The Story behind the Song *giveaway*

Over the years I've read several books from the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. They're always so uplifting and leave me with a feel good feeling afterward. Most recently I was given the opportunity to read one of the newest additions to the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, The Story behind the Song.

This book was a bit different than the other titles I've read in the series and I LOVED it! Music has always been important to me. It's been a great escape during good times and bad. I've played several instruments over the years and just feel a connection to the music I listen to. The Story behind the Song isn't necessary a collection of uplifting stories, but is a collection of stories written by the authors of some of the most popular songs over several decades about how their song came to be.

I found it very interesting to find out how some of my favorite songs came about like "Father of Mine" by Art Alexakis, performed by his band Everclear. I remember listening to that song over and over and over again when I was dealing with my own father leaving. Other songs that have touched me or I've just really enjoyed at various times that are included in The Story behind the Song include "Hands" by Jewel, "Bohemian Rhapsody" written by Freddie Mercury and recorded by Queen (story by Roy Thomas Baker), "Hey There Delilah" by Tom Higgenson and recorded by Plain White T's and so many more. There are songs included that were sung by greats like Frank Sinatra and newer songs performed by Kenye West, John Legend and more.

I would definitely recommend this book to any music lover with a sense of curiosity about the music they love. And THREE lucky Red Sox Mommy readers have the opportunity to win a copy of The Story behind the Song to enjoy. To enter just leave a comment telling me your favorite song.

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Disclaimer: You must have a US mailing address. You must leave a valid email address so I can contact you if you win. I will not use the addresses for any other purpose. You must follow the first entry requirement before any extra entries will be counted as valid. No "count me in" style comments will be qualified to win, please follow the directions. You have until February 11, 2010 at 11:59pm MT to enter. I will choose the winners at random soon after that time and they will have 72 hours to respond to the winning notifications or a new winner(s) will be chosen by the same method. The winners' addresses will be given to the sponsor so they can mail out the prizes.

Good luck!

Book Information:
Paperback: 448 pages
Publisher: Chicken Soup for the Soul (November 1, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1935096400
ISBN-13: 978-1935096405


I received a copy of Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Story behind the Song in order to facilitate this review and giveaway. Opinions expressed are my own.