Melodies from Melanie Gideon, plus a book giveaway

Introduction by Kathryn Hamilton

**Giveaway is now closed**

Let’s give Melanie Gideon a warm welcome as she joins us today to talk about the music close to her heart and to give away copies of her already critically acclaimed novel, "Wife 22." Chances are, you’ve already heard of Melanie Gideon. Her writing has appeared in several publications (including the New York Times and Marie Claire). She has already been on the bestseller list with her memoir "The Slippery Year: A Meditation on Happily Ever After" (which sounds like it would be a great read for chick lit lovers) and has written a trio of novels for young adults. If that’s not enough to prove that Melanie is bound for incredible success, "Wife 22" is currently in development to be made into a feature film! Let’s hope we continue to see great things happen for Melanie!

Thanks to Random House, we have five copies of "Wife 22" to give away to some lucky readers anywhere in the US.

Visit Melanie at her website, Facebook and Twitter pages.

Favorite Disney song:

"If I Never Knew You"—Pocahontas

Favorite classic rock song:


Bruce Springsteen—"Jungleland"

Favorite song from 1st decade of 21st century:
"Empire State of Mind"—Jay-Z and Alicia Keys

Line from a song that you could apply to your own life:

"Well the sun is surely sinking down, but the moon is slowly rising, and this old world must still be spinning round, and I still love you."
"You Can Close Your Eyes"—James Taylor

Music that has a chick lit feel for you:
"All My Days"—Alexi Murdoch

Favorite song from the year you were born:

"My Boyfriend’s Back"—The Angels

Song that reminds you of one of your characters:

"A Case of You"—Joni Mitchell


First record you bought:
Simon and Garfunkel—Bridge Over Troubled Water

Special thanks to Melanie for chatting with us and to Random House for sharing "Wife 22" with our readers!

How to win "Wife 22":
Please comment below with your e-mail address. (Please note: Entries without an e-mail address will NOT be counted. You can use AT and DOT to avoid spam. Or provide a link to your facebook page or blog if you can receive messages there.)

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1. Please tell us: What is your favorite Disney song?
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US only. Giveaway ends July 29th at midnight EST.