Random Chitchat

[Hemmel M.]

Good job, Julie! I already tried to gift people but their Smashwords collection is missing or they inadvertently chose epubs, while their amazon wishes point to Kindle.

[Kristy]

Julie wrote: "Ok, I just figured out how to manually add a smashwords book to my wishlist and I am INORDINATELY proud of myself! (slow clapping commence!)"

👏👏👏 Actually, I probably need to remind myself how to do this.

[Isaiah]

Y'all, I need to just marvel for a minute. Today I was gifted my ONE HUNDRETH book in this giveaway. This is my 11th year and I am already at this many books sent to me. The genoristy of this group knows no bounds.

Just, thank you all for making this the best winter tradition.

Thank you, Heather for arranging this every year.

[Heather K (dentist in my spare time)]

Isaiah wrote: "Y'all, I need to just marvel for a minute. Today I was gifted my ONE HUNDRETH book in this giveaway. This is my 11th year and I am already at this many books sent to me. The genoristy of this group..."

I LOVE that!! xoxo

[Heather K (dentist in my spare time)]

Hemmel M. wrote: "Good job, Julie! I already tried to gift people but their Smashwords collection is missing or they inadvertently chose epubs, while their amazon wishes point to Kindle."

I just look by name, and any epubs can be converted back and forth. I just check books on smashwords if I want to gift there!

[Mwanamali]

Hi Heather. I have to marvel again at how much holiday cheer you bring each year. It really warms my heart. I can't join this year but I wish you all the happiest and warmest of holidays. With everything's that's been going on, I hope that 2025 is a much better year for us all. 🖤

[Heather K (dentist in my spare time)]

mwana wrote: "Hi Heather. I have to marvel again at how much holiday cheer you bring each year. It really warms my heart. I can't join this year but I wish you all the happiest and warmest of holidays. With ever..."

Thank you so much!! That means a lot to me. all the same wishes to you xoxo

[Cadiva]

Oh my lordy it's been fecking freezing this week over in the UK so I'm enjoying the heart-warming happiness in this thread!

[Heather K (dentist in my spare time)]

Cadiva wrote: "Oh my lordy it's been fecking freezing this week over in the UK so I'm enjoying the heart-warming happiness in this thread!"

Same!! xo

[Hemmel M.]

That, and I'm digging up forgotten books I own, and now see here again.
Anyone else here, who sometimes comes across double purchases? It's a pity you can't give an epub away after reading.

[Tammy]

Hemmel M. wrote: "That, and I'm digging up forgotten books I own, and now see here again.
Anyone else here, who sometimes comes across double purchases? It's a pity you can't give an epub away after reading."

Yes and I hate that!

[Sheri]

Hello all!
I've been meaning to swing by and say hi. I'm so sad to miss this year's book extravaganza party. I thought maybe I could join but I've been battling something for several weeks and I've been in bed before the sun sets most days. It's been weeks since I've finished a book and I have some new holiday gems that I can't wait to get to.
I'm so thrilled to see all the excitement and happy book lovin' flying around. I shall pop in when I need a smile. :)

Deb, good luck with your surgery!
and Ami...*gasp* you're missing this year too?! It must be a big end of the year. *hugs* Hope it all goes well and I'll plan on jumping back on this crazyfuntasticbook train with you next year.
Doc H *big squeeze* You truly are the best and this group is blessed to have you coordinate the fun (and sometimes chaos) this party brings.
xoxo

[Hemmel M.]

Sheri, did you ever try audiobooks? It's ideal for lying down. For the one title free Audible option, I recommend Brothers of the Wild North Sea.
But the Will & Patrick Wake Up Married series is available as box set, so that's a 6 novels for free deal.

[Hemmel M.]

Sheri, did you ever try audiobooks? It's ideal for lying down. For the one title free Audible option, I recommend Brothers of the Wild North Sea.
But the Will & Patrick Wake Up Married series is available as box set, so that's a 6 novels for free deal.

[Hemmel M.]

I would like to point out a favorite of mine I found on Smashwords because of this yearly exchange.
If you love beautifull writing and MMR, check out

Death of a Bachelor
It pains me to see how little GR readers rated
M.A. Hinkle's novels

[Kristy]

Hemmel - thanks for the rec. That is on my TBR so I think I'll go try to remember how to put the Smashwords link on my wishlist today.

[Shari-amor]

Heather K (dentist in my spare time) wrote: "Who else is updating their wishlists like a crazy person??

Just make sure you also have some books that are available on Smashwords for international gifting!!

https://www.smashwords.com/"

I always forget about Smashwords until we have this event. I remember at one point that I mostly used that before Amazon.

[Shari-amor]

Hemmel M. wrote: "Today, it's snowing for the first time. My rabbits need a thick layer of straw.
I am happy to see a lot of familiar accounts. Dumbledore and Relly I meet regularly on GR. Nice to see you!
But M'rel..."

**big hugs** Hi Hemmel

[Trio]

I'm not sure what to do about this... The very thoughtful One-click-a-holic Elf gifted me with the audiobook version of ... BUT
this book isn't on my wish list, and I'm afraid I really won't listen to it.

One-click-a-holic Elf, do you want to send it to someone else?

I don't know how to reach you other than posting here. It was very thoughtful and generous, but I hate to take something I probably won't use, maybe someone else can claime it, or you can return it and get something else?

Just let me know what to do - thanks again, so much :)

[Sandra]

Hemmel M. wrote: "I would like to point out a favorite of mine I found on Smashwords because of this yearly exchange.
If you love beautifull writing and MMR, check out

[book:..."

I've read this book. It was fantastic! Would definitely recommend!!

[Hemmel M.]

I notice several members thanking on Elfster and not posting on GR what they received.
Please, share your joy and let us all click on the titles that are new to us!
I would not like this to become an Elfster event.

[Heather K (dentist in my spare time)]

Hemmel M. wrote: "I notice several members thanking on Elfster and not posting on GR what they received.
Please, share your joy and let us all click on the titles that are new to us!
I would not like this to become ..."

Same!! I hope they post here

[Julie]

In addition to loving what my Santa has gotten me, am enjoying learning about everyone else's gifts and sometimes adding them to my 'to read' list! Such great taste everyone!

[Lulu]

*looking around*
*in a very broken voice* my SANTAAAAA where are you? why have you forsaken me?

*sulking in the corner*

[Aղցela W.]

Lulu wrote: "*looking around*
*in a very broken voice* my SANTAAAAA where are you? why have you forsaken me?

*sulking in the corner*"

I don't think I have heard from my secret santa either

[Sandra]

You should let Heather know - she is able to see your match and might be able to nudge them.

[Hemmel M.]

I haven't heard form my giftee. It's like sending books into the void.

[Heather K (dentist in my spare time)]

I've checked in with both of your matches, Lulu and Angela! Lulu- you were matched late, so I'm hoping your match gets going now :)

Hemmel- that has happened to me multiple years!

[Nadine Bookaholic]

I'm posting my Thank You's in both places, here and Elfster, so all of my bases are covered.

[Daniel]

I received one gift from “Sandy Claws” but I’m not sure if they are my SS or not. Other than that it’s been quieter than years past. Not complaining, just observing.

[Heather K (dentist in my spare time)]

Daniel wrote: "I received one gift from “Sandy Claws” but I’m not sure if they are my SS or not. Other than that it’s been quieter than years past. Not complaining, just observing."

I'll check in with your match!

[Dumbledore11214]

Heather K (dentist in my spare time) wrote: "Daniel wrote: "I received one gift from “Sandy Claws” but I’m not sure if they are my SS or not. Other than that it’s been quieter than years past. Not complaining, just observing."

I'll check in ..."

Heather I wonder if you could ask my Santa if they are okay? Because they sent me a gift on November 22 and specifically said they will be back and I am just honestly worried ( especially since I suspect I may know the person - but I am not sure, just have my suspicion :-))

[Hemmel M.]

Hemmel M. wrote: "I haven't heard form my giftee. It's like sending books into the void."

I got a kind message from my giftee. I'm happy, now.
Anyone else needs cheering up? I feel generous .

[Lulu]

Heather K (dentist in my spare time) wrote: "I've checked in with both of your matches, Lulu and Angela! Lulu- you were matched late, so I'm hoping your match gets going now :)

Hemmel- that has happened to me multiple years!"

Thanks 😊

Hammel glad for you xoxo

[Kacey]

Should I be worried if I haven't gotten anything yet? I think this is by far the longest I've gone in this exchange without receiving anything so I'm now worried something might be wrong with my elfster page? I hate seeming like I need anything though since that isnt why I do this but its weird

[Aղցela W.]

Kacey wrote: "Should I be worried if I haven't gotten anything yet? I think this is by far the longest I've gone in this exchange without receiving anything so I'm now worried something might be wrong with my el..."

did you send Heather a message

[Kacey]

Aղցela W. wrote: "Kacey wrote: "Should I be worried if I haven't gotten anything yet? I think this is by far the longest I've gone in this exchange without receiving anything so I'm now worried something might be wr..."

I did!

[Heather K (dentist in my spare time)]

Kacey wrote: "Should I be worried if I haven't gotten anything yet? I think this is by far the longest I've gone in this exchange without receiving anything so I'm now worried something might be wrong with my el..."

I just checked who has you- I'll send over a message!

[Lois - Who Reads]

I am woefully late, but I received a bunch of books from my Secret Santa!

Christmas On Stardust Lane
Shelf-Made Man
Manner of Death
Deck the Fire Halls

[Sandra]

Lois - Who Reads wrote: "I am woefully late, but I received a bunch of books from my Secret Santa!

Christmas On Stardust Lane
Shelf-Made Man
Manner of Death
[book:Deck t..."

You'll want to post this in the Show Us Your Goodies thread too. Your SS will likely look for it there. :)

[Heather K (dentist in my spare time)]

Sandra wrote: "Lois - Who Reads wrote: "I am woefully late, but I received a bunch of books from my Secret Santa!

Christmas On Stardust Lane
Shelf-Made Man
[book:Manner of Deat..."

Yes, please post over in the other thread also! Books look great :)

[Jess]

morning! heather can you please check in with my match when you get a moment? they asked for a smashwords list instead of amazon & i sent it but haven’t heard from them or gotten anything either since then. thanks.

[Heather K (dentist in my spare time)]

Jess wrote: "morning! heather can you please check in with my match when you get a moment? they asked for a smashwords list instead of amazon & i sent it but haven’t heard from them or gotten anything either si..."

I heard from your match yesterday! They are working on it- there are country restrictions in play :)

[Hemmel M.]

For next year, I know I should wait buying gifts on Smashwords until the sale starts half December. But what I am gonna do in the 6 week before, I don't know. Restrain, I guess.

[Sandra]

Hemmel M. wrote: "For next year, I know I should wait buying gifts on Smashwords until the sale starts half December. But what I am gonna do in the 6 week before, I don't know. Restrain, I guess."

Restrain? What's that? LOL

[Hemmel M.]

Oh, Sandra, I know. I just counted how many books I got and have to take a stroll around wishlists, again.
Aren't we all guilty of creating a snowball effect?

[Kristy]

Gifting begets more gifting, I love it! Now if only Elfster would cooperate with me today.

[Heather K (dentist in my spare time)]

Kristy wrote: "Gifting begets more gifting, I love it! Now if only Elfster would cooperate with me today."

100%!!

[M'rella]

Jess wrote: "morning! heather can you please check in with my match when you get a moment? they asked for a smashwords list instead of amazon & i sent it but haven’t heard from them or gotten anything either si..."

There is a way to check on the books you sent out. Go to Smashwords. In the top menu you will see "Home" "Library" "Profile" "Account"

Click on Library. Under the top blue menu there will be "Welcome to your Library ... blah blah blah" and under that you will see Smashwords Alert, E-book Deliver and Purchase Order.

Click on Purchase Order. Scroll all the way down to find the gifts you sent out. There you will be able to see if your gift was claimed or not.

[Hemmel M.]

Anyone else not knowing what to read next? All my gifts make me evenly excited. Holiday? Shifters? Paranormal? Hockey? Historical? Pirates, cowboys, detectives, slaves... HELP