Julie’s Jungle Madness Friday
Just yesterday, I received an amazing gift in the mail from brand-new author Tawny Weber, whose first Blaze will be out next spring…a box of See’s Chocolates! 
Being that I’m from Florida and See’s is sold on the west coast, this is a delight I don’t get to partake of often. I was so excited to see Tawny’s gift…well, screaming was involved. Buy her books when the time comes, people. The woman is not only talented, but she has the absolute best taste in chocolate. (What is it with California chocolate…Ghirardelli is my second favorite, but at least it’s nationally distributed.) Anyway, inspired by Tawny, I’m giving away a 1lb box of assorted See’s chocolates to the continental US resident who posts here and whose name my daughter chooses! I’ll also throw in a copy of any of my books published this year. Your pick!
Thanks for playing!!
I’ve heard about See’s chocolates, but I haven’t had an opportunity to taste them yet! Have one for me this morning!
Comment by Sandy — December 15, 2006 @ 6:42 am
I’ve never heard of the company, but I’m willing to try it in the name of chocolate.
Comment by Jessica M. — December 15, 2006 @ 7:14 am
Another great prize. I hope everyone has a good weekend.
Comment by Maureen — December 15, 2006 @ 7:19 am
I’ll pass on the chocolate (gasp! I must be coming down with something!) because my favorite is actually Fannie May and we have that here in Chicago - in fact I have some pixies in my work bag. But good luck to the rest of you.
Happy holidays, Plotmonkeys and friends
Comment by Stacy ~ — December 15, 2006 @ 7:30 am
Stacy, Fannie May is my third favorite! We used to have a shop here by my house, but it closed. Anything from Chicago is good.
Comment by Julie Leto — December 15, 2006 @ 7:35 am
Happy Friday everyone!
Comment by Beth — December 15, 2006 @ 7:38 am
Comment by Joan Leda — December 15, 2006 @ 7:45 am
What another fabulous prize offering. I love your books and I live on the East coast so have never experienced See’s chocolates. They look delicious. Have a great weekend everyone!
Comment by Cheryl S. — December 15, 2006 @ 8:09 am
I love reading this blog, although I don’t get to as much as I’d like. Merry Christmas everyone.
Comment by Tammy — December 15, 2006 @ 8:25 am
Best Wishes on your books, and hope your Holidays are filled with warm and wonderful memories. And more chocolate of course!
Happy Holidays! :present:
Comment by Sandy G. — December 15, 2006 @ 8:27 am
I’ve never had See’s Chocolate either. It sure sounds good.
Comment by Sherry H — December 15, 2006 @ 8:49 am
Another great prize and I Just love chocolate. I love Hersheys kisses and Godiva DARK chocolate assortment and really good truffles. QVC used to have huge gooey chocolates that were to die for. I dont remember the brand. Borders used to have Joseph Schmidt truffles that were right up there.
Comment by Pat L. — December 15, 2006 @ 8:49 am
I’ve never had See’s chocolate either(but they sound awesome). Awesome prize as always. Happy Friday everyone!
Comment by Liza — December 15, 2006 @ 8:55 am
Chocolate! Oh, what a wonderful word…I can almost feel the sensuous soft drops of chocolate slide down my throat and bring me this delicious and wonderful feeling. Oh, soooo good! I LOVE chocolate of almost any kind, but my favorite is Ghirardelli. In fact, two years ago a friend of mine in California sent me a Ghiradelli chocolate bar. Nothing unusual you say…well, this was a 10 lb chocolate bar…one humongous candy bar! I thought I was in heaven and the whole thing was devoured in record time; I did allow others to join me in consuming this fantastic treat. Honest!
Wishing you a very Happy and Healthy Holiday Season.
Comment by Shari C — December 15, 2006 @ 8:56 am
Great prize. Have a wonderful weekend everyone.
Comment by Crystal B. — December 15, 2006 @ 9:03 am
As a transplanted Californian subjected to Ohio winters now (due to the love of my life) I soooo miss Ghiradelli’s and See’s chocolates - and need them more than ever come February and the snow drifts are threatening to send me over the proverbial edge……..
Comment by Nina — December 15, 2006 @ 9:04 am
ps Carly - Love the covers of your books - the art department did a great job!
Comment by Nina — December 15, 2006 @ 9:05 am
Great prize. Who can NOT like chocolate?? Okay this is going to sound funny but this would actually help my diet. LOL!! Seriously, I eat chocolate while I am dieting and my family members think I am nuts, but if you do it in moderation it works. I diet all day then have something chocolate at night and I have lost over 22 pounds without exercising. 8)
Comment by Kelly — December 15, 2006 @ 9:30 am
I’ve never heard of See’s Chocolate. And being a chocoholic I am not sure thats a good thing.
Comment by Stephanie — December 15, 2006 @ 9:36 am
Wow great prize , haven’t had see’s in years …
Happy weekend !!!
Comment by Karen K — December 15, 2006 @ 9:37 am
I’ve heard of See’s Chocolates but have never tried them. I live in Massachusetts. Sounds like a great way to get ready for the holidays - indulge in a box of fine chocolates. Count me in. Have a great Friday everyone.
Comment by Carolyn A. — December 15, 2006 @ 9:40 am
Well, since it is Christmas, and after yesterday’s post I know that there would be no calories in them, I would love to win the box of chocolates. I still don’t understand why it doesn’t have it’s own spot on the food pyramid.
ONLY 9 DAYS LEFT TIL CHRISTMAS!!! ARRRRGGGGHHHHHHHHH!!!!! I NEED CLEANING FAIRIES!!!!
Comment by ev — December 15, 2006 @ 9:43 am
See’s candies are some of the best out there!!! I live in Southern California, and See’s stores are everywhere — it’s soooo tempting!!! Good luck, everyone!
Comment by Janelle — December 15, 2006 @ 9:43 am
I first had See’s candy when I lived in Las Vegas and I love it. Now that I live in Ohio I don’t get it too often, but every Christmas my mother-in-law orders a ton of it to share with us over the holidays.
Comment by Jennifer C — December 15, 2006 @ 9:44 am
Have a great weekend everyone. Finish up that last minute shopping.
Happy Hanukkah
Comment by Barbara-Jo — December 15, 2006 @ 10:01 am
You rule! Great prize. Have a wonderful weekend!
Comment by pearl — December 15, 2006 @ 10:13 am
I have a client that gives us See’s Chocolates every year…they are really tasty!
Comment by Darla — December 15, 2006 @ 10:16 am
I love See’s Chocolates. I was very fortunate to have gotten a box once. They are delicious.
Happy Holidays!
Comment by Amy S. — December 15, 2006 @ 10:16 am
Julie, I wrote a little poem for you (I love chocolate, btw, being a West Coaster we take See’s for granted)….I didn’t say my poem was good, so don’t send me back to 1st grade English class:
J-for the JOY that you bring us
U-for the uncommon attitude
L-for the LOVE of chocolate
I-for the INCREDIBLE books you write
E-for EVERYTHING that you do!
Have a HAPPY Friday, everyone. Leslie, I am reading your Mark Santori book. WHEW! I actually needed to slide under the covers for that one (it was HOT!). I am only halfway through….you mentioned in the beginning that there were other Santori books…are there besides the ones you mentioned?
Comment by katie — December 15, 2006 @ 10:45 am
Katie, I’m blushing profusely! (the little blushing icon doesn’t seem to be working) Thank you for the lovely tribute! You’re very talented!
Comment by Julie Leto — December 15, 2006 @ 10:47 am
Oh My Gosh!! My Husband’s former employer used to give them See’s chocolates every year at Christmas. I haven’t seen them for years! They ROCK! :thumbsup2:
Comment by Angie-la — December 15, 2006 @ 11:01 am
Chocolate. Damn. I really need to go on a diet. But it’s chocolate…And a free book.
Comment by Heather Harper — December 15, 2006 @ 11:17 am
I’ve never heard of See’s before, but I’m sure they ROCK!!!
Comment by Lori H — December 15, 2006 @ 11:37 am
What a great prize! I’ve never had the pleasure of trying these though!
Comment by Jennifer L — December 15, 2006 @ 11:37 am
I’ve never heard of See’s but it seems like alot of people think its great!
Comment by Ryan — December 15, 2006 @ 11:56 am
One of your books and chocolate, too! What a great way to spend an evening…….Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas a happy and prosperous New Year ……..
Comment by Ruby Davis — December 15, 2006 @ 12:01 pm
Comment by Arlene — December 15, 2006 @ 12:21 pm
How yummy! Chocolate and a book!!!
Comment by Jennifer Y. — December 15, 2006 @ 12:28 pm
Yum Chocolate! I’m not discriminating. See’s or Hershey’s its all GOOD!
Comment by Karen — December 15, 2006 @ 12:28 pm
Happy Friday everyone. I’ve been in bed sick all week and have missed my Plotmonkey friends. I’m going to have to go back through the whole week and see what I’ve missed.
Have a great weekend everyone!
Comment by Jodie — December 15, 2006 @ 12:37 pm
love chocalate, graet prize, have a nice weekend
Comment by kim H — December 15, 2006 @ 1:04 pm
That was really nice of her. I have never had See’s myself, but I heard great things about it. I did talk a very yummy friend into bringing me some German Chocolate when he comes to visit. I’ve never tried it before & he thought it would be a good idea to bring me some.
If he wasn’t engaged, I swear I’d make him mine. lol
Comment by Maria — December 15, 2006 @ 1:20 pm
I’ve never heard of See’s Chocolate before. I’ll have to check that out. Great prizes! I’ve got one or two of your books in my TBR mountain and I’m really looking forward to them! Have a great day!
Comment by Jen — December 15, 2006 @ 1:51 pm
See’s are wonderful I would loe to give this gift to my grandmother who adores these chocolates. She is a doll to me. Best, Weekend.
Comment by diane — December 15, 2006 @ 1:54 pm
This would be a tasty treat.. Actually I would give it to my sweet sister for the holidays which begin tonite. Have a fab weekend.
Comment by ellie — December 15, 2006 @ 2:06 pm
Julie
Thanks for the heads up on a new author. I just added the book to my Borders wish list so i’ll remember.
As for the Chocolate’s Yummy!!!!! I love the holidays the malls have See candy everywhere, and there always giving free chocolate lolipops!!!
Have a great weekend!
Comment by TRICIA — December 15, 2006 @ 2:22 pm
Wow! I would love these unbelievable chocolates. Since I have heard so much about them it would be great! But I would gie them to my Mom who deserves t his special treat. Have a lovely weekend.
Comment by sharon — December 15, 2006 @ 2:23 pm
Pleeeeeeeease add me too!
I don’t believe I ever had See’s, but certainly heard of it. I tend to be a Hershey’s person. LOL 
Lois
Comment by Lois — December 15, 2006 @ 2:42 pm
I moved to North Carolina from California and I totally miss See’s! What a great prize and have a good weekend!
Comment by Shannon T — December 15, 2006 @ 3:14 pm
I’m on the East Coast too soo I’ve never had the pleasure of eating See’s chocolate. Have you tried Ferrero Rocher chocolate? They’re sooo good. My mouth is watering just thinking about them. Happy Holidays! :cocktail:
Comment by Maria — December 15, 2006 @ 3:35 pm
Can’t wait to read this author — she obviously has excellent taste
Great prize idea — I’d love to win one of your books (and the chocolate wouldn’t hurt either)
Comment by Beth — December 15, 2006 @ 3:37 pm
I want to wish GOOD LUCK to all that can enter……….
sounds like a great prize package.
Have a great weekend everyone ………
Comment by Cryna — December 15, 2006 @ 3:39 pm
See’s are the best. Just read about their great chocolates and they are fab. I would give these to my grandmother who raised me and is a chocolate lover. Have a great weekend.
Comment by alissa — December 15, 2006 @ 3:45 pm
I love chocolate and have never had See’s. Would love to try it. Have a wonderful holiday season and a Happy New Year.
Comment by Patty L. — December 15, 2006 @ 3:52 pm
Mmmmmmmm….CHOCOLATE! I’d have to hide that from my 4 y/o who loves chocolate possibly more than I do!
Comment by SHERRY — December 15, 2006 @ 5:07 pm
Great Gift. They have an Ethel M plant here in our town and it is wonderful!!!!
Have a great weekend.
Comment by Debbie — December 15, 2006 @ 5:12 pm
I like how this post came after the post of “Holiday Diets”
..LOL
Comment by Kathleen — December 15, 2006 @ 5:22 pm
Another great prize!
I’ll have to keep on the look out Tawny’s books.
Comment by Susan — December 15, 2006 @ 5:30 pm
See’s used to be only in California but they have branched out some to maybe Oregon & Washington. Down here kids sell the candy bars for fund raising, yummy! I can’t remember seeing advertising for them, they don’t need to!! Earlier today I walked right by a See’s store & thought about going in but didn’t. When you go in their stores even if you buy only one truffle, or one of anything they give you a free sample of candy, whatever they are passing out that day!! See’s is really yummy stuff, take it from a person who has eaten lots of it!!
Have a great weekend everyone. Ev, if the Cleaning Fairies come to visit you please tell them to come see me!!
Comment by Donna M — December 15, 2006 @ 5:35 pm
PS: If anyone is interested there is a See’s website: http://www.sees.com or 800-347-7337, they do ship!! No I don’t work for See’s, just trying to be helpful!!
Comment by Donna M — December 15, 2006 @ 5:39 pm
Sure do love chocolate ~ have a good weekend everyone
Comment by Shelley — December 15, 2006 @ 5:51 pm
I would love to have one of your books and, of course, the chocolate :love2:, too! lol Have a great weekend everyone!
Comment by Carol — December 15, 2006 @ 6:03 pm
I have never heard See’s but it sounds yummy! Great Prize, chocolate is always good!
Have a great weekend everyone!
Comment by Shannon Upright — December 15, 2006 @ 6:21 pm
Chocolate and books are my two favorite vices.
Comment by cathy — December 15, 2006 @ 6:52 pm
Chocolates and a book–what a great combination.
Comment by Diana — December 15, 2006 @ 7:30 pm
:love2: Oh, yum - do they ever look delicious!
Comment by Karen B — December 15, 2006 @ 7:36 pm
Julie,
I would love to win the prize and choice of one of your books.:doggie::doggie::doggie::doggie::doggie::doggie::doggie::doggie:
what a wonderful prize. I bleed chocolate.
Comment by Gigi — December 15, 2006 @ 7:41 pm
Oh my See’s Chocolates
and a good Julie Leto book.
Happy Holidays all! Last paycheck before Christmas and I am shopping for last 3 gifts and have all others wrapped. I looked in the mirror and I’m still me, it sure seems like an out of body experience. I am neither an organized or on time person.
Comment by jeannie — December 15, 2006 @ 8:03 pm
YUMMY CHOCOALTE
COUNT ME IN
Comment by Cherylann — December 15, 2006 @ 8:29 pm
I just had my first taste of Sees this week. They were giving away samples at our mall - yum. :present:
Comment by catslady — December 15, 2006 @ 9:09 pm
Must…have…chocolate
I have never heard of See’s (another Florida girl) but I do love Ghiardelli chocolate.
Comment by Kris — December 15, 2006 @ 9:29 pm
Hey there, from a South Florida fan! I wish we had samples of See’s candy in our mall! One day… This would be a nice prize pack to win.
Comment by Susan P. — December 15, 2006 @ 11:10 pm
I live on the west coast and in our area we can only buy Sees’ candy locally during the holidays.
Comment by Estella — December 15, 2006 @ 11:28 pm
Happy Friday all! Has anyone ever tried See’s Lolly pops! Yum the butterscotch is incredible!What a great prize.
Comment by Sue Mont — December 15, 2006 @ 11:56 pm
Joy
Comment by Joy — December 16, 2006 @ 12:17 am
Chocolate and a book? That is one of my favorite combinations! My other favorite combination involves George Clooney and a vat of jello, but I digress lol. Thank you for the awesome giveaway! Good luck all!
Happy Holidays!
Hugs and :kiss: ’s , Zara
Comment by Zara — December 16, 2006 @ 12:20 am
:love2: So glad you liked the candy. Isn’t See’s the greatest!
Comment by Tawny Weber — December 16, 2006 @ 12:24 am
:present:
Since I live on the east coast I’ve never had Sees chocolate.
Hope everyone has a great holiday season!
Comment by Joyce — December 16, 2006 @ 1:02 am
I’ve never had See’s chocolate, but is there any bad chocolate? Never had any..
Comment by Stacy S — December 16, 2006 @ 1:21 am
That’s a great prize! I love See’s chocolate. I always buy a box when I’m vacationing out West. Not often enough. lol
Comment by KimW — December 16, 2006 @ 2:55 am
Comment by Renee — December 16, 2006 @ 3:42 am
I’ve never had See’s Chocolate, but it sounds fantastic! I LOVE chocolate. Have a great weekend, all.
Comment by Shari — December 16, 2006 @ 2:49 pm
Ooh, I :love2: chocholate!
Comment by Marie — December 16, 2006 @ 6:21 pm
Great prize! Pick me! Pick me!
Comment by Cherie Japp — December 16, 2006 @ 6:46 pm
Happy Holiday to you & yours
Comment by Dorothy Sexton — December 16, 2006 @ 10:25 pm
I :love2: See’s chocolates too! I had Terry McLaughlin (SuperRomance Author) bring me some from Calif. this summer to RWA National. Tawny has good taste! (And she’s a talented author!)
Fingers crossed I win the chocolates!! Thanks, Beth C
Comment by Beth Cornelison — December 16, 2006 @ 11:25 pm
Oooh! My very, very, very favorite are the Raffaellos from Ferrero Rocher - those are the coconut ones filled with that creamy yummy filling - okay, not chocolate but so what?! They’re FANTASTIC!!!!
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Comment by Joyce Bair — December 19, 2006 @ 11:26 am