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Accepting Submissions for Two Little Time Twins Book!

DoubleUpBooks.com — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 01:19:06 +0000

As a bookstore owner, it was bound to happen sooner or later – I would get the itch to publish a book. That time has come and I need your help!

Just because I’m a mom of twins doesn’t mean that I’m the expert on how to raise them, collectively we ALL are the experts, but we’re so short on time aren’t we?! That’s where the idea for my e-book came in. Two Little Time: Twins Advice for the Hurried Mom and Dad will be a collection of 5 bulleted “must know” tips and advice for raising twins from all of us.

This is a chance for you to get published, gain exposure as a “twins expert,” help other moms and dads by sharing your knowledge, and market your blog/website/business to the twins community. In addition, contributors can post Two Little Time on their website or blog to make available to their readers for FREE.

Interested in submitting an article?

It’s easy! Just come up with 5 bulleted tips/advice for raising twins/multiples; write a bio about yourself; read and sign the book agreement. Submissions accepted until June 30, 2012. All the juicy details are below in our Submissions Guideline and Book Agreement downloads (in PDF format).

Download our Submission Guidelines here.

Download our Book Agreement here.

Want to see the original blog post I wrote where I came up with this idea – visit my personal blog Prologue to a Twins Blog.

Thanks so much for your interest! Together we can make a difference… quickly.

Twins Dad Write a Book for Dads

DoubleUpBooks.com — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:09:22 +0000

As a mother, I feel very fortunate that there are so many books written by twins moms about having and raising twins to choose from. These are mothers who have gone where I am headed that can lend their expertise and guidance in order to make my life a lot easier. But, dads don’t have such a luxury. There are very few books written by twins dads about twins. That is why I was so excited to hear about Joe Rawlinson’s new book Dad’s Guide to Twins!

If you are an expectant twin dad wondering what your twin pregnancy and future holds, help is on the way…

This book will help you be better prepared and ready to tackle life during the first few exciting and confusing months without having to wade through a lengthy book you don’t have time to read.

It is perfect for the expectant and new twin dad whether your twins are your first and second children or ninth and tenth.

By reading this book you’ll uncover money-saving tips, understand your preparation options, and eliminate common surprises that accompany every twin pregnancy and the early days of newborn twins.

Anytime one of my friends would announce that they were having twins, I would always put together a pile of books for her to read, but now with the addition of the Dad’s Guide to Twins, I’ll also be able to include a little something for daddy.

Want to learn more? Read more about Joe in our exclusive Double Up Books interview with him. Or, visit our product page for Dad’s Guide to Twins to buy the book.

Happy New Year 2012 – Twins Style

DoubleUpBooks.com — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 15:19:53 +0000

Happy New Year 2012! First, I’d like to thank all of Double Up Books supporters and shoppers for a great year last year. It was our best year yet in retail sales and interacting with our customers. We couldn’t have done it without all the support that the twin and multiples community has given to us. Thank you!

We’re looking forward to another awesome year by providing you great service and a one-stop shopping experience for twin resources – and a little later this year, we’ll be celebrating our 5th anniversary! I can’t wait.

My twins are turning 7 this year and I have a lot of hopes and dreams for us in 2012. First off, I’d like to get a full 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep this year! But, I also hope that I can continue to pass on my love of reading to my twins now that they are becoming independent readers. I’ve started to see a spark of interest towards books as a form of entertainment and I hope to foster this throughout this year. It’s not only important to read to your children, but also important for them to see you reading!

Many blessings for a happy and healthy 2012!

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All our best,

Shelby and your friends at Double Up Books

Happy Twinsgiving OFFERS! 2011

DoubleUpBooks.com — Sat, 27 Nov 2010 03:51:07 +0000

Happy Twinsgiving as we like to call it at Double Up Books! The eating is done and now it’s time to shop for the holidays. As we continue to grow each year we are able to offer more and more exciting offers, especially for the holiday shopping season, and this year is no different. This year we have some pretty cool offers going on from Friday, November 25 (Black Friday) through Monday, November 28 (Cyber Monday). Hip hip hooray, but hurry time is limited.

Black Friday and Cyber Monday Offers at Double Up Books!

Starting on Thanksgiving and running through Black Friday (Friday, Nov 25) all the way through Cyber Monday (Monday, November 28), we’re offering some fantastic deals.

SAVE an extra 5% off ALL orders!
Use coupon code BIGNEWS11 during checkout.

FREE standard shipping on US orders of $45+! (prior to shipping charges)
Just select this shipping option when your order meets the requirements. No coupon code needed.

FREE Gaga for Mama bib with any Gaga for Mama babywear order!
No coupon code needed. We will include one automatically with your order. If you have a color preference, just post it in the comments field during checkout.

FREE Double Up Books pen with every order over $25+!
No coupon code needed. We will include one automatically with your order. Offer good while supplies last.

PLUS with every order…

You’ll be automatically entered to win a $10 savings pass to Double Up Books and a gift tote! No purchase necessary to enter. To enter without a purchase, send e-mail to us with your name.

Miss our Twinsgiving offers?? Don’t boo-hoo, check out our Coupon page to see what other offers are available this month.

Shop at www.DoubleUpBooks.com.

Twins Baby Shower Gift Ideas

DoubleUpBooks.com — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 13:03:58 +0000

Have you been invited to a twins baby shower, but haven’t got a clue as to what would make for a perfect gift times 2 or more babies? Or maybe you want to complement a registry gift with something special that will be remembered for many years to come. I’ve put together this video of the best products from http://www.DoubleUpBooks.com. You’ll be sure to get “ooohs” and “aaahs” when you bring any of our gift suggestions to your next twins or multiples baby shower.

Having trouble watching the video?
Click here to go directly to our YouTube Channel.

DUBBE Twin Books Awards Winners Announced

DoubleUpBooks.com — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 18:00:48 +0000

You’ve voted…we’ve counted and now we’re ready to announce the winners of the 1st Annual Double Up Books Book Excellence award (DUBBE) for twins and multiples books.

Almost 200 votes came in and I thank everyone who participated! Now, on to the winners list…

Best Twin Pregnancy Book

Twins 101: 50 Must-Have Tips for Pregnancy through Early Childhood from Doctor M.O.M.
Khanh-Van Le-Bucklin, M.D.
45% of votes

Best Raising Twins and Multiples Book

It’s Twins!: Parent-to-Parent Advice from Infancy through Adolescence
Susan M. Heim
32.4% of votes

Funniest Multiples Book

Ready or Not…Here We Come: The REAL EXPERTS’ GUIDE to the First Year with Twins
Elizabeth Lyons
44% of votes

Best Two Children’s Books for Twins and Multiples

I’m Having Twins
Paris Morris
65.7% of votes

Two Snowflakes
Jennifer Miller
15.7% of votes

Best Twin Specialty Product/Book

Twin Tie!

Twice Upon a Time: Twins Baby Memory Book
Lynn Lorenz
38.5% of votes

Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Twins: A Step-By-Step Program for Sleep-Training Your Multiples
Marc Weissbluth, M.D.
38.5% of votes

Best Multiples Book from Dad’s Perspective

I Sleep at Red Lights: A True Story of Life After Triplets
Bruce Stockler
57.1% of votes

Best Inspirational or Advice Multiples Book

Twin Tie!

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Twins and More
edited by Susan M. Heim, Jack Canfield, and Mark Victor Hansen
43.6% of votes

Twinspiration
Cheryl Lage
43.6% of votes

Best Twin Memoir

One and the Same: My Life as an Identical Twin and What I’ve Learned About Everyone’s Struggle to be Singular
Abigail Pobrebin
66.7% of votes

Best Multiples Psychology Book

Emotionally Healthy Twins
Joan Friedman, PhD
60.7% of votes

Congrats to all the authors that won and were nominated! Click here to see a list of all of the nominated books.

Thanks again to everyone who participated!

Happy New Year 2010!

DoubleUpBooks.com — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 19:18:49 +0000

Happy New Year!

After a whirlwind of holiday activity, it’s always good to start fresh again. It was a busy holiday season for us and I hope that you also had a wonderful holiday in 2009. It’s amazing how time flies… wasn’t it just this summer?

We have a lot of exciting things happening in 2010 that we are getting ready for. “What?” you ask. More books, customer reviews added to book descriptions, and even our first annual DUBBE (Double Up Books Book Excellence) awards. And knowing us we’ll also throw in a few surprises, coupons, and specials along the way.

If you aren’t already in on all the Double Up Books action, you’ll want to follow us on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/doubleupbooks and/or fan us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/doubleupbooks and definitely sign up for our FREE monthly newsetter here http://bit.ly/4EzsrX

Black Friday and Cyber Monday Ad Leaked

DoubleUpBooks.com — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 15:36:27 +0000

Happy Thanksgiving! I always find it funny when I see that an ad or announcement gets “leaked” because we all know that it was probably done intentional from the company itself. So, in the spirit of all of the big box retailers having their Black Friday ad “leaked,” Double Up Books’ Black Friday ad was also mysteriously leaked to the press too! Normally the ads come out on Thanksgiving, but most retailers accidently on purpose release their ads before hand to get customers excited.

Here are all the great deals that we’ll be offering from Thanksgiving through December 1, 2009 (Cyber Monday)!

Black Friday Ad Leaked

What’s Black Friday? Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving in the retail world. Many, many retailers have special deals and savings for shoppers as everyone begins their holiday shopping.

What’s Cyber Monday? Cyber Monday is the Monday after Thanksgiving in the online retail world. It’s the day that many online retailers offer incredible deals throughout the day. More and more online retailers are also participating in Black Friday days so it’s become less of a focus for retailers.

Shopping for twins or triplets this holiday season? Then, be sure to take advantage of our special Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals at the ONLY bookstore that specializes in books for and about twins, triplets and multiples at http://www.DoubleUpBooks.com

Twins Books Holiday Gift Guide 2009

DoubleUpBooks.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 02:35:10 +0000

We’ve put together our very first holiday gift guide video for this year. Now, you can sit back and see the best twins and multiples books that we are recommending this year for gift giving. Check it out below!

Nov 7th is National Bookstore Day!

DoubleUpBooks.com — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 16:21:43 +0000

Today, November 7th, is the first ever National Bookstore Day! It’s a day to celebrate independent bookstores and booksellers across the country.

Double Up Books is pleased to be one of the 140 bookstores participating in this event. What does this mean for you? First, we’re running a very special promotion for today only. Save an extra 10% off your order of $20+ (prior to shipping charges and taxes, if applicable) by using coupon code NATLBKDAY during checkout. Shop our store at http://www.doubleupbooks.com.

We’re also running a Facebook and Twitter contest to win a copy of the book Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Twins. To enter via Facebook, visit the Double Up Books Facebook Fan Page. To enter via Twitter, just RT the following message “RT @DoubleUpBooks: RT today to enter to win book Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Twins from Double Up Books for National Bookstore Day.“ You can find more information on our Double Up Books Twitter page.

For a list of all participating bookstores, you can visit the host of National Bookstore Day, Publisher’s Weekly website, for more information.

Visit Double Up Books at http://www.doubleupbooks.com.