A Christmas Giveaway to All

In celebration of the Christmas spirit, I want to offer that anyone who would like to advertise on my blog can do so for free for the entire month of December. If you have a store or etsy shop, I would love to give you the opportunity to share what you do or make with others. I know that this time of year can be often so commercial, but I do like to support small businesses or people who are making hand-made items. 


The only thing I ask is that you write a post for either the Love Train or the Peace Train (which could also be thought of as free advertising for you as well) and to share about it on your blog. You don't need to be a follower of any of my blogs, but if you are, than I will put your advertisement towards the top, as I do want to thank you for your friendship. Advertisement badges need to be smaller than 150pixel width and 100 height. I don't know how much interest there will be in this, but I will say that I will have to limit this to the first fifty people, since this is open to ANYONE. Also, if for some reason I feel like there is something inappropriate, I will also have discretion there. So, if you are interested, just leave a comment with a link to the post you have written or email me at awholelottalovetrain@gmail.com.

Also, I wanted to share with you my Youtube Christmas playlist. I have put together 200 songs, which I hope you enjoy. I know that there are always Christmas songs playing on the radio at this time of year, but I personally enjoy not having to listen to 'Santa Baby' twice in one hour. There is also little or no advertising interruptions, which is also a bonus. 

I love this cozy Christmas scene, don't you? 

Have a wonderful Thursday!

A Whole Lotta Love,

Adrienne

A Gift of Freedom...

Raptis Rare Books has kindly offered to give away a Signed First Edition of Jonathan Franzen's newest book, Freedom.  In its first day on sale the book ranked number one on Amazon and Oprah announced in September that it would be the newest of her book club selection, the first of the last season of the Oprah Winfrey Show.


Even if you are not a collector, this wonderful signed book would make a fantastic gift for someone who is. To win the book, valued at over $50, just be a follower and leave a comment. For two additional entries, spread the word about this giveaway on your own blog and let me know. 


Also included in this giveaway is two complimentary tickets to the Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair. This year’s fair takes place from November 12-14th at the Hynes Convention Center.


According to the fair’s website, “Over 120 rare book dealers from the United States, England, Germany and The Netherlands are expected to exhibit and sell rare, collectible and antiquarian books, modern first editions, manuscripts, autographs, maps, atlases, and a plethora of other literary ephemera. Fine and decorative prints will also be featured.”


In this age of the internet, it makes it easier than ever to find the specific rare book, manuscript, or ephemera you may be searching for. But one of the great joys of book collecting is to see and touch all the amazing and wonderful bits of history that an antiquarian book fair has to offer. It also allows you to really see for yourself and inspect the book you are hoping to purchase. If you’ve never been to an Antiquarian Book Fair, it is sure to be an experience you will never forget. 


The normal cost of the fair is $15 for Friday and $8 for Saturday or Sunday. As this is a regional fair, I understand that there may be more limited interest. But let me know if you would like the book, the tickets, or both in your entry. The Giveaway will go until midnight on Monday and a winner will be randomly chosen next week. Good luck!


Raptis Rare Books is also currently having a sale of 10% off anything on the website, so if you are looking for a holiday gift for a loved one (or yourself), its a great time to buy. Rare books are a gift that will be cherished for generations to come and are a very thoughtful idea for the book-lover.