Friday, August 26, 2011

Want a free book? So do I

Several weeks ago Martha Sielman, the executive director of Studio Art Quilt Associates and the author of a new quilt book, put out a call for bloggers who might like to review the new book.  I signed up, because I love to review books (used to do that with regular books in a previous life), as well as to read book reviews by other people.  In fact, I consider myself a well-informed reader once removed: even though I rarely read new books, I always read the reviews and could probably even participate intelligently in a cocktail party conversation about many books if only I went to cocktail parties.

So Lark Books, the publisher of Martha's book, put my name on a list for a project that has escalated from simple book reviews to an elaborate "blog hop and giveaway."  Every day for almost a month, some fiber art blogger gives away a free copy of the book, and today it's my turn to do so.

Leave a comment in response to this post (consult the little box at the top of the right-hand column if you have trouble) and I'll choose one at random to get the free book, which Lark will send to you.  Hey, I'll even be a sport and wait till midnight Saturday before I close it off and choose the lucky winner.

Now I'm sure you're wanting to read the book review.  Unfortunately Lark hasn't managed to get the book to me yet.  There's planning, and then there's execution.  Shortly after the book arrives, you'll read the review.  Whenever.  Don't hold your breath.
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75 comments:

  1. Maria ElkinsAugust 26, 2011 at 6:12 AM

    This book is on my wish list!

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  2. AnonymousAugust 26, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    I loved the first book and would love to see this one as well!
    Thanks!
    Katy
    sew4given AT aol DOT com

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  3. JanetAugust 26, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    I would love to win this book. Great giveaway!

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  4. AnonymousAugust 26, 2011 at 7:33 AM

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

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  5. Linda RobertusAugust 26, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    I signed up to be a reviewer too, but I think Lark didn't want to send to Australia... So I'm trying my luck here! ;-)

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  6. Joanne SAugust 26, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    I would love to review books. How fun is that? But I would also like to get a free book. I have tried to win this one on a few other blogs, so will try here as well.

    Found your blog recently and am "hooked". You give me something to think about after reading and a few techniques (new to me) to try to keep my self current. Thank You.

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  7. LynnAugust 26, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    I too would love to win this book. But even if I don't, your daily blog has been a source of inspiration and learning for me Kathy, Thanks. Lynn in New Mexico

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  8. Ramona LindseyAugust 26, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    I just completed a two day work session with one of the featured artist, Carolyn Crump. Her 3D pieces and thread painting are fantastic.

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  9. Martha C. HallAugust 26, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    I'm a regular reader of your blog, and yes, I would like to win a free book!

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  10. Norma SchlagerAugust 26, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    I have the first book and would love to have the companion. I'm enjoying your tutorials on piecing. Your student's work looks great!

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  11. AshleyAugust 26, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    This book is number one on my Amazon wishlist! I would love to have this inspiring book :) ashleymichelle7281@yahoo.com

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  12. Rebecca Lilly SeguraAugust 26, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    This is a book I would love to own! Please count me in!!

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  13. CarolAugust 26, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    I've heard great things about this book and would love it. Thanks for having such a great blog!

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  14. marjayAugust 26, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    I have the first book and am sure I would enjoy the second one as much. It would be a great addition to my collection.

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  15. BeverlyAugust 26, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    I enjoy your blog, and would definitely love to see this volume next to the first that already sits on my bookshelf.

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  16. Sandy CiolinoAugust 26, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    Put my name in the hat for the free book!

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  17. Kamilla MazanecAugust 26, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    Love your blog. Would love to have the book.

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  18. Kathleen CAugust 26, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    I look forward to your review of this book which would be a great addition to my library. I admire anyone who can write a good book review, because I am not a good writer---writing is almost painful for me, and reading my prose is probably painful for others, ha-ha.

    I've been reading your blog for about 3 weeks now adn look forward to your posts. Thanks very much.

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  19. Allison CAugust 26, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    I would love to win a copy. Looks like great inspiration!

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  20. judyAugust 26, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    I am very curious to see how this second book compares to the first.

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  21. Denise SansoneAugust 26, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    I would love to win a copy of this book. The first one is wonderful.

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  22. beverlyanneAugust 26, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    The comment above written by Beverly could have been written by me, especially since my name is also Beverly. So I'll post as Beverlyanne and hope I get the book.

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  23. KittyKwilterAugust 26, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    The first volume of Masters: Art Quilts is wonderful. I would love to have this companion volume too! Thanks for the opportunity.

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  24. AnonymousAugust 26, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    I love finding new to me blogs on blog hops - and giveaways are always fun. Sign me up for a chance to win Masters 2 please.

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  25. Linda ForeyAugust 26, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    I normally read your blog via google reader, which means I don't have the facility to add comments - and I'm very lazy about going to your actual blog - sorry. However, I've got the first book in this series, and love it, so here I am. It also gives me the opportunity to say thanks for your blog. I read it regularly, and always enjoy it, and always get something out of it. Just wish I would act on the inspirations - I'm so good at procrastinating by reading other people's blogs!

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  26. wintunancyAugust 26, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    Have to confess that I have not seen the first book, but looking at the cover of this one has me intrigued. Thanks for a chance to own it.

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  27. GillAugust 26, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    This looks a great book - I'd love to win a copy!!

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  28. krkerlerAugust 26, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    Even without a review I suspect this will be a wonderful book.

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  29. debbyAugust 26, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    Just re-reviewed the first book and it is so inspiring. Would love to win this one!

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  30. patty a.August 26, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    I would love a new book to add to my library!

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  31. GinaAugust 26, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    I look forward to reading your review but in the meantime I'd love to win and read this book myself! Thank you for the opportunity!

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  32. SandyAugust 26, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    The cover is beautiful -- even the cover is inspiring!

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  33. KarinAugust 26, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Very inspirational.

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  34. mad elenaAugust 26, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    I can count on you to give an honest review.

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  35. Sharon RobinsonAugust 26, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    Kathleen, I know if I don't win it, I'll buy it anyway, but still, I'd love to win it!

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  36. John AldenAugust 26, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    Hi Kathleen, I've enjoyed reading some of your blog posts. You have quite a bit of thought provoking information here! I'd appreciate being included in the chance to receive the Masters Art Quilt Book. I dont't own the first volume, but I've seen it and I'm sure volume 2 won't disappoint. Thanks. john_alden@comcast.net

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  37. JulieAugust 26, 2011 at 1:48 PM

    I would be delighted if I won this book, SAQA have many amazing artists among their number and this book would be an inspiration. I shall look forward to reading your review too.

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  38. margie trembleyAugust 26, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    It would make my day to win this book. As a studio artist, I continually have to be re-charged. I think this would do it for me. Hope I win!

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  39. ZenQuilterAugust 26, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    Would love a copy. Thanks for the opportunity to win one! Enjoyed reading your blog. Have not been here before

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  40. MollyAugust 26, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    Please throw my name in the hopper, Kathy! I'd love to win this book. Thanks!

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  41. Connie Kresin CampbellAugust 26, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    Great giveaway, would love to win it!

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  42. Nina MarieAugust 26, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    I'm sure the book will be just as cool as the last one! I refer back to it - time and time again!

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  43. AnonymousAugust 26, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    I'd love a copy! Thanks for the opportunity. :)

    Leigh
    pdxtriathlete AT gmail
    I can't seem to comment as anything but anonymous... Existentially, should that tell me something?

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  44. CasAugust 26, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    You've got a neat blog, glad I found you!

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  45. GaleAugust 26, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    What great inspiration this would be! Would love to win.

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  46. d r e wAugust 26, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    me me me! i have the first book in this series and i'd love the second.

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  47. JaniceAugust 26, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    I need this...volume 1 is lonesome!

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  48. LindaAugust 26, 2011 at 5:37 PM

    What a beautiful looking book! Don't the fish look as if they could swim away? Thanks for the opportunity to review it! Linda

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  49. WandaAugust 26, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    I would love to win this one. I love the first book so this one would look great next to it.

    If you just change your comments to "pop up window" no one will have trouble leaving you a comment.

    msfab14 at yahoo.com

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  50. AnonymousAugust 26, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    Love the blog hop and the book is a nice collection of several SAQA artists...thanks for hosting this review of Vol. 2. My Best, joni

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  51. Vicki WAugust 26, 2011 at 6:28 PM

    Please count me in. I loved the first book and would love to get the 2nd one too!

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  52. Nancy SchlegelAugust 26, 2011 at 7:06 PM

    Hope you grab my name-I'd love to win the book.

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  53. JanAugust 26, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    Mercenary comment.

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  54. BethAugust 26, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    Twelve by twelve is one of my favorites. I'd love to add this to my library. Thanks for the chance to enter.

    wordygirl at earthlink dot net

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  55. TawneyAugust 26, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    will try different computer and different browser - i WANT to comment,,,,, (did it work?)

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  56. ElizabethAugust 26, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    Thanks for adding me to your list! Elizabeth

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  57. Bonny K.August 26, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    I would love a copy of the book. The cover art is very inviting! I'm sorry that you haven't gotten a copy to review yet.

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  58. RobbieAugust 26, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    If it's a book with fabric and thread I don't even care about the review! Sign me up!! Thanks much!

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  59. kathrynAugust 26, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    Recently found your blog and have been greatly enjoying it ever since. (When I saw the photo of the lizard carved in the tree stump, I realized we are neighbors!) Thank you for the chance to win this book. The first one was fabulous and I'll bet this one will be also.

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  60. WoolenSailsAugust 26, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    I would definitely love to win a copy of the book, love art pieces and hope to do some myself this year.

    Debbie

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  61. DianeAugust 26, 2011 at 11:12 PM

    I would love to win a copy of the book.

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  62. Vivien ZepfAugust 26, 2011 at 11:20 PM

    I'd love a copy of the book, so please include me. I also love to do reviews, so I'm going to have to put my name into the Lark review-er pool too. I hope I get picked on both counts!

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  63. AnonymousAugust 26, 2011 at 11:25 PM

    I would love to win this book! Thank you for hosting the give away and for sharing your wonderful art work. Diane also

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  64. UnknownAugust 27, 2011 at 12:01 AM

    Everybody loves this book! I guess it really worths it. I will take a chance too! Thanks!

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  65. DarlaAugust 27, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    Thanks for participating in this blog roll; fun to see new things. I'd love cc of the book.

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  66. Martha GinnAugust 27, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    I've signed up for my name to be drawn no-telling-how-many-times, but here goes again. Wishing me luck. I have been following your blog on my Google reader.
    Martha Ginn

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  67. BarbAugust 27, 2011 at 1:00 AM

    I like free books! Especially when the subject is textiles, and patchwork in particular.

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  68. Dolores QuiltsAugust 27, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    I love quilting and textile books. Would love to win! Can't wait to read your review.

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  69. liberal sprinklesAugust 27, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    hahaa I would love to read the review but I want this already. Loved the first volume! Thanks for the chance to win.

    liberalsprinkles at gmail dot com

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  70. ElsAugust 27, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    Love the outside of the book.... would love to be able to look inside it!!

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  71. Hitch and ThreadAugust 27, 2011 at 2:47 PM

    Hi,

    I enjoy reading your blog and seeing your daily photo de jour. The pothole one made me laugh! Thanks for your fine line piecing tutorial, it's very helpful.

    I would love to win a copy of this book, it would be very happy at my house. I look forward to your review either way.

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  72. Jodi - usairdollAugust 27, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    I would love to be the lucky winner. I hear it is a beautiful book. Thank you for the chance to win.

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  73. DianeAugust 27, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    I really like the idea of blog hops like this. The opportunity to win a book motivated me to hop along from blog to blog and I'm benefiting hugely by being introduced to so many wonderful blogs. Yeah Lark for coming up with this concept.

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  74. JoanneAugust 27, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    Please pick me!!! I would love to have this book. Thanks.

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  75. AnonymousSeptember 1, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    I feel sure this is a book worth having, thank-you for the opportunity. grace:weftandwarp(at) hotmail(dot)com

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