Today is Buy a Friend a Book Day! Lisa K., of Lisa Ks Book Reviews, is promoting the event on Facebook. The concept is easy. On August 31, 2014 buy a friend a book! You could have bought the book earlier to give today. Or you can buy a book today and give it to your friend when you are able. The recipient doesn't need to be a friend either. He or she could be a family member, acquaintance, or a perfect stranger!
I think this idea is wonderful. It supports reading, friendship, and promotes the authors we love as well! I'm giving a few books away. I have one already, which I'll be mailing to my friend on Tuesday. I'll be giving an e-book to another friend today. I also plan on buying a "real" book or two and giving them to another friend...or two. And then there's you...my readers. I will mail a book, or send an e-book, to one of you as well. If you'd like a book from me all you have to do is comment on this post and tell me if you'd prefer me to mail you a "real" book (US readers only) or an e-book (any country, including US). Also let us know if you knew about this holiday prior to reading my post and if you plan on buying a friend a book. Also feel free to talk about your favorite types of books. Let me know your e-mail address so that I can contact you should Random.org choose your comment as the one winner.
Thank you, Kathi for featuring Book A Friend A Book Day! Author Laura Bradford and I were talking on evening about how there should be a day where people buy a book for someone for no reason at all. After talking to her, that evening I couldn't get the thought out of my head. So August 31, 2013, the first annual Buy A Friend A Book Day happened! People were so excited and it turned out wonderfully! I'm happy to say that this, the second annual Buy A Friend A Book Day is even bigger and better! Happy Buy A Friend A Book Day everyone!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing the genesis of this holiday! I'm so pleased you decided to promote the idea-here's to a wonderful day of books!
DeleteThis is such a great idea! I mailed my friend her book since we don 't live close. I would love a book from you! :-)
ReplyDeleteBuy a Friend a Book Day is the coolest idea ever! I enjoy buying books for my friends & relatives but I didn't know there was a day dedicated to doing so until I read you facebook post. I'm going to buy my cousin a book. She lives in Idaho & I live in Texas so we don't get to see one another very often but we chat on facebook all the time. I'd like an e-book if I'm lucky enough to be chosen by Random.
ReplyDeleteI had not heard of Buy a Friend a Book Day until I read this blog. Great idea! I'd love to win a book---paper is the best.
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Buy a Friend a Book day is a wonderful idea which I approve of highly. I send books to friends and relatives regularly and give friends in town books that I know they will enjoy. I have been giving out books to friends for years since I want them to appreciate and enjoy books. I would love a print book. Many thanks for this special giveaway. saubleb(at)gmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteBeing an avid reader this idea appeals to me very much. Buy a Friend a Book Day is also close to my heart since books are so meaningful and unforgettable. For gifts for my close family I give gifts tor the kids and adults. This book would be for my sister who I rarely see but keep in touch with regularly. A print book would be idea. Thanks for this great feature. elliotbencan(at)hotmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteOkay, they say "third time's a charm", so I will try one more time...
ReplyDeleteI prefer a real book and I did know about Buy a Friend a Book Day.
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I recently mailed a box of 22 books all published this year to my cousin. She is also a fan of cozies, so I wanted to share some of my favorites with her. eBook works for me. Bobbipad at gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteBarbara, amazing! Thank you for spreading not only the love of books, but the love of cozies!
DeleteWow! I'm sure envious of your cousin!
DeleteLove the ideal of by a friend a book day. I like getting real books. My favorite books are cozy mysteries.
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Thanks everyone for reading my blog and commenting. Petite is our random winner!
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