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Hachette Book Giveaway for the Election

October 1, 2008 by Jennifer

Are you ready for Election Day? Hachette Book Group is offering these 11 titles in the spirit of the season:

1. Mike’s Election Guide By Michael Moore

It’s a great year to be an American and a voter. Don’t miss out on MIKE’S ELECTION GUIDE – the indispensable book that belongs in every American’s back pocket this season.

2. The Preacher and the Presidents By Nancy Gibbs and Michael Duffy

Reveals how the world’s most powerful men and world’s most famous evangelist, Billy Graham, knit faith and politics together.

3. Hard Call By John McCain

In Hard Call, acclaimed authors John McCain and Mark Salter describe the anatomy of great decisions in history by telling the remarkable stories of men and women who have exemplified composure, wisdom, and intellect in the face of life’s toughest decisions.

4. The American Journey of Barack Obama By The Editors of Life Magazine

Covers the candidate Barack Obama from his childhood and adolescence to his time as editor of The Harvard Law Review and his Chicago activist years, culminating with the excitement and fervor of the historic 2008 Democratic National Convention.

5. Goodnight Bush By Erich Origen and Gan Golen

A hilarious and poignant visual requiem for the Bush administration.

6. Takeover By Charlie Savage

Takeover tells the story of how a group of true believers, led by VP Cheney, set out to establish near-monarchical executive powers that, in the words of one conservative critic, “will lie around like a loaded weapon” for any future president.

7. Her Way By Jeff Gerth and Don Van Natta Jr.

The first truly balanced investigation into the life and career of Hillary Rodham Clinton, Jeff Gerth and Don Van Natta Jr.’s masterful biography.

8. Dream in Color By Congresswoman Linda Sánchez and Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez.

Often considered Congress’s Odd Couple, these warm witty sisters are not only perfect role models for young Latinas in the US, but for all young women looking to break out and create a brighter future for themselves.

9. From Hope to Higher Ground By Mike Huckabee

In his insightful and plainspoken manner, Mike Huckabee carries hope to Americans and provides practical solutions to current problems in our nation.

10. The Revolution By Ron Paul

In this book, Texas congressman and presidential candidate Ron Paul provides answers to questions that few even dare to ask.

11. What You Should Know About Politics . . . But Don’t by Jessamyn Conrad

The first and only issue-based nonpartisan guide to contemporary American politics.

Next week we will draw three winners who will receive all 11 books. They might not all suit your political bent, but perhaps reading them might change your mind or broaden your perspective.

At the very least, you’ll have something to throw at the TV as this endless campaign draws to a close!

If you’d like to win (U.S. addresses only), please leave a comment here saying which of these books you’d dig into first.

The winners of last week’s contests:

Hannah’s Dream
: #32 Karen B., #133 Erma Hurtt, #82 Kimberly V.

Wow, Wow, Wubbzy
prize pack:
#98 Jill, #18 DJ, #21 Courtney

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Comments

  1. Diane K says

    October 7, 2008 at 12:04 am

    I’d start with “From Hope to Higher Ground”, then go to “Dream in Color.” Michael Moore’s book should be an interesting read as well.

  2. Leigh Nichols says

    October 7, 2008 at 12:46 am

    I would definitely read “Mike’s Election Guide” by Michael Moore first

  3. David Bertolo says

    October 7, 2008 at 12:49 am

    RON PAUL RULES!!!!!!
    The Revolution by Ron Paul

  4. flared0ne says

    October 7, 2008 at 1:03 am

    “What You Should Know About Politics . . . But Don’t” looks like just what the Doctor ordered, to help figure out why everyone seems to have this pained look in their eyes. FEELS like “Party” definitions and beliefs have shifted around under our feet, and less and less clear that there is ANYbody out there that can be trusted… Information, we need information!!

  5. Catherine says

    October 7, 2008 at 1:05 am

    What You Should Know About Politics . . . But Don’t

  6. Mollie G. says

    October 7, 2008 at 1:08 am

    Given the other stuff that Michael Moore has come out with, I have faith that his “Election Guide” might clarify a few things… I can hope, anyway. And speaking of which, here’s hoping to be better informed by voting time — thanks!

  7. Greg Pavlicka says

    October 7, 2008 at 1:23 am

    The American Journey of Barack Obama because he will probably be our next President – hopefully!

  8. Jay French says

    October 7, 2008 at 2:00 am

    I’d try the Huckabee first. I’ve heard him recently filling in for Paul Harvey on the radio, and I expect we’ll hear a lot more from him over the next four years.

  9. Robert Ranieri says

    October 7, 2008 at 2:48 am

    The first that I’d read is “What You Should Know About Politics . . . But Don’t”….i love the whole political process and this is one that would give me the most insight about the process and things i wouldn’t normally hear.

  10. Lara Aleff says

    October 7, 2008 at 2:50 am

    I would read the Preacher and the Presidents first. Religion is very important to me and I am interested in how politicians mesh their faith with their duties as a public officer.

  11. Samantha Pruitt says

    October 7, 2008 at 4:31 am

    awesome giveaway!

  12. Charlene Kuser says

    October 7, 2008 at 4:51 am

    Let’s see I would read The American Journey of Barack Obama by The Editors of Life Magazine and then Goodnight Bush by Erich Origen and Gan Golen.Well this is being transparent.Thanks
    for the giveaway

  13. jen gersch says

    October 7, 2008 at 5:38 am

    Goodnight Bush

  14. sharon says

    October 7, 2008 at 8:05 am

    goodnight bush, can’t wait til we can truly say that.

  15. Veronica Garrett says

    October 7, 2008 at 8:27 am

    I would read What You Should Know About Politics… But don’t first.

  16. Chas Childress says

    October 7, 2008 at 8:46 am

    I would read Mike’s Election Guide By Michael Moore because he’s on the pulse of corruption.

  17. Heather C says

    October 7, 2008 at 8:57 am

    I’d go with What You Should Know About Politics . . . But Don’t. Why not see what’s up before the big day?

  18. Jayme Isaacs says

    October 7, 2008 at 9:03 am

    I Would Read Goodnight Bush

  19. Denis Howard says

    October 7, 2008 at 9:04 am

    MIKE’S ELECTION GUIDE

  20. Elizabeth Baer says

    October 7, 2008 at 9:28 am

    The Revolution By Ron Paul

  21. Gina says

    October 7, 2008 at 9:33 am

    Definitely “Goodnight Bush”

  22. Michele Ard says

    October 7, 2008 at 9:40 am

    From Hope to Higher Ground.

  23. Timothy Sternberg says

    October 7, 2008 at 9:41 am

    Would love to read “Goodnight Bush”.

  24. sarah says

    October 7, 2008 at 9:47 am

    Michael Moore’s book

  25. Tammy says

    October 7, 2008 at 9:50 am

    From Hope to Higher Ground – Mike Huckabee’s; that guy is great!

  26. John Deal says

    October 7, 2008 at 10:48 am

    Hard Call sounds inspirational to me.

  27. Dino says

    October 7, 2008 at 10:56 am

    the barack obama book

  28. Liz says

    October 7, 2008 at 11:04 am

    I would have to say it would probably have to be either goodnight bush or the revolution. Please enter me.

  29. Peggy Doty says

    October 7, 2008 at 11:52 am

    I would start out reading Mikes election guide.

  30. Karen says

    October 7, 2008 at 12:18 pm

    I’d really like to read What You Should Know About Politics . . . But Don’t

  31. Paul says

    October 7, 2008 at 12:26 pm

    The American journey of Barack Obama!

  32. jim scott says

    October 7, 2008 at 12:41 pm

    Goodnight Bush

  33. Jennifer Schroeder says

    October 7, 2008 at 12:59 pm

    All of these books sound fantastic! It’s tough to choose which one I would read first. I guess I would have to start with the basics by reading “What You Should Know About Politics . . . But Don’t”. I always want to be as educated and informed as possible before making decisions.

  34. kathleen Yohanna says

    October 7, 2008 at 12:59 pm

    I would read the last one first.What You Should Know About Politics . . . But Don’t by Jessamyn Conrad. This is the most confusing election yet and maybe one of the most important.

  35. Ann Marinello says

    October 7, 2008 at 3:16 pm

    I would like to read Hard Call by John MaClain. I only read nonfiction and biographies. THis book sounds facinating.

  36. Gianna says

    October 7, 2008 at 3:26 pm

    Hard Call by John McCain

  37. Auriette says

    October 7, 2008 at 3:55 pm

    What a fascinating selection of books. I would enjoy reading all of them. As a former journalist, I’m always open to hearing all sides of the issues. If I win, though, the first one I’ll read is The American Journey of Barack Obama.

  38. Gail Pisani says

    October 7, 2008 at 4:59 pm

    I would read Hard call!!

  39. Amy W says

    October 7, 2008 at 5:18 pm

    I would definitely start with Hard Call and I would probably “regift” the Michael Moore book. Thanks for the giveaway!

    chrisandamyward(at)comcast(dot)net

  40. David L says

    October 7, 2008 at 5:18 pm

    I would read the Ron Paul title: The Revolution.

  41. Diana Moody says

    October 7, 2008 at 5:23 pm

    Mike’s Election Guide…….because as far out as he sounds….he’s usually ‘right on the money’.

  42. Jill Lund says

    October 7, 2008 at 6:42 pm

    Mike’s Election Guide By Michael Moore
    Michael Moore has been out spoken for a very long time. What is happening to America?
    flyd60[at]GO[dot]com

  43. Erica Greca says

    October 7, 2008 at 8:00 pm

    I would read Hard Call by John McCain first!

  44. Lonnie says

    October 7, 2008 at 8:23 pm

    The Preacher and the Presidents by Nancy Gibbs

  45. Brian says

    October 7, 2008 at 8:27 pm

    goodnight bush for sure

  46. Donna Kozar says

    October 7, 2008 at 9:09 pm

    I would read The Revolution By Ron Paul

  47. Kelly L says

    October 7, 2008 at 9:41 pm

    I would read Mike’s Election Guide first. Thanks.

  48. Brenda Howard says

    October 7, 2008 at 9:42 pm

    Dream in Color first read, and good night Bush would be next, thanks for a great reading adventure, good luck to everyone

  49. Elizabeth Ray says

    October 7, 2008 at 10:06 pm

    The American Journey of Barack Obama

  50. Renee G says

    October 7, 2008 at 10:21 pm

    I would read Dream in Color first.

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