About the time I was giving away that extra copy of Laura Childs' "Oolong Dead" a few weeks ago, I got a lovely e-mail from the author herself (whose real name is Gerri Schmitt), thanking me for my review and also noting that the comments about her tea shop mysteries from you blog readers were "just so wonderful and heartwarming." Now isn't that neat, knowing that an author we like enjoyed reading our words about her work? She also asked if I would be interested in giving away some copies of her new book in another series she is writing, and of course I said yes.
I haven't yet read "Eggs in Purgatory," first in the Cackleberry Club Mysteries, but Gerri/Laura (I don't know what to call her!) says the book is "about 3 forty-plus women who run the Cackleberry Club cafe. Besides a fun mystery, the book also includes tea, recipes, knitting, cake decorating, and a dash of spirituality."
So I'm game to check out this new series. Are you? I'll be keeping one of these books to read myself and giving away the other four, and all of them are autographed! So if you'll leave a comment between now and 7 a.m. tomorrow, you'll actually have a pretty good chance of winning one of these books. Good luck!
About the time I was giving away that extra copy of Laura Childs' "Oolong Dead" a few weeks ago, I got a lovely e-mail from the author herself (whose real name is Gerri Schmitt), thanking me for my review and also noting that the comments about her tea shop mysteries from you blog readers were "just so wonderful and heartwarming." Now isn't that neat, knowing that an author we like enjoyed reading our words about her work? She also asked if I would be interested in giving away some copies of her new book in another series she is writing, and of course I said yes.
I haven't yet read "Eggs in Purgatory," first in the Cackleberry Club Mysteries, but Gerri/Laura (I don't know what to call her!) says the book is "about 3 forty-plus women who run the Cackleberry Club cafe. Besides a fun mystery, the book also includes tea, recipes, knitting, cake decorating, and a dash of spirituality."
So I'm game to check out this new series. Are you? I'll be keeping one of these books to read myself and giving away the other four, and all of them are autographed! So if you'll leave a comment between now and 7 a.m. tomorrow, you'll actually have a pretty good chance of winning one of these books. Good luck!
How nice of Laura/Gerry to provide you with copies of her new book! and, it is very nice of you to be willing to give away copies. Count me in the drawing.
ReplyDeleteooooh! what fun. i would love to read a book in her new series. please cound me in the drawing!!!
ReplyDeletePlease, include me!
ReplyDeletewow angela this is great! i learned about the tea shop series when you had the giveaway and have been immersed in that series every since! lol then one of my internet friends asked me what i was reading so i went to laura child's webpage to give this friend a link to the series to view herself, and happened to notice the first installment on this new series! sounds just wonderful! please throw my hat in the ring also! thanks for being so generous! hugs :)
ReplyDeleteThis is exciting, Angela - Gerry Schmitt reading your tea blog! And how generous of her to provide copies of her new book for your giveaway.
ReplyDeleteThe Cackleberry Cafe sounds like a wonderful series. I can tell already that the characters will be easy for me to relate to. How could I not enjoy reading about their interests (tea, recipes, knitting, etc.) with a good mystery mixed in. I can't wait to read them.
This would be a great way to start reading this series. I am on Book 5 of the Tea room ones-they are circulating our Sunday School class
ReplyDeleteWell how cool is that! I'm always looking for something new to read. :)
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Sheri
How great Angela! How thrilling that she reads your blog! Also, it is very generous of her (and you) to share with us! Please count me in.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely sign me up. Even if I don't win it is fun knowing the new series is on it's way! Thanks Angela & "Laura"! My future 11 year old step-grand daughter is enjoying the tea series now as well!
ReplyDeleteThis is right up my alley Angela; a new series revolving aroung the food industry!! LOL...Laura Childs is my favorite, of course, with her tea shop mysteries! Please enter me in your giveaway! Susan T.
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Angela - Would LOVE a second chance to win a copy of one of the books! The book is about everything I love and the age of the characters is close to my age!
ReplyDeleteFINGERS CROSSED!!!
Hi, again, too. I wrote with last give away that I've read all of the tea mysteries and I have to admit that I've read EIP. However, Laura Childs's books are the only ones I have reread because they are so fun to read! (I don't normally reread books.) Her characters are so life-like and her descriptions of food are just yummy.
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ReplyDeleteCackleberry Cafe! What a really fun name for a place! I can hardly wait to find out just what they serve there! Does mystery always involve murder? I sure hope that no one THERE dies laughing! (Of course, that would beat a number of other alternatives).
Not having won, I am curious to know just who the illustrator of the cover happens to be. . .do you suppose that is a pseudonym (nom de plume [or charcoal pencil]),as well?
I would love to win one of Laura/Gerry's new books.
ReplyDeleteHow nice that Laura Childs let you know she welcomed our comments of her tea room mysteries. I'm sure this next series will be a hit with her readers also.
ReplyDeletePlease count me in, Angela. And, thank you for sharing your bounty with us.
How nice of you and Laura to offer these books to share!
ReplyDeleteI have enjoyed reading the tea mysteries by Laura. It would be great to start a new series. Please include me in your giveaway. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteHow cool! Since I've been a recipient of great stuff from you, I'll not enter - but it's cool how she contacted you!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to read a book in Laura's new series, add me to the drawing!! I'm new to your blog, and have loved the daily insights you share with us....
ReplyDeleteI have just found your blog, and greatly enjoy reading about your tea tasting adventures--as well as your vintage finds! Please count me in for your drawing.
ReplyDeleteWow - how delightful that you get some goodies to give away. Sounds like an interesting read!
ReplyDeleteHi, I would love to have a chance to win one of Laura's new books. Count me in, too! Thanks for sharing with your readers. Judy
ReplyDeleteShe's so sweet, and you are too! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteTea, recipes, knitting, cake decorating all in one book??? What more could you ask for!
ReplyDeleteI just finished her "Oolong Dead" and enjoyed it just like I did all the others. Would love a chance to win a copy of the first installment of her new series. Thank you for sharing.
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ReplyDeletePlease sign me up for the book. I've been reading your blog and learning about tea from you for over a year. This is my first post. My husband had to help me figure out how to sign up! I'm computer-challenged. I've read none of the Laura Childs books, but, you've inspired me to begin!
ReplyDeleteMade it just in time!!! Very fun give away!! Thanks Angela and Laura :-)!!!tammyp
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ReplyDeletemy daughter & I enjoy a good read.
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ReplyDeleteI'm on the wrong day.
Hi, please count me in if I'm not too late
ReplyDeleteLooks like I probably missed the giveaway. Oh well, I enjoyed visiting your tea blog.
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