Happy (almost) Canada Day, everyone!!
To celebrate my love for this awesome country I've decided to take part in the Canada Day Blog Hop, hosted by Aislynn, Chrystal, and Carmel.
Here are the prizes:
1 winner will receive a book of their choice (up to $15, so if you can find 2 under $15, even better!) by a Canadian author. I am also willing to preorder for any 2012 titles yet to be released.
Here are just a few examples of YA books by Canadian authors:
There are so many great Canadian YA authors including Lesley Anne Cowan, Kelley Armstrong, Lesley Livingston, Alyxandra Harvey, Denise Jaden, Jeyn Roberts, Sarah Mlynowski, Y.S. Lee, Jessica Martinez, Eileen Cook, Moira Young, Kenneth Oppel, Megan Crewe, Jo Treggiari, Janet Gurtler ... and the list goes on! (Your choice doesn't have to be a YA title, that's just what I'm most familiar with.)
I will also be giving away 5 swagpacks, made up of the following...
I have items from Canadian authors Kenneth Oppel, Rhiannon Paille, Catherine Austen, Megan Crewe, Kelley Armstrong, and Denise Jaden, as well as bookmarks from Razorbill Canada and cool library cards from Open Book Toronto, and tons of other great stuff from non-Canadian authors as well.
The details:
- Open internationally (everywhere for swag, and everywhere Book Depository ships for the book)
- 5 winners (1 "grand prize" winner will receive the book of choice as detailed above AND a swag pack which will include the larger swag items; 4 other winners will receive a 'regular size' swag pack)
- Ends July 2 at 12:01 am EST
- I will email each winner for their mailing address & they will have 72 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen
- To enter, fill out the Rafflecopter below (From 1 - 8 entries available)
a Rafflecopter giveaway
Here are links to the other blogs participating in the hop. Have fun entering, and Happy Canada Day!!!
This California girl has been Canada-obsessed forever, and why wouldn't I be? I especially love the bands--Sloan, the Joel Plaskett Emergency, and so many others. So many great Canadian actors, athletes (I love hockey--go Sharks!), and authors, too. Happy Canada Day to you, and thanks!
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My friend would adore you, she LOVES those bands!
DeleteProud Canadian here.... LOVE Canadian Maple Syrup and HOCKEY!!! GO LEAFS GO!!! lol (I know, I know... crappy team right?) ;) hahaha
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I've never been in Canada but most of my fave singers and comedian are born there, like Jim Carey and Celine Dion.
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Favorite thing about Canada?
ReplyDeleteProbably Canadian Shows!
For some reason we have always gotten a ton of Canadian TV here in Mexico, particularly children's programs.
Even my Mum liked Ready or Not - way back in the 1990's! - which aired for years and years here on re-runs. And I had an obsession with Emily of New Moon.
Oh man, I watched Ready or Not all the time!!
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I tried but I caught it in the middle so I never really got into it. Though I did watch the odd episode here and there.
DeleteSweet giveaway! One thing I miss about Canada is the HNL. We don't get that here in Manila where I am currently teaching.
ReplyDeleteThe good news is that I am celebrating Canada day with a BBQ and some beers here this weekend. Even better news is that I will be back in Canada (Toronto) in mid July.
It's very peaceful and I LOVE a lot of the children's shows!
ReplyDeleteI've never been to Canada, so actually this is a tough one!But I know that French is one of Canada's official languages beside English. I think it's kinda special, having people around you speak French without being in France LOL
ReplyDeleteSri Lanka is about as far from Canada that you can get but I do envy you the wide open spaces.
ReplyDeleteMy favourite thing about Canada is the people. I like the mentality of "we're all in it together and let's help each other and be good neighbours" instead of the dog eat dog mentality that's prevalent in a lot of other countries.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the giveaway and for participating in this year's hop!
Since I've never been to Canada, my favorite thing or I should say person is Canadian author Lynsay Sands.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite things about canada: the people ( and the music)
ReplyDeleteI'm a Canadian in Japan and every year I am away I miss it more! I want some poutine!!!
ReplyDeleteYum! Gotta love poutine.
DeleteHockey and Poutine!!!
ReplyDeleteMy favourite thing would have to be the landscape. It looks beautiful =D x
ReplyDeleteCanada's fabulous for it's awesome writers, Kelley Armstrong, Lynsay Sands, Dani Harper...so that's got to be my favorite thing
ReplyDeleteWhat I most like about Canada is the diverse culture!
ReplyDeleteNot a thing, but my friend <3
ReplyDeleteMaple leaves and maple syrup!!
ReplyDeleteI love the maple syrup! :D I actually love all things Canada! I've never been there, but it's my big dream to visit one day.
ReplyDeleteI've never been to Canada, but my favorite thing about it is probably so cheesy! My best friend moved there last year, so my favorite thing about Canada would probably be him... lol
ReplyDeleteNah, that's sweet -- not cheesy! =)
DeleteI havent been to Canada. I live in Texas! I once saw pics of an ice hotel in Canada made of nothing but ice! I thought that was cool i want to see that if i ever go to Canada!
ReplyDeleteOh yah, I think they do that around Montreal. It definitely seems cool.
DeleteMaple Syrup. REAL Maple syrup. Mmmmm...
ReplyDeleteTracy A.J.
I think my favourite thing is a tie between Tim Hortons and maple syrup. Maybe I can compromise with a maple doughnut :)
ReplyDeleteCanadian authors! I live too far away to ever visit Canada, but I can still hope..
ReplyDeleteThank you for the international giveaway and happy Canada Day! :)
I would have to say either Canadian bacon or maple syrup. It's a bit cheap, but they are both from Canada.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love our passion for hockey. :D
ReplyDeleteI love there Rock Bands.
ReplyDeleteI love Niagara Falls! And it was always great to go when I was 19, since the drinking age is lower than the US. hehe Thanks for the giveaway! :)
ReplyDeleteOur kindness!
ReplyDeleteThe people! They are SO great! Friendly. Helpful. Love them!
ReplyDeleteI love the scenery and the friendly people
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I dont know that much about Canada since I live in Croatia but I love Canadian authors :)
ReplyDeleteThe people.
ReplyDeleteEveryone I've ever met from Canada has been super nice.
ReplyDeleteThe endless variety of scenery and cultures that Canada offers!
ReplyDeleteI like that my brother and his fiancee are up there for the summer, so I get to visit them! And that Anne of Green Gables was based there :)
ReplyDeleteLove Anne & PEI!
DeleteMaple syrup! :) Maple trees too. :)
ReplyDeleteCool giveaway. Favourite thing about Canada? Nice people, and they spell words with a "u" like the Brits. ;)
ReplyDeleteI have to admit I do like our spelling, but it's weird for spell check since its a US/UK/Cdn hybrid.
DeletePoutine! :D My friend visited from Canada and made it for me, it was so good. I've always wanted to go Canada, my best friend lives there. Thanks! :)
ReplyDeleteAlanis Morissette. Haha (: But seriously, favorite singer ever!
ReplyDeleteSingers, actors/actresses, maple stuff...
ReplyDeleteThe best thing about Canada is how people are so friendly. :)
ReplyDeletethanks for being a part of the hop this year!
mapple trees..:)
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My favorite thing about Canada is its nature in forests. :)
ReplyDeleteMy favorite thing about Canada is that it isn't USA :D
ReplyDeleteMy favourite thing about Canada is that there is nowhere else like it.
ReplyDeleteI have never been to Canada, but I am hoping to be able to visit soon. Canada seems to be a beautifull country all the green has me mesmerized. Maple trees, beautifull. Alanis Morissette - AMAZING :) And totally by accident it seems that most of my favorite bloggers are from Canada aswell.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite thing about Canada is the landscape!
ReplyDeleteAnd their accent.
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The wilderness of it all. :D And the cooler temptatures. :)
ReplyDeleteI wish we has some cooler temperatures right now!!
DeleteMy favorite thing about Canada is the amazing view of the Niagra falls. Absolutely breath taking!
ReplyDeleteThank you Canada for RYAN GOSLING. :)
ReplyDeleteI've always wanted to go to Montreal and Vancouver. But my favorite thing may have to be that Supernatural is filmed in Vancouver! I mean, really?! Two gorgeous guys are there filming the best tv series ever!
ReplyDeleteIt's crazy how many things film in Vancouver! I've actually never been out west, but I'd definitely love it.
DeleteMy favorite thing about Canada is how beautiful and diverse it is. Plus we've produced a lot of hotties! lol
ReplyDeleteHappy Canada Day weekend and thanks for the giveaway!
The awesome authors!! Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteWell, considering that I've only been across the border while visiting Niagara Falls, I'm not really familiar with the country. However, I've "met" wonderful, fun ladies through books and blogging that are from Canada, and they are by far my favorite. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for participating in the blog hop and for hosting this particular giveaway.
Happy reading,
Christina
The Book Hookup: Eat. Breathe. Read!
So many new authors to check out!!! Totally going to make it through the list, regardless of the raffle outcome. ;)
ReplyDeleteAwesome! Definitely lots of great ones to check out. =)
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ReplyDeleteThat's lovely <3
DeleteHappy (almost) Canada Day! I love everything about our great country, especially our awesome outdoors. There is something amazing to do every season!
ReplyDeleteThe Author... The Singer.. The Actor and Actress... xD
ReplyDeleteThank's for the Giveaway... ^^
My favourite thing about Canada is that we have 4 distinct seasons! And that we are so multi-cultural!
ReplyDeleteHappy Canada Day, and thanks for the giveaway!
I love the weather, perfect for skiing and ice skating!
ReplyDeleteMany thanks for the giveaway!
Lilian @ A Novel Toybox
My favourite thing about Canada is the diversity.
ReplyDeleteHappy (almost) Canada Day!! Love the beer tents at the Canadian Highland Games. Spent many an awesome night in those indulging in too many adult beverages and fabulous Scottish music...
ReplyDeleteI haven't seen too much of Canada, but I've driven through from Alaska down to Arizona once. The huge mall in Edmonton was really cool! <3
ReplyDelete-heather m.
That Canadian courtesy! You don't really notice it as much growing up here but wow. Whenever I travel and then return, I really notice the difference. Even just the way that people smile at each other and say hello when crossing the street... it's nice! Thanks for the giveaway, Ashley! <3
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It's actually so true. I never really think much of it but when I'm away and then come back home I really notice it... I guess we really are nice and polite?! You wouldn't know it sometimes by some people. =b
DeleteI loved vacationing in Canada, especially when visiting the Toronto Zoo and Niagara Falls.
ReplyDeleteJennelle J
Some of my favorite things are Tim Horton's and Chapters!
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ReplyDeleteAs cliche as it sounds, I love Tim Horton's most about Canada. And I also love the weather and Canada's Wonderland and so many Canadian bands (especially Alexz Johnson) and awesome Canadian shows like Degrassi and Instant Star.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite thing about Canada is my family that lives in Montreal.
ReplyDeleteI've never been (YET) but my grandma is Canadian, so she's my favorite thing from there! :)
ReplyDelete-Lauren
Hmmm... I'd have to say the music and the authors :D
ReplyDeleteI love the authors and the history and sites :) I entered as Natalie Cleary.
ReplyDeleteI think Canada is such a great place to live and it's so great to meet other Canadian bloggers. Happy Canada Day!
ReplyDeleteMy favourite thing... c'est un pays bilingue!
ReplyDeleteMy nephew's wife is Canadian, and I love her! Also maple syrup.
ReplyDeleteI have to say it would be Tim Hortons!! And of course how beautiful our country is!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for taking part in this years hop :) Hope you had a great weekend!
I love how beautiful Canada is, Tim Hortans lol!!!
ReplyDeleteI've never had the pleasure of visiting Canada but my husband has a lot of family there. I keep asking my husband to take me there. I really don't know what my favorite thing would be.
ReplyDeleteMaple syrup !
ReplyDeleteIce Wine!
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Great giveaway Ashley!!
ReplyDeleteMy favourite thing is the diversity that we have... :D
My favorite thing is our freedom!
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ReplyDeleteYay! Thank you!!! :)
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