Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Book Giveaway: The Reluctant Entertainer



Sandy is giving away a signed copy of her book:

1. Simply comment to win.

2. If you are following Simply...this.that.and the other you will be given an extra entry. {Please let me know}

3. Please join our blog if you would like an extra entry. {Please let me know}


Winner will be announced on Thursday, May 26th. Giveaway will end on Wednesday, May 25th at midnight PST.



The Book
In my NEW inspirational book, The Reluctant Entertainer, I relate to many apprehensive hostesses in real ways with genuine encouragement and advice. Emphasizing the forgotten goal of entertaining – connecting deeply with others – I show how women can use who they are and what they have to create memorable experiences.



Melissa, author of The Inspired Room
“The Reluctant Entertainer is my go-to guide for practical and inspiring ideas for opening my home to others. In her gracious and gentle way, Sandy helps us women move past our fears and personal hang-ups by providing the tools and perspective to make entertaining doable and enjoyable!”

The Nester, author of Nesting Place
“For any excuse-making woman who avoids inviting guests into her home, this book should be required reading. The Reluctant Entertainer gently unveils common misconceptions about entertaining and guides women to the freeing truth: The art of hospitality is about connection, not perfection. I wish I could have read this book fifteen years ago.”

Tsh Oxenreider, author of Simple Mom
“Sandy’s book is a wake-up call to women of today’s generation, who seem to have lost the conviction that relationships matter more than appearances. The Reluctant Entertainer gives women of all ages a much-needed boost of encouragement to take a step of faith and use their home in service to others. Filled with practical ideas, this book is a great tool for helping you flex those atrophied entertaining muscles!”

The Library Journal
“Too seldom does this column get to savor a good recipe. Coughlin mixes recipes—complete with almost luridly brilliant photographs—with adjurations on ways to make entertaining an opportunity for deeper connections with family and friends. Though not all women have the time or means for the labor expended here, Coughlin should find an audience. VERDICT This lavishly illustrated and warmly written guide emphasizes the Christian and faith-enriched aspects of Coughlin’s approach with such subtlety that it could easily find a place on the shelves of homemakers of all persuasions.”







With a beautiful full-color interior and photographs, this book is filled with more than 40 recipes, questions to spark conversations that draw people together, and practical tips and advice for creating a welcoming atmosphere. Would-be-hostesses will discover that true hospitality is not about being perfect, cooking a fancy meal, or spending a lot of money. Rather, it’s about an open door and an open heart!

I hope that you will enjoy this book and find a renewed sense of excitement and inspiration!


Thank YOU, Sandy for the giveaway! I can't wait to see who wins!

17 comments:

  1. This looks like a great book! I'd love to win! I follow you via GFC.

    Thank you!
    Tabitha
    arestfulplace @ gmail . com

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  2. Hi Lisa,
    i have been away from the blogosphere for a bit. I had an opportunity to post today and now am catching up on my visits. This looks like a great book Sandy. Count me in for comments and following. Lisa, I like your new "About me" photo. Really lovely! Have a great day!
    Doreen

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  3. I love Sandy's blog. All her ideas are so practical.

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  4. Hospitality is a virtue that I try to embrace in my life. A blessing for the giver and receiver. Please consider me for your book giveaway. I would love to try some of your ideas
    Thank you- Denise
    dajweber@aol.com

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  5. I would love to win! My husband thinks hospitality is my spiritual gift but I could always use the help. :)

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  6. I am also following this blog.
    What is the difference between joining the blog (#3) and following the blog (#2)?

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  7. I love Sandy and her book :) and you too,, Lisa!!

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  8. I have been following your blog and am so inspired by you. I have been on the recieving end of one of your meals, and felt truly blessed, and taken care of. I would love to bestow this feeling onto others! I would love to get some ideas on how to grow in hospitality! Thank you

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  9. I have been wanting this book...it looks like a wealth of information. I just found your blog today and am looking forward to looking at it. :)

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  10. I've been following your blog for a couple of weeks now, and loving every minute of it. You have some wonderful ideas and recipes here. Thanks for sharing.

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  11. Looks like an excellent and helpful book. When is your book coming out Lisa?

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  12. this book looks like exactly what i need! i want to entertain more but let fear and perfection get in the way.

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  13. Would LOVE to win this book,I love to follow you too Lisa,,YES you need a book too,,
    love from susan elliott~

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  14. Please consider me for this book- I love to entertain and am always looking for new ways to spoil my guests. It is a blessing to both the giver and receiver. Thanks for your blog!

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  15. I think I could put this book to good use. I would love to win it. I receive your updates via email/feedburner.

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  16. Read this through the library but would love to have my own copy!

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