Over the weekend, Diary of an Eccentric turned 4 years old! I started the blog on June 4, 2007, mostly to catalog my knitting projects and to talk about the books I read on the train. However, these days I only knit once in a blue moon, but there’s always a book in my hand and many more within reach. To reflect my move away from knitting and my desire to focus more on my creative writing, I decided a new header that more accurately depicts my blog was necessary. And thanks to the lovely Monica, a “new” Diary of an Eccentric has been born! I hope you love the new design as much as I do.
I want to thank each and every one of you who have visited my blog over the years. I’ve enjoyed chatting about books with you and making new friends. My blog is my creative outlet, something I look forward to contributing to, and it’s become an important part of who I am. I am so happy to be able to share it with you.
I also want to thank you all for bearing with me as I made numerous updates to fix broken links and missing pictures from my switch to WordPress from Blogger almost one year ago. I know some of you had to deal with duplicate posts, and I apologize for that, but it’s all finished now. I knew I wouldn’t be happy with my blog until all these tweaks were completed, so I appreciate you sticking with me through it all. I did a little dance in my kitchen and even high-fived my husband when it was done. (I know, I’m a dork!)
**While I still read a variety of books, in recent years, much of my reading has turned to WWII novels and Jane Austen variations. In fact, two of my all-time favorite books fit into those categories, and in honor of my 4th blogiversary, I want to share one of my favorites with one lucky reader.
So for this year’s blogiversary, I’m offering either a copy of Persuasion by Jane Austen or The Book Thief by Markus Zusak. I’ve long enjoyed Jane Austen’s novels, but after reading Persuasion last year, it became clear to me that she is my favorite author. And since devouring The Book Thief, I’ve been reading WWII/Holocaust novels left and right in my quest to learn more about that period in history. I love these two books tremendously.
If you are interested, please leave a comment indicating whether you want to delve into Jane Austen or get lost in a book narrated by Death. Please make sure to include your e-mail address. I’ll leave this giveaway open until Sunday, July 10, 2011, just because I’ll be busy with end-of-the school year stuff and getting ready for an early July vacation. This giveaway is open internationally!
**Please note that this giveaway has ended**
On a different note, some of you know that I’ve been working on a novel for several years, and I want to focus more of my attention on my writing. So from time to time, I’ll be posting some random posts about writing or life in general, just to get the creative juices flowing. I hope you’ll read some of my ramblings and help get me motivated.
Thanks again for sharing a love of books and the written word with me. Your friendship and support mean a lot!
Disclosure: I am an Amazon associate.
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Happy Blogoversary!
I’d like to get lost in a book narrated by death.
freda.mans[at]gmail.com
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Congrats and Happy Blogiversary, Anna!
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Happy Blogiversary! 4 years is very impressive and I hope your blog continues for many more. 🙂
I would love to delve into Jane Austen. Thank you!
liedermadchen(at)hotmail(dot)com
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Happy blogiversary. I really loved The Book Thief, but no need to enter me in the giveaway. I love that new header. I’ll post your giveaway in my sidebar. Here’s to many more years of blogging.
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The place looks amazing 😀 Happy Blogaversary and the new look is just wonderful.
No need to enter me, I have Persuasion and Zusak, I did try it and was not convinced
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Just wanted to stop by to wish you a happy B! 4 years is awesome; hope many more are in the plan. No need to enter me in giveaway.
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4 years of blogging is quite an accomplishment! I love the new look and look forward to reading many more posts from you. Good luck with the novel.
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Happy blogiversary! Love the new look. I always have a hard time picking my favorite author, but I come back to Austen again and again. No need to enter me because I already own both books.
Good luck with your own writing.
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Happy Blogiversary! I already own both your favorites, too. I’ll look forward to reading that novel someday.
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Congrats on 4 years Anna!! No need to enter me as I wasn’t a fan of either of those books, but I’m still happy to see you changing and moving forward, and to hear you’re concentrating more on your writing! Very exciting. 🙂
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Happy Blogiversary, Anna! 4 years is most impressive. I love the new look of your blog. No need to enter me as I too own both books.
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Happy 4th bloggiversary, Anna! Love your new header. The Book Thief and Persuasion are two favorites of mine, too. Best of luck with your novel!
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Congratulations and all good wishes on your anniversary.
Could I count myself in for the draw for The Book Thief please.
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Persuasion is one Jane Austen book that I haven’t read, so I would wish for that one.
Happy Blogoversary, and enjoy your new blog look. I like it!
chezraine(at)gmail(dot)com
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Happy Blogiversary! Four years is fantastic!
I’d love The Book Thief.
dlodden at frontiernet dot net
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Happy Blogiversary.
I must say The Book Thief sounds oddly interesting.
seknobloch(at)gmail(dot)com
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Happy Blogiversary! And so glad the switch is over! :–) I love the new look. No need to enter me for a book!
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Anna, wishing you a very happy 4th blogversary! I think several of us began our blogs at close to the same time in 2007. Love your new look and I love reading whatever you’ve got to say.
Jane Austen is a big favorite of mine as well. Who wouldn’t like her? LOL
Again, so happy you are still here blogging and looking forward to reading your thoughts for long time to come.
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Happy blogiversary! I love the new header! No need to enter me in the giveaway.
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Happy Blogiversary! Love to read The Book Thief. Many thanks and best wishes.
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Happy Blogiversary, Anna. The new look is great!
I’d like to read either (although Persuasion would be a re-read, it’a my favorite JA novel).
meah56 at gmail dot com
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LOOOOVE the new look and cheers to four years!
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Happy Blogiversary! I love the new design. It is so cute!! I wish you many more years of successful blogging. I’ve enjoyed every minute my friend!
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Congrats on four years!! The new header is totally adorable. No need to enter me in the giveaway as I actually own both those books (brilliant choices! :)). I am so looking forward to your posts on your experience as a writer — and I’m pleased you’re taking the plunge. If I can support your endeavor in anyway, let me know.
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Happy 4th Blog B DAY!
I can only aspire to reach that milestone and girl it only gets better with you 🙂
keep reading and don’t stop those reviews 🙂
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I’m not here for the giveaway – just wanted to wish you a happy Blogiversary (2007 was a good year to start doing this :-D) and another great year of blogging!
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Happy blogiversary, Anna, love the new header it fits Diary Of an Eccentric perfectly! 🙂
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I’m not here for the giveaway either…just to say Congrats and that I’m glad to have gotten to know you over the years.
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Congrats on 4 years of blogging! I hope you will be at it for many more years! I love the new look on the blog and I wish you luck with your writing.
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Ana: Happy 4th Blogaversary–I must admire your stamina as I’m only into my 7th month! Love the new look and look forward to reading your blog–and your novel when that is ready for prime time! Do keep us all posted. I LOVE WW!! as well–it may be my favorite category–but no need to enter me into your contest as I already have The Book Thief–had read it and LOVED it as well.
Cheers!
BCC
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Happy 4th blogiversary! 🙂
I would love to delve into Jane Austen– isn’t she the best!?!? What a pretty cover!
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So happy to be a part of your 4 years blogging! ((HUGS))
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Happy bloggiversary Anna! I had no idea that we both started so close together–though I’m not sure I can remember blogging without you. 😉
Good luck with your personal writing! I actually like to see that type of stuff on blogs these days since I’m not reading as much as I used to.
Here’s to many more bloggiversaries!
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This is not an entry, as I already own both books. Just stopped by to wish you a happy blogoversary!
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No need to include me in the giveaway, I’ve got both books. I just wanted to say congrats on 4 years and I love the new header!
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Happy Blogiversary! I would love to win The Book Thief. It’s been on my wishlist for a while. Thanks!
Margaret
singitm@hotmail.com
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Happy Blogiversary Anna! I love the new look. Good luck with your writing!
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congrats on 4 years–and the move to WP! i love your new look–i used this format on my first (life) blog. here’s to 4 more years, and then some!
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Happy Blogversary! Good luck with your writing!
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[…] It’s the fourth blog birthday of Diary of an Eccentric. That’s right! Diary of an Eccentric is turning four — and Anna would like to celebrate with you. She’s offering “1 reader a choice between 2 of my favorite books — The Book Thief by Markus Zusak and Persuasion by Jane Austen.” […]
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Happy Blogoversary!
Thanks for the giveaway. Book Thief sounds intriguing to me.
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Happy Blogiversary!!!! You are fantastic!!!!! I have been wanting to read the book narrated by Death for a long time – so The Book Thief it is!!! Thanks for the chance to win!!
areallibrarian[at]gmail[dot]com
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Happy Blogiversary. I would love to read The Book Thief. It sounds really interesting.
lkish77123 at gmail dot com
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Congratulations on a great 4 years! I love Persuasion but would like to win The Book Thief!
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Congrats on the blogoversary! I really am considering the switch to wordpress, but am intimidated to try as it sounds very technical. Is there a good how to site for this transition?
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PS Love the new banner!
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Congrats! I like passing by and taking a look around.
I’d like to get lost in a book narrated by Death.
Please count me in. Thanks.
avalonne83 [at] yahoo [dot] it
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No need to enter me, but Happy Blogiversary!
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Happy 4 year Blogiversary!
I own all the Austen books (but the cover you’ve shown is beautiful!!); I would love to read ‘The Book Thief’, the story sounds unique.
jcsites2002 at hotmail dot com
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Happy blogiversary, Anna! You have a wonderful blog, and I’ve learned a lot from you about blogging, books, and writing. No need to enter me in your generous giveaway as I already have both books. 🙂
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Congrats on 4 years of blogging strong! I already have both books so no need to enter me.
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I would love to read The Book Thief!
Shana
shanaelyse@gmail.com
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Congrats on the anniversary! Please enter me for Persuasion–can you believe I’ve never actually read Jane Austen?? And keep on working on that novel!
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I’m happy for your anniversary, but to tell the truth I have just stumbled upon you.
You are brand new to me!! How refreshing. I come from a non-reading family, and find that sharing books and thoughts will be an extremely insightful process.
I hope you are around for many years to come.
I would dearly love to read Jane Austen.
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Thanks for all the blogiversary wishes! Glad you like the new header!
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Congrats on your blogiversary…you were one of the first blogs that I still look forward to what you have to say! I would love to hear more of what ‘Death’ has to say.
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You all are too kind. I hope you all know how much your support means to me!
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4 yrs! WoW ~ Congratulations!! definitely worth celebrating you and your steadiness “) would be delited to share your love of JA with Persuasion being my alltime fave ! thank you for your generosity!!
blstef1 at mts dot net
well done on your own writing, Anna – hoping to be celebrating that book launch as a not too distant event !!
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4 years of blogging is a lot of work and many thanks for it.
I would love to win the Book Thief, sounds like a good read to me.
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This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for all the blogiversary wishes! They are much appreciated. 🙂 The winner will be chosen via Randomizer.org, e-mailed, and announced shortly.
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[…] Q won my 4th blogiversary giveaway and chose Persuasion by Jane […]
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