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Thursday, January 13, 2011

ACROSS THE UNIVERSE by Beth Revis


Holy icy frozen people, Captain Picard!

I could go on and on about how amazing Beth Revis's debut, ACROSS THE UNIVERSE, is. I could. I won't. I'm just gonna give you the basics.

1. Go buy it. Online somewhere. At your bookstore. Maybe at her launch party tonight (I hate you if you're there). Wherever. But GET IT.

2. Clear your schedule. Trust me when I say you'll need to block out a few hours. No distractions. Take a sick day if need be.

3. Begin reading.


4. Do this: 



5. Then this:


6. Then some more of this:



7. And finally this:


8. Enter to win amazing Across the Universe prize packages.

9. Start stalking Beth.
On twitter
Her blog
Across the Universe website
The League of Extraordinary Writers (where she blogs on Mondays)
Her website
The AtU Facebook Fanpage

10. Tell everyone you know that they need to read Across the Universe ASAP.

11. Discuss the awesomeness of AtU.

My Twitter Review: With strong storytelling, brilliant writing, creepy characters, and a budding romance, ACROSS THE UNIVERSE has everything to satisfy readers. (Okay, so sue me. I have one extra character.)

Have you read it yet? Ordered yours? If you have, without spoiling it for everyone, tell us what you thought.

If not...boy, do I have something for you.



1. A copy of Across the Universe
2. AtU bookmark
3. AtU pins, set of 3 (small)

All you have to do to enter this amazing giveaway for an amazing book is A) leave a comment here B) make sure you're following my blog and C) tell me my hair looks great. Ha!

Other Bookanista love today! Check 'em all out!
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124 comments:

  1. Miranda HardyJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:03 AM

    Yes, your hair is fabulous! I've been dying to read this book. It's gotten great reviews.

    Blog follower!

    DreamyCowgirl @ hotmail.com

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  2. Karen BaldwinJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:09 AM

    Ha! LOVE the pics. I'm gonna take my gift card across town this weekend to the book store and buy.

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  3. Suzie F.January 13, 2011 at 5:10 AM

    Elana, your hair is gorgeous! I would love to win the AtU package.

    I'm already a follower :)

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  4. GailJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:13 AM

    Just added to my To Read list.

    I admire your hair style, so much that I tried to cut mine the same way...mine doesn't look as good as yours!

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  5. Theresa MilsteinJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:24 AM

    I'm reading it! On somewhere around 160+.

    I wish my bookstore didn't put one of those theft stickers inside the cover. It's not on the ship - it's on the title. I'm afraid to rip it off.

    Beth is awesome. I hope Across the Universe makes the NYT Bestseller List.

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  6. Christina LeeJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:25 AM

    I am on chapter four!!! Couldn't keep my peepers open last night! AND your hair always looks great! :D

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  7. Natalie AguirreJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:25 AM

    This was a great creative review through your pictures. I loved it. And I can't wait to read this. Though I think my daughter will snag it first as soon as she sees it's in the house. I'd love to win.

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  8. CassJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:26 AM

    Nice. It's refreshing to see the other cover being shown for once. :)

    I'm in it for the swag. Already read it--awesome, and will giveaway my copy if I were to win, so someone else can read it in its awesomeness. Old follower.

    And yes, genuinely, your hair is fabtastical.

    cc932005 at hotmail dot com

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  9. Adam HeineJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:32 AM

    Love the hair. Entering the contest :-)

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  10. L. Diane WolfeJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:38 AM

    This book has been making the rounds. Is it adult or YA?

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  11. Laura PaulingJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:01 AM

    Have you been taking vitamins or eating extra asparagus or something because you look different. I think it's your hair. It's gorgeous. :) I'm a follower.

    Thanks!

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  12. KristiJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:05 AM

    Love the photos of you reading...totally AWESOME! This is on my list of books to read in 2011 (along with yours) and I can't wait! I haven't picked up the book YET, so definitely enter me! ;)

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  13. LizaJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:15 AM

    Hooray for Beth and yea for your hair! Pick me! Pick me!

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  14. Jenna WallaceJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:20 AM

    Loving the hair.

    Can't wait to read this book!

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  15. KayJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    Since I'm waiting for the snowplows to do their job to clear a way to the bookstore, I'll hope to win a copy first! I am so looking forward to reading it. BTW, you hair is mah-va-lous!

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  16. Tracey NeithercottJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:34 AM

    Ever since I read the first chapter I've been dying to read this. I have a B&N gift card set aside specifically for Across the Universe. Of course, I'd love to win and use that card for another great book.

    Also, I follow you.

    Also, the hair's awesome.

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  17. MeganJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    I've been dying to read this book since I read a sample online several months ago. Would totally love to win. And might I say, your hair really is looking quite nice. Sadly my wavy locks can't pull off the short-do, causing me to live vicariously through those who can.

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  18. AnonymousJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    ROTFLOL--okay, this post had me in stitches. Thanks for helping me start out the day with a smile. I have not bought this book yet. It's on the list, though! Sounds interesting. And your pictures prove that. :)

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  19. AnonymousJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    Haha, awesome review!

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  20. StinaJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:49 AM

    I'm planning to read it, but I have to catch up on my TBR pile first. Or at least some of it. I'm not a big SF fan, which is why it's not at the top of my list, but I am a huge fan of mystery and romance. ;)

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  21. Amparo OrtizJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:51 AM

    Holy icy frozen people, indeed!! ATU has been on my to-read pile for ages, so it's great to finally see it out in the wild :D

    And YES, your hair is uber-fabulous. Duh. :D

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  22. AngelaJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:52 AM

    Honey, your hair always looks great. I can't tell you how many mornings I wake up, look at my hair, and think. Man, I wish it were Elana's. It's nice having short hair, huh? Not too much fuss.

    Anyway, I love your pictures. They are adorable.

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  23. Jessie HarrellJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    read the first chapter on line and it was amazing. almost as cool as your hair. :) I'd love to win a copy.
    <3, your blog follower
    jessieharrell@me.com

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  24. Cherie ReichJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Great pics! And, I'm waiting for my copy to come. It should be soon...maybe today. Hopefully! *crosses fingers*

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  25. UnknownJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Oh boy! I love giveaways... The genuine interest and joy you hav ein your pics while reading makes me want to run out and buy it, not wait for a freebie...but I love giveaways.

    And OMG, I love what you did with you hair. Short, Smart and Sassy says it all.

    I don't know what I'd do without your blog. I sure am glad I'm a follower. I mean, books, writing advice, bacon, and hairstylin' tips...what more can a follower ask for? (free stuff)

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  26. Christine FonsecaJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    Fabulousity defined - both your hair AND ATU!!!

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  27. AnonymousJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    Your hair looks great!!!!

    Can't wait to read this book! :D

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  28. Stephanie LoréeJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    I bought 3 copies: one for me, and two as gifts. Mine is "in the mail" as I'm stingy with shipping charges. I can't wait to read it and post a review! WANT! NOW! MUST! READ!

    Scribbler to Scribe

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  29. NikkiJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Your hair looks great and I'm a blog follower, but I don't need to enter as I already have the ARC from ALA sitting right here. I'm just asking for the time to read it!!!! I'm so excited :)

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  30. KulsumaJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    Your hair looks superb! Thanks for the chance!
    k_anon[at]hotmail[dot]co[dot]uk

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  31. larainydaysJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    You are shameless but so am I. Nice hair, book sounds interesting, entering now.

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  32. MeredithJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    I want this one so badly! I love the books that suck you into the story, and this one looks amazing! Fabulous hair, by the way :)

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  33. Jenilyn CollingsJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    Your hair is awesome! I've always been jealous of it. Also, I love the pictures of the reactions we'll have. Those are very fun!

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  34. Matthew MacNishJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    Dude! This is the main reason I've been so pissed about the weather down here lately. I had planned on grabbing my copy on Tuesday but the local B&N has been closed all week. Bastards.

    Thank goodness for that excerpt on io9, I'm most of the way through it and I'm glad to see the first chapter wasn't the only amazing part.

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  35. Miriam ForsterJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    I want! *waves hand*

    Also, your hair does look good. Short hair rules! :)

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  36. Tere KirklandJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    I'm about halfway through ATU right now, downloaded it to my nook, but I really love the hardcover and the reversible jacket, and the fact that it's an actual book...

    Seriously, though, I'm in love with this book so far. It has just the right amount of tension, mystery, and adventure, with great writing and wonderful characters. What else could you ask for? A great ending, I guess. I'll find out soon!

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  37. Tere KirklandJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    Crap, I forgot to tell you your hair looks great! Brilly!

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  38. Susan Kaye QuinnJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    I WANTS a pin! I already have the book, but I'll give it away to some lucky niece (I have two).

    Yay Beth!javascript:void(0)

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  39. Bethany WigginsJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    LOVE your book reading depiction. And what a wonderful review. Wish my hair looked half as great as yours, but all this darn curl... Anyhow, You rock.

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  40. Michelle MerrillJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Here's my comment.

    I'm an old follower.

    Your hair...well, it ROCKS! I've always wanted to try the short look, but haven't been brave enough. You inspire.

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  41. KateJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    I read the free preview on Tuesday (111 pages) and now I'm dying to finish this book. Will definitely be buying it if I don't win the contests I've been entering. I love short hair but for some reason it doesn't look good on me. Chin length is the shortest I'll go, but yours looks great. :-)

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  42. out of the wordworkJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    All three done with pleasure! The hair is fabulous darling! And your pic review was genius. I'm so looking forward to reading this book!!!!!
    Nelsa

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  43. ~JamieJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    Your hair's fantastic.

    (I don't need to win or anything... I just wanted to tell you, heh.)

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  44. Michelle McLeanJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    Your hair looks great! :D hehe I was just about to buy the book but with all the giveaways I might wait a few days and see if I get lucky :D Happy Thursday! :D

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  45. Kayeleen HamblinJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    I love short, spunky hair like yours!

    I read the first 111 pages of AtU online on Tuesday, and now I'm stuck waiting for a copy! Can I win one, please?

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  46. ShariJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    Where DO you get your hair done? I LOVE it! I am a follower and I would love to win a copy of her book. I read the first few chapters and I'm hooked!

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  47. HollyJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    Haha I love the pictures!!Everyone that read ATU seems to have the same reaction and it makes me want to read it even more!
    BTW you're hair really does look fabulous!:) Plus it's easier to take care of!lol

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  48. UnknownJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    gosh i want this book so bad lol, love your hair it looks great on you but wouldn't look good on me lol <3

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  49. BrigitteJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    i'm broke again but i'd love to own this book. sounds amazing! everyone seems to be talking about it. seriously! this is the third post i read this morning mentioning Across the Universe!
    btw, your hair is flawless~ ;)
    xoxoxo

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  50. Sara B. LarsonJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    I love, love, loved this book!!! And your hair is fabulous as always! ;)

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  51. Ben SpendloveJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    Your hair looks so great I'd love to have it on my head. I'm not quite Captain Picard, but it's getting chillier, if you know what I mean. Speaking of which, what's with the pictures? I see the spaceship blueprint cover (which I love), but all anyone posts online is the one of two people in close proximity. I don't think I could be seen with a book with that cover. Is that just a promo poster, or are there guys and gals covers?

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  52. MelodyJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    Your hair is epically awesome...as usual! :)

    Yes, I'm a follower, and here I am commenting, so...viola! :)

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  53. Deni KruegerJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    I am a follower:)

    I love your hair and I'm jealous. Got mine cut today in the hopes it would look good before my hubby came home for mid tour leave and... BAH! It still lays flat on my head.

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  54. Colene MurphyJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    HA! You're so funny. Beth Revis did a really amazing job! I loved it!! Awesome job giving her a great shout out too!

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  55. John SankovichJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    Sounds like a good book. I can't really see your hair from the picture, but I preferred it spikey.

    I will have to read it soon after my back log of other YA books on my shelf, can you believe I haven't read the Hunger Games series yet.

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  56. C. Michael FontesJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Your hair is Faaaaaaab-ulous!

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  57. Katie AndersonJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    You are too cute!

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  58. Meradeth HoustonJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    This books looks awesome. Along with your hair :) Please drop my name in the hat!!

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  59. Margo BerendsenJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    Not just your hair, but all those photos were way cute! I am so looking forward to this book! If I win, I promise to pass it on, if I don't, I'm buying and passing it on too.

    Curious: is it okay to do giveaways on books that you've bought and very carefully read (e.g. managed to keep it safe from bacon grease and coffee stains and dog ears?) I know it wouldn't bother me a bit to receive a "used book" from a contest, but maybe others feel differently?

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  60. Shannon O'DonnellJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    Girl, your hair is ALL THAT!

    Steps 1-11 complete, Captain Elana! Shannon O. reporting for duty...er, I mean that copy of ATU.

    It is a must-read, must-have book for anyone wanting to be part of the in-crowd of cool people. And I only have a Kindle copy now, cuz I gave away my ARC. :-)

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  61. nutschellJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    I've definitely been stalking your blog for awhile (since last year), but I"m the silent type so haven't left comments.

    And your hair does look great. I especially love those facial expressions you make while reading your copy of Across the Universe. I probably go through the same expressions when I'm reading my favorite books.:)

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  62. LTMJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    you're so funny. Oh, and gee, your hair looks terrific... :D

    I have ATU in my TBR pile--and now I'm not sure which cover I like better~ :o) <3

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  63. Elana JohnsonJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    Ben, the cover is reversible. REVERSIBLE. I put it on the blue side, because I don't think it's been getting as much love and it is AWESOME.

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  64. Melissa GillJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    Love the hair!

    I was #1 on the list of people to get to check this out from the library. (That's how long I've been waiting for this.) I get to pick it up TONIGHT!!!! I wish I could afford to buy it (and I might do when I get my income tax refund).

    I may wait until Friday night to start reading though, because my poor broke self can't afford to take off work tomorrow.

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  65. Lisa PottsJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    You always look gorgeous, but your hair is particularly awesome today!

    Can't wait to read AtU! Fingers crossed that I win. Thanks, Elana.

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  66. Carrie HarrisJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    I'm reading this right now! (Well, NOW I'm commenting on your blog, but you get the picture.)

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  67. AllisonJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    Your hair really does look great! I'm not just saying that to get a free book. (Well, I'm MOSTLY saying it to get a free book, but it's true regardless of my motives.)

    joebob1379 (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  68. Kristin RaeJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    Definitely want to read this!! Enter me please!!

    kristinrae023(at)gmail.com

    And your hair always looks great! I wish I could pull off such a short style!

    I'm a follower from way back :)

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  69. Lisa_GibsonJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    Your hair looks fabulous! Seriously. :) I can't wait to get ATU. Unless I can win a copy first. Woo hoo!
    Lisa ~ YA Literature Lover

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  70. PattiJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    I read the first chapter on line and I'm officially hooked. Just need to get to a book store.

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  71. Shelli (srjohannes)January 13, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    Loved it!

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  72. KrispyJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    Gargh! Alz picked up the book for me yesterday, and she already finished it! So jealous because I want it, and I'm stuck at work! Haha. Anyway, still excited to read it.

    Don't enter me for the giveaway, but you should know your hair looks fab. :)

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  73. HeatherJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    My copy just arrived yesterday! Whoo hoo! I'm so excited to start this. I won it from Kari at Under The Fairy Dust.

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  74. L. T. HostJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    I got an ARC at ALA last weekend and read almost all of it that night!

    Can't wait to go buy my real copy so I can have that amazing reversible cover.

    I was bummed, though-- I didn't realize S&S had your ARCs til they were already out :( Ah well. It will be out soon enough, right?

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  75. Jennie EnglundJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    Your hair?

    Better than EVER!

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  76. BK MattinglyJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    I've seen sooooo many awesome reviews of AtU! I can't wait to win it :) Sign me up for that and a lesson on how to get awesome hair like yours!

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  77. GailJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Your hair always looks great!!!!!

    I sooo want to win this giveaway, I have the day set aside for reading the book!
    g)handle@bellsouth.net

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  78. AnonymousJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    Elana's hair being great is like delectable is to bacon. A given. =]

    I'm so excited to read this book. Seriously! That first chapter about killed me all those months back. I almost FELT the blue goo and started yelling, "I want my year!"

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  79. Ishta MercurioJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    Elana, I love the versatility of your hair. Of course it looks great.

    And thanks for this awesome giveaway, and the fabulous (and hilarious) review. Excellent.

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  80. Paul GreciJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    I started reading Across the Universe last night. I'm loving it!!

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  81. ali crossJanuary 13, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    SuhWEET! I have been waiting for this!

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  82. -petitJanuary 13, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    I really want to read this book! And by the way, your hair looks great :P hahaha

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  83. Ben SpendloveJanuary 13, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    REVERSIBLE?! Someone's a genius. Why aren't all books like that?

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  84. UnknownJanuary 13, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    I just got this. Super excited when I got the parcel from the post office. Now, I can't wait to read it.

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  85. Jo SchafferJanuary 13, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    Haha! Cure pics.

    I will grab the ebook. (= Cool.

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  86. JenJanuary 13, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    It's been too, too, too long since I've stopped by. I'm excited to read this book as well. It sounds awesome!

    Your hair looks great AND fabulous :D

    And I follow.

    Cheers!
    Jen

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  87. Margo KellyJanuary 13, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    Your hair looks great, now give me the book...uh...

    I mean, please, I'd love to win the wonderful book. *SMILES*

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  88. Ghenet MyrthilJanuary 13, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    Of course your hair looks fab :)

    I'd love to win! Thanks for hosting an awesome giveaway.

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  89. Steena HolmesJanuary 13, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    I read those pages online you tweeted about and found myself crying in the first chapter. She did a great job and I bought the book online just so I can finish it.

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  90. Jeff KingJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    Of course you hair looks awesome—when doesn’t it?

    Great giveaway… thx.

    If I don’t win, I will definitely get it.

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  91. RoxyJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    Sounds like a great book that I will have to acquire soon. The pictures are very cute.

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  92. Carolina M. Valdez SchneiderJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    Dude, the pictures say it all. Love it! And your hair looks fabulous ;)

    Loved, loved this book. Beth is a marvel of an author. Such an inspiration.

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  93. Jessica LoveJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    Your hair looks mah-velous, dah-ling!

    I've already read (and LOVED) this book...now I'm hoping to win a copy for my classroom library. I want to share the awesome with my students!

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  94. Jemi FraserJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    Your hair ALWAYS looks good!

    I LOVED the first chapter of the book and can't wait to read the rest!! :)

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  95. mariskaJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    i'm chasing this book around the blogs !

    And Your hair looks GREAT !

    - a Gfc follower

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  96. A Canadian GirlJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    The pictures look great (duh, it's because of the hair which looks fabulous) and I really want to know what it is you were reading when you were taking those pictures! They alone would have convinced me to buy Across the Universe.

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  97. tabbylewisJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway! I can't to read this. Your hair looks beautiful! :)
    I am a follower.
    tabbylewis (AT) hotmail.com

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  98. Tez MillerJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    I can't read hardcovers with the jacket on - too awkward. But you're clearly made of stronger stuff than I ;-)

    I'm one of 1734 people you subscribe to your blog via GoogleReader, so you can't verify my name as GoogleReader only lists numbers: http://www.google.com/reader/view/#directory-search/elana%20johnson//0 You'll just have to trust me ;-)

    And your hair does look great! Or at least it looks better than mine - humidity's done quite a number on my follicles, and it's not looking too good...

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  99. Carolyn V.January 13, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    I can't wait for this book! =D

    p.s. Your hair rocks! I've never seen it look bad...ever. You're so lucky! =D

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  100. Heather ZundelJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    I love your photo montage. Ain't that the truth. I love your last photo best of all. It seems to capture everything, especially if you were at the part I am thinking of. ;)

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  101. MezJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    A) Just checked this book out on Amazon. I've added it to my look-for-it-at-the-library list.
    B) I'm a blog follower!
    C) Your hair looks great; I wish mine looked half as good.

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  102. MaganJanuary 14, 2011 at 6:19 AM

    A.)This book was NOT available at my Barnes & Noble on Tuesday when I was trying to to buy it and screw up my book buying hiatus. I think I cried...I actually probably did cry and eat some Twizzlers.
    B.) I kind of read this blog every morning while I eat cereal. It's my thing.
    C.) You pull off short hair way better than I can. One time I had short hair and for some reason it got really curly, so someone told me I looked like one of the members of the Jewish Community Center's basketball team. That may sound anti-semitic, but then I actually saw this kid and we had the exact same white kid afro.

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  103. PK HREZOJanuary 14, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    Wow your hair looks great! :)

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  104. Crystal CookJanuary 14, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    So I've been meaning to tell you that your hair looks great for a while. Your hair looks awesome woman! I totally wish I could rock short hair like you do. :)

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  105. JessyJanuary 14, 2011 at 6:49 AM

    The cover looks like it is glowing. Thanks do much for the giveaway. And yes, Your hair style is fabulous! I just got mine cut and it doesn't look nearly as nice.

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  106. Michael Di GesuJanuary 14, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    Looks like a fantastic read!

    OF Cours, following....

    Fabu hair girl .... WORKI IT!



    Michael

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  107. AnonymousJanuary 14, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    Man. Your hair looks so great! Every pic of you reading I thought...I wish my hair looked that good. You are ROCKIN' it!

    I'm a follower. And will for get it for my book clubbers (hoping it's at work today!) But winning a copy will be pretty darn cool, so thanks!!

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  108. AnonymousJanuary 14, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    Okay, I'm not a big SF fan so I did some research before I entered as not to take away from someone who is a fan. I read the first chapter and I'm hooked. I need to read this book. It has an interesting concept and I didn't want to stop reading. So please enter me and thank you for reviewing this book. Amazing.

    Oh, fabulous hair:)

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  109. Kathryn Packer RobertsJanuary 14, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    I totally missed the contest portion of this post before. How did I do that??? And by the way, your hair looks AWESOME-GORGEOUS!!

    I really really really really want to read this book. The first chapter blew me away. I loved it.

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  110. Windy AphayrathJanuary 14, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    Dude, hair? Totally rockin. Book? Totally want it!

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  111. Gabriela PereiraJanuary 14, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    I'm totally psyched to read this book.

    Oh, and I totally love the hair! :)

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  112. Sarah AhiersJanuary 14, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    oh man, i want to read this book so bad! I read like the first 4 pages online and i was hooked! But it's on my b-day list so i can't buy it for myself until after then (in a few weeks)
    if i win it, though...
    Also, your hair is dead sexy. dead. sexy.

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  113. UnknownJanuary 14, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    I'd love to read ATU and man, your hair is fantastic!!!

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  114. Janet JohnsonJanuary 14, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    I had this dream the other night . . . about your hair, except the way it used to be . . . and all I could think about when I woke up was that I needed to tell you how fantastic I think your hair is!

    :)

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  115. AnonymousJanuary 14, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    I've been dying to read this book! And for some reason, I haven't been able to get my hands on it. Sigh. This is the way of life . . .

    Your hair is gorgeous, btw. ;D

    ashelynnsanford at hotmail dot com.

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  116. Nicole ZoltackJanuary 14, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    I so want to read this book!

    And your hair does look fab. :)

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  117. amber colleenJanuary 15, 2011 at 1:07 AM

    Your hair looks really cute! I wish mine would look like that. :)

    I've been dying to read AtU. It looks sooo good!

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  118. SylviaJanuary 15, 2011 at 3:08 AM

    Hah!:) You're hair looks really good! Especially because you are holding a copy of Across the Universe, which I am DYING to read! So thank you so much for this contest! I really hope I win:)

    sylvia_uy4(At)yahoo(Dot)com

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  119. Natalie AguirreJanuary 15, 2011 at 5:54 AM

    Elana, I won the book on another blog so please give it to someone else. Thanks for the contest.

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  120. Carol RiggsJanuary 15, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    Oh yes, your hair looks fab! HahaHA, love the reactions in the photos. That's so great. SURE! Enter me, enter me. I have this book on my list and wanna read/win it. :o) Thanks for the review!

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  121. Claire DawnJanuary 16, 2011 at 1:07 AM

    Nice pics! Who'd even notice hte hair with your beautiful face in front of it? ;)

    I'm halfway through AtU. I love Elder. And I'm totally hooked by Eldest. And I don't even like sci-fi. Wish I had a hard copy though (I'm reading on Kindle, because I live in the other hemisphere) because the cover is FAB!

    PS, I already stalk Beth in every legal way possible.

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  122. throuthehazeJanuary 16, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway! I've been dying to read this. I am a follower...and yes, your hair looks great :)

    throuthehaze at gmail dot com

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  123. Nichole GilesJanuary 16, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    Your hair is fantastic, as always. I'm not lying, you know. And hey, I totally want to read this so. Yeah.

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  124. StephanieJanuary 20, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    Oh, I've been wanting to read this for so long (which sounds like a weird thing to say, considering it's been published less than a month, but I've been hearing about it forever). And your hair must be the reason for global warming because it's HOT!

    bookwormoakes AT yahoo DOT com

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