Black Friday #Surrogacy Books Giveaway and Sale

Giveaway- 

The Baby Chase plus Once Upon A Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers.

(And 25% off my book Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers!)

I let you sleep in for this Black Friday deal. Giveaway ends December 6th, 2013!

I have 2 surrogacy books up for grabs-

The Baby Chase by Leslie Morgan Steiner

Book Description

Publication Date: November 5, 2013

From the New York Times bestselling author of Crazy Love comes a riveting new narrative about surrogate pregnancy from both sides of the equation—the parents and the gestational carrier.Once considered a desperate, even morally suspect option, surrogacy is now sweeping headlines, transforming the lives of celebrities like Sarah Jessica Parker, Nicole Kidman and Elton John, and changing the face of the American family. But how much do we really know about it? And is it really as easy and accessible – emotionally, financially, legally and physically – as magazines make it out to be? We often hear about successful outcomes, but little about the journey – about the precious hope that starts it all, the ups and downs of finding a surrogate, the heartache and obstacles, the risks and expenses at every step, or the unbelievable joy when years of determination pay off. In The Baby Chase, acclaimed writer Leslie Morgan Steiner weaves three stories together — of a nurse, a firefighter, and the Indian gestational carriers and doctors who helped them — to provide one intensely personal look at what makes surrogacy so controversial, fascinating, and in some cases, the only ray of hope for today's infertile parents-to-be.

Rhonda Wile and her husband Gerry struggled for years with infertility. With perseverance that shocked everyone around them, they tried every procedure and option available – unsuccessfully – until they finally decided to hire a surrogate. While surrogacy was being touted as a miracle for hopeful parents, for Rhonda and Gerry, it seemed an impossible and unaffordable dream. Until they came across the beaming smile of a beautiful Indian woman on the internet… and, within a few short months, embarked on a journey that would take them deep into the emerging world of Indian carriers, international medical tourism, and the global surrogacy community.

Moving, page-turning, and meticulously researched, this complex human story is paired with an examination of the issues—religious, legal, medical and emotional—that shapes surrogacy as a solution both imperfect and life-changing.
http://www.amazon.com/The-Baby-Chase-Surrogacy-Transforming-ebook/dp/B00DA6XKF8/ref=cm_cr_pr_pb_i
(I noticed Amazon is offering 30% off books until December 1st. Enter code BOOKDEAL at checkout. Restrictions apply)

Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers by Jill Hancock Reeder (aka ME)

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/9887291-once-upon-a-surrogate

4.45 of 5 stars 4.45  (stars out of 5)·   rating details  ·  11 ratings  ·  10 reviews

Have you ever wondered what is like to be a surrogate mom? Jill Hancock Reeder describes what it is like to be a “helper”- a stork if you will in children’s terms. Jill has been a surrogate before. She knows what it is like. Illustrations for the book are created by none other than her own children! It is simply beautiful!

If you or your children have ever wondered what is like to be a surrogate, I would highly recommend this book. You can catch a small glimpse of what it is like to be an incubator to someone who can’t have any children of their own. You can teach your children there is more than one way to have children.
And if you yourself are struggling to have children perhaps surrogacy might be the answer for you!

Order your copy or learn more including reviews and blog posts at http://surrogacybooks.blogspot.com

At this time, the book can only be ordered directly through the author at the above address. If requested, you can receive a signed copy. Thank You.(less)

Learn More about Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers-

http://surrogacybooks.blogspot.com

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Surrogacy-Books/164401093599033

https://twitter.com/SurrogacyBooks

www.cafepress.com/storkhelpers

25% off for a limited time with this special link-

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Celebrating the 2 year anniversary of Once Upon a Surrogate: the Stork's Helpers

To celebrate the 2 year anniversary of my book Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers, (released 10/10/10) I am hosting a giveaway. And/or you can order your own copy at a discounted price, right here, right now)

Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers 

ISBN: 978-1-4507-3642-8

Order now at a Very Special Discounted Price!

Order safely and securely right here through:

Please add a note including your name if you want a signed copy.

I apologize, my 10% off button wasn't working. I'm not sure if it ever worked. This button should work just fine. I have discounted my book even further to make up for this. Instead of $16.95, you can order a copy for $13.01. With shipping/handling  ($3.99) this makes an even $17.00 total. I will leave this special pricing available through Christmas. Sorry for the inconvenience! Now is a great time to stock up to give to surrogates, intended parents and children.

Up for grabs I have 2 copies to giveaway as well as 1 child t-shirt. ( Ash Grey M 10-12) 

   

If you are an intended parent and not sure how to tell your child about their surrogate mother, this book is a wonderful tool. It is also wonderful for surrogates to show the love they experience as a surrogate with their own children or as a gift to their surrogate children.

What others have to say about the book:

Have you ever wondered what is like to be a surrogate mom? Jill Hancock Reeder describes what it is like to be a "helper"- a stork if you will in children's terms. Jill has been a surrogate before. She knows what it is like. Illustrations for the book are created by none other than her own children! It is simply beautiful!

If you or your children have ever wondered what is like to be a surrogate, I would highly recommend this book. You can catch a small glimpse of what it is like to be an incubator to someone who can't have any children of their own. You can teach your children there is more than one way to have children. And if you yourself are struggling to have children perhaps surrogacy might be the answer for you! 

Snyopsis by Alexes Covington
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2010

First Review for Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers

This book is fantastic! It was great to be able to read it to my children and see that them realize what surrogacy is. They really enjoyed the story and so did I, I think that it really helped them to understand the whole concept of surrogacy.

I have two boys who are young (6 & 4) and they loved this book and have asked me to read it to them several times since we received it and I am more than happy to do it!

I would recommend this book to surrogates and intended parents alike, this is a great way to teach your children what you do for other people or to teach them about their beginning. Thank you Jill for writing such a lovely book, I have been looking for something like this since I started my first journey and finally my search is over!

-Sarah 

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Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers

Wed, 11/17/2010 

Submitted By :

Maryann507

For most of us, when we're sick or when something unexpected comes up, we can take a personal day from work. But what happens when the Stork gets sick? I mean, babies still need to be delivered, right?

That's why he inlisted special helpers, called Surrogates! Although surrogates can't carry babies in their mouths, they can still carry them in their bellies!

One special surrogate is Jill Hancock Reeder, who received that very important call back in 2005. Jill grew up in Utah, where she currently resides with her Navy hubby and high school sweetheart, along with their three beautiful young children.

Her husband was an avid blood donor, but Jill wanted to do something more. After contemplating egg donation, she came across the idea of surrogacy. With extensive research and help from another online surrogacy community, Jill was able to make her dreams come true, and help other families who weren't able to have children. In fact, not only is she surrogate mom to a little girl, but also to twin boys! To read more about Jill and her decision to become a surrogate, please visit her blog, at http://mormonsurrogate.blogspot.com

Jill was inspired to share her experiences as a surrogate in her new book, Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers. I received a copy, and thought it was a great story to be told, even though I have never been involved in surrogacy. It is told from the perspective of her children, from how they handled the experience to how they were involved. Jill even involved her children as her illustrators for the book and her father as her printer and consultant!

Jill has even designed merchandise for surrogates and intended parents, using unique phrases and sayings. My personal favorite is "I'm not the mom, I'm just the stork"---I think it would be a whole lot easier when talking to inquisitive passerbys that always want to talk about your pregnancy! You can see her entire collection at http://surrogacybooks.blogspot.com

So if you've ever wondered what it would be like to be a surrogate mother, or to teach your children that there is more than one way to have a baby, this book would make a great addition to your bookshelf!

Back to the giveaway-
Each copy will be signed if desired and will include bookmarks and stickers.
I will continue the celebration for the rest of October offering my book at 10 percent off. (you can even order below)

To enter the giveaway please spread the word through Twitter (mention @surropepperbird or @surrogacybooks or link to http://surrogacybooks.blogspot.com or link to this very blog post)  or Facebook or your own blog and send me the link at pepperbird@gmail.com.

If you don't already follow me on Facebook or Twitter, you can do that as well, just let me know.

My Facebook Fan Pages:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Mormon-Surrogate/129139433785474

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Surrogacy-Books/164401093599033


My Twitter Pages:

https://twitter.com/surropepperbird

https://twitter.com/surrogacybooks


Or leave the link here in my blog as a comment. Comments here will count as 1 entry, Facebook and Twitter activity will count as 2 entries. Whatever you do, please include a short sentence of why you are interested in the book.

http://www.cafepress.com/surropepperbird

Twelve Months by Steven Manchester (book review and giveaway)

I was recently sent Twelve Months by Steven Manchester to review. It sounded like a great book and I couldn't wait to dive in.

I absolutely loved this book. It was beautiful from beginning to end. I really got consumed in the story.

It is about a man Don DiMarco who finds out he has cancer. He decides that he better start living. He has a few adventures by himself and with his wife. Along the way he learns some important life lessons. It was a very touching story and it was well written.

From Amazon.com:


(You can't really click to look inside unless you go to Amazon, so if you want to, click on the link at the top)

Book Description

Release Date: August 14, 2012

Don DiMarco has a very good life – a family he loves, a comfortable lifestyle, passions and interests that keep him amused. He also thought he had time, but that turned out not to be the case. Faced with news that might have immediately felled most, Don now wonders if he has time enough. Time enough to show his wife the romance he didn’t always lavish on her. Time enough to live out his most ambitious fantasies. Time enough to close the circle on some of his most aching unresolved relationships. Summoning an inner strength he barely realized he possessed, Don sets off to prove that twelve months is time enough to live a life in full.
A glorious celebration of each and every moment that we’re given here on Earth, as well as the eternal bonds that we all share, TWELVE MONTHS is a stirring testament to the power of the human spirit.

If you're looking for the next great book to read, this is it. If you would like a copy for yourself just let me know and I will be happy to pass it on and share the joy. (although I'd be fine to hang on to it too)

* Only 1 lucky duck gets a copy

Leave comments here along with a way to contact you if you win. I will pick a winner soon.

Happy Reading!

Have I got a treat for you! A wonderful book giveaway, Dancing On Broken Glass by Ka Hancock

The giveaway is over, just wanted to add my review now that I've finished reading it....

This book actually took my breath away. I feel renewed and inspired. It was a book that I wanted to keep reading and not put down, yet as I drew near the end, I wanted to savor every last page and not let it end. Ka did a wonderful job with setting, characters, story-line, the whole 9 yards. She draws you into the book, into their lives and you feel emotions and it touches you. You think you might know what's coming up, but it's not what you think exactly, and then there's so much more. It's an amazing book and a beautiful story, every bit of it.





I am lucky enough to be giving away 3 copies of a popular, new novel titled Dancing on Broken Glass by Ka Hancock. (Utah author)

Dancing on Broken Glass was recently released on 3/13/2012. (Gallery Books)

ISBN

1451637373 (ISBN13: 9781451637373)

"Hancock’s debut is an authentic tearjerker--an intimate and touching story that will remain in readers’ hearts." 

Publishers Weekly

About the book:
An unvarnished portrait of a marriage that is both ordinary and extraordinary, Dancing on Broken Glass takes readers on an unforgettable journey of the heart.

Lucy Houston and Mickey Chandler probably shouldn’t have fallen in love, let alone gotten married. They’re both plagued with faulty genes—he has bipolar disorder; she, a ravaging family history of breast cancer. But when their paths cross on the night of Lucy’s twenty-first birthday, sparks fly, and there’s no denying their chemistry.

Cautious every step of the way, they are determined to make their relationship work—and they put their commitment in writing. Mickey will take his medication. Lucy won’t blame him for what is beyond his control. He promises honesty. She promises patience. Like any marriage, there are good days and bad days—and some very bad days. In dealing with their unique challenges, they make the heartbreaking decision not to have children. But when Lucy shows up for a routine physical just shy of their eleventh anniversary, she gets an impossible surprise that changes everything. Everything. Suddenly, all their rules are thrown out the window, and the two of them must redefine what love really is.

To enter the giveaway, check out the following links to read more about DOBG and then let me know you'd like a copy and tell me why. You can comment right here on my blog post (below), or on my FB page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Mormon-Surrogate/129139433785474.

Remember there are 3 copies to give away, so tell your friends, spread the word. Your mama taught you to share, right? The 3 lucky winners will be chosen on next Friday March 30, 2012 and announced shortly after.


You can learn more about Ka and Dancing on Broken Glass 
on Facebook: Ka Hancock/ Dancing on Broken Glass FB Page

Her website: http://kahancock.com/

Her blog: http://kahancock.com/blog/

You can read reviews here: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/12245809-dancing-on-broken-glass
Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/KaHancock1

Deseret News article: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/print/865551912/Book-review-Dancing-on-Broken-Glass-explores-heartwarming-journey-of-challenges-commitment.html

Interview: http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/952535/author-ka-hancock-on-dancing-on-broken-glass

You can order here: http://www.amazon.com/Dancing-Broken-Glass-Ka-Hancock/dp/1451637373/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1332367233&sr=1-1

P.S. Not to brag or anything, but Ka is my sweet, dear aunt and is absolutely adorable. I have a signed copy of DOBG and will always treasure it. I'm on page 102 and loving it! Ka is awesome in so many ways and I'm so very proud and excited for her and her book. She has absolutely inspired me to pick up my pen and start writing again. (without knowing it)

My book up for auction and giveaway ends tomorrow

Here is a wonderful opportunity to buy my book on Ebay for a heckuva deal! It usually retails at $16.95. Bids start at $9.99 or you can Buy It Now for $14.95. As always, I will sign if desired and send stickers and bookmarks while they last. Auction ends Oct 25, 201109:26:44 PDT.
Don't wait, check it out Now:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/190589869771?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649#ht_517wt_1270

Also, a quick reminder that if you are an Intended Parent or Surrogate you can enter to WIN a FREE copy of Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers. Just let me know which you are.
Giveaway ENDS tomorrow, Friday October 21, 2011.

Thanks!

~Jill @ Mormon Surrogate

Looking for Elise who won a copy of Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers

Thank you for all the birthday wishes for my sweet little surro-babe (girl) who turned 5 on August 1st.  I was pleasantly overwhelmed by all the interest in my book and have randomly chosen a winner. Congratulations to Elise! Please e-mail me at pepperbird@gmail.com (subject giveaway winner) so I can send you your book. If I don't hear from you in the next few days I'll have to pick another winner.

Thanks!

5 years ago today, I earned my wings

August 1, 2006 is a date I will always proudly remember. It will always make me smile and warm my heart and bring the sweetest tears to my eyes. On that day, my 1st surrogacy adventure came to an end as little S______ was born. That day I earned my wings as one of God's angels on earth. Happy Birthday S______!

Much Love,

Jill

If you are longing to hear more, you can read my post from last year about her birth: http://mormonsurrogate.blogspot.com/2010/08/my-100th-post-4-years-ago-today-august.html


Or you could check out the book I wrote that is all about my first experience: http://surrogacybooks.blogspot.com which can be ordered at http://surrogacybooks.blogspot.com/p/book-orders.html

Ok,ok, to celebrate, I'll offer a FREE signed copy of my book today only! Just post a comment (about the book, or wishing my surrobaby a Happy Birthday) here on this blog post, here or here or here or here ...if it's easier tweet to @surropepperbird or @surrogacybooks.

I will allow one entry per comment and choose a winner soon.

Thank you for all the responses. Please make sure I have a way to find you if I need to contact you as the winner. pepperbird@gmail.com


* Update: 8/7/11- Giveaway has ended! Thank you for all the birthday wishes for my sweet little surro-babe (girl) who turned 5 on August 1st.  I was pleasantly overwhelmed by all the interest in my book and have randomly chosen a winner. Congratulations to Elise! Please e-mail me at pepperbird@gmail.com subject giveaway winner so I can send you your book. If I don't hear from you in the next few days I'll have to pick another winner.

Easter Weekend Giveaway (and book savings for the rest of the month)

What better time for a Giveaway than Easter Weekend? Enter now through Sunday night.

Let's celebrate Spring and Birth and The Resurrection.

Up for grabs:

• A signed copy of Once Upon a Surrogate: The Stork's Helpers by Jill Hancock Reeder (that's me actually) with stickers and bookmarks (the book will also be on sale for the rest of the month @ $3 off, plus buy 3 get 1 free)

• $10 to buy something Springy for your home from Scentsy (good through me only)

You can enter one or both giveaways. I will randomly select 1 winner for each.

How to Enter:

Please leave a comment about which giveaway you'd like to be entered in and why. You can comment right here on this post.

For additional entries (1 each):

Follow me on Twitter

Follow Surrogacy Books on Twitter

 Tweet about the giveaway on Twitter of course. (please add "courtesy of @surropepperbird" in your tweet)

 Comment on my Mormon Surrogate Facebook Fan Page 

 Comment on my Surrogacy Books Facebook Fan Page

Become a fan of 1 or both pages above

Follow my blog if you aren't already following

Follow through Google friend connect

Follow Surrogacy Books

Spread the news about this giveaway in your own clever way

E-mail me why you are entering. If you're entering for the book, tell me what interests you about it. If you're wanting Scentsy, tell me what you'd order.

Please please please e-mail me to let me know what you've done to earn extra entries so I can keep track. Thank you!   :)

Winners will be announced Monday, April 25, 2011 right here on my blog. So stay tuned and good luck.

Happy Easter and have a wonderful weekend!

Surrogacy and Embryo, Sperm and Egg Donation: What Were You Thinking? (review and giveaway)

Surrogacy and Embryo, Sperm, & Egg Donation: What Were You Thinking?: Considering IVF & Third-Party Reproduction by Theresa M. Erickson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I can't imagine that there is a more thorough guide out there in regards to IVF, surrogacy, etc. This book has it all covered.

Theresa steps you through it all and offers up great advice along the way. This book is well researched and well written.

I especially liked the top 10 myths with third-party family building. There are so many links and resources. The only thing missing is the mention of my book as a resource. However, my book hadn't been written yet, so I forgive her for not adding it.   :)

You can keep referring to this book at any stage in your journey.

Even as an experienced surrogate, I learned a lot from this book. Whether you are just starting out or experienced in any way, this is a must read! On my blog, people have come to me for advice and I'm pointing them towards this book.

I agree with Theresa that it is so important to educate yourself when considering surrogacy, egg donation, etc. This is an excellent resource in doing so.
View all my reviews

Learn more about the book: http://www.ericksonlaw.net/surrogacy-and-embryo-sperm-and-egg-donation-what-were-you-thinking

You now have the opportunity to win your own copy. 1 winner, 1 copy.

How to earn entries:
1 each-
Leave a comment on this post
Become a fan of Theresa's on FB http://www.facebook.com/surrogacylawyer
Like her book on FB http://www.facebook.com/pages/Theresa-Ericksons-Surrogacy-and-Embryo-Sperm-Egg-Donation-Book/136278766412434
Follow her on Twitter http://twitter.com/TheSurrogacyLaw
Follow her blog http://www.surrogacyissuesblog.com/
Follow my blog http://mormonsurrogate.blogspot.com Please follow through Google Friend Connect if possible
Follow my surrogacy books blog http://surrogacybooks.blogspot.com
Become a fan of Mormon Surrogate on FB http://www.facebook.com/pages/Mormon-Surrogate/129139433785474
Become a fan of Surrogacy Books on FB http://www.facebook.com/pages/Surrogacy-Books/164401093599033
Follow me on Twitter www.twitter.com/surropepperbird

Then please e-mail me and let me know how many entries you've earned and how- pepperbird@gmail.com
PLEASE put in the subject line Surrogacy Lawyer Book Giveway.


ENDS Friday January 28, 2011