Avishi Release Day Book Blitz

We announced the cover of the Avishi book back in July and now the book is available. There's even an excerpt below, too. Enjoy.

~ Release Day Blitz ~

Avishi by Saiswaroopa Iyer

12th August, 2017

Long before the times of Draupadi and Sita

Immortalised in the hymns of the Rig Veda

But largely forgotten to the memory of India

Is the Warrior Queen with an iron leg, Vishpala

Brought up in the pristine forest school of Naimisha, Avishi reaches the republic of Ashtagani in search of her destiny. When Khela, the oppressive King of the neighbouring Vrishabhavati begins to overwhelm and invade Ashtagani, Avishi rises to protect her settlement. But peril pursues her everywhere.

Separated from her love, her settlement broken, with a brutal injury needing amputation of her leg, can Avishi overcome Khela?

Arctica 20 & 30 oz Tumblers w/Lids Giveaway

Here's a giveaway with a pair of winners. Open through 8/30 to Continental US residents only Good luck.

Hosted By: 
Holiday Contest and Sweeps 
  Co-Hosted By: 
Beautiful Touches Do Not Pet Tom's Take On Things Michigan Savings and More Java John Z's The Ministers Wife My Devotional Thoughts Networking Witches Everyday Southwest Peanut Butter and Whine Everyday Gizmos Sweeps & Views What U Talking Bout Willis? Simply Sherryl MyStyleSpot The Homespun Chics Deliciously Savvy

Presents The: 
  Viatek Consumer Products

Arctica 20 & 30 oz Tumblers w/Lids Giveaway 
  2 - Winners 

Holiday Contest and Sweeps is excited to bring you two great products that will change the way you keep your drinks hot or cold. Viatek Consumer Products was kind enough to provide me with one of their Arctica Stainless Steel Vacuum-Insulated 20oz. Tumbler to do a review and giveaway, I am glad to say that two lucky winners will get a chance to own their very own Arctica Tumbler.

I would first of all like to thank all the amazing blogs that have joined in this giveaway to help promote it, from the dedicated co-host and non co-host, a big thank you goes out to you all.

eTravelTrips $2,000 Visa/American Express Gift Card Giveaways

I found two giveaways from eTravelTrips for $2,000 gift cards. One is for a Visa gift card that ends on 8/16 and the other for an American Express gift card that ends some time in November. Both are open to US and Canada residents. It does't appear that you have to sign up for their newsletter. Good luck.

Niki Camera Giveaway

Interested in winning a nice $600 Nikon camera from Beach Camera? Here's a giveaway open to US residents through 9/4. It is only 24.2 megapixels....  My first digital camera was like 1 MP and saved pictures to a floppy disc... Good luck.

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Sugar Bowl Bakery Giveaway

Here's a food giveaway for you, or at least a snack one. Open to US residents only though 9/1. Good luck.

Welcome to the Sugar Bowl Bakery Giveaway!

This is part of our Back To School Gift Guide, so please check it out!

This contest is hosted by the Social Media Gurus Network!

Below is a list of all the bloggers involved in the gift guide.

Michigan Saving and More

Deliciously Savvy

Tales From A Southern Mom

Heartbeats ~ Soul Stains

Here We Go Again ready

My Silly Little Gang

Everyday Gizmos Sweeps & Views

Bargnhtress

Easter Babe’s Theory

Peyton’s Momma

Things That Make People Go Aww

Java John Z's

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Sugar Bowl Bakery

Vishwamitra by Vineet Aggarwal Book Blast

Check out the latest Indian Mythological Fiction book by author Dr. VineetAggarwal.

Vishwamitra by Dr. Vineet Aggarwal

Indian Mythological Fiction

~ Book Blitz ~

11^th August, 2017

When Satyavati, wife of Rishi Ruchik, exchanges with her mother the magic potion for bearing a child, they change not just their children’s destiny, but also the history of mankind. Born of this mix up is Vishwamitra, the son of a Kshatriya, who strives to become a Brahmarishi—the ultimate and most powerful of all Gurus.

Vishwamitra is the powerful story of a brave but stubborn, haughty yet compassionate, visionary king of Aryavarta who not only acquires material wealth through military conquests but also becomes one of the most well-known sages of all times.

Back To School Backpack Giveaway

Here's another back to school giveaway with a stuffed backpack as the prize, including $25 of PayPal cash. Enter through 8/23. US only. Good luck.

Hosted By

Amy & Aron's Real Life Reviews
Co-Hosted By
Deliciously Savvy
Jerri1962sBlog
Oh My Heartsie Girl

Sponsored by:
Amy & Aron's Real Life Reviews
Mead Five Star
Facebook ~ Twitter
Zest
Facebook ~ Youtube
Salon Grafix
Facebook ~ Instagram
Welch's Fruit Snacks
Facebook ~ Twitter

~ 1 Winner~

Open to US

8/9  12am ~ 8/23 11:59pm

~Prize~

The prize pack includes:
Stuffed Backpack from Mead Five Star
(backpack, binder, folders, notebooks, etc)
Zest Shower Gel
Salon Grafix Hair Care Products
Welch's Fruit Snacks
$25 PayPal Cash

Our winner will receive the amazing products we got to review this year (backpack & contents may vary depending on colors available). 

Snack Pals Giveaway

Here's a quick giveaway for some Snack Pals. Open to US residents only, you have through 8/25 to enter. Good luck. Three winners.

Hosted By

Amy & Aron's Real Life Reviews
Co-Hosted By
Deliciously Savvy

Sponsored by:
Wow Gear

~ 3 Winners~

Open to US

8/11 12am ~ 8/26 11:59pm

~Prize~

The prizes include
1 Snack Pal per winner
(3 Winners)
Check out our review for Snack Pals

Find Snack Pals on
Facebook, Youtube, and Twitter

Find Amy & Aron's Real Life Reviews on 
Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Youtube, and Twitter

Thank you to all of the bloggers promoting this giveaway! I appreciate all of you for your hard work and helping our readers get really awesome prizes! 

AcuRite Indoor/Outdoor Weather Radio and Lightning Detector Giveaway

If you're a weather fanatic, check out the prizes you can win here. Ends 9/9. Open to continental US residents. Good luck.

Hosted By:
  Holiday Contest and Sweeps
Co-Hosted By: 
Beautiful Touches Do Not Pet Tom's Take On Things Michigan Savings and More Java John Z's The Ministers Wife My Devotional Thoughts Networking Witches Everyday Southwest Peanut Butter and Whine Everyday Gizmos Sweeps & Views What U Talking Bout Willis? Simply Sherryl MyStyleSpot The Homespun Chics Deliciously Savvy 
Presents The:
  AcuRite Indoor/Outdoor NOAA Weather Radio w/Lightning Detector Giveaway

2 - WINNERS

Holiday Contest and Sweeps is pleased to bring you a great Severe Weather Safety Event with a great group of fellow blogs from AcuRite called the"AcuRite Indoor/ Outdoor Weather Radio w/Lightning Detector Giveaway". Two lucky readers who reside in the Continental United States and that are 18+ years of age will each win this Weather Kit. As a NOAA Certified Skywarn Spotter this one of the best Portable Severe Weather Radio Lightning Detectors Sets I have ever seen. It not only warns you of incoming severe weather but while in the field watching it warns you of lighting strikes within 25 miles of your location.

Fire 7 Tablet with Alexa Giveaway

Here's a giveaway open worldwide that ends 8/29. Want to win a new tablet? You've come to the right place. Good luck.

Start your kids off back to school with exciting technology! Win an all-new Kindle Fire 7 Tablet with Alexa included! 

ENTER TO WIN!

One lucky reader will win a

Kindle Fire 7 Table Tablet equipped with Alexa!

Hosted by Mom Does Reviews and It’s Free at Last

Giveaway ends 08/29/17 at 11:59 pm ET! Open to Worldwide residents 18+ and older. (If you live outside of US, you will receive Amazon or Paypal equivalent to prize value.)

Enter using the Rafflecopter form below.

Be sure to return tomorrow to complete the daily entries!

Good Luck!

Gurunanda Diffuser and 100% Pure Oils Giveaway

In the market for an oil diffuser? How about winning one instead? Open to US residents through 9/4. Good luck.

This post contains affiliate links if clicked on I may receive a small commission to support this blog.

Welcome to the Gurunanda Diffuser and 100% Pure Oils Giveaway!

This is part of our Back To School Gift Guide, so please check it out!

This contest is hosted by the Social Media Gurus Network!

Below is a list of all the bloggers involved in the gift guide.

Michigan Saving and More

Deliciously Savvy

Tales From A Southern Mom

Heartbeats ~ Soul Stains

Here We Go Again ready

My Silly Little Gang

Everyday Gizmos Sweeps & Views

Bargnhtress

Easter Babe’s Theory

Peyton’s Momma

Things That Make People Go Aww

Java John Z's

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Now let’s get to the sponsor!

4 Things to Look for When Seeking E-Commerce Support

Today, a business will not only flourish through local and traditional markets but can also succeed in the online market as well. With the development and innovations on the internet in the past decade, the internet has become a virtual worldwide market that allows businesses to present and sell their products to people around the world. If you are running a business and are thinking about expanding your reach online, then this article will help you a lot.

You see, setting up your business online is very different compared to how it is done traditionally. First of all, you need to have a proper platform that will allow you to present your products or services. Furthermore, this online platform, which will come in the form of a website must be carefully developed and designed in order for you to do business. Customers must be able to buy online, choose payment methods, and inquire about specifications and other after sales inquiries. On your side, your website must also be able to record the sales and keep track of your inventory - deliveries, purchases and returns, and other business related processes. While you may be familiar with all of these things, doing them in an online platform might prove to be very challenging and can slow down your operations. Therefore, employing the services of an e-commerce support team is a must. E-commerce support teams are highly trained and experienced individuals that aim to assist you from the initial setup up to the management of the operations of your business. If you want to hire an e-commerce support team, we have gathered four tips below.

pBuzz Kid's Musical Instrument Giveaway

Do you have a family member with a child that you love giving loud annoying gifts to? This giveaway might be for you. With four winners, you have four chances to win and annoy someone.... Open to US residents through 8/30. Good luck.

Sponsored By: pBuzz

Hosted By: Love, Mrs. Mommy

**4 Winner Giveaway** 

Each winner will receive a pBuzz Musical Instrument ($29.95 RV) A total giveaway value of $119.80!

What is pBuzz?

Designed by a team of British musicians the pBuzz is a completely new musical instrument. The brightly colored, light and smooth curved edged product has been designed specifically for mini musicians’ little hands. Simple and easy to play the mouthpiece makes it the perfect introduction to brass playing for early learners. Research has shown that youngsters who have early exposure to musical instruments develop areas of the brain that relate to social, language and reasoning skills, as well as memory. The buzz can also help develop a child’s sensory and fine motor skills, encourage self-expression, stimulate imagination and creativity, build confidence and nurture their natural music talents.

The Battles of Tolkien Book Giveaway and Oh, The Places You'll Go! Giveaway Hop

With summer here and school starting in less than a month, we're encouraging our ten-year old son to be reading more. He's usually good with this throughout the year but has been slacking a little this summer. We've picked him up some new books in his favorite series. I've been trying to get him to read Tolkien as I enjoyed it very much when I was a youngster. I bet if he saw the Lord of the Rings movies he might read the books then. Maybe the next rainy weekend we might do that. What follows below is a review of the book, a giveaway of the book, and the Oh, The Places You'll Go! Giveaway Hop, where you can enter a ton more giveaways. Our other Thunder Bay Press book giveaway runs through the 13th of August.

Scratch & Grain Baking Mixes Giveaway

Check out the baking mixes you can win here. First time prize I believe. Open to US residents and ending on 8/19 Good luck.

Sponsored by Scratch & Grain and Hosted by It's Free at Last

About Scratch & Grain

Scratch & Grain baking kits contain individually packaged, high quality, {mostly} organic ingredients, including whole wheat flour, or gluten free flour, and heart healthy flax. They created the product as a way to enjoy baking but skip the mess, hassle and inconvenience of traditional baking. They hope you love the experience as much as you'll love the cookies! Give it a try with your kids too. It's a great family activity!

A’Marie’s Beautiful Flower Soap Giveaway

Do you like having fancy soap for guests? Here's some flower soap you can try to win. Open to US residents only, you have through 9/10 to enter. Good luck.

Welcome to the A’Marie’s Beautiful Flower Soap Giveaway!

This is part of our Back To School Gift Guide, so please check it out!

This contest is hosted by the Social Media Gurus Network!

Below is a list of all the bloggers involved in the gift guide.

Michigan Saving and More

Deliciously Savvy

Tales From A Southern Mom

Heartbeats ~ Soul Stains

Here We Go Again ready

My Silly Little Gang

Everyday Gizmos Sweeps & Views

Bargnhtress

Easter Babe’s Theory

Peyton’s Momma

Things That Make People Go Aww

Java John Z's

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Now let’s get to the sponsor!

3 Tips To Creating A Solid Cyber Security Plan

If you are planning to start a business, you must have a solid cyber security plan ready to be put into motion. Therefore, all the computers, programs, and networks you use for your business operations must be secure and protected from attacks, damages, and unauthorized access. If major corporations such as Adobe, Target, Home Depot, Sony, and JP Morgan can experience a cyber security breach, what makes you think that your business will do fine without a solid cyber security plan? So, how do you go about creating a solid cyber security plan? Well, do allow us to elaborate!

A solid cyber security plan must focus on three main areas—prevention, resolution, and restitution. Everything must be done to reduce the risk of attacks, and if there is a breach in the system, there should be procedures and plans ready to be implemented to combat the threat. The business must also have all the sensitive data and information backed up to be used in case of data loss, in order to ensure that the regular operation of the business isn't affected.

Here are three tips to creating a solid cyber security plan:

$500 Visa Back to School Giveaway

Whole Heart & Home is running a giveaway where the winner gets a $500 Visa gift card, supposedly for back to school. For those of us beyond school age, you can use it for something else.... :)  This runs throughout the month of August. Since they're a Canadian company, this is definitely open to US and Canada residents. Good luck.

Casio Next Generation Graphing Calculator fx-CG50 PRIZM Giveaway

When was the last time you used a physical calculator and not a calculator app on our mobile phone? Here's the chance to win one that costs over $100. Open to US residents through 9/10. Good luck.

This post contains affiliate links if clicked on I may receive a small commission to support this blog.

Welcome to the Casio Next Generation Graphing Calculator fx-CG50 PRIZM Giveaway!

This is part of our Back To School Gift Guide, so please check it out!

This contest is hosted by the Social Media Gurus Network!

Below is a list of all the bloggers involved in the gift guide.

Michigan Saving and More

Deliciously Savvy

Tales From A Southern Mom

Heartbeats ~ Soul Stains

Here We Go Again ready

My Silly Little Gang

Everyday Gizmos Sweeps & Views

Bargnhtress

Easter Babe’s Theory

Peyton’s Momma

Things That Make People Go Aww

Java John Z's

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Now let’s get to the sponsor!

Casio

Awake With Brooklyn Beans CocoMocha Giveaway

More k-cups for you to try to win. This time with a bit of a chocolate twist. Open to US residents only through 9/5. Good luck.

This post contains affiliate links if clicked on I may receive a small commission to support this blog.

Welcome to the Awake With Brooklyn Beans CocoMocha Giveaway!

This is part of our Back To School Gift Guide, so please check it out!

This contest is hosted by the Social Media Gurus Network!

Below is a list of all the bloggers involved in the gift guide.

Michigan Saving and More

Deliciously Savvy

Tales From A Southern Mom

Heartbeats ~ Soul Stains

Here We Go Again ready

My Silly Little Gang

Everyday Gizmos Sweeps & Views

Bargnhtress

Easter Babe’s Theory

Peyton’s Momma

Things That Make People Go Aww

Java John Z's

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Now let’s get to the sponsor!

Ful Mission Backpack Giveaway

Back to school time for a new backpack. Open through 8/21 to US residents only. Good luck.

Hosted By: Stingy, Thrifty, Broke

Contest runs from 8/7-8/21 at 11:59pm.

Learn more about the Ful Mission backpack!

Sesame Street: Elmo’s Wonderful World Giveaway

Here's a triple winner giveaway for friends of Elmo. Open through 8/14 to US residents only. Good luck.

CREATE A COLORFUL WORLD WITH ELMO AND FRIENDS WHEN

WARNER BROS. HOME ENTERTAINMENT AND

SESAME WORKSHOP RELEASE

SESAME STREET: ELMO’S WONDERFUL WORLD ON DVD AUGUST 8, 2017

Brand New DVD Includes Over Two Hours of Elmo’s World Episodes

Whose world is this? It’s yours, it’s mine and it’s Elmo’s!

Rig on the Road Giveaway

It is Truck Driver Appreciation Month. If you're a truck driver, you can enter to win $2,500. If you're not, share and you can win $500. Ends 9/17 if my math is right. I think this is US only. Enter daily.