love to read this before seeing the movie!
brainlair AT gmail DOT com
July 9th, 2009 at 9:01 am
I RTd about the contest
http://twitter.com/thebrainlair
brainlair AT gmail DOT com
July 9th, 2009 at 9:42 am
just saw the movie — very well done!
July 9th, 2009 at 10:13 am
I’d love to win a copy.
sasmo21@hotmail.com
July 9th, 2009 at 10:26 am
I would love to read this book but don’t have time-I’ve committed myself to 6 books for summer PD and have no time for fun reading! It would be great to have it on audio so I can listen to it while I’m driving. My daughter-who hates to read-is deeply engrossed in this book right now. That’s a sure sign that it’s a good book!
July 9th, 2009 at 10:41 am
This book is one of the most compelling reads ever. I would love to add the recording to my class collection. It has so many lessons to share.
July 9th, 2009 at 11:35 am
Thanks for the giveaway. Saw the movie. Would like the audio . . .
July 9th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
Can’t wait to hear this one – I’d love to win. Thanks!
July 10th, 2009 at 11:27 am
So happy it’s coming out in audio … I know it will be a big hit in my library! I can’t keep Jodi Picoult novels on the shelf!
July 10th, 2009 at 11:31 am
What a great idea to publish this as a recorded book, its sure to be a winner.
July 10th, 2009 at 11:31 am
This is a wonderful book. I have read it already but can’t wait to get it on audio cd to listen to it in the car! I hope I win! Thanks! amyvb7@gmail.com
July 10th, 2009 at 11:32 am
An interesting premise, and a book that I’ve been wanting to read. Audio book would be even better
July 10th, 2009 at 11:35 am
This book sounds great! Look forward to reading/listening to it with our girls.
July 10th, 2009 at 11:38 am
Tremendous and mesmerizing subject matter. Heart-rending!
July 10th, 2009 at 11:39 am
I think I remember the controversy when this family made the decision to have the younger child. I haven’t read the book or seen the movie yet, but I’m looking forward to it.
July 10th, 2009 at 11:42 am
The movie is on our “gotta buy when it hits DVD” list already. Our patrons LOVE Jodi Picoult and they’re thrilled about the movie!
July 10th, 2009 at 11:55 am
This book has been on my “to read” list for several years. I want to read it before I see the movie. An audio would be great!
July 10th, 2009 at 12:19 pm
Count me in. I too would like to read the book before seeing the movie.
July 10th, 2009 at 12:26 pm
I have just started reading “My sister’s keeper” and I am hooked. I read “Change of heart” and it was a great read!
All our library patrons love Jodi Picoult and I am sure this audio would be very popular.
July 10th, 2009 at 12:30 pm
Love this book! It would be fun to listen to again!
Thanks for the offer!
July 10th, 2009 at 12:40 pm
I haven’t read this book yet! I would love to before I see the movie.
July 10th, 2009 at 12:42 pm
The Pact kept me up nights and made me want to lock my teenage son in a closet to keep him safe. I’m looking forward to reading this one. Such a cool theme!
July 10th, 2009 at 12:46 pm
Picked up Recorded Book randomly from the library. I recommended it to the psychology teacher for her book club. It was a hit.
July 10th, 2009 at 12:56 pm
Please enter me for the contest. This is such a good book for many readers and is on a lot of reading lists this summer. Great pick for the contest.
July 10th, 2009 at 1:00 pm
This sounds like a really good book.
July 10th, 2009 at 1:01 pm
Anxious to read the book! Would love the CD for the HS library!
July 10th, 2009 at 1:20 pm
I would love to have this as an audiobook.
July 10th, 2009 at 1:28 pm
I have read this book but have not seen the movie yet.
I would love to be able to have my students (in our bookclub) listen to chapters on the CD and then discuss it!
July 10th, 2009 at 1:31 pm
I would also love to have this book in the form of an audiobook. The students and staff would love it.
July 10th, 2009 at 1:33 pm
So many books; so little time! I too would love to have the audio to have available for students.
July 10th, 2009 at 2:02 pm
We did a substantial weeding at my middle school library just before the end of school, rearranged some sections, and left room for expansion of others. We’re supposed to get new carpet over the summer, too! I want to increase the number of audio titles I have available, and add more YA selections in order to pique the interests of my older students. Jodi Picoult’s books certainly seem like the type of materials we are looking for. Thanks for the opportunity to participate in your contest. I hope I win!!
July 10th, 2009 at 2:06 pm
Read the book, haven’t seen the movie. My high school students would also love to have the audio for this book.
July 10th, 2009 at 2:07 pm
I have not read the book, and would love the audio book. I wish to read or listen to the audio before watching the movie. It is always so much better.
July 10th, 2009 at 2:16 pm
Sounds like a very contemporary issue — would like to have the audio.
July 10th, 2009 at 2:27 pm
Have not read the book, but SO want to! Have heard nothing but wonderful things about it! Would love to donate the audio book to our school library…after I have listened to it, of course!
Am impatiently waiting for the movie to get to our area. Thank you for this opportunity!!
July 10th, 2009 at 2:32 pm
I am constantly on the go and cannot sit to read a book usually. I would like the audiobook before I see the movie.
July 10th, 2009 at 2:43 pm
My teen girls love this book; it doesn’t stay on the library shelves. I would like to make the book available to students in the audio format, especially for those who are poor readers for whom the thickness of the book is daunting.
July 10th, 2009 at 2:56 pm
I loved this book! I think by now I’ve read all of the Jodi Picoult books but this is still my favorite.
July 10th, 2009 at 3:11 pm
This is the first book by Picoult that I’ve read. Very thought provoking. Really enjoyed it.
July 10th, 2009 at 3:22 pm
My students and staff just LOVE anything that Jodi writes. Such controversial topics and great discussion starters!
Thanks for contest!
July 10th, 2009 at 3:38 pm
We listen to audiobooks in the car. I would love to share this audiobook with my teenager.
July 10th, 2009 at 3:42 pm
I have heard this is an incredible book and the movie touches the emotions.
July 10th, 2009 at 3:49 pm
It sounds very interesting. I keep a good collection of audio books for my English language learners.
July 10th, 2009 at 3:58 pm
I have heard amazing things about this book. I would love to listen to the book as I work outside on my garden during the summer.
July 10th, 2009 at 4:01 pm
Get out the tissue! I’m looking forward to reading this book and then seeing the movie. Both have great possibilities for teaching kids and adults about family!
July 10th, 2009 at 4:38 pm
I have been wanting to read this book before I see the movie, so congrats on recording it!
July 10th, 2009 at 5:16 pm
This emotional story really seems to strike a chord with a lot of tweens and teens. I would love an audio copy in my middle school library!
July 10th, 2009 at 5:30 pm
This is a sad book, but worth reading. I would love to add the CD to my Classroom audio center.
July 10th, 2009 at 5:39 pm
What an awesome title to add to any library collection! The audio format is so helpful for struggling readers and for English Language Learners, but is sometimes cost prohibitive with limited budgets.
July 10th, 2009 at 6:59 pm
Would love to have this title. Just did an interview on a local teen radio program about turning books into movies. Great motivator for reluctant readers.
July 10th, 2009 at 8:11 pm
Planning a books to movies promotion. Would love to have this in audio format as well.
drewillis at gmail dot com
July 10th, 2009 at 8:17 pm
tweeted about contest at 8:15 on 7/10 – don’t know how to link tweet to comment
July 10th, 2009 at 9:24 pm
read the book great am looking forward to seeing if the movie is as good as the book.
July 10th, 2009 at 9:35 pm
I just bought this to read- I can’t wait to get started! I’ve heard it’s really good, so as soon as I can get some time to myself, I;ll be off and reading…
July 10th, 2009 at 10:49 pm
This sounds awesome!
Thanks!
July 10th, 2009 at 11:13 pm
I would love to be able to listen to this book–especially since I am unable to read the book
July 10th, 2009 at 11:14 pm
My wife has read this book and gave it a thumbs-up. I think I need the recorded copy…
July 10th, 2009 at 11:32 pm
Would love to have a Jodi Picoult audio book. Have all her books.
July 11th, 2009 at 8:24 am
All of our Picoult teen fans have read the book and are looking forward to the movie – wish it had better reviews in our local newspaper however!
July 11th, 2009 at 8:57 am
What a wonderful addition to my class library; the children will experience real, raw emotion and learn to empathize with real life people.
July 11th, 2009 at 9:10 am
This book is incredibly emotional and makes the reader pause to consider how far they would go if their own sibling was critically ill. Jodi Picoult is a master at unpredictable endings!
July 11th, 2009 at 9:13 am
Great title, great read. Facing a such a tough life decision in a young life makes you mature fast. So many teens are faced with all kinds of tough choices — this is a very thought provoking book.
July 11th, 2009 at 9:28 am
I’d love a copy
July 11th, 2009 at 12:28 pm
This book was so popular in my library that I had to keep purchasing copies until I hit 15. That was 2 years ago and those books are still being read. The other really great thing with this book being so popular is that it has lead most of those readers to her other books. I can’t keep them in! What a great thing to say about an author’s books in a library.
July 11th, 2009 at 12:37 pm
Thanks for the opportunity to win this wonderful book for our classroom recorded books library. It will be a fabulous addition.
July 11th, 2009 at 1:43 pm
What a great contest! Count me in.
July 11th, 2009 at 3:47 pm
I think this would be great for a book group in my high school class. Count me in the contest too!
July 11th, 2009 at 4:31 pm
We have enjoyed working with Recorded Books. The customer service is excellent!
July 11th, 2009 at 5:40 pm
Great book! I loved it and would be so..oo excited to win the audio version. Jodi Picoult is one of my favorite authors. This is the first of her books I read and I am absolutely hooked on her. I am sure this audio book would get an constant flow of users. Fabulous!
July 11th, 2009 at 6:03 pm
Hi, I just read this book and could NOT put it down! Love the contest idea! Thanks!
Neha
nehadhruv1@gmail.com
July 11th, 2009 at 9:42 pm
I guess the book is OK to read, but I know the CD is a fabulous listen . With a different reader for each character, the whole thing feels like a real life drama. If you don’t win, be sure to check out your public library for a copy to listen to. I just wish all her books were on the NetLibrary downloads!
July 11th, 2009 at 10:08 pm
My students love this book. I can’t keep it on the shelf.
July 12th, 2009 at 2:14 am
I LOVED this movie and the Book is almost always better! I will put this on my, TO READ list!
July 12th, 2009 at 8:57 am
Enjoyed the book and saw the movie yesterday. Well worth it.
I listen to recorded books often while driving to school. A good way to promote books to busy teens.
July 12th, 2009 at 1:18 pm
I love using recorded books with my reading students. They seem to comprehend so much better than silent reading alone.
July 12th, 2009 at 3:22 pm
I’m reading this book right now and it’s really hard to put down!
July 12th, 2009 at 5:50 pm
I recommend this book ALL the time…actually anything Picoult writes gets my recommendation. My Sister’s Keeper provides such a though provoking read. I love audiobooks and can”t wait to get my hands on this one.
July 12th, 2009 at 6:42 pm
Great Book!!!
sbuchanan@rocketmail.com
July 12th, 2009 at 8:11 pm
I’d love to win this!!!
July 12th, 2009 at 9:45 pm
THis book is fantastic–have recommended it to dozens of people since I read it! I can’t wait to see the movie, and I’d LOVE a chance to win the recording!
July 13th, 2009 at 12:31 am
Thanks to Jodi Picoult for an outstanding book that deals with a modern and complex issue.
July 13th, 2009 at 9:27 am
I love Jodi Picoult’s style of storytelling. It keeps you turning the pages.
July 13th, 2009 at 10:38 am
Tweet recorded for @ElaineReads
http://twitter.com/ElaineReads/statuses/2576263977
July 13th, 2009 at 11:19 am
I am a librarian at a private girls school, and our students LOVE Jodi Picoult! This is great!
July 13th, 2009 at 11:30 am
I love all the tweets! The contests are great too!
July 13th, 2009 at 11:50 am
I am a huge Jodi Picoult fan! I’ve not yet read My Sister’s Keeper, but would absolutely LOVE to listen to it!!!
Keeping my fingers crossed!
July 13th, 2009 at 1:02 pm
We have this book in our small high school library, but I haven’t been able to read it yet because it’s always out!
July 13th, 2009 at 8:58 pm
This was one of the best books I ever read–and my copy is very tattered from all the people I have lent it too. I would love to hear all the narration put to voices.
July 13th, 2009 at 10:10 pm
I loved this book, and our students enjoy it. Would love to have the audiobook for our high school library!
Thanks for the contest!
July 18th, 2009 at 7:48 pm
Saw the movie and can’t wait to read the book to compare and contrast! Thanks for the contest!
July 19th, 2009 at 9:42 am
This is on my summer must read list and I am 2 books away from it
July 19th, 2009 at 2:43 pm
Why did they change the ending? The book was fantastic.