Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Contest for a Cause


Here’s how:


Today is the official online launch of the paperback of 100 Stories for Queensland.

Readers are invited to purchase a book on Amazon, in a nominated 24-hour period, with the intent to capitalize on the volume of sales to move the book up the Amazon bestseller list. The higher up the chart it is (we’re aiming for a spot in the top 100) the more visible it becomes, which may lead to even high sales.

The more books sold, the more money raised.

If you can’t buy on the day, you can add it to your wishlist. Every little bit counts.




Me and Holly Black


To enter to win a SIGNED copy of White Cat :


- Be a follower (1 point)

- Promote the contest or the 100 Stories Amazon link (1 point each: blog, twitter, facebook)

- Tally your points in the comment box and be sure to provide your e-mail address.


Optional to earn extra points: buy the book on Amazon TODAY (5 points)


100 Stories for Queensland is a charity anthology to assist the victims of the Queensland floods. Stories were donated by writers from across the globe (like me).

100% of the profit from the sale of the anthology will be donated to the Queensland Premier’s Flood Relief Appeal.


Thank you for your support of this worthy cause.


Love,

Theresa


P.S. Contest ends midnight EST, 05/18/11


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42 comments:

  1. Jessica BellMay 17, 2011 at 2:47:00 AM PDT

    Yay! :o) xoxo

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  2. Old KittyMay 17, 2011 at 3:29:00 AM PDT

    I've ordered 2 copies of the 100 stories of Queensland and am looking forward to receiving them!! Yay!!

    Good luck everyone entering!! Take care
    x

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  3. StinaMay 17, 2011 at 4:52:00 AM PDT

    What a great idea. :D

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  4. UnknownMay 17, 2011 at 4:55:00 AM PDT

    I love all of these Contest for Causes!!! It's so cool to see what our community is capable of!

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  5. Tara TylerMay 17, 2011 at 5:36:00 AM PDT

    i'm promoting for free today. thanks!

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  6. AnonymousMay 17, 2011 at 6:31:00 AM PDT

    Best wishes for the smashing success of 100 Stories for Queensland. I'm sending big houghts your way right now!

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  7. Bossy BettyMay 17, 2011 at 7:11:00 AM PDT

    A great cause!

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  8. Margo BensonMay 17, 2011 at 7:53:00 AM PDT

    A great cause - ours is already ordered!
    Good luck to everyone entering.

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  9. Talli RolandMay 17, 2011 at 8:12:00 AM PDT

    Yay! Is '100 Stories for Queensland' on Kindle? Must check it out so I can add it to my lovely new Kindle!

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  10. Vicki TremperMay 17, 2011 at 8:18:00 AM PDT

    I'm a follower and I tweeted the Amazon link and a link to your contest. I believe you have my email address. Now I'm going to check it out for Kindle.

    2 points for me. Good luck!

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  11. Jo Schaffer LaytonMay 17, 2011 at 8:40:00 AM PDT

    Tweeted, Facebooked and just placed my order on Amazon.
    Worthy cause-- best of luck!

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  12. Theresa MilsteinMay 17, 2011 at 8:43:00 AM PDT

    @ Talli, here's the link for the ebook:

    http://100storiesforqueensland.org/?p=191

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  13. Shannon O'DonnellMay 17, 2011 at 9:53:00 AM PDT

    I added it to my wish list. I'll come back later with the total of everything else. :-)

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  14. ShariMay 17, 2011 at 10:27:00 AM PDT

    Yay for helping out a great cause!

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  15. Golden EagleMay 17, 2011 at 11:07:00 AM PDT

    Hooray for a good cause! :D

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  16. UnknownMay 17, 2011 at 12:11:00 PM PDT

    Hey :) I don't ever buy from Amazon because it costs so much extra for delivery to South Africa... but I tweeted! And I'm a follower!

    https://twitter.com/#!/RachelMorgan13/status/70566650650427392

    +2

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  17. Elana JohnsonMay 17, 2011 at 12:35:00 PM PDT

    Off to buy the book! Thanks for reminding me.

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  18. Sophia ChangMay 17, 2011 at 2:24:00 PM PDT

    Go Theresa, it's your birthday, not really, party anyway.

    I RT'd Rachel's tweet:
    https://twitter.com/#!/RachelMorgan13/status/70566650650427392

    +2

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  19. JackeeMay 17, 2011 at 2:34:00 PM PDT

    So great there are authors willing to help out. So many natural disasters lately--every little bit helps! :o)

    Off to Amazon.

    Hugs!

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  20. Natalie AguirreMay 17, 2011 at 3:55:00 PM PDT

    Great idea. I added it to my wishlist. Thanks for the contest.

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  21. WritingNutMay 17, 2011 at 6:21:00 PM PDT

    Definitely a great cause :)

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  22. LTMMay 17, 2011 at 7:25:00 PM PDT

    This is so very cool, and even better that it's for a great cause! Best of luck~ :o) <3

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  23. SlamdunkMay 17, 2011 at 8:06:00 PM PDT

    Great idea and cause. I hope the effort goes well.

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  24. Hilary Melton-ButcherMay 18, 2011 at 12:11:00 AM PDT

    Hi Theresa .. great cause - it's on my wish list .. I'd love a Kindle or ipad .. to get some ebooks .. one day - best of luck with it all .. Hilary

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  25. AnonymousMay 18, 2011 at 4:38:00 AM PDT

    Great contest. Love the pic of you, too. Thanks for the heads up :O)

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  26. UnknownMay 18, 2011 at 6:07:00 AM PDT

    Promoted the Amazon link a few times on FB and Twitter, put it on my wish list, followed your blog.. and bought myself a copy or two....
    8 points..

    do I get an extra point for ALSO being a sub teacher in a similar situation as yours? ( grin!!!)

    am glad to find your site.. will be following with interest.

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  27. Denise Covey May 18, 2011 at 2:47:00 PM PDT

    I'm sorry I missed the slam dunk day for purchasing 100 Stories, but I'm off to buy it now. It'll be great to raise money in such an enjoyable way.

    Thanks for helping us!!!!

    Denise<3

    Romantic Friday Writers Second Challenge - LOST - Friday 20

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  28. AnonymousMay 18, 2011 at 5:20:00 PM PDT

    This is for such a worthy cause! I did buy it last week as an ebook. I'm looking forward to reading your story and the stories of several other bloggers I know personally.

    I've seen your lovely face on FB and put in a plug for it there. You're doing a great job with this for people who need help.

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  29. AnonymousMay 18, 2011 at 5:20:00 PM PDT

    And thank you for supporting me!

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  30. NasMay 19, 2011 at 12:45:00 AM PDT

    Congrats! You've come up with a super idea and are doing it for a good cause.

    All the best!

    (Don't put me in the draw, I've tweeted your link.)

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  31. AnonymousMay 19, 2011 at 7:44:00 AM PDT

    Adding to my Goodreads TBR today! Looking forward to reading the short stories--sound so intriguing!

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  32. Missed PeriodsMay 19, 2011 at 8:25:00 AM PDT

    Just ordered it. I am so excited.

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  33. Carol KilgoreMay 19, 2011 at 8:26:00 AM PDT

    A wonderful cause. I'm going to Amazon today.

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  34. Len LambertMay 19, 2011 at 8:55:00 AM PDT

    I better go and order it! :)

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  35. Susan FieldsMay 19, 2011 at 9:14:00 AM PDT

    Good luck with the contest - Holly Black is one of my favorite authors!

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  36. Lydia KangMay 19, 2011 at 12:16:00 PM PDT

    Ordered my copy yesterday. I can't wait to read your guys' pieces!

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  37. AnnMay 19, 2011 at 2:11:00 PM PDT

    I purchased the book and have read your, Jennifer's and Jessica's stories so far. Great reading.

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  38. Deniz BevanMay 19, 2011 at 6:29:00 PM PDT

    7 points for me! Waiting impatiently for my copy of 100 Stories...

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  39. UnknownMay 20, 2011 at 9:10:00 AM PDT

    What a great contest idea! Sounds like you got a good response, so I hope you were able to sell all kinds of copies and crack that top 100 or better!

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  40. cleemckenzieMay 21, 2011 at 9:13:00 AM PDT

    Super. Will do some Tweets etc. Always wonderful to be able to support causes for people in need.

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  41. Missed PeriodsJune 8, 2011 at 11:42:00 PM PDT

    I already received my copy. I loved your story.

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  42. Theresa MilsteinJune 9, 2011 at 2:54:00 AM PDT

    @ Missed Periods, thank you! That means a lot.

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