I almost wrote "Not Selling Out - PUTTING OUT" as the title of this post because it made me giggle seeing how I'm twelve.
However, I'm not technically putting anything out and instead am giving out copies of my friend Eileen Cook's new book What Would Emma Do?
Eileen's the author of Unpredictable (which we all read and loved, yes?) and What Would Emma Do? is her first YA novel.
From Amazon.com's description:
While juggling friendship issues (her best friend isn't speaking to her), a love triangle-turned-square (okay, maybe she shouldn't have kissed her best friend's boyfriend...but it was totally an accident!...sort of), and escalating mayhem in her small religious town (uh-oh...what would Jesus do?), Emma realizes she has to stop trying to please everyone around her and figure out what she wants for herself. It's time to start asking, "What would Emma do?"
I just got my copy and haven't read it yet, but I loved her first book and am totally on board with this one if for no reason other than how liberally parentheses have been used in the description.
Now maybe the YA genre won't appeal to all of you, but I'm betting it will to those with daughters or those who lost more than one night's sleep worrying about the whole Bella/Edward/Jacob conundrum. (Y'all know who you are.) (And I share your shame.)
To win your copy sent personally by me, simply post your favorite take on the phrase of What Would Jesus Do, e.g. What Would Tyler Durden Do or What Would Jack Bauer Do. I'm going to pick one winner from Jennsylvania.com and one from MySpace.
Good luck! You have until noon tomorrow to hit me with your best shot. (So fire away.)
P.S. Hey, Sally, since it seems to be super important to you, please note I paid for these books myself and am receiving nothing in return save for good karma and a big hug from Eileen next time I see her. (Suck on that, yes?)
What would Chuck Norris do?
Hello, I'm twelve too! I can't help laughing at juvenile Chuck Norris jokes.
On a side note, I just spent several minutes reading "Eileen Cook's new book" as "Eileen's new cookbook" and wondering why a cookbook would have two people snogging on it's cover. Someone needs more sleep.
Posted by: Amber | January 06, 2009 at 07:59 AM
What would Vicki Gunvalson do?
(Shout too many obnoxious 'Woo Hoos' and try to control everything, everywhere)
Posted by: Maryann | January 06, 2009 at 07:48 AM
What would Richard Dawson do? I love that one!
He would kiss the ladies, then toss out a saucy answer to:
Dear Paul Rudd, I would love to ______ you til you can't see straight. *evil grin here*
On a similar tangent -
What would Brett Somers do?
Smack Charles Nelson Reilly and make some smart ass comments to Gene Rayburn (which I am sure they are all doing now in game show heaven - *sigh* - I miss the 70's)
Posted by: Kellee | January 06, 2009 at 07:45 AM
Dear Paul Rudd...
(I can't help it!)
Since Paul Rudd is taken...and so Is Scooby? (really...pick WWSD...I mean, What Would Scooby DOO? AWESOME!)
My entry would be:
WWNBD?
What Would Nancy Botwin Do? (LOVE WEEDS!)
Posted by: jodi | January 06, 2009 at 07:43 AM
What would Maisy and Loki do?
Eat it and then look totally innocent when asked if they ate it
Posted by: Denise | January 06, 2009 at 07:15 AM
Three!
What would Simon Doonan do?
(Something fabulous of course...)
Alternatively,
What would David Sedaris do?
(Journal about it then turn it around into something hilarious he he could read on NPR?)
Finally,
What would my Mommy do?
(Because she knows everything - she's a Mom, duh! - and has always had an answer - even when I didn't want it!)
Posted by: Elizabeth Burger | January 06, 2009 at 06:00 AM
What Would Peter Griffin Do?
Posted by: Caroline Pollock | January 06, 2009 at 05:12 AM
What would Paul Rudd do??
Posted by: Geege | January 06, 2009 at 04:48 AM
my answer is found in the following link:
http://www.bustedtees.com/jesus
I do not claim to have come up with the slogan nor am I trying to win the book by using someone elses work; I do however agree with the message and someday hope to hang glide with Jesus. (Or drink Margs with Jen Lancaster. Both plans sound pretty cool.)
Posted by: Kristen | January 06, 2009 at 02:56 AM
What would Bell Biv DeVoe do?
Posted by: Liz | January 06, 2009 at 02:10 AM
What would Daddy Warbucks do?
Posted by: Liz | January 06, 2009 at 02:01 AM
What would Bert and Ernie do?
Posted by: Liz | January 06, 2009 at 01:59 AM
What would Tim "The Tool Man" Taylor do?
Posted by: Liz | January 06, 2009 at 01:58 AM
Contemporary:
"WWMWD" or "What Would Michael Weston Do"
"WWSD" or "What Would Sam Do"
"WWGRD" or "What Would Gordon Ramsey Do"
Classic:
"WWBMD" or "What Would Batman Do"
"WWSD" or "What Would Spanky Do"
"WWJD" or "What Would Jackie Do" (How many THOUSANDS of these did you get?)
WWED" or "What Would Eloise Do" (Embrace your inner brat!!!)
Dear Jen,
Maybe you didn't intend for "Pretty Fat" to make ME feel better about how hard it is to.... well, you know.
Please, keep those books coming!!!
Ilana
Posted by: Ilana S. Houten | January 06, 2009 at 01:21 AM
What would Chelsea do? (Have another cocktail.) Thank you, Chelsea Lately. Or maybe it should be "What would Chuy do?"
Also, I vote for "What would Mr. T do? Pity the fool." it made me laugh a lot after a pretty shitty day.
Posted by: Jennifer | January 06, 2009 at 01:06 AM
What would Celia Rivenbark do?
Posted by: Karin | January 06, 2009 at 12:53 AM
WWNDD?
what would nancy drew do?
enough said.
Posted by: robin | January 06, 2009 at 12:34 AM
WWMacGD
What would MacGyver do?
It would probably involve a paperclip, duct tape and dental floss, and it would definitely be awesome.
Posted by: Mandy | January 06, 2009 at 12:27 AM
What would Danny Tanner do?
(Cue the emotional talk and depressing music.)
Posted by: Kelly | January 06, 2009 at 12:05 AM
What Would Jackie Do?
My name is Jackie and my younger sister looks to me for advice quite often. Through text messages she began putting WWJD (meaning what would Jackie do) along with her dilemma. It's cute, funny, and heartfelt.
Posted by: Jackie | January 05, 2009 at 11:53 PM
In honor of Gossip Girl's new episode tonight:
WWCBD?
What would Chuck Bass do??
I heart Chuck;o)
Posted by: Lysa Martinez | January 05, 2009 at 11:46 PM
WWSPD?
What Would Sarah Palin Do? (serioulsy, she rocks!!)
BTW I hold my head high with the Twilight series (Team Jacob here), loved it:o)!!
Her adult book The Host is also most awsome and just like the Twilight series clear your schedule!
Posted by: Lysa Martinez | January 05, 2009 at 11:37 PM
What Would Ann Coulter and George Bush Do?
Answer: Start an all-American dodgeball team. Cause if you can dodge a pie AND a shoe, you can most definitely dodge a ball.
Posted by: Alicia McAuley | January 05, 2009 at 11:18 PM
WWTTLD?
What would the Target Lady Do? You know she loves Target, and Target sells books, she would be leaving that register to go hide her copy the minute she knew it was on the shelf!
WWBITNBD?
What would Bitter is the New Black Do? Bitter would put on her Chanel sunglasses, grab her Prada bag, and work it to Borders to buy the book, then come home and kick it with the dogs while spending the day reading in the sun with a fancy cocktail by her side.
Posted by: Kristin | January 05, 2009 at 11:16 PM
WWVDD?
What would Vin Diesel do?
What would Jacob do?
My daughter read "those" books twice...and has moved on to Twilight fan-fic...she needs something new to read!
Posted by: DanceMom | January 05, 2009 at 11:14 PM
What Would Rick Mercer Do? (WWRMD?)
He's totally worth YouTubing. True story.
Posted by: Alicia McAuley | January 05, 2009 at 11:13 PM
WWMWTNWATTGIAAFOLDBIINTSTAPSSATNRAMDCD?
What Would My White Trash Neighbors Who Apparently Think That Garbage Is An Acceptable Form Of Lawn Decoration But It Is Nice To See They Are Practicing Safe Sex As To Not Reproduce Any More Devil Children Do?
I generally ask myself this question and then do the complete opposite.
Posted by: Sean | January 05, 2009 at 11:04 PM
What would the Big Lebowski, aka The Dude, or the Duderino if you're into the whole brevity thing, do?
Posted by: Sarah | January 05, 2009 at 10:38 PM
What would Rae Dawn Chong do?
Just think...Soul Man....
Posted by: Cass | January 05, 2009 at 10:36 PM
WWBD
What would Buffy do?
Still a huge fan of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer"
Posted by: Jennifer | January 05, 2009 at 10:35 PM
WW...CB!
What would.... CHEEZEBURGER!
Posted by: Corey | January 05, 2009 at 10:32 PM
What would Homer doh?
Posted by: k | January 05, 2009 at 10:16 PM
What would Captain Stubing do?
What would Thomas Magnum do?
What would Pa Ingalls (Michael Landon) do?
What would Trixie do?
What would Judge Judy do?
What would Sarah Connor do?
What would Richard Dawson do?
Posted by: prtymbl | January 05, 2009 at 10:11 PM
Hey! I thought this was going to be a chance to give you advice on a rockin' '80's party? WTF??? I've got nothing on the WWJD, but I do have '80's party down-low for you. We have a theme party every year, this is year 13, and last year we had an '80's Prom Party. We went to our local party supply store and bought up stuff to make a photo backdrop, think purple and irridescent stars, and took each couple's picture in front of it and used them later to vote for Prom King and Queen. The winners were awarded with the finest cheap plastic crowns and scepters we could find. Our guests had just as much fun shopping eBay and Goodwill for their authentic '80's party wear as they did attending the party. The mullet wig shopping alone provided hours of fun. It was a hit for sure. And this year, we are having a "holiday sweater" party, with, here's the best part, a "dirty shirty" underneath! Thanks to you Jen. Happy New Year!
Posted by: Jodie Utter | January 05, 2009 at 09:51 PM
WWYDD? - What would your dog do?
Relax, be completely satisfied with their lives no matter what has happened, and have the ability to ignore people when they are telling you what you did wrong.
Sounds pretty good to me.
Posted by: Marie | January 05, 2009 at 09:45 PM
I'm sad because Paul Rudd, Bret Michaels and Tina Fey have been taken. Sigh. So I'll go with my other comedy staples...
WWWFD: What would Will Ferrell Do? (He'd probably walk around in a Speedo and play the cowbell.)
WWMSD: What would Michael Scott Do? (Probably just get Dwight to do it, then harass Jim and Pam while offending everyone else in the office.)
Posted by: Krissy | January 05, 2009 at 09:44 PM
WWMCD: What Would Michael Cera Do?
My guess? Stand awkwardly and be adorable.
Just me? Just me?
Posted by: Melissa | January 05, 2009 at 09:34 PM
Jen,
What Would Jonathan Silverman Do?
('The Single Guy' - Further proof that Jonathan Silverman is wretched.)
Posted by: Carolyn | January 05, 2009 at 09:13 PM
WWSD? Sally would quit nosing around on the blog being a pain in the butt.
Posted by: Leigh Ann | January 05, 2009 at 09:13 PM
What Would Fletch Do?
(Sorry if this is a duplicate...)
Posted by: Kimberly | January 05, 2009 at 09:08 PM
WWBD?
What would Barney do? He'd suit up, introduce you to his friend Ted, and...wait for it...high five you because he is AWESOME!
Posted by: Kim | January 05, 2009 at 09:02 PM
What would Fletch do?
Posted by: Kimberly | January 05, 2009 at 08:59 PM
Oh, snap! Now I look like a dope because I can't spell "would". :(
New answer: WWSCD?
What would spellcheck do?
Posted by: Rhonda | January 05, 2009 at 08:59 PM
WWJTD?
What woud Judge Toler do?
Verdict: Give custody of the free book in question to Rhonda...for the win!
Definitely not in the YA age demographic...but not ashamed to enjoy the books anyway! Pick me! Pick me!
Posted by: Rhonda | January 05, 2009 at 08:57 PM
not only will I give you a hug- but a big wet kiss too. Thanks a million.
Posted by: Eileen Cook | January 05, 2009 at 08:49 PM
What would Meg Cabot do???
Posted by: Ginny | January 05, 2009 at 08:49 PM
How about What Would our Govenor Rod G. Do? (Probably place an ad on Craigslist to sell the dang books!) I love Chicago politics!
Posted by: A.H. | January 05, 2009 at 08:43 PM
why o why is my first post gone a missin????
Posted by: Alysia | January 05, 2009 at 08:42 PM
What would Blagojevich do?
What would Billy Mays do?
What would Hannah Montana do?
Posted by: Kerri Kowalewski | January 05, 2009 at 08:38 PM
WWJFYBD?
What Would Jesus' Frugal Younger Brother Do?
(Little) Jesus would save 15% on his car insurance :-)
Pretty sure there's a nice toasty spot in hell for me. Don't think I'll be lonely though!
Posted by: Jen | January 05, 2009 at 08:34 PM