Book Review: Eat Shrink & Be Merry and a Contest!!
September 15, 2008
Click here to see the winners!
When was the last time you picked up a cookbook that made you laugh out loud?
This is a comic pulled from the pages of Eat, Shrink & Be Merry! 
The book is filled with funky factoids, tons of interesting information, cooking tips, question & answers, quizzes or should I say “Pop Quizines”, light eating ideas and did I mention fun recipes? With names like Darth Tater,Britney’s Spears, Dilly Beloved, Jamaican Me Hungry and Little Miss Muffin Tops how can you not be entertained?
Besides a good giggle here and there, the recipes are really fun, practical and pretty easy to make. My only gripe is not all recipes have pictures! I like to see what I’m about to make but it’s not a deal breaker a lot of good cookbooks don’t have photos. (Total side bar: This is why my book is taking so long. I refuse to put in a recipe without a photo. Well that and I’ve had NO time to work on it recently!)
OK, so that’s the book, now on to this CONTEST! EatShrinkAndBeMerry.com has given me 20 copies to give away to my readers! How cool is that!?! There is only 1 stipulation, you have to be a current Weight Watchers member to win.
So here’s the deal, anyone who comments between now and Sunday, September 21 at noon is entered in the random drawing. On Sunday the toddler and I will pick 20 numbers out of a hat that will correspond to the comment number you are assigned when you leave the comment. We MAY chose the numbers on video but I’m not making any promises just in case something goes wrong because as you know when you have a 3 year old, anything can happen! ;~P
If your number is picked you WIN! I’ll shoot you a personal email to let you know. The only thing you’ll have to do is copy (scan/take a picture of) your last weigh in from your Weight Watchers book as proof of membership and tell me where you want to ship your prize. That’s it!
Good luck! and don’t forget to leave a comment to enter!
Updates/FAQs
YES!! Online Members are a go!! Unfortunately, the publisher can only ship to the US. :~(
I’m sorry guys.
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On September 15th, 2008 at 7:59 am lexi said:
ooh! sounds fun!
Check out lexis last blog post..Im sure NOBODY reads my blog anymore but….
On September 15th, 2008 at 8:09 am Shannan said:
Hi Roni,
I’d like to enter the contest! I’m a WW Online member, does that count? I can take a screen cap of my weigh-in. Thanks for running the contest!
Check out Shannans last blog post..Week Two, Day Three Report…
On September 15th, 2008 at 8:24 am Holly said:
I’m with Shannan, WW Online member only…I ‘weigh in’ online :)
Are we eligible? Either way, I’ll be checking out that book.
Thanks!
On September 15th, 2008 at 8:25 am Carol said:
Count me in! I’m a current WW member and a cookbook junkie.
On September 15th, 2008 at 8:28 am Terry said:
Terry here… a Weight Watchers member.. looks like a fun book!
On September 15th, 2008 at 8:31 am JEnn said:
Hi Roni!
I’d like to enter as well! I’m also a WW online memeber.
Thanks!!
On September 15th, 2008 at 8:38 am suzanne said:
What’s funny is that my daughter just found one of these on top of a dumpster so i already have one!! Free is the best ;)
Check out suzannes last blog post..Monday September 15, 2008
On September 15th, 2008 at 8:51 am Christine said:
Count me in! Thanks!
On September 15th, 2008 at 8:55 am lisa said:
Hi!
I am also a paying online WW member. I could certainly send you a screen shot of my online weight tracker?
Hope I can enter the contest, what a fabulous idea!
Check out lisas last blog post..Roasted Tomato and Garlic Soup..YUM!!
On September 15th, 2008 at 8:56 am Debbie said:
Sounds like a hilarious book. Their website is fun. Thanks for the offer!
On September 15th, 2008 at 8:57 am Sara said:
I’d love a new WW friendly book. Thanks!
On September 15th, 2008 at 9:03 am Kelly said:
Books like this are great because you can take just about any idea and run with it.
And add me to the ww online group.
On September 15th, 2008 at 9:07 am Lauren P said:
I’d love a new cookbook! And it sounds like this a good one!
On September 15th, 2008 at 9:11 am Karen said:
Hi Roni,
I am a current WW member. Count me in!
Check out Karens last blog post..WW Update Wk #9!
On September 15th, 2008 at 9:13 am Courtney said:
WW online member too!
On September 15th, 2008 at 9:13 am Lori said:
Love your site! I would love a new WW friendly cookbook.
Thanks for all your inspiration!
On September 15th, 2008 at 9:22 am Tammy said:
WW online member too!!!
On September 15th, 2008 at 9:31 am Holly said:
I love a new cookbook. Thanks
On September 15th, 2008 at 9:33 am Julie said:
I too am an on-line member. Hope that we are eligible too!
On September 15th, 2008 at 9:40 am Becky said:
i’m a ww member and would like to be in the drawing.
love your website and can’t wait for your cookbook to come out!
On September 15th, 2008 at 9:40 am Alle said:
OOOh, fun! I’m a WW member and I’d like to be entered!
On September 15th, 2008 at 9:44 am Bonnie said:
I’m a Weight Watchers meeting member….count me in! Thanks Roni!
On September 15th, 2008 at 9:46 am Sarah said:
Thanks Roni!! I love your contests :) And your video podcasts are AWESOME.
On September 15th, 2008 at 10:02 am Crystal said:
Count me in too! I’m doing WW and am down 19 pounds so far!!! Woot! Woot!
On September 15th, 2008 at 10:03 am Nicole said:
I just joined WW a couple weeks ago, and I’ve loved reading your blogs and recipes!
On September 15th, 2008 at 10:08 am Liz said:
Who doesn’t love contests! I’m a weight watcher member and could use a little boost with a new cookbook :)
On September 15th, 2008 at 10:09 am Christy said:
Online WW’s member here. Please enter me in the contest.
Check out Christys last blog post..Oh a contest…
On September 15th, 2008 at 10:11 am Michelle said:
I am always looking for new recipes for my husband to make! I’ve lost 30lbs this year, my first time on WW.
Thanks!
Michelle
On September 15th, 2008 at 10:15 am C.J. de Wit said:
Hi Roni,
Guess the Netherlands is out of the question for shipping ? How about if I have it sent to a friend’s address in the US - does that count.
I’m online member of WW here in the Netherlands. And have been reading and loving your blog for years.
On September 15th, 2008 at 10:19 am Sharilyn Surface said:
Count me in for the new book. I’m always up for a giggle!
On September 15th, 2008 at 10:20 am Erin said:
WW online member here… count me in!
On September 15th, 2008 at 10:25 am Julie P said:
I would love to win one! I’m a current online member.
Check out Julie Ps last blog post..At Church…
On September 15th, 2008 at 10:27 am Shelly said:
Count me in. I love cookbooks. I read them like “regular” books.
On September 15th, 2008 at 10:36 am Michelle said:
Would love a new cookbook with humor in it to spur my WW lose on!
Current WW At Work member.
On September 15th, 2008 at 10:37 am Jennifer said:
Thanks Roni. I am a weight watchers member and would love to be entered in the contest.
On September 15th, 2008 at 10:45 am Barb said:
Love you Roni! I am 16 week WW member & have lost 29 pounds!
On September 15th, 2008 at 11:00 am Caitlin said:
Heyyyy! I just joined WW last week and am always looking for new recipes! The book looks adorble! =)
On September 15th, 2008 at 11:04 am Diane said:
Thanks, Roni. I’m a weight watchers @ Work member. Please count me in, I love experimenting with new recipes.
On September 15th, 2008 at 11:22 am rebekah said:
ha! just the motivation i needed to weigh in! count me in…
On September 15th, 2008 at 11:33 am Tasha said:
Please enter me, also. Thanks! (online member)
On September 15th, 2008 at 11:52 am Samantha said:
Sounds like a great book. Please enter me too. Thanks! (online member)
On September 15th, 2008 at 12:10 pm Caroline said:
Woo hoo!! Sounds like a great cookbook. I am a current WW member. Thanks!
Check out Carolines last blog post..This & That
On September 15th, 2008 at 12:11 pm Amber said:
I’d love an opportunity to win!
Check out Ambers last blog post..Digging Myself Out
On September 15th, 2008 at 12:11 pm Lacey said:
Loyal WW meeting member here :) I would love to win one of these books. Thanks Roni!
Check out Laceys last blog post..Kate
On September 15th, 2008 at 12:32 pm Tricia said:
Hi Roni, This looks like a great book. I am definitely hoping to win a copy. :)
On September 15th, 2008 at 12:56 pm Kelly said:
Lifetime members count, right??
On September 15th, 2008 at 12:56 pm Sherre said:
WW at Work member who loves contests here! (Plus the book sounds fun.)
Check out Sherres last blog post..Weekend Update
On September 15th, 2008 at 1:03 pm Patsy Houghteling said:
Hello Roni
Your awesome - Count Me In (Meeting Memeber)!
On September 15th, 2008 at 1:08 pm Carol Poulos said:
I’d love to win the book. I’m a WW online member.
On September 15th, 2008 at 1:09 pm Nancy said:
I’d love to win this great book, fingers crossed! I’m a lifetime Weight Watchers member! Yee! Haw! Thanks for the chance to win! And, thanks for the fantastic website and podcasts!
On September 15th, 2008 at 1:15 pm Christie said:
Hey Roni, I am a current WW member. Count me in!
On September 15th, 2008 at 1:19 pm Jess's food coma said:
Sounds like fun!!!
On September 15th, 2008 at 1:21 pm Valerie said:
I’m in! A lifetime member here!
On September 15th, 2008 at 1:23 pm Jen said:
Thanks for the contest!
On September 15th, 2008 at 1:39 pm Chrissy said:
I’m a current member too- and any kind contest sounds great to me :-)
On September 15th, 2008 at 1:42 pm AnnaBanana said:
hi Roni. what a fun contest! YES i am a WW member (9months and counting) please count me in!
On September 15th, 2008 at 1:49 pm Stacie said:
I would love to be apart of the contest. I am a WW member also. : )
Thank you!!!
On September 15th, 2008 at 2:36 pm mrsdawngreen said:
What a great idea! I love these gals and recipies from Looneyspoons and CrazyPlates are staples in my cooking rotation. Must try the home-made hummus and mango salsa!
On September 15th, 2008 at 3:37 pm Lynn said:
Lynn Here - sounds like fun!
On September 15th, 2008 at 3:54 pm Amy said:
Hi! Please enter me in the cookbook contest!
On September 15th, 2008 at 4:44 pm Mica said:
Hello! Just joined WW online last week. I think your blog is great!
On September 15th, 2008 at 4:46 pm Angela said:
Sounds like a great book. I also prefer recipes with photos. I’m just like a little kid who wont read a big girl book because it doesn’t have pictures in it :)
On September 15th, 2008 at 4:50 pm Melissa said:
Please enter me in the contest! Thanks for doing this! -Melissa
On September 15th, 2008 at 5:15 pm Michelle said:
I’m a WW online member!
On September 15th, 2008 at 5:29 pm Jennifer said:
I’m an online member, and knew you way back when on the msg boards.
Check out Jennifers last blog post..FO: Wakame Lace Tunic
On September 15th, 2008 at 5:42 pm Tennille said:
Wow! 65 comments already, holy shnikies. lol I want to enter! *grin* I’m a WW meetings member :) well, I do the monthly pass program so I’m online to! *grin*
Check out Tennilles last blog post..An Inspiration
On September 15th, 2008 at 6:50 pm Tanya said:
Hi Roni.
What a great idea!! I would love to be entered in the drawing! Thanks so much!!
On September 15th, 2008 at 7:00 pm Mary said:
Hi Roni:
I would like to be entered in the drawing for the cookbook. Love your site and all the inspiration ! Thanks !
On September 15th, 2008 at 7:05 pm Mel said:
What a super giveaway!! I’m always looking for new recipes and would love to have some more Five Point Friday ideas. I am an online subscriber so please count me in. Thanks!!
On September 15th, 2008 at 7:08 pm Arlene said:
Pick me, pick me! :D I can always use a new cookbook full of light recipes, and if it’ll make me laugh, that’s even better. I’m a WW member … just went to my meeting today, and posted a 2-pound loss!
On September 15th, 2008 at 7:34 pm Krista Ficco said:
Roni: I have been a WW member since 1986. Hope that counts! I love your website and check it daily for the next step in your journey.
Check out Krista Ficcos last blog post..Challenge Results So Far
On September 15th, 2008 at 7:54 pm Stephanie Lairson said:
I’m a book fanatic!!! Would love to add this one to the collection!
On September 15th, 2008 at 7:57 pm Lisa said:
I’ve been a WW member since June 2007 and have lost 65 pounds so far.
On September 15th, 2008 at 7:59 pm Amy said:
I hope the toddler picks me!!! Thanks for the contest!
On September 15th, 2008 at 8:17 pm Nicole said:
It would be so cool to win this cookbook!
On September 15th, 2008 at 8:34 pm Farrah said:
WW member here who would love to win the book!
On September 15th, 2008 at 9:33 pm Melissa said:
Sounds like a fun book!
On September 15th, 2008 at 9:42 pm Siobhan said:
Love, love, LOVE this idea! Thanks for sharing (as always!). I have a question about YOUR book. Maybe I haven’t followed very closely, but, just to confirm, you are writing a cookbook?! Yay! Will you have the Points listed in the book right up front? Or are you not allowed since you are not “officially” part of WW? I appreciate anything that makes my life more simple, so if I can just glance through a cookbook and see the points all printed and pretty, I love that.
Also, I’m with you on the picture thing! You go girl!!
Siobhan
Check out Siobhans last blog post..Listen to the locals!
On September 15th, 2008 at 10:11 pm Michele said:
I love contests! Please enter me.
Thanks Roni!
On September 15th, 2008 at 11:29 pm Erin said:
I alway can use a good cookbook - especially one that helps me on the quest to reach goal!!
Check out Erins last blog post..Azad
On September 15th, 2008 at 11:49 pm Ginny said:
I would love a chance to win this cookbook! It might be the kick I need to get back on track. I’m a WW online member. Thanks for your inspiring blog, Roni!
On September 16th, 2008 at 1:11 am debby said:
I just rejoined w.w. haven’t even told anyone yet! but i’d like to see the cookbook. I don’t think it can beat your recipes though.
Check out debbys last blog post..The Food Journals
On September 16th, 2008 at 1:12 am debby said:
I just rejoined w.w. haven’t even told anyone yet! but i’d like to see the cookbook. I don’t think it can beat your recipes though.
On September 16th, 2008 at 6:16 am tina said:
that cartoon is so true…… and i always need humor to help on my journey to weight loss…. thanks!
tina :)
On September 16th, 2008 at 6:19 am Lynn said:
WW member, thank you for entering me and all that you do to motivate!
On September 16th, 2008 at 7:46 am Catherine Brown said:
I have two of their other cookbooks and they are good. I am a current WW member.
On September 16th, 2008 at 9:04 am Shannon F. said:
Enter me too!
On September 16th, 2008 at 9:11 am Kassie said:
I’m in! Fingers crossed!
On September 16th, 2008 at 10:11 am Alisha said:
Hi Roni! I am a current member ALMOST to lifetime WOO HOO!!!! Please enter me…..love me a good cookbook, yo.
On September 16th, 2008 at 10:56 am Jennifer F. said:
Count me in!!!
On September 16th, 2008 at 10:59 am Misty said:
I am a Lifetime WW member and a *new* Leader! I would love an opportunity to win a cookbook!!!!
On September 16th, 2008 at 1:02 pm Sandy said:
Hi Roni! I’m with Debby–I’d love to see the cookbook but I’m sure the recipes (which I use CONSTANTLY) are nowhere near as good as yours. Thanks!
On September 16th, 2008 at 2:23 pm Tawnya said:
Sounds like a fun cookbook and it’s free! Count me in!
On September 16th, 2008 at 3:56 pm Michelle Dickerson said:
I would love to read a funny cookbook!
On September 16th, 2008 at 7:21 pm laura said:
yay! i hope i can still win……i just made lifetime!!!!!!!!!……however, i still go weekly to check in.
On September 16th, 2008 at 9:25 pm cammi99 said:
Would love to have the book. thx Roni
On September 16th, 2008 at 9:46 pm nancy said:
Thanks for this great give-a-way. This cookbook sounds like fun and full of ideas. Please enter me.
On September 17th, 2008 at 12:17 am Alison said:
I’d love that cookbook!
On September 17th, 2008 at 12:22 am lorenmarie said:
I’d like to enter. Thanks!
On September 17th, 2008 at 8:46 am PaulaS said:
Hi, Roni. I’d love to be entered in the contest. Been a member of WW since November, hit goal and I’m on week 4 of Maintenance now. Love your site!
On September 17th, 2008 at 9:24 am Michele Dochat said:
Hey wow, count me in also…I am also an online only WW member…hope that counts…I see my post is 101….that’s roughly a 1 in five shot at winning as it stands right now, but my guess is you’ll get TONS more entries on this one..I saw the review of this on Amazon and have been looking for this book!
Hope I win!
xo
Michele
Check out Michele Dochats last blog post..Michelle
On September 17th, 2008 at 9:26 am Michele Dochat said:
I just posted above, but it didn’t link my page, but my friend’s page…trying again…
Check out Michele Dochats last blog post..Michelle
On September 17th, 2008 at 9:27 am Michele Dochat said:
Nope, still getting the wrong Michele…Roni, any thoughts??
Check out Michele Dochats last blog post..Michelle
On September 17th, 2008 at 9:50 am Stacey said:
I have this cookbook, and it is GREAT…they have two other cookbooks to. Loony Spoons and Crazy Plates, and they are all geared toward healthy eating with all kinds of great pictures, facts and recipes. I highly recommend you get yourself this cookbook even if you don’t win it!
On September 17th, 2008 at 10:52 am Jen in MN said:
I would absolutely LOVE a new cookbook. Roni, I’ve been reading your posts for about a year now, tried a bunch of your recipes and find you very inspiring. Thanks for taking the time to blog like you do. It’s nice to know we’re all in the same boat!
On September 17th, 2008 at 12:29 pm Adriana said:
This book looks great! ***Lifetime member, online subscriber and a lover of cookbooks :)***
On September 17th, 2008 at 1:08 pm Lindsey said:
Hi Roni, please enter me in the contest! I am a online WW member. Thanks!!
On September 17th, 2008 at 3:29 pm Johnna said:
Hi Roni- Love your site! Please enter me in the contest.
On September 17th, 2008 at 10:12 pm Marcie said:
I LOVE cookbooks!!!! Thanks for posting about this one, I hope to win one :) You’re the best Roni!!
On September 17th, 2008 at 10:32 pm Michelle T said:
Count me in for the contest! I’m a WW Lifetime Member (2 yrs and counting!!!).
On September 18th, 2008 at 1:06 am Sally said:
What fun! A great prize for 0 points! And how many do we get for a good laugh? Have been a WW Lifetime for over 25 years, but overgoal for the past xxxx. Still attend my meeting every Friday though, weighing in every time. I’m old enough to be your mother but still love reading your blog.
On September 18th, 2008 at 9:20 am Kristy said:
Sign me up!! I could DEFINITELY use a new cook book! Looks fabulous, love me some sense of humor!
Check out Kristys last blog post..Not so bad
On September 18th, 2008 at 12:11 pm kathy said:
Want in on the cookbook giveaway!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
On September 18th, 2008 at 12:13 pm Nikki said:
I would love a cookbook. I also love your website and I love that you are a real person who includes the toddler in everything. You are so easy to realate to becasue you don’t make us feel like we have to be superwoman to do this. Thanks!!!!
On September 18th, 2008 at 3:29 pm Melanie said:
115! Roni, you continue to be an inspiration! Keep it up, you rock star!!
On September 19th, 2008 at 8:46 am Valerie said:
Hi Roni, I have been blessed and encouraged by your blog and GLB for so long. Thank you all the hard work and heart you put into it! I am a WW member so count me in!