I have been emotional today. I’m not exactly sure why. But I knew that I was a little on the tender side when I was in a meeting this morning and someone asked me a very simple question about work – and all of the sudden I felt tears well up in the back of my eyes followed by a big ole lump in my throat. And then I was sitting there trying to say words while tears ran down my cheeks and all I could think was “WHY AM I SUCH A WEIRDO? I NEED TO FIND A GRIP AND THEN MAYBE HOLD ON TO IT, MY WORD.”
I still couldn’t tell you what made me weepy. So I guess I’ll just chalk it up to hormones because hormones are my favorite objects of blame and scorn right now.
Right after lunch, though, I remembered that I wanted to pre-order Jen Hatmaker’s new book, For the Love, so that I could go ahead and download the PDF and start reading (the book doesn’t release until August 18, but a preorder PDF download is available until July 15). Jen is one of my very favorite writers, and she’s also one of my favorite people. She’s crazy smart, deeply funny, and effortlessly encouraging.
These are delightful qualities, don’t you think?
I’ve been looking forward to For the Love since the beginning of the year, and I have said several times that I’ll probably want to quit writing after I finish reading it. I mean, I don’t know if you’re aware, but Jen really has a knack for this whole writing thing. It comes sort of natural to her. She just might have a future if she sticks with it.
Feel free to enclose the last three sentences from the previous paragraph in a complimentary pair of *sarcasterisks.*
Anyway. I ordered my book. Filled out the pre-order info on the For the Love website. Clicked on the confirmation email. Clicked on the PDF link in another email. Started reading. And by page xvi – not even the real page 16, mind you – I was in tears all over again. There is so much grace on those pages, y’all. And there’s also a whole lot of funny (I have clapped my hands more times than I can count). But there’s so much grace. SO. MUCH. GRACE. And my word – when the political climate and the cultural climate and the social media climate are chock-full of meanness and bitterness and impatience and anger, all that grace feels like a balm.
Because it’s hope. And it’s Hope.
Given all of that, I’m going to give away THREE copies of For the Love before the pre-order offer ends, but TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE, my friends.
SO.
If you’d like to enter to win, leave a comment on this post. And then tomorrow night – probably around 9:00 central time – I’ll pick three winners. I’ll notify those winners by email, and they can choose the hardback version or the digital version. Then I’ll order the books, which you’ll receive on or around August 18, and I’ll submit the receipt info on the For the Love website.
The winners will be responsible for responding to the confirmation email by July 15 and then downloading the PDF. I can’t do that part for you, unfortunately. But it’ll only take a couple of clicks for you to claim your PDF, and you’re going to get the biggest kick out of reading it. I’m just as carried away with it as I can be.
The giveaway is only open for 24 hours-ish, so remember that time, it is a-wastin’.
Y’all are in for such a treat!
By the way, nobody asked me to give away these books. This is nobody’s marketing strategy. It’s just for the love of For the Love.
See what I did there?
This giveaway is now closed. Winners have been selected by random.org and notified via email. Thanks, everybody!
I have SO been looking forward to this release.
I would love to read Jen’s new book.
Can’t wait to read this book!!
Aww, I hope you have a tearless day today…unless they’re laughter tears. Thanks for supporting Jen and her new book, what a great friend you are!
OH! This sounds so amazing. Grace is what we need!
I would like to read this book! Thank you for doing this giveaway.
I would love to read this, hearing you and Melanie talk about her has already made me a fan!!
I’m a big fan of Jen Hatmaker and would love to win/read her book! Thank you for this fun give-away!
It sounds wonderful!
Can’t wait to read Jen’s book, but wanted you to know how much I loved yours too. As a military kid, who’s last move ended me up in Alabama to start being a grow up, I like to pretend I’m southern. Then having to move to Ohio for the past two years for my husbands work, our family really missing it. Trying to find “people” up there is tough and miss “our people” down south. Actually sitting in BFF house in Alabaster, Al right now because I just can’t make my mini van head north and end our visit! So thanks for writing a great book to put on paper how we are feeling!
So excited about this book!
This book sounds wonderful!
Love all of your book recommendations.
I would like to read this book!
This was my next “must read, perfect for me right now” book! Would love to win a copy!
I have not read any of her books but I would love to start with this one!! I know I need to work harder to show grace to others!!
I’d love a copy of her book! The “Fighting for Grace”….yes.
When I read Jen’s post on this book and what it was about I knew it was one I need to read. Thanks for the chance.
Love both of you, and hormones are a true pain!!
Thanks for giving these away! That’s super sweet of you!
I would love to win a copy of this book. We all need grace and need to extend grace.
Thank you for being so generous!
Would love to win a copy.
I would enjoy having a chance to read this. I haven’t read any of Jen’s books before so this sounds like a nice start. Thank you for having the giveaway.
God bless,
Dana
would love this book! :)
Would love to win!
I would love to read this! Thanks!!!
And it’s ok to weepy sometimes. It’s cathartic. That’s the excuse I use anyway!
Her book, Seven, was fantastic so I know this one will be great too Can’t wait to read it.
I love your blog! Jen’s book sounds really good!
Love Jen Hatmaker! Can’t wait to read her new book!
I love her – and would love her new book!
Well, I certainly could use some grace. And love. I might even go so far as to give some, too.
Thanks!
I would love to read this!! Thanks!!
Adding this to my to-read list! Would love to win a copy.
I adore your writing, so if you are recommending a book then I know it’s something I need to read!
I can’t wait to read this book! Thanks for this giveaway Sophie!
Sounds like a wonderful book! Btw…I think you are sooooooo funny!
Thank-you for the giveaway! It is because of you that I discovered Jen Hatmaker. Sophie, you are crazy smart, deeply funny and effortlessly encouraging as well. Happy summer!
I would love to win a copy!
Thank you Sophie for wanting to share this with us! Can’t wait to read! You are a dear dear friend!
I would love to have the book, and thank you for the offering!
I’d love to win. Jen is awesome!
I would love a copy of this book!!!
Thank you, that is so, so nice of you to offer this!
For The Love…grace
Pick me! Love reading your blog and follow her on FB. She is awesome!
Awesome giveaway! I would love to win!
awesome giveaway and support for Jen – love your writing as well (don’t stop).
I’ve been looking forward to this book. Thanks
Oh yes please, would love to receive this!
We all need us some grace.
Oh, what a fun prize!
Can’t wait to read this one, thanks!
I would love to read this…Thanks for the opportunity to win!
So excited for this book, would be ecstatic to win!
I would looooovvveee to read Jen’s book!
Can’t wait to read Jen’s book. What a wonderful way to spread some love. 😘
oh thank you for the chance. i’d very much like to read the book.
This would be a great book for my book club to read! Would love to share “For the Love” with my girlfriends!
I love all of Jen’s books, such truth and humor. Can’t wait to read this one!
I’ve never read Jen Hatmaker so I’d love to give her a try. Fairly certain I will have the same weepy reaction if it’s full of grace.
Oh, this book sounds wonderful . . . thanks for the possibility of winning a copy! :)
Love Jen Hatmaker!
Would love to read this….! And sarcasterisks…? Simply brilliant!
this sounds like a timely book with all that’s happening. It grieves me to watch the news anymore and my heart has been so heavy. I’m right there with you on the teary hormone ride. Hugs and thanks to you, Dee Dee
You, Jen, Christy, and Mekanie should all do a podcast together!
Oh how I would love to win this book! Thank you for the opportunity!
Oh, I love your heart. You’re the best.
Please enter me in the giveaway! Thanks so much for the chance to win.
What a great giveaway! I’m looking forward to reading this book but haven’t been able to swing preordering it yet.
Awww…you’re a softie…just like me! It’s interesting how we go through periods of sensitivity, too. I love how much you enjoy and support Jen’s work. Thank you for the chance of winning a copy of “For the Love.” You’re a gem.
I could certainly use some grace! THANK YOU, SOPHIE!
i would love to win this book!!!!
BooMama, you have every single one of those endearing qualities as well. I truly wish we were real life friends!
Can’t wait to read Jen’s new book!
Thanks so much for the offer. Please add my name:)
I’ve been hearing about Jen Hatmaker but haven’t read one of her books, yet. Would love to, though! Thanks for doing the giveaway!
On another note, on your recommendation, I bought some of THE PANTS at Old Navy. Absolutely love them!! They were on sale for $12 but I would gladly pay full price for any more that I buy! Best pants ever!
Please pick me🙋🏼
I would love to read it😍
Your description is wonderful! It sounds like just the “balm” I need!
I’m so looking forward to reading this book! Thanks for the fun giveaway – it’d be great to win, but I’ll be buying either way. :)
I’d LOVE to have this book! :)
Want. Need. Have to have!
I’ve never read any of her books but now I’m looking forward to doing so. Thanks for the give away. And thanks for your blog, I look forward to it each day.
I’ve never read Jen Hatmaker before, but after your recommendation, I really want to. Would love to win the book.
yes, please!
I would love to read the book. Thanks for the giveaway.
Yes Please!
I would love a copy of this book!
Yes & thank you :).
Thank you!
Hi Sophie,
BTW – you and I are BFF’s even though we’ve never met. We are cut from the same cloth and have much of the same outlook on life (and crackers), even though I am a bit older than you. I just turned 50 a month ago – travesty! Anywho – hopefully we’ll meet someday and solidify my pretend BFF relationship with you!
“*sarcasterisks*” < Hahaha! Love that! Can't wait to read For the Love :)
Oh, what a blessing it would be to read this book. Thank you for the opportunity to win one! P.S. I have started back from the beginning listening to yours and Melanie’s podcasts because I’m at a time in my life where I just need some lighthearted content to listen to and laugh with on my commute. Thank you for the time you’ve invested in those over the years. They are serving my heart well! :)
I can’t wait to read this book. I love Jen and you, too! Thank you for having this giveaway.
You are BOTH great writers!! I’d love to win her new book. ; )
Good Morning! I ❤️ the pod casts!!!! Thank you for the giveaway !
I have not read this author before but would love a book.
Thank you for having such a kind heart. I would love to read Jen’s new book.
Looks like a book I need to read. I would love to win it!
I’ve been anticipating this book for awhile now. I’m excited for a chance to read it!
I would love to have this book. Thank you!