Monday, January 19, 2009

Giveaway - A Long Stone's Throw - Alphie McCourt


A Long Stone's Throw is the autobiography of Alphie McCourt. He's the youngest brother of Frank (Angela's Ashes) McCourt and Malachy (A Monk Swimming) McCourt. Both older brothers have written memoirs detailing their impoverished upbringing in Ireland and immigration to the United States and Alphie adds his voice to the memories.

You can listen to an excerpt here and read my review here.

Courtesy of Hachette Books, I have three audiobook copies to giveaway! Simply comment to be entered! Extra entry for linking. Open to both Canada and the US - no po boxes please. Ends Monday Feb. 9/09 at 6 pm EST.
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116 comments:

  1. AnonymousJanuary 19, 2009 at 10:36 AM

    I do most of my reading while at the Gold’s gyms in Boston they make my work out easier, while keeping me entertained at the same time.

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 19, 2009 at 11:11 AM

    I love Frank McCourt's books. Count me in for an entry. :)

    Valorie
    morbidromantic@gmail.com

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  3. Erika PowellJanuary 19, 2009 at 11:31 AM

    please enter me
    sports[dot]erikalynn[at]gmail[dot]com

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  4. Erika PowellJanuary 19, 2009 at 11:31 AM

    I also posted a link on my blog.
    http://kissmybook.blogspot.com/2009/01/simple-pleasures.html

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  5. Meg89January 19, 2009 at 11:47 AM

    Sounds great, please enter me!

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  6. AlyceJanuary 19, 2009 at 1:50 PM

    I would love to be entered!
    akreese (at)hotmail (dot) com

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  7. AnnaJanuary 19, 2009 at 2:34 PM

    Please enter me! I've posted a link in my sidebar!

    --Anna
    Diary of an Eccentric
    diaryofaneccentric AT hotmail DOT com

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  8. darbysclosetJanuary 19, 2009 at 5:40 PM

    I would enjoy this book for I'm familiar with the A. Ashes story...I bet this is a good one!
    I'm also trying to grow my audio book collection so winning this would be awesome!!
    Thanks so much,
    Darby
    darbyscloset at yahoo dot com

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  9. mindyJanuary 19, 2009 at 8:38 PM

    sounds intriguing thanks for the giveaway minsthins(at)optonline(dot)net

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  10. MOMFOREVERANDEVERJanuary 19, 2009 at 9:49 PM

    really sounds interesting!

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  11. Simply StacieJanuary 19, 2009 at 10:17 PM

    Please enter me in too :)

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  12. Annie1January 19, 2009 at 11:38 PM

    This sounds like a wonderful book! I'd love to win!

    Thanks


    nancyrobster@gmail.com

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  13. valerie2350January 20, 2009 at 12:38 AM

    fabulous - I'd love to win :)

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  14. valerie2350January 20, 2009 at 12:40 AM

    blogged
    http://sweeps4bloggers.blogspot.com/2009/01/bookwormsworld-alphie-mccourt-giveaway.html

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  15. BridgetJanuary 20, 2009 at 8:34 AM

    I've posted this on Win A Book. No need to enter the contest.

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  16. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 8:57 AM

    Would love to win this for my mom, she used to love to read but her eyesight does not even allow her to read large print books, she listens to them on tape/cd now and REALLY enjoys this.

    thanks for the contest.

    rmc1ra at aol dot com

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  17. AnyaJanuary 20, 2009 at 10:02 AM

    I loved audiobooks, so count me in. Thanks.

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  18. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2009 at 2:36 PM

    I like listening to audiobooks while I'm doing housework or laundry. As an Irish decendant, I would be most interested in reading this book.
    traymona[at]aol.com

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  19. Amy LJanuary 20, 2009 at 4:13 PM

    I listen to audiobooks while driving to/from work each day. It really helps the time go by quickly. Count me in for the contest. Thanks!
    aleach6179 AT gmail DOT com

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  20. ToniJanuary 20, 2009 at 6:20 PM

    I would love a chance to win this one. tonigomez at surewest dot net

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  21. Renee GJanuary 20, 2009 at 10:47 PM

    I loved Angela's Ashes and would like to read this as well.

    rsgrandinetti@yahoo.com

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  22. rubynrebaJanuary 21, 2009 at 10:56 PM

    I hope I can win this great book!

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  23. Francine AnchondoJanuary 22, 2009 at 6:49 PM

    Thanks this book sounds really interesting. Thanks for the giveaway.

    fmd518@inbox.com

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  24. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2009 at 9:12 PM

    I loved his brothers books and would love a chance to win this audio book and complete the trio
    ccaro (at) hotmail (dot) com

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  25. yadgirlJanuary 25, 2009 at 8:11 PM

    I love audiobooks. Thanks for your review.

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  26. KayeJanuary 27, 2009 at 8:36 AM

    I just love those Irish writers! Please enter me in the contest and I am putting up a link on my blog. Thanks!

    florida982002[at]yahoo[dot]com

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  27. jill190January 27, 2009 at 8:44 AM

    My ipod is loaded with audiobook for the gym and knitting.

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  28. SerenaJanuary 28, 2009 at 9:00 AM

    seems like all the McCourts are writing these days!

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  29. AnonymousJanuary 29, 2009 at 9:36 PM

    I love audiobooks and this one looks very interesting. Please enter my name in your draw. Thanks!

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  30. AnonymousJanuary 30, 2009 at 2:30 PM

    I would very much love an audio book. I have read all of Frank McCourt's books so I'm with ya on this one! Thanks!

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  31. Martha EskuchenFebruary 1, 2009 at 9:05 PM

    This sounds like an audio I would like - Irish accent and biography. I like to add those to my regular reading genres!

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  32. AnonymousFebruary 1, 2009 at 9:46 PM

    I have never listened to an audio but I would like to.
    Hope I win.
    Barb
    keysbmv@yahoo.com

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  33. Lady RoxiFebruary 2, 2009 at 4:41 PM

    Love to have this

    Thanks,

    darkfyre1(at)gmail(dot)com

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  34. EstelaFebruary 3, 2009 at 11:08 AM

    What a lovely giveaway..please enter me!!

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  35. CricketFebruary 3, 2009 at 9:05 PM

    I would love an entry!

    I follow your blog. Thank you!

    JodiMof3 at hotmail dot com

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  36. slyladyFebruary 6, 2009 at 6:36 AM

    I love audio books while I am busy at the computer, busy doing housework, busy exercising. I would love to win this audio book!!

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  37. mvernoFebruary 6, 2009 at 6:46 AM

    love to enjoy this one

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  38. AnonymousFebruary 6, 2009 at 7:49 AM

    This would be a great book to share with my English as a Second Language adult students.
    Thank you,
    Diane Baum
    dianesmb@aol.com

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  39. UnknownFebruary 6, 2009 at 8:39 AM

    I'd love to win!

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  40. cookiertFebruary 6, 2009 at 9:00 AM

    Would love to win this for my husband! He listens to audiobooks during his commute.

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  41. grandmapFebruary 6, 2009 at 9:32 AM

    Highly recommended.

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  42. catriona_sweepsFebruary 6, 2009 at 11:10 AM

    I have been listening to audiobooks during my commute, making the time I spend in my car enjoyable and relaxing. I would like to listen to this one; hopefully it's as good as Frank McCourt's.

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  43. AnonymousFebruary 6, 2009 at 11:37 AM

    Loved Angela's Ashes and would love to listen to the other brother's story as well. Count me in for this audiobook.

    apoalillo at hotmail dot com

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  44. AnonymousFebruary 6, 2009 at 11:37 AM

    Loved Angela's Ashes and would love to listen to the other brother's story as well. Count me in for this audiobook.

    apoalillo at hotmail dot com

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  45. boobles2February 6, 2009 at 12:11 PM

    I love to listen to audio books while I walk

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  46. abfantomFebruary 6, 2009 at 1:45 PM

    I'd love to win this audio book. Please enter me in your giveaway.

    abfantom (at) yahoo (dot)com

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  47. dwhoganFebruary 6, 2009 at 2:20 PM

    Good luck to all

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  48. AnonymousFebruary 6, 2009 at 4:17 PM

    Listening to an audio book is something I like to do in the evenings to relax. I'd love to have this one.

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  49. SharonFebruary 6, 2009 at 4:32 PM

    great prize...would love to win
    THANKS

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  50. AnonymousFebruary 6, 2009 at 5:47 PM

    I would like this.

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  51. bunnie3788February 6, 2009 at 5:51 PM

    Love to read. Love all sorts of book, would love the chance to win this book.

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  52. linettFebruary 6, 2009 at 6:45 PM

    would love to read this, amazing family

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  53. Miss SpokenFebruary 6, 2009 at 7:20 PM

    I just love his work
    gkstratos@yahoo.com

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  54. AnonymousFebruary 6, 2009 at 7:30 PM

    I'm a fan of the McCourts and love to listen to audiobooks in the car, so this would be great!
    pabav at aol dot com

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  55. AnonymousFebruary 6, 2009 at 7:37 PM

    This would be nice to listen to in my car.

    Nora
    neneelynn@yahoo.com

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  56. Princess Golden HairFebruary 6, 2009 at 7:45 PM

    i love angela's ashes. i'd love to read this book

    teechbiz a gmail dot com

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  57. MOMFOREVERANDEVERFebruary 6, 2009 at 8:40 PM

    mrs.mommyyatgmaildotcom

    how fun

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  58. AislingFebruary 6, 2009 at 9:37 PM

    Ah, and couldn't I listen all day to a writer/reader with an Irish brogue. I'd love to have a copy of this.

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  59. TerriFebruary 6, 2009 at 9:51 PM

    I would love to check this compelling audio book out. I think books unlock magical worlds!

    teraustin@mindspring.com

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  60. danosorFebruary 6, 2009 at 10:56 PM

    Please enter my name in contest.I am a subscriber.

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  61. AnonymousFebruary 7, 2009 at 12:39 AM

    please enter me

    delorezb@yahoo.com

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  62. AnonymousFebruary 7, 2009 at 1:57 AM

    I am a big fan of audio books. I play them in my car and on my Bose Wave at home.

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  63. chromiummanFebruary 7, 2009 at 2:37 AM

    love to win this

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  64. The Merry DeathFebruary 7, 2009 at 4:24 AM

    This looks interesting.
    meredycat*lycos*com

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  65. Carol ELFebruary 7, 2009 at 5:10 AM

    Please enter this bookworm. jelly15301@gmail.com

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  66. clc408February 7, 2009 at 6:20 AM

    I've read Frank McCourt and it would be interesting to read his brother's take on things. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  67. sweetsueFebruary 7, 2009 at 8:47 AM

    I read Angela's Ashes, and loved it! I would love to hear more about this family.
    smchester@gmail.com

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  68. ChristinaFebruary 7, 2009 at 8:48 AM

    Christina - xristya@rock.com - I've read both of Frank McCourt's novels and am looking for his book on being a teacher (what a long road to finally being able to write when he retired from teaching!) but have not read either of his brothers' books and would be particularly curious to read this one!

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  69. ZolyFebruary 7, 2009 at 10:19 AM

    Sounds like a good book.

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  70. mobrienFebruary 7, 2009 at 11:26 AM

    Frank's work was good, would like to hear Alphie's view.

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  71. silverbeleFebruary 7, 2009 at 12:30 PM

    I listen to books while driving and working out so I would enjoy Alphie McCort's book

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  72. SunnyvaleFebruary 7, 2009 at 1:25 PM

    I loved the McCourt's books, didn't know his brother was an author too, should be interesting.

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  73. AnonymousFebruary 7, 2009 at 2:58 PM

    I love Frank's books. I've read Malachy's book, so I'd love to hear Alphie's perspective.

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  74. bison61February 7, 2009 at 4:58 PM

    I'd love to win this audiobook

    tiramisu392 (at) yahoo.com

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  75. redronFebruary 7, 2009 at 5:51 PM

    want to win this

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  76. AndriaFebruary 7, 2009 at 7:55 PM

    Sounds like a very interesting book. I would love a chance to win

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  77. DeProFebruary 7, 2009 at 9:45 PM

    Nice giveaway. Count me in on this one.

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  78. Think about itFebruary 7, 2009 at 10:07 PM

    since my eyes have gotten worse, i prefer AUDIO books!!!

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  79. ky2hereFebruary 7, 2009 at 10:12 PM

    I'm ready to read this.

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  80. UnknownFebruary 8, 2009 at 12:28 AM

    Looks like a really good book!

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  81. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2009 at 12:30 AM

    lookin good add me please! - regnod(at)yahoo(d0t)com

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  82. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2009 at 1:48 AM

    I have yet to listen to an audio book I am such an avid reader I guess its just hard to change. Maybe this will give me the chance to try. Thanks

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  83. Christy G.February 8, 2009 at 2:10 AM

    Thanks for the giveaway!

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  84. JayfrFebruary 8, 2009 at 3:03 AM

    I'd really like to listen to this one. I've listened to two of Frank's books, and they were great. I listened to Malachy's book, and I thought he was way too full of himself. It'd be interesting to see which way this brother tells his story.

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  85. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2009 at 4:57 AM

    I want A Long Stone's Throw !

    captfree[at]excite[dot]com

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  86. BethFebruary 8, 2009 at 9:49 AM

    I've missed the McCourts! Can't wait to read this.

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  87. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2009 at 11:23 AM

    Please enter me into the contest.

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  88. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2009 at 11:58 AM

    I love the Audiobooks and would love a copy of A Long Stone's Throw by Alphie McCourt
    Amy (amyinkamloops *AT* gmail.com)

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  89. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2009 at 12:32 PM

    Anna
    gbsocalisurfer24@yahoo.com

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  90. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2009 at 3:56 PM

    My husband and I live by audiobooks.

    sharonaquilino at hotmail dot com

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  91. Ellie WrightFebruary 8, 2009 at 5:22 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway. Please enter me.

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  92. SeahorseLadyFebruary 8, 2009 at 5:23 PM

    He's a great author. Please enter me in your great giveaway.

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  93. dvice12February 8, 2009 at 6:03 PM

    Looks like a good book

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  94. AmyFebruary 8, 2009 at 6:19 PM

    This would be great for long drives. Certainly sounds like a great story.

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  95. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2009 at 6:42 PM

    Happy Weekend!

    theyyyguy@yahoo.com

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  96. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2009 at 8:49 PM

    I listened to the excerpt and it sounds like a good story. Thanks for the sweep. Alan

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  97. Jinxy and MeFebruary 8, 2009 at 9:20 PM

    I love the books of the other McCourt brothers!

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  98. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2009 at 9:24 PM

    i love audio books. they make the daily commute more interesting

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  99. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2009 at 11:23 PM

    I listen to audi books when I'm lifting weights or walking inside.

    finegal50 [at] sbcglobal.net

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  100. CanAmBlondFebruary 9, 2009 at 12:23 AM

    Looks like a great book, thanks for the chance to win.

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  101. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2009 at 8:56 AM

    Please enter me. Thanks!

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  102. bevFebruary 9, 2009 at 12:04 PM

    I bet this would be good! I love Frank McCourt's books, so I'm sure I would love this one, written by his brother. Thanks for having the contest!

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  103. demmiFebruary 9, 2009 at 12:53 PM

    would love to win the book con5459(at)gmail(dot)com

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  104. Betty CFebruary 9, 2009 at 2:10 PM

    I love audio books on long drives.

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  105. janetfayeFebruary 9, 2009 at 2:42 PM

    I would love to win and listen to this!

    Thank you!

    janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com

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  106. blown96cobraFebruary 9, 2009 at 2:53 PM

    Please count me in! I'd love to win this audiobook!

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  107. KathyFebruary 9, 2009 at 3:32 PM

    I listen to audio book in my car on the way to work. This book sounds interesting.

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  108. Charlene KuserFebruary 9, 2009 at 4:30 PM

    I have read Frank's book Angela's
    Ashes.Great book,it was enlightening.I would love to read his brother's book.Please enter me
    and thanks

    CharlieGurl57@aol.com

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  109. bettycdFebruary 9, 2009 at 4:54 PM

    Audio books are a great way to make commuting time fly by with much less stress.

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  110. /\Heather/\February 9, 2009 at 5:10 PM

    It would be interesting to hear the stories from various siblings. Count me in.

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  111. LuanneFebruary 9, 2009 at 6:34 PM

    This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to all who entered. Check the sidebar for ongoing offers!

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  112. lilykFebruary 9, 2009 at 6:44 PM

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  113. ZESTYWONDERLANDFebruary 9, 2009 at 6:59 PM

    I am crazy obessed about any kind of stories about Ireland or Scottland!
    This would be fantastic.
    I may have been born in the USA but I have a Celtic soul!

    zestywonderland@gmail.com

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  114. ZESTYWONDERLANDFebruary 9, 2009 at 7:00 PM

    I follow & subscribe!
    Thanks again~I love book giveaways & never owned an audio one!

    I could listen to it while taking a long hot bath!!!!!!!!!!!

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  115. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2009 at 7:27 PM

    Oh, enter me.

    I love to read!

    clarkmurdock@yahoo.com

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  116. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2009 at 8:05 PM

    This audiobook sounds great! I'd love to give it a listen! Thank you so much for the great contest.

    jlilleysprint@earthlink.net

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