As most of you know, my book, The Money Saving Mom®’s Budget, is releasing in January 2012. It’s the culmination of years of personally living frugally and simply and teaching others how to have a paradigm shift about money.
I’m more than a little excited about it (more like crazily ecstatic about it!) because I believe its message is direly needed, especially right now as so many people are struggling to make ends meet. I believe this book has the potential to radically change your budget–and your life!
The Money Saving Mom®’s Budget is a comprehensive step-by-step plan to take you from financial mess to financial success. In this straightforward book, you’ll learn:
::How to set big goals and break them down into bite-sized pieces.
::How to prioritize your time and life in order to live intentionally.
::How to streamline your home and life in order to have breathing room to work toward your financial goals.
::My three-step plan for going from no budget at all to a full-fledged, realistic, written budget.
::How to make a cash envelope system work for you.
::How to cut your grocery bill in half (including 25 ways to save money without using coupons!).
::How to save big on restaurants, travel, clothing, utility bills, prescription glasses, gym memberships, and much more.
::And finally, how to cultivate contentment, embrace today, and live a rich and full life, no matter your income.
You know what I’m most thrilled about in publishing this book? That all of my profits are going to Compassion International–an organization that helps to feed and clothe needy children around the globe.
Knowing that this book has the potential to not only change lives in our country, but to also give food, clean water, shelter, and clothing to those who are living in unimaginable circumstances, gave me so much purpose and excitement while writing. I’m humbled to be partnering with Compassion’s ministry to the poorest of the poor.
Would You Like a Free Pre-Release Copy of The Money Saving Mom®’s Budget?
Update: Thank you for your interest! The submission form is now closed.
We are sending out a limited number of pre-release copies for free to bloggers and other media outlets. Would you like to review the book and publish your thoughts? If so, please fill out the questions below.
Please note: Filling out the below form does not guarantee a few review copy or giveaway, but we will do our best to accommodate as many requests as we can. Your information will not be sold but will only be used to contact you about the book and media opportunities with the book.
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I will definitely be suggesting your book to my MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) group next week since out topic is “Time and Money Saving” I follow your blog regularly and so glad you have this opportunity, it is going to be so helpful to so many! Congrats!!
Boo Hoo, How did I miss this:( Oh well I know I will buy it when it is released!!
Blessings
Shari Lynne
This is so exciting, Crystal! I filled out the form, but understand if I don’t “qualify”. 🙂 I’m sure I’ll be reading your book, and most likely promoting it, regardless.
And thank you for giving all the proceeds to Compassion. Not only is that great in and of itself, it’s such a good example for others like me. After reading Radical, I’m starting to see my family’s wealth (for we truly are wealthy by the world’s standards!) in a different light.
I’ve been a fan of your site since I started using coupons, and I am super excited to see this book. I love doing reviews, and hope I get picked! Even if I don’t, I’m still excited for you. Will there be e-versions, too?
Yes, the Kindle version is already available for pre-order. Thanks for your excitement and support!
I agree with everyone else when I say I wish I had a blog! I could really use some guidance and help now from a trustworthy and reliable source! Congratulations, Crystal…your awesome!
Thank you for the opportunity. I read a lot of books like this and I have actually been considering starting a series where I review some of those that I’ve read on my blog. I would love the opportunity to read yours. I was very excited to hear that you were writing one. Your site is one of the few that I have kept my email subscription for because she always have such great advice. I’m especially loving the freezer cooking in an hour. Sometimes I think you read my mind because its always stuff I’ve been wanting to do LOL.
Crystal, MSM has changed my life since I first found it in 2009! It even inspired me to start my own blog 🙂
I filled out the form but if not selected will have to buy my own copy, can’t wait to read it!
Congrats on all the success, you’ve definitely earned it!
I rarely, if ever, buy books. But I am gonna buy yours as soon as it is ready!! Your wisdom has helped my life so much!!
Crystal, so very excited for you! You are amazing at all you do and so excited to read your book. My blog is just getting started but it has been a lot of fun! I will get the book even if I don’t get selected! Thanks so much.
So excited to read your book. Congratulations!
Crystal, I’ve been following MSM almost from the beginning and I am so thrilled and happy that your message is getting wider circulation through the printed press. The fact that you are donating all of your profits to Compassion brings tears to my eyes. It makes me think of this quote:
There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it. ~Edith Wharton
Thanks for sharing your light and helping others escape the bonds of debt (your readers) and poverty (Compassion) so that their lights may shine, too.
I am so grateful for your blog! It has been such a blessing to me, and a great source of encouragement. I can’t wait for your book!!!
I just wanted to say how excited I am for your book to come out. Not only are you donating profits to such a great organization, but you have given generously of your time while writing this book — a book that will benefit many and change lives. Keep on going, Crystal!
Thank you so much for your encouragement!
I know you are excited to be nearing the completion of this project. I can’t wait to read the book! I think that it is wonderful that the profits are going to Compassion International. This book and the results of it are going to be life changing for so many people. I am sure of it.
Crystal, I’m so excited for you! What a great way to get your wonderful message out there even more! I’m excited for the chance to review it and giveaway, but also to be able to buy it and give it to friends — especially those who don’t understand “this whole blog thing”! =)
~ Mara @ Super Savings
Aw, thank you so much!
I am very excited for you Crystal!!! I was looking at your book a couple weeks ago on Amazon to see when it was coming out and noticed Dave Ramsey’s editorial review, awesome! I am already looking forward to reading it!
Thankful for everyone that encouraged you to write such a great book (and the support of your family). I love that you are giving the profits to Compassion International! Such a great ministry that touches the lives of many people around the world. CONGRATULATIONS Crystal! 🙂
I definitely couldn’t have written this book without an amazing husband who believed in the project from the get-go and has been my biggest cheerleader. In addition, the MSM team and my team at S&S have been amazingly helpful and supportive throughout the entire process.
Thank you for your kind words of encouragement!
WOW!!! How exciting for your Crystal. It has got to be so wonderful to see all your hard work pay off!! Fantastic 🙂
Thanks so much for your kind words!
Congrats! I filled out the form.
Can you say book tour? To Northern Indiana? 🙂
Would love to hear you speak, but I know you’ve got little ones to care for. Looking forward to the book coming out!
I can’t wait to purchase your book–especially since the profits are going to Compassion! What a wonderful, generous example that sets. It encourages me to live a life that is pleasing to the Lord above all else. Thank you! Congratulations!
Thank you so much for your encouraging words!
Just added you to my Amazon wish list. Can’t wait to read it!
Thanks so much for your support!
I really hope I get to review this book! You’ve inspired me since I “met” you on the YWAC message boards WAAAAY back in the day, around the time you started Covenant Wedding Source. So excited to have gotten to follow your journey through this blog, and now a book! I’ll definitely be buying it even if I don’t get chosen. 🙂
Wow! That was a blast from the past!
Congrats crystal on the book!!! {I just filled out the form.} Free review opportunity or not I can’t wait to read your book when it comes out!! 🙂
I can’t wait to read this book! I’m so excited for you in completing such a large project!
I was looking on your book info on Amazon, and I am so impressed that Dave Ramsey wrote an Editorial Review for it – so cool!
I was through-the-roof excited that he was gracious enough to write an endorsement for the book!! I’m honored and humbled.
I know how you feel….I was ecstatic, humbled, and honored when you published a guest post I had submitted about consignment shopping/buying. That’s awesome! You should ask Dave Ramsey to autograph one of your books for you :). You’re a living, breathing, intentional example of how his system can work.
Congratulations, Crystal! I know you must be so excited! I admire you for giving your profits to those it need. It can be difficult to look past the struggles in our lives to the true NEEDS in the lives of others.
I do have a question. I do not have a blog, but I am going to lead a money-saving class class at my church this fall (early winter at the latest?). I have had several people approach me about it, and it is something I feel led to do because we have people from all ages and walks of life in our church family. Should I fill out the survey, or is this not what you had in mind? If not, no worries, I can be patient until your book is released! I just know how much I’ve learned from your site, and I’m sure this book will be an even greater resource.
Thanks for all you do! Have a wonderful evening! 🙂
I am so excited about your book! I can’t wait to read it when it comes out!!! 🙂
Thank you so much for sharing in my excitement!
I am excited about your book too – there are many fantastic books about goals, living intentionally, etc. but what I love is that you stand behind what you say – you live it – and it isn’t to say that other authors don’t, but having been the recipient of your kindness and seeing your heart and passion via your blog and knowing where you have decided to send the money the book earns it is exciting to know the history and solid foundation from which this book is coming from.
Thanks so very much for your kind encouragement!
Times like this make me wish I had a blog. 🙂 Soo happy for your success!
I’ll be doing lots of giveaways around the time of the release, so if you don’t qualify for this, stay tuned for many other ways to get a free copy!
I’ve never wanted to be a blogger so much in my life! I’m so excited to read ur book! Did u ever find out about a Nook version? I’m ready to order today!
I’m pretty sure there will be a Nook version, I just don’t know that it will be available for pre-order.
I’m so excited for you, Crystal. I’m also so pleased that the profits will be going to Compassion. You really are living on less so you can give more and it shows. Thank you for being such a great encouragement (and Christian example) to so many!
So, so excited to hear about your book and that the profits are going to Compassion. So awesome!
Oh how exciting. I hope I get to review a copy!
Crystal,
Congratulations! I don’t have a blog – just wanted to congratulate you on your book! Your website is wonderful; I know the book will be inspiring as well. I am already inspired by your donation of the proceeds! Thank you for sharing great information.
I am so excited for you and for all that your book is going to do for others, especially Compassion International! Great job!
I just started my blog, but hopefully will have a ton of followers soon! It’s just a little bit about my family and the things I am doing to help our family save money =] You are my go to girl for this info! Even if I don’t recieve one, I will be buying one!
Thank you for this chance!
Congrats Crystal! Although I do not have a blog I’ve been following you for the last few years and I’m so happy for you. Thank you for sharing and inspiring me daily. 🙂
I am looking forward to your book. I don’t have a blog, but your book sounds like just what we need in my home. Can’t wait!
I must say I am more than proud that the profits from the book are being given to such a wonderful cause. What a blessing! Anyhow.. I dont have a huge blog but filled out the form anyways because I know for sure my moms group will love the book and I would love the chance to review it and get it in the newsletter ! Will ofcourse buy the book anyways though if not given a pre release 🙂 thanks for all you do in helping us save money and also in learning to be givers 🙂
I will order your book even if I don’t get selected. I have been a reader for a long time now and LOVE your site.
I can’t wait to check out your book, whether I’m chosen to host a giveaway or not! I love reading whatever you write! 🙂
Jessica
Very active on Facebook! Would love to share my thoughts and findings w my friends and family!
Thanks for the opportunity, Crystal!
I would absolutely LOVE to review your new book. I have my own blog that I started about two years ago, partly because of you. 🙂 I’ve been a reader of yours for years and I value your insight, knowledge and your compassion. Thank you for all that you do!
What fun to have a real book that you’ve written in your hands, Crystal! I’m so happy for you. Squeal!
Hi Crystal,
I would love review your new book, but I’m not seeing the questionnaire for me to fill out below. Am I missing something? Let me know.
Hi CC, so sorry about that. You can fill out the form via this link too. (Thanks for letting us know. We edited the post with the link as well.)
I don’t see a spot with any questions?
I switched from my iPad over to my laptop and it came right up, so maybe it just wasn’t visible on the iPad for some reason?
Hi Jessica, try here. (We’ve updated the post too. Thanks for letting us know!)
Congratulations to you Crystal!! I don’t have a blog, but I can’t wait for it to come out so I can read it!!
Thanks so much for your kind encouragement!
Is there a minimum page view requirement? I’m a “small” site, but would love to have the opportunity to preview your book. I’m so excited for this new chapter in your life! (Pun totally intended) 🙂
Definitely fill out the form. I can’t make guarantees because there aren’t an infinite number of review copies available, but I’ve going to do my best to get it into as many bloggers’ hands for free as I can!
Thank you for the opportunity. Even if I don’t get one, I will definitely be buying it…I know more than a few people who could benefit from reading such relevant, encouraging information.