So what am I giving away? I’ll have a copy of my book and
the two anthologies, but just having books is kind of boring. Don’t you think? While
in California
Isn’t it pretty? I also made a bookmark, but it didn’t turn
out quite like I thought:
Of course, I tend to be picky, so I should just put it in
there anyway.
I also have a Pittsburgh Steelers mug I might put in there,
because, well, there’s this scene in My Sunny Vampire… If you’ve read the book,
you know what I mean. And if you haven’t, maybe I’ve piqued your interest now?
Hmmm?
The last thing I might add would be a chocolate bar or maybe
some coffee (items Sunny misses--also in the book). The only thing I can’t
think of is what kind of basket to put it all into. Or should I even USE a
basket? Maybe a bag instead? I mean, most people are traveling, probably by
air, so I should try to make it as easy as possible to transport back home. Got
any suggestions?
The thing that gets me is how BIG (translation: EXPENSIVE)
some of the gift baskets are ($50 gift cards, Kindles, iPads, that sort of
stuff). It doesn’t cost anything to enter to win these things, so the prizes
really baffle me. Well, not if it comes from a publisher. I can almost
understand that. But from an author? I can’t justify giving a lot away, you
know? And I’m thinking of donating a basket to Lori Foster’s event, too (of
which tickets for those gift baskets are sold, though, and proceeds go to
charity), so I really don’t want to go overboard.
So…what kind of things do you look for in a gift basket? Oh,
and did you see the University of Dayton
Have a good weekend. I think it’s supposed to get warm!! Whoo hoo!!
Stacy
12 comments:
I like useful things. One of the best pieces of swag I ever got was a plastic lid (for cans). I use it regularly.
The top of the lid has the printed information of the author--where it's always visible.
The only flaw is that her name and web site are a bit nondescript. If it were me I would've included a logo or some kind of graphic tying it to her series or author brand.
Maria - That lid idea sounds interesting for a swag item. I might have to check that out. Of course, I don't use lids anymore, but used to when I had a cat. :)
That UD game was awesome!!!
Definitely put the Steelers mug into the basket. That was a great scene. :D I like getting baskets with stuff besides books. Themed foods, wine, etc. An alcoholic goodie might not be bad, since the main characters do meet at a bar in Sunny.
Jennette - If I put booze in there, it will most likely NOT make it home with the winner, huh?
Man, I hope UD goes all the way. Wouldn't that be something??
Oooh, pretty scarf!
How about putting them in a book bag?It wouldn't have to be an expensive one.
I'm thinking the authors that have worked their way up the food chain probably give the larger gifts.
Nicely knitted. I suppose some people load their gift baskets with big ticket items because they can, you know?
Dayton. Bah. Dayton busted my bracket. After a good Thursday (3 of 4 winners), last night was a catastrophe. I'm down to one team in my office pool. Ah, well, good luck to Dayton (but they can't win, for the sake of my bracket!).
I think the scarf and the bookmark are both lovely. And even though I haven't read the book, I like the idea of the Steelers mug. =o)
I usually don't watch basketball, but since Michigan was in the mix, I watched that game. I didn't make the MSU game because it was on so late. Here's hoping both of those win their Elite 8 games so they can face off in the Final 4. That would be fun.
And Go Dayton! Whomp those Gators.
Sandra - I thought about a book bag. I might go that route. And that scarf looks way prettier up close and personal! :) Thanks!
Jeff - Guess you'll know what I'll be doing at 6pm tonight, huh? I really want them to beat the Gators, and not just to win, but to BEAT THE GATORS! I don't like them too much.
B.E. - If you watch MSU and happen to spot a player by the name of Travis Trice, well... he went to our high school (well, my kids' high school--but it feels like mine since I've been to more games there than I have my own!).
I missed this post yesterday.
Love the scarf. But I don't think just books are boring, I do though dig your idea of adding a few things.
Happy Weekend.
Ivy - The more goodies, the better...right?
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