Monday, July 30, 2012

Liz Flock Rocks!

One of the first authors I met when I started publishing was Elizabeth Flock.  Lucky for me, since she is one of the coolest people I have ever had the great good fortune to know.

Is she not GORGEOUS????
Liz is huge fun, a true gamer who is up for anything, and equally excellent company at a fabulous party or at a bust of a booksigning.  We once sat together at a signing table and had a contest of who would sell the fewest books since we appeared to be invisible to everyone in the room.  I won, but only because I cheated. My mom bought a bunch of Liz's books right at the end.  We have laughed our butts off together in three different states, both geographical and metaphysical.  She is quite frankly one of my alltime favorite people.

Also? She is one helluva writer.

When Jen and I were in NYC for Book Expo, we had a great night with Liz, expanding our usual twosome to become Stennifliz.



Do. Not. Mess. With. Stennifliz.


Back in 2005, Liz's book Me & Emma hit the bestseller lists, including the coveted New York Times, and I like so many other readers was riveted by this tale of a young girl surviving against terrible odds in rural North Carolina.  I lost myself in the story of powerful sisterhood and self-reliance, and the surprise ending hit me right where I live.


Random House has re-released the book, with a snazzy new cover, and I am so glad!  Especially because the new release is for a very good reason....

The sequel to Me & Emma is coming out next week!


What Happened to My Sister picks up a few months after Me & Emma ends, and is another page-turner.  I loved returning to these characters and finally finding out "what happened next"!  What Happened to My Sister is available for pre-order now, and you know how I feel about pre-orders!

I cannot recommend this pair of books enough, they are both wonderful summer reads, and I hope you will check them out.   And when you are done, you can get all the rest of Liz's books  and have an equally wonderful time.  You're welcome.

And because Liz is the coolest, she has graciously offered to giveaway a pair of signed books to one lucky winner!  So comment below to enter and on Friday I will announce the winner of a signed copy of both Me & Emma  and What Happened to My Sister!

Yours in Good Taste,
Stacey
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62 comments:

  1. Angela S.July 30, 2012 at 2:58 PM

    WOO! I love discovering new authors! Even if I don't win, I'm going to buy both of them, they look great!

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  2. Bridget T.July 30, 2012 at 3:01 PM

    Well, if she is a friend of yours and Jen's count me in. If I don't win, I may have to check them out anyway.

    BTinRB

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  3. MaryJuly 30, 2012 at 3:03 PM

    I loved, loved Me & Emma! It had a wonderful twist. I didn't realize that What Happened to My Sister was a sequel. I can't wait to get my hands on it!

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  4. AngieJuly 30, 2012 at 3:12 PM

    Will definitely add both to my "to-read" list.

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  5. KrisJuly 30, 2012 at 3:23 PM

    Was looking for something new after I finished rereading my haul from Hotter Than Hades Chick Lit-palooza (no air conditioning + 400 of your dearest fans ... SO FUN) ... will totally add to the list!

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  6. Maura H.July 30, 2012 at 3:27 PM

    I just put them on my "list" of must gets in case I don't win.

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  7. BengiJuly 30, 2012 at 4:35 PM

    Me and Emma is definitely on my list, I'd love to win a copy of both!

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  8. SherryJuly 30, 2012 at 4:51 PM

    Just added more to my to read list--I think I now ave so many books to read I need to quit my job so I can catch up and relax:)

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  9. JillJuly 30, 2012 at 5:05 PM

    I am adding both of Liz's books to my read list! Any friend of Stennifer is a friend of mine!

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  10. Stacey B.July 30, 2012 at 5:08 PM

    I love the recommendations!! Excited to read them both!

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  11. CraZy MOMJuly 30, 2012 at 5:12 PM

    These books just made the TOP of my have to read list. I cannot wait to see if I win! Stennifliz sounds like the most awesome trio ever,I wish I was part of that trio!

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  12. L.L.July 30, 2012 at 5:25 PM

    Would love to read them, thanks for hosting the giveaway!
    liz.lazear@gmail.com

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  13. JenJuly 30, 2012 at 5:55 PM

    Added immediately to my TBR list. Thanks for the chance.

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  14. slm8803July 30, 2012 at 6:10 PM

    Would love to read these...especially if you and Jen like them! :)

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  15. TexasBuckeyeJuly 30, 2012 at 9:16 PM

    They both sound awesome and if it's Stacy Ballis and Jennifer Lancaster approved I am totally in!

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  16. ChrysJuly 30, 2012 at 9:23 PM

    Both books sound fabulous! I will be reading both.

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  17. izzytJuly 30, 2012 at 9:32 PM

    Thanks for the recommendation, I love hearing about wonderful books to add to my list!

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  18. ElizabethJuly 30, 2012 at 9:51 PM

    Yes! Plowed through both your and Jen's new books so the opportunity to score some new material is great!

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  19. TraciJuly 30, 2012 at 10:00 PM

    I'm ready for a new read. I finished Off the Menu while I was in NYC last week. LOVED it.

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  20. KitJuly 31, 2012 at 12:33 AM

    I HOPE I win because right now I can't afford any of the books that sound so interesting!!! Thanks so much for the chance of having them for free.

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  21. JennJuly 31, 2012 at 12:53 AM

    I just started Me & Emma (as recommended on Jen Lancaster's blog) and I'm thrilled t know a sequel is right around the corner! xx

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  22. AnonymousJuly 31, 2012 at 2:05 AM

    You know I'm a sucker for any book you share, Stacey. Having read "Me & Emma" a year or so back I can hardly wait for this release and am eager to find out 'what happened next' ...

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  23. HilaryJuly 31, 2012 at 6:00 AM

    These sound great.... thanks for sharing!

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  24. Sheila RambeckJuly 31, 2012 at 6:38 AM

    I always love hearing about good books and would love to win these two!

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  25. Katie Mae JJuly 31, 2012 at 6:43 AM

    my business card would read...

    Katie Mae J
    "potential lunch winner" or "potential books winner"

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  26. JennJuly 31, 2012 at 7:06 AM

    I'm heading straight to goodreads to add these books to my to-read list. Thanks for the recommendation!

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  27. UnknownJuly 31, 2012 at 7:47 AM

    Thanks for the rec! I've found so many good books this summer purely from the recommendations of authors.

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  28. Emma S.July 31, 2012 at 8:50 AM

    I would love to read this, especially because I love finding new authors. Also, I think it's very fitting since my name is Emma.

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  29. Kristen HJuly 31, 2012 at 8:54 AM

    ohhh - was just looking to add to my reading list! :)

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  30. Kim HaysJuly 31, 2012 at 9:43 AM

    These sound great! I love hearing about new authors!!

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  31. AnonymousJuly 31, 2012 at 9:47 AM

    Ooooo- pick me, pick me! I'd love to add a new name to my must read list! :)

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  32. Nancy BrownJuly 31, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    Love, Love, Love Liz Flock!!! I had the great fortune of hearing her read, in a very intimate home setting of her college roomates home, from her then new book, Me and Emma - Was hooked!! Bought all her books and have read everyone of them and can hardly wait to get my hands on this newest one!!! She is an amazing writer but more importantly she is a wonderful, loving, caring, amazing young woman!

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  33. MargaretJuly 31, 2012 at 10:29 AM

    I would love to read these!

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  34. MargaretJuly 31, 2012 at 10:30 AM

    I would love to read these!

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  35. CareyJuly 31, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    I love hearing about new authors, especially from authors I love!!!

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  36. Kathy Janicki www.sassystamper.blogspot.comJuly 31, 2012 at 11:15 AM

    Emma & Me is on my 'books to read' list.

    Hoping I win!

    Kathy

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  37. Dara BeerJuly 31, 2012 at 11:48 AM

    Ooooo, a new author, can't wait to read her books.

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  38. NicoleJuly 31, 2012 at 12:34 PM

    I read Emma and Me and loved it...can't wait for the new one!

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  39. Yancey J.July 31, 2012 at 12:39 PM

    Saw your recommendation and went looking for a summary on Me & Emma, but instead found a preview of What Happened to My Sister. As soon as it's available, I'm running out to get copies of both. :-)

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  40. Emmalee AnnJuly 31, 2012 at 2:15 PM

    Ooooooooooooo! Another couple of books to read to help me put off classroom planning for an extra couple of days!! SQUEEE! :)

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  41. AnonymousJuly 31, 2012 at 2:25 PM

    Thank you for the recommendation, I just ordered both for my Kindle.

    Heather Faulk

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  42. AbbyJuly 31, 2012 at 2:41 PM

    Can't wait to read them. They both sound like great books!

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  43. peter wooleryJuly 31, 2012 at 2:42 PM

    liz is a great the facebooks friend, i loved what you had to say bout her! ( :

    peter woolery

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  44. Stephanie M.July 31, 2012 at 3:57 PM

    Oooooh, yes please! I love finding new authors to love.

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  45. AnonymousJuly 31, 2012 at 4:36 PM

    Thanks for the opportunity! JillFay

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  46. AnonymousJuly 31, 2012 at 5:05 PM

    Thank you for the recommendation of an Author new to me. I look forward to reading Liz Flock's books. Anita

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  47. DoniJuly 31, 2012 at 5:43 PM

    Throw my hat into the ring. I feel lucky!

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  48. Mart RamirezJuly 31, 2012 at 9:45 PM

    LOVE Liz!! Such an amazing person and writer! Me & Emma is on my favorites shelf. LOVED this blog post. Full of humor and smiles. Great post!

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  49. AnonymousAugust 1, 2012 at 5:50 AM

    Would love to read these! Amanda K.

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  50. TamiAugust 1, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    Love hearing about new authors. Excited to read these!

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  51. StephanieAugust 1, 2012 at 12:06 PM

    Love your books! Voracious reader, have never read any of Liz's books ~ dying to do so...

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  52. InnaAugust 1, 2012 at 12:54 PM

    thanks for the suggestion! i'll add those to my list!

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  53. UnknownAugust 1, 2012 at 9:06 PM

    Thank you for the recommendation! I was referred to this blog by a post on Heather Gudenkauf's Facebook page and I loved her book, "One Breath Away", so I will definitely order these two books next.

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  54. Kate BrasacchioAugust 2, 2012 at 6:35 AM

    I loved Emma & Me - was completely hooked from the first word and couldn't put the book down until it was done - took my breath away. Can't wait to read the sequel!

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  55. Jodi NolteAugust 2, 2012 at 7:19 AM

    I love how all of you authors support each other and your books.

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  56. Lori CAugust 2, 2012 at 11:39 AM

    Ooh! I'd be lucky to win these! I need a good book to read in between the drone of my school books and working! :)

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  57. Cheryl S.August 2, 2012 at 12:36 PM

    Alright! Alright! You can stop now because I'm convinced :) I can't wait to read these two books! Thank you for opening my eyes to a new author and her fabulous books. You bloggers are AWESOME!!! And thank you Liz for the giveaway of two "signed" books :)

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  58. sarchieAugust 2, 2012 at 4:18 PM

    I would love to win these books!

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  59. Andrea @ Shameless AgitatorAugust 2, 2012 at 10:46 PM

    I'm halfway through "Off the Menu" and absolutely love it! Dumpling has me laughing with tears rolling down my face. I would love to win these books; with your recommendation, they will be perfect for end of summer reading!

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  60. loriAugust 3, 2012 at 11:12 AM

    I'll be adding both of these to my must reads.
    Finished "Off The Menu", what a wonderful "love letter" to Charming Suitor. Thank you for sharing the story.

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  61. marjorie morningstarOctober 19, 2013 at 12:45 AM

    If you and Jen recommend that's good enough for me!! Both books sound great and will go to the top of my "to read" list. I would LOVE to win the books! Thanks for the tip.

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  62. KWOctober 19, 2013 at 9:17 AM

    These books are on my list to read!

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