WIN! “Chocolate & Vicodin” book by @jennettefulda – DG 10th Birthday Sell Out Day 1

Posted on January 17, 2011 by shauna

The prize: Two lucky winners will each receive an advanced a brand new hot-off-the-presses copy of Chocolate & Vicodin: My Quest for Relief from the Headache that Wouldn't Go Away by Jennette Fulda.

Available to readers from: Worldwide

What the heck is it?
This is the second book from Jennette Fulda of PastaQueen and Half-Assed: A Weight-Loss Memoir fame.

Here's the synopsis from the back of the (gorgeously designed) book:

Jennette Fulda went to bed on February 17, 2008, with a headache, and more than three years later, it still hasn’t gone away. Yes, she’s tried everything: intravenous drugs, chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture, subliminal messaging, marijuana (for medical purposes only), heavy drinking (which just made it hurt more), and lots and lots of chocolate. A pint of ice cream makes her feel better, but her insurance doesn’t cover mint chocolate chip.

In this painfully honest, smart, and funny memoir, the popular PastaQueen.com blogger who chronicled her nearly two hundred pound weight loss in Half-Assed shares her incredible journey to find relief from a chronic headache. As she visits countless doctors, indulges all manner of unsolicited advice from the Internet, and investigates every possible cause, from a brain tumor to a dead twin living in her brain, Jennette considers what it means to suffer, how to live with pain, and why the best treatment might be the simplest: laughter.

Why I dig it
I've been an avid fan of Jennette's adventures for many years so I was dying of curiosity and creepy internet concern to know the full story of her horrible, endless headache. I requested a review copy of Chocolate & Vicodin as Jennette will be appearing on the Two Fit Chicks podcast in March.

I was sucked in to the story from the very first chapter. Her writing is so strong, honest and raw. I loved her first book but I feel the writing is even stronger in Chocolate & Vicodin. Twice she had me in tears – from pure compassion from the hell she's gone through then also, very selfishly, from relating to her musing on depression. She writes about her chronic pain with honesty, humour, grace and poignancy. It is a fantastic read.

There are two advanced release copies of Chocolate & Vicodin to be won. Simply leave a comment on this blog entry to enter. If you're reading this post via an RSS feed, Facebook or Goodreads, you'll need to click through to the Dietgirl blog. Entries close Monday 31 January 2011 at 12PM GMT. Winners will be drawn at random. Click here to view terms and conditions of the Sell Out.

UPDATE: Jennette has just received the publication copies of her book so you will get a brand spankin' new copy, fresh from the printers!

258 thoughts on “WIN! “Chocolate & Vicodin” book by @jennettefulda – DG 10th Birthday Sell Out Day 1”

Leanne on January 17, 2011 at 2:04 pm said:

Would love a chance to read this!

Happy Birthday, Dietgirl!
Suzanne on January 17, 2011 at 2:06 pm said:

I’d love the opportunity to win a copy of this book. I suffer from bad headaches myself, though thankfully not as severe as Ms Fulda, so it’s going on my to-read list even if I don’t win.
Thank you.
Anne Myers on January 17, 2011 at 2:08 pm said:

I’ve been waiting for this to be out – I, too, have been concerned about the never ending headache. Her first book was strong, funny, and honest; if her writing is even stronger, I need this book!
Sunita on January 17, 2011 at 2:09 pm said:

If Shauna approves, I am excited to check it out! Sounds like an excellent book club selection as well.
Nathalie on January 17, 2011 at 2:12 pm said:

I’d love a chance to read it 🙂 thanks
Alice on January 17, 2011 at 2:14 pm said:

I would love to read this book; I really enjoyed her first one!
stacie on January 17, 2011 at 2:15 pm said:

Sounds like a good read…would love a copy!!! 🙂
kat on January 17, 2011 at 2:16 pm said:

I would love a copy of this book. Her first book was really enjoyable.
Skinny Doll on January 17, 2011 at 2:17 pm said:

Have been waiting for this book! I’m in please! 🙂
edda. on January 17, 2011 at 2:23 pm said:

Chocolate and Vicodin? Sounds like a cure for almost anything! Yes please and lots of both 🙂 Thank you, birthday girl!

edda.
Kim on January 17, 2011 at 2:24 pm said:

Would love to have this book!
Karen B on January 17, 2011 at 2:26 pm said:

I’d love to read the book, count me in!!!
Shana on January 17, 2011 at 2:28 pm said:

Sounds like a fabulous read!

I’ve stalked your blog ever since I read “Tales from the Scale” 🙂
Stella on January 17, 2011 at 2:32 pm said:

Please may I win a book? Your hair is very pretty today. *smiles winningly*
Ana on January 17, 2011 at 2:33 pm said:

Yay for Choc + Vicodin!
Emma on January 17, 2011 at 2:40 pm said:

Love PastaQueen’s blog!
Alison on January 17, 2011 at 2:40 pm said:

I have this book on my Amazon wishlist as I, too, suffer from chronic tension headaches and would love to read it to see if and how she found relief. I’ll keep my fingers crossed!
Jennifer Thompson on January 17, 2011 at 2:51 pm said:

Count me in please!
Linda E. Sayre on January 17, 2011 at 2:55 pm said:

What a perfect combination; Vicodin and Chocolate! Better yet, served up with some Baileys Irish Creme!
Jilanna on January 17, 2011 at 2:58 pm said:

I’d love to read it.
Staci Z on January 17, 2011 at 2:59 pm said:

I’ve read her other books and would love a chance to win this.
Jennifer S on January 17, 2011 at 3:06 pm said:

I LOVE Jennette’s writing!
Kamariyah on January 17, 2011 at 3:15 pm said:

I’d love to read this, as I love the Pasta Queen’s previous book and blog!
sarah G on January 17, 2011 at 3:17 pm said:

Love the chance to win this book
Stephanie Clark on January 17, 2011 at 3:23 pm said:

I would LOVE to read this! If it helps me as much as yours did I will be a happy lady! 🙂 xx
Melody on January 17, 2011 at 3:25 pm said:

Please enter me! Chocolate and headaches are my life!
Nathalie Ciet on January 17, 2011 at 3:27 pm said:

If you feel good about yourself, everything else feels good..
RC on January 17, 2011 at 3:33 pm said:

oh would love to read this!
Rhonda on January 17, 2011 at 3:35 pm said:

Would love to win the book!
Now, where is your next book!! Love both you gals.

Thanks- Rhonda
Jane Steele on January 17, 2011 at 3:46 pm said:

Hi, would love to win this book to read – sounds great, thanks sooo much Jane x
Kate S. on January 17, 2011 at 4:02 pm said:

Not a fan of Vicodin. It makes you constipated.
Melinda on January 17, 2011 at 4:02 pm said:

Best thing about Birthday Sell Out week…. The disclaimer <3 u
Katy on January 17, 2011 at 4:04 pm said:

Would love a copy of this book, huge fan of pastaqueen and diet girl!
Shelley B on January 17, 2011 at 4:05 pm said:

I had a headache for a year and can empathize with Jennette so much – would love to read her book and add it to my Fulda collection! 🙂
Gemma on January 17, 2011 at 4:07 pm said:

I’d love the opportunity to win.
Many Thanks
Gemma
lindsay on January 17, 2011 at 4:30 pm said:

Would love to win!
AfterGirl on January 17, 2011 at 4:40 pm said:

I am having a headache problem of my own. I loved her first book (almost as much as yours).
Lisa on January 17, 2011 at 4:53 pm said:

I’d love the chance to read this book if I was to win, so please enter me. Thanks!
Tara on January 17, 2011 at 4:56 pm said:

I’ve got this preordered already, but I’d love to get my hands on it sooner!
Heather on January 17, 2011 at 4:58 pm said:

I’d love to win a copy of this book!

=)
Kelly on January 17, 2011 at 4:59 pm said:

Me too please. 🙂
Maree h on January 17, 2011 at 5:10 pm said:

I’d love one please!
Patsy on January 17, 2011 at 5:14 pm said:

Read her first book and would love the chance to read this one. 🙂 Hope they go to good homes!
Tara Wrinkles on January 17, 2011 at 5:20 pm said:

I loved her other book, I would love a copy of this one.
wilma on January 17, 2011 at 5:26 pm said:

Hi Dietgirl!

Long time reader, also of Pasta Queen. I’d love to win her new book!
Tracy on January 17, 2011 at 5:33 pm said:

YAY BIRTHDAY SELL-OUT.

Of course I’d love a copy of the book, since I read you both, and I can totally sympathise – my migraines are insane, but luckily, not three-years-long.

(fatso@fatgirlslim.org since I’m not sure if the email address actually displays at all or not)
Johanna on January 17, 2011 at 5:35 pm said:

Hi Shauna! I remember Jennette, I first found her blog in the summer 2009, right after I found your blog and read your book. Now I´m once more on diet (after regaining 10 kg) and I´m going to read Jennette´s first book (I reread yours last week and this time actually BOUGHT it, your story is so inspiring!).
Stephanie on January 17, 2011 at 5:36 pm said:

I love her first book and her blog. She is both hilarious and inspiring. I couldn’t imagine having a headache that never leaves, I can’t wait to see how she deals with it! This book will be part of my collection no matter what!
Erin on January 17, 2011 at 5:39 pm said:

Super excited for this book! Half-Assed was really inspiring to my friends and I!
Kate Morgan on January 17, 2011 at 5:45 pm said:

I’d love to get my hands on a copy!
rachael on January 17, 2011 at 5:59 pm said:

Yes please! Half assed was brilliant!
Donna on January 17, 2011 at 6:06 pm said:

I have been waiting for this book!! 😀
Nina J on January 17, 2011 at 6:08 pm said:

Happy B-day from Norway:) Loved your book and love your blog, you’re an inspiration in my 18-kilos-and-counting weight loss. Keep it up!
Rach on January 17, 2011 at 6:18 pm said:

Happy b-day to Dietgirl!!
Catherine on January 17, 2011 at 6:23 pm said:

Me please!
Lisa on January 17, 2011 at 6:33 pm said:

I really enjoyed Half-Assed and would love to win this book, although I will eventually read it either way. I found miss Fulda to be a funny and insightful writer.
Steph on January 17, 2011 at 6:37 pm said:

I am very desperate for a new book!
Mariah on January 17, 2011 at 6:53 pm said:

Would love to read this. 🙂
Angela on January 17, 2011 at 7:09 pm said:

Hooray for free-ness!!
Linz on January 17, 2011 at 7:09 pm said:

Any book recommended by a writer I already enjoy so much is worth a look!
My Wee Life on January 17, 2011 at 7:10 pm said:

Ooh would love to win this book -suffering from headaches and chronic pain myself!
Amanda on January 17, 2011 at 7:30 pm said:

Sign me up! Love her blog, and can’t wait to read the book!
Abby on January 17, 2011 at 7:41 pm said:

Oh, I’d love this! I loved her other book.
Loth on January 17, 2011 at 7:52 pm said:

Ooh, yes please! I think of Jennette every time I have a headache now (as I have at the moment and every month thanks to the joy that is female hormones) and would love to read her book.
Karen on January 17, 2011 at 7:58 pm said:

Oooh, love it!
And congrats on 10 years 🙂
Katie on January 17, 2011 at 8:02 pm said:

I love PastaQueen! I started reading her blog and your blog at about the same time!
Sharwain on January 17, 2011 at 8:03 pm said:

Great way to kick off the anniversary celebration. Hope I win!
Sarah on January 17, 2011 at 8:04 pm said:

I’d love to read this!
Laura on January 17, 2011 at 8:10 pm said:

Love the title! Sounds like a really good book!
Laura I. (G.G.) on January 17, 2011 at 8:12 pm said:

I love her writing!
Pip on January 17, 2011 at 8:18 pm said:

Given you my work e-mail! This book sounds wonderful and I would love to read it! *pick me pick me * hehe x
kek on January 17, 2011 at 8:32 pm said:

Me, me, meeeeee!

I’m almost outta books…. 🙂
Psychsarah on January 17, 2011 at 8:36 pm said:

I love PQ and I work with patients with chronic pain, so I’ve been dying to read this book for her perspective. Happy 10th Anniversary Shauna-I feel like we should be giving you presents and not the other way around 🙂
Laura on January 17, 2011 at 8:57 pm said:

Jennette’s blog rocks so I would love to win the book xxx
eileensc on January 17, 2011 at 8:59 pm said:

I am really looking forward to reading this. It would be so great to get an advance copy. Go Pasta Queen!
Cath Evans on January 17, 2011 at 9:17 pm said:

Happy 10th Year Dietgirl – and thanks for organising a giveaway to celebrate! 🙂 Like Christmas part two – only cooler.
LBTEPA on January 17, 2011 at 9:31 pm said:

Kick it to me!!
Sorry, in a silly mood 🙂
((hugs))
Paulene on January 17, 2011 at 9:47 pm said:

pick me! pick me!
Georgia on January 17, 2011 at 10:04 pm said:

Would love to read this book, having recently finished reading Half-Assed 🙂
Robyn on January 17, 2011 at 10:21 pm said:

Yes Please! Count me in!
Jean on January 17, 2011 at 10:23 pm said:

Sounds like a great book. I would love to read it. My husband and I are taking on the new year with a new weightloss program. I am hopefull he and I can work together and loose some poundage.
Rachel on January 17, 2011 at 10:31 pm said:

Ive never heard of this book or the blog, sounds like its could be very inspirational to me on my weightloss effort!
Kendra on January 17, 2011 at 10:47 pm said:

Oooh! I want!
Nicky at Not My Mother on January 17, 2011 at 10:49 pm said:

Would love to win this! (though I’m sure it’s not as good as YOUR book ;-p )
Cathy on January 17, 2011 at 11:11 pm said:

Oooh, the Dietgirl 10th Birthday Sell Out is off to a good start!
Nerida on January 17, 2011 at 11:13 pm said:

Sounds like a great read. Count me in the competition!
Mandy on January 17, 2011 at 11:33 pm said:

*hand up*
I’d love a copy of this please!!
Kate on January 17, 2011 at 11:37 pm said:

I’m excited to read Jeannette’s new book!
Lora on January 17, 2011 at 11:39 pm said:

Please, please, please!
Mechele Johnson on January 17, 2011 at 11:55 pm said:

Read her first book and loved it. Really want to read the second. Hoping lady luck is on my side.
Tanya on January 17, 2011 at 11:59 pm said:

mmm, sounds good..btw, I love chocolate! 🙂 Happy 10th!
Emma on January 18, 2011 at 12:00 am said:

Sounds like an interesting read.
Ffion Hughes on January 18, 2011 at 12:21 am said:

For some reason I couldn’t comment on your previous post 🙁
I really want to read both of these books!
Tamakikat on January 18, 2011 at 12:29 am said:

Happy 10th!
Melissa on January 18, 2011 at 12:55 am said:

Please throw my name in – loved her first book and look forward to reading the next one.
Tina on January 18, 2011 at 1:14 am said:

And another lurker comes out of the closet in the hope of winning something – lol.
Hallie on January 18, 2011 at 1:22 am said:

I’d love to read this book! Memoirs are my favorite genre by far, and a good friend of mine suffered from a chronic headache for years, though it’s finally subsided, thankfully. This book seems right up my alley and something I’ll probably read even if I don’t win 🙂
Melany on January 18, 2011 at 1:22 am said:

I read her first book and loved it. Would really enjoy a copy of her second. Thank you!
Sheila on January 18, 2011 at 2:04 am said:

would love, love, love to read this book since I love both chocolate and vicodin…

sheila
Lynette S. on January 18, 2011 at 2:05 am said:

Happy Birthday, love your wit!
sheoverflows on January 18, 2011 at 2:38 am said:

I would love to win this book, and I’m sure I’ll buy it if I don’t!
Diane on January 18, 2011 at 2:40 am said:

Ooh, this has been on my wishlist for a while, it sounds great (if somewhat harrowing — living with chronic pain must be hellish). And I love the cover!
Margaret on January 18, 2011 at 2:45 am said:

Hi Shauna – It’s been a long time since I posted but, well, I’m still reading you faithfully. Also reading PastaQueen faithfully and as a migraine sufferer have followed her headache quest with interest. And on top of that I’m a writer/editor too, so I like seeing how both of you have evolved as writers…Can’t think of a better reason to de-lurk than to get to contact both you and PastaQueen at the same time and try to win her new book!

Good luck with all your new weight loss efforts in the New Year. I’m (as usual) working on my own weight loss resolutions and like to know I have company out there in the Internet hinter lands…

Margaret
Heather on January 18, 2011 at 3:08 am said:

Happy 10th!
Libzsonshine on January 18, 2011 at 3:26 am said:

Sounds like a fabulous read!! Count me in for the drawing!
Janet on January 18, 2011 at 3:35 am said:

Mmmm, chocolate! Today I overcame my chocolate cravings with a punnet of blackberries, very proud. Not so enticed by the vicodin though 🙂
Robbie on January 18, 2011 at 3:41 am said:

Would love to read it.
Cyndi on January 18, 2011 at 3:43 am said:

I’ve read about this book, it sounds good!
Frani on January 18, 2011 at 3:44 am said:

Now I have to go and make cupcakes. Happy 10th birthday, Shauna!
Rozanne on January 18, 2011 at 4:23 am said:

Oh Awesome! I would love to win this! I’m a massive fan of Jennette 🙂
Gateaux on January 18, 2011 at 4:32 am said:

I would absolutely love to win a copy of this. Love her, love you, love it all.
LaLa on January 18, 2011 at 4:50 am said:

I’m comment 101, surely that must be lucky! (Watch now, some punk will hit post before me and I’ll be 102!)
samira on January 18, 2011 at 6:49 am said:

yay, great book! would love to win a copy!
Liz on January 18, 2011 at 6:50 am said:

Sounds hilarious! I want to read the previous book as well :o)
fiveKaday on January 18, 2011 at 7:11 am said:

Would love to read the book, just started my weight loss journey and could use all the motivation and comic relief I can get.
fd on January 18, 2011 at 8:05 am said:

I also have creepy internet concern for the headache. I’d love to know what’s been going on there. Awesome Giveaway DG!
Merja on January 18, 2011 at 8:25 am said:

Second time lucky, perhaps. This book sounds interesting.
Cilla on January 18, 2011 at 8:31 am said:

I need some light (ha!) reading.
Tuuli on January 18, 2011 at 8:55 am said:

Happy blog birthday! And the book? Yes, please. 🙂
Penny Hankey on January 18, 2011 at 9:08 am said:

I haven’t read either of these books but if you are recommending them, they must be a good read!
Christina R. on January 18, 2011 at 10:28 am said:

I love your blog and check it daily. Thank you for your writing, your humor and everything you do for your fans!! Christina
Tanya on January 18, 2011 at 10:50 am said:

Hooray, Shauna’s birthday sell out again! I would love this. Thanks for selling out!
Karin on January 18, 2011 at 11:51 am said:

I loved Half-Assed, and I’d love to have a copy of the new book! Pick me!!!
Bella on January 18, 2011 at 12:18 pm said:

Oh, I’ve been looking forward to her book coming out!

So impressed that you’ve made it to your 10 year anniversary, and what an awesome way to kick off your giveaway by recognising another long-term blogger 🙂
Kim on January 18, 2011 at 12:59 pm said:

yes please – count me in!
Alissa on January 18, 2011 at 1:00 pm said:

I’d love to read this!
Samantha on January 18, 2011 at 1:18 pm said:

I have been waiting for this book! Would love a chance to read it!
Melissa on January 18, 2011 at 1:53 pm said:

I’d love a chance to win this book.
The Girl from the Ghetto on January 18, 2011 at 3:22 pm said:

Shauna, I need to win a copy of this book! Not only am I a memoir whore and unemployed semi-fat book blogger, but I woke up from my hysterectomy in 2009 with a headache and haven’t gotten rid of it since, so I can totally relate. Although, I just stick to eating chocolate and stay away from Vicodin.

I really, really, really hope I win!
tereza on January 18, 2011 at 3:43 pm said:

After 7 years of reading your blog it is time for my first comment – as they say cant win if you are not in!! Well done on your journey.
Becky on January 18, 2011 at 3:49 pm said:

Sounds like a great book, thanks for the opportunity. Congrats on 10 years!
Philippa on January 18, 2011 at 4:07 pm said:

Is it wrong that I want to eat that cake on the front cover….??
Valerie on January 18, 2011 at 4:30 pm said:

Fingers and toes are crossed. Oh please, oh please, oh please let me win!
Annie on January 18, 2011 at 5:17 pm said:

Sounds like a great read!
Sarah B on January 18, 2011 at 6:14 pm said:

Oh, pick me!
Sandra on January 18, 2011 at 7:40 pm said:

I wouldove to win this, her blog is fab
Judy A. on January 18, 2011 at 8:09 pm said:

I love books too! And free stuff even more. I’m proud of you for selling out. It’s not like putting out which Dr. G might frown upon.
Karyn on January 18, 2011 at 9:14 pm said:

Happy Birthday Diet Girl, I would love to win this book.
G. K. Green on January 18, 2011 at 9:42 pm said:

Please enter me to win this book. My neurologist recommends it highly! (Yep, migraines love me too … Three very quiet cheers for Frova …)
Bonnie on January 18, 2011 at 11:03 pm said:

Sounds fabulous to me!! Sign me up for a chance to win! I’d love to read something insightful concerning depression. I hope you’re having a wonderful 2011 so far!!!
lisa on January 18, 2011 at 11:04 pm said:

What a nice thing to do–I would love me some chocolate and vicodin 🙂
Skinny Emmie on January 19, 2011 at 1:08 am said:

would love to win this- loved Half Assed.
Liz W on January 19, 2011 at 2:31 am said:

This is my first comment on a blog ever! Shauna, I just finished your book and it has inspired me to start keeping my own food diary (one step at a time – it’s too much to think beyond that!) and hopefully, start losing the 80+ pounds that need to come off my frame. I would love to read Jeanette’s book and continue the motivational reading.
Julie J. on January 19, 2011 at 2:59 am said:

I hadn’t heard of this book, or for that matter, her other books, but they sound great.
Joan S on January 19, 2011 at 3:09 am said:

Would LOVE to read this! Thanks for the opportunity to win.
Tezza McNayshon on January 19, 2011 at 4:09 am said:

Me! Me! Me! Me! (i need all the chocolate….sorry….motivation I can)
samira on January 19, 2011 at 6:36 am said:

i read some pages on a preview on the internet and i would love to read the whole book <3
Amy on January 19, 2011 at 8:09 am said:

Happy Birthday DG!! Lovin’ your work still and would love to read this book.
Jo on January 19, 2011 at 8:15 am said:

I like this… the chance to win a book AND burning 5 calories!
Airlie on January 19, 2011 at 9:46 am said:

I just love the picture on the front!
Amilja on January 19, 2011 at 12:23 pm said:

I love reading your blog. It would be fun to read this book.
Bryher on January 19, 2011 at 12:37 pm said:

I’d love this please!!
Suzanne Maughan on January 19, 2011 at 1:14 pm said:

Wow – this sounds great. I need all the help and inspiration I can get at the moment!!
Nola on January 19, 2011 at 1:47 pm said:

Who doesn’t love something free?
Rachel on January 19, 2011 at 2:58 pm said:

I haven’t read any of her books yet, but you have me intrigued. I think I’ll try to pick up one of the ones that’s already available, and hopefully I’ll win this one! Happy birthday!
Mari on January 19, 2011 at 4:30 pm said:

Oh, loved the text sample. I´ll participate, please!
Rebecca on January 19, 2011 at 4:57 pm said:

I’d love a copy of this – my sister has suffered headaches for years, too.
Kathleen on January 19, 2011 at 6:08 pm said:

Just started following her blog, so would love the book!

p.s. Whole grain english muffin, egg, reduced-fat cheddar cheese slice, and HP sauce…
lee on January 19, 2011 at 8:06 pm said:

A fitting way to celebrate. Yes, I’d like to win one of the gallies.
Jennette on January 19, 2011 at 8:07 pm said:

I’m honored so many people have entered this giveaway! I really appreciate all the kind comments, and I hope you enjoy the book whether you win it or purchase a copy.

Oh, and I’m not entering the contest, obviously 🙂 I’ve got a box of these things on the floor of my apartment.
Jenny on January 19, 2011 at 8:10 pm said:

I’d love a copy of this book!
Hope on January 19, 2011 at 8:10 pm said:

Congrats on 10 years ! I would love to win this book 🙂
Margaret S. on January 19, 2011 at 8:16 pm said:

I would be thrilled to win a copy of Jennette‘s book.
Margee Churchon on January 19, 2011 at 8:30 pm said:

Happy birthday!
Soggywetlettuceleaf on January 19, 2011 at 9:02 pm said:

I most definately would love to win this!!
Karen on January 19, 2011 at 9:06 pm said:

What a nice opportunity, and a great way to celebrate your 10th birthday Dietgirl! Go you!
And Jennette too! I am very much looking forward to reading her latest.
LaniePainie on January 19, 2011 at 9:21 pm said:

Me! Me! Pick me!
Lisa on January 19, 2011 at 9:26 pm said:

I’d love to read the book! I loved your first book. 🙂
Jen on January 19, 2011 at 9:31 pm said:

Dietgirl and PastaQueen, the benevolent leaders of the Fatblogging world. I’m not worthy!
jkapp on January 19, 2011 at 9:43 pm said:

Lucky 101 or was that 169 ?? either way, LUCKY 🙂

You are one popular gal 🙂
Susan on January 19, 2011 at 11:15 pm said:

I’d love a chance to read the newest from Ms. Fulda.
Thanks for the contest!
Jenna Z on January 19, 2011 at 11:38 pm said:

Awesome! Thanks for the chance to win!!
Kate on January 19, 2011 at 11:50 pm said:

Love pasta queen…would loves this!

Thank you!
Sweet Southern Belle on January 20, 2011 at 12:44 am said:

Good Lord, a three year headache?! I’m ready to kill myself or someone else after a 3 day headache. I’ve got to read that book & would love to win it!
Kim on January 20, 2011 at 12:55 am said:

She cracks me up – I would love to read this book.
Amanda on January 20, 2011 at 1:12 am said:

Now that I’ve found my way (with your help) from the goodreads blog, I’d still very much like to win a copy of this book. 🙂
jojo on January 20, 2011 at 1:22 am said:

10 years blogging? Wow…you were certainly ahead of your time. I give you major props for forward-thinking. Not to mention persistence. I’m a new reader to your site, as well as Pasta Queen’s…would love to read C & V 🙂
Shea on January 20, 2011 at 1:48 am said:

Happy 10th anniversary!

I can’t wait to read PQ’s new book! Being a chronic headache sufferer and weight loss struggler, I can relate all too well. Plus, I just straight up like her writing.
LydiaC on January 20, 2011 at 2:30 am said:

I’ve been reading Jennette’s blog for quite some time now, benefited from reading her first book, and would really love to win a copy of her new one. Thanks!
Marie on January 20, 2011 at 3:17 am said:

Love the blog 🙂
Looking forward to reading this book regardless…Half-Assed is on my favorites list, and a frequent bathroom read. Hmmm…TMI? Sorry…
Amy on January 20, 2011 at 3:49 am said:

What a great giveaway! Hope I’m one of the lucky ones.
Judy Parisi on January 20, 2011 at 5:18 am said:

Sound like a book that I could relate to. I just started another diet yesterday.
Tracy H on January 20, 2011 at 11:33 am said:

Sounds like a fabulous read- of course anything that is remotely connected to chocolate…
Tracy
Gretchen on January 20, 2011 at 1:17 pm said:

Congrats on 10 years. Would love to win this one!
Amy on January 20, 2011 at 2:14 pm said:

I love reading you guys posts. You are very inspirational. Cannot wait to read her new book!
Deb on January 20, 2011 at 3:21 pm said:

I love Jennette’s story and writing and would love to read her book. Plus we’ve all got to stick together and support each other, in weight loss, maintenance, and LIFE! Thank you.
Sharilyn on January 20, 2011 at 4:09 pm said:

I love Pasta Queen. Please enter me to win a copy of her new book.
James D on January 20, 2011 at 4:49 pm said:

Would love to resd this book!
Cheryl on January 20, 2011 at 5:57 pm said:

I loved her first book as well as I loved Shauna’s. Please add me to the chance!
amy on January 20, 2011 at 6:14 pm said:

would love a chance to win this book. Thanks for featuring the giveaway!
Kelley on January 20, 2011 at 6:14 pm said:

Happy 10th! Love your blog – you are so inspiring! Thanks for the giveaway!
Christina on January 20, 2011 at 6:40 pm said:

HaPpy Birthday to you! HaPpy Birthday to you! HaPpy Birthday to you dear Shauna! HaPpy Birthday to you!
I love your blog! Your honesty and forth coming emotion are so comforting.
I would love to win a epub version of this book!
Debbie on January 20, 2011 at 7:16 pm said:

Such a pretty book! Would love to read this installment of pastaqueen’s new book!
Amy on January 20, 2011 at 7:23 pm said:

I would love to read this book. I love Pasta Queens blog, she’s an awesome writer.
Sarah on January 20, 2011 at 7:29 pm said:

Nice giveaway! Thanks for the opportunity to win. 🙂
Becki on January 20, 2011 at 7:43 pm said:

As a periodic migraine sufferer, this books sounds WONDERFUL! (crossing fingers for the win, lol)
Cait on January 20, 2011 at 8:42 pm said:

Oooh, I’ve been looking forward to this book! I started reading you fairly close to the beginning of your blog.It’s been lovely to watch your life unfold!
Aliz G on January 20, 2011 at 9:04 pm said:

Wooo book, Hope it let’s me post this!
Debbi Does Dinner Healthy on January 21, 2011 at 12:32 am said:

I already bought my copy but I would love another to do a giveaway myself! Thanks!
Megan on January 21, 2011 at 12:45 am said:

I read Jeanette’s blog and I’ve been reading yours too. Two great authors. I’d like to win this book.
Cherie W on January 21, 2011 at 1:03 am said:

Congratulations on 10 years of inspiration. You are amazing.
Pat on January 21, 2011 at 3:11 am said:

I read PQ’s blog regularly and enjoyed her first book. Please pick me!
Ginger M. on January 21, 2011 at 3:43 am said:

I love PQ she is an amazing writer. Pick me.
-angela on January 21, 2011 at 1:37 pm said:

Pick me, pick me! I love the Pasta Queen’s writing!
janean on January 21, 2011 at 6:33 pm said:

I can’t imagine a 3 day headache. Sounds beyond horrendous. Chocolate and ice cream I can imagine very well though.
Rebecca Pearce on January 21, 2011 at 11:11 pm said:

I’d love a chance to win – but seriously Happy Birthday, and thanks for your inspirational book! Is it “too much information” to say that my 2nd copy of your book lives in the bathroom for others to flick through and borrow ……..!!!
Lisa Duncan on January 22, 2011 at 12:35 am said:

I’m a big fan of pastaqueen.com. I would love to win one of her books!
Stephanie on January 22, 2011 at 12:40 am said:

Yay! Congrats!!
Andrea on January 22, 2011 at 1:45 am said:

I would love to read this book! I have a chronic headache too, and have tried the normal remedies so maybe some of the out-there theories she received would work 🙂
MB on January 22, 2011 at 1:47 am said:

WOOHOO! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

I can’t wait to read Pasta Queen’s new book (oh please, please pick me, random number picker).

You and Jennette inspired and encourage me all along this journey in so many ways. It took me a few years to get into the groove but I think I finally have a handle on it. I even starting going to cardio kickboxing classes (!!). I never thought I would pay someone to kick my ass.

Rock on!
pickynikki on January 22, 2011 at 7:44 am said:

Will have to check it out when it’s released if I don’t win it! 🙂
Anna on January 22, 2011 at 1:25 pm said:

Would love to read this book!
rose on January 22, 2011 at 5:45 pm said:

hiya shauna, its your die-hard reader from india!
lena on January 22, 2011 at 8:32 pm said:

well, sounds like fun… and if I pass my exam, I’ll have LOTS of time for reading….so-> I’d like to win, of course 🙂
Melissa on January 22, 2011 at 8:41 pm said:

I love her blog!
Tara on January 23, 2011 at 3:31 am said:

I am a big fan of Jennette and Shauna’s blogs. Would love to read the new book.
justagirl15 on January 23, 2011 at 4:30 am said:

Congrats on 10 years!
Pauline on January 23, 2011 at 4:47 am said:

Pain relief, yesssss!
Mel on January 23, 2011 at 8:38 am said:

Would love to win Jeanette’s book.
Jessica on January 23, 2011 at 3:43 pm said:

I would love to have this.
Jen on January 23, 2011 at 3:57 pm said:

I loved her first book! Hope I win!!
Patty on January 23, 2011 at 4:48 pm said:

Would love to have this book!
Diane on January 23, 2011 at 8:01 pm said:

You introduced me to her blog – I’d love to win this book.
Corinna on January 23, 2011 at 10:24 pm said:

I am embarking on a life changing journey tomorrow. Glad I stumbled on your blog today!
Thanks for the inspiration.
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Abi on January 24, 2011 at 12:12 am said:

Ooh, I love Jenette!
Sharon on January 24, 2011 at 3:05 am said:

Looks like a good read. Thanks for considering me and happy 10th!
Teri Osterman on January 24, 2011 at 4:40 am said:

Yes, please! 🙂
Angie Tanner on January 24, 2011 at 8:47 am said:

I love reading PastaQueen’s blog and would love the chance to read her book!

Congrats on 10 years!
bushra on January 24, 2011 at 12:03 pm said:

count me in, count me in!
Natalie on January 24, 2011 at 12:28 pm said:

Just read her first book and can’t wait to read this!
sarah G on January 24, 2011 at 12:42 pm said:

Yes please!!
Bottomless on January 24, 2011 at 1:46 pm said:

I would love to read this
Shannon D on January 24, 2011 at 4:51 pm said:

I’ve just started reading your blog and have been reading pastaqueen for many years…would love to win her book – congrats on 10 years!!!
Cindy Smiley on January 24, 2011 at 6:27 pm said:

Posting to enter for a copy of Chocolate & Vicodin !!! Thank you 🙂
Annie on January 24, 2011 at 8:50 pm said:

I have read Jennette’s blog for three years now and it has been inspirational to watch her journey. This book has been a labor of love for her for the last year to year and a half and I can’t wait to read it.
Sarah on January 24, 2011 at 8:53 pm said:

Since reading this post I’ve been having a read of Jeannette’s blog – great stuff. If I don’t win this prize I think I’ll have to buy it anyway.
debby on January 25, 2011 at 2:30 am said:

I’d love to win this book. Loved her first one.
Stephanie on January 25, 2011 at 9:22 am said:

10 years! Wow! 🙂
I’ve been really looking forward to this book. What a great contest to have in honor of your blog-o-birthday!
Jeanne on January 25, 2011 at 11:42 am said:

Sounds like a good read! Pick me!
Krista C on January 25, 2011 at 12:10 pm said:

I enjoy her blog and her previous book was awesome, too. Count me in!
sheryl on January 25, 2011 at 1:29 pm said:

i would love a chance to win!
Judith on January 25, 2011 at 3:59 pm said:

I’ve wanted to read this since I first heard about it!
wz on January 25, 2011 at 6:43 pm said:

me, me!….pick me….please pick me!
Jen on January 26, 2011 at 1:52 am said:

Books! Inspiring books! Pick me, random number generator! 🙂
Catherine McMaster on January 26, 2011 at 2:00 am said:

Thanks for having the give away and congrats on 10 years.
Jessica T. on January 26, 2011 at 8:50 pm said:

I have been reading your blog and Jennette’s for years and would love to receive a copy of her new book. And Happy 10th Anniversary Diet Girl!
Lynise on January 27, 2011 at 6:32 am said:

I’m a HUGE fan of Jenettes too and have been reading ‘pasta queen’ for a number of years. Would love to read her latest book and will be regardless of whether I am the lucky recipient of your draw or not. The reveiws sound great so I’m sure it will be another good read. That girl is certainly another natural borner writer (as you are also Shauna).
Kelly on January 27, 2011 at 4:39 pm said:

I’ve been a reader of both you and Jeannette for several years. Thank you for all your hard work & inspiration. I can’t wait to read the book, whether it is received from your site or I buy it on my own. Congrats to you on your 10 year anniversary as well.
Colleen K. on January 28, 2011 at 7:38 am said:

I just read your book, Shauna! And then listened to Two Fitness Chicks podcast. I enjoyed reading of your travels away from home and how you grew as a person while striving for your goals. When I traveled to Ireland I also lost about 20 pounds and felt like a completely different person. You have me itching to get back to Europe! Also, I loved “Half-Assed,” I can’t wait to read her next one! Thanks for the opportunity to win this prize and congrats on blogging for 10 years!
Erica Hedrick on January 28, 2011 at 9:47 am said:

Happy 10th!
Anna on January 28, 2011 at 11:38 am said:

Would love to read this!
Cressida on January 28, 2011 at 2:05 pm said:

Oo good, a new book. Not to brag or anything but I sold major number of copies of halfassed when working at a bookstore on the west coast. Guess folks there like to read funny memoirs about losing weight or something. Cute cover too (true about both books, actually.
Bobbie on January 30, 2011 at 7:45 am said:

Can’t imagine what it’d be like to live with a headache for that long. I’ve read Jeanette’s blog, and there were some times she was obviously really struggling.
Christine on January 30, 2011 at 3:25 pm said:

I DO like to read…
tess on January 30, 2011 at 10:55 pm said:

thanks for the opportunity, looking forward to reading 😉
Caren on January 31, 2011 at 1:40 am said:

Great book title!
Aura on January 31, 2011 at 4:08 am said:

Hi Shauna! Would love love LOVE a copy of PastaQueen’s new book!

Sophie R
Han on January 31, 2011 at 6:51 am said:

Happy Birthday DietGirl!

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