Wild was one of my favorite books ever, and I know many of you felt the same way when you read it.
Cheryl Strayed’s story of hiking the 1100 mile Pacific Crest Trail by herself is so empowering, and I loved getting to interview her when it was first published.
With the highly-anticipated movie version coming out today, there’s already Oscar buzz for Reese Witherspoon, who takes on the role of Cheryl so completely, it’s hard to remember this gritty, potty-mouthed rebel once played the pretty-in-pink Elle Woods.
To celebrate the film’s release, I’m giving away a great Wild prize package, which includes:
* a $50 Visa gift card to see the movie
* a copy of the book
* a copy of the official soundtrack (which, by the way, is fantastic)
For a chance to win, simply leave a comment below. For a second chance to win, Tweet this:
I entered to win a #Wildmovie prize package #giveaway! You should too! @foxsearchlight Click To TweetContest closes on December 14 at midnight Pacific time. Winner will be notified by return email. Prizes can only be sent to a U.S. mailing address.
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Was just thinking of buying this book today! Really want to read it before I see the film.
I didn’t read the book but I sure would like to see the movie . Wow that sure was a long way to hike
I have been reading this movie has gotten great reviews. It will be on my list for the holidays
Thank for the chance to win 🙂
It looks interesting. I like to see actresses go against type.
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I loved the book and am looking forward to the movie. That girl has grit!
She sure does. Amazing story, huh?
I should give the book another try. Started it on audio and was bored to tears. I do like reading better.
I love to see Reese Witherspoon playing different roles!
This book sounds great. Thanks!
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This looks wonderful!
Thanks for the chance to win.
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I have never heard of this book or movie, but now I want to see it. It sounds really interesting.
Well I love a good soundtrack and I do think the movie version of this looks good, I like the idea of Reese Witherspoon gritty, it would be an interesting change for her. As for the book?…Well I think I already told you I thought I was the only one in the world who didn’t love it. Who knows, maybe it was my mood at the time.
Thanks for the opportunity to be a winner, has a nice ring to it. haha
I just saw a trailer on television for this movie and it looked great. This is one I’m definitely adding to my list of must-see movies.
Haven’t read the book, but most certainly excited to try it. Always love a good soundtrack. And a gritty Reese? Count me in!
I think I definitely NEED to read the book before seeing the movie, which I have no doubt will be amazing with Reese Witherspoon!
I can’t wait to see the movie! Loved the book.
I am so going to see this! Reese was great in Mud and in Freeway!
I saw the film but would love to win so I could take my husband to see it . And so I could read the book and compare it to the movie — the opposite way movies and books are typically compared. Thanks, Lois!
I was not excited about seeing the movie — I am always afraid of seeing movies when I loved the book. You reminded me though that sometimes great books make great movies. I will definitely give it a try!
I tend to love Reese Witherspoon movies. I am excited to watch this one too!
looking forward to seeing it!
this movie looks great – i want to see!!!
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Sounds like a great adventure. Definitely sounds like something I would enjoy.
Looks awesome! Thanks for the chance!
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I am really looking forward to seeing this movie, hopefully this weekend. I am hoping it’s good!
I haven’t heard of this before. I was thinking this was going to be a different story. Now I am interesting in reading and watching this one.
I’d like to win – thanks. The movie looks good.
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This is a fantastic giveaway…so excited.
Omgosh! Thanks for the reminder! I’ve been wanting to see this and I nearly forgot about it!
This sounds fantastic. I will have to see it.
I can’t believe I haven’t heard of this story, I can’t wait now to see the movie! One of my dance students, her father was the first man to climb Mt. Everest without oxygen. I only recently found this out, and I truly love all inspirational wilderness stories. Always wanting to learn more.
This movie looks so interesting, I am very interested in it!
I love Reese Witherspoon and this movie looks so good and I have to see it when it comes out. The book sounds fascinating!
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Nice prize. Thank you!
Fantastic to see a movie featuring a woman pushing her limits. Thank you
Amazing story!
count me in!
Thanks for thinking of us to share about winning the book… I saw the movie Wild it is one really great movie…. Thxs again….
I’m not much for reading books, but this sounds like one I could stick with. As for the movie, I plan to see it as soon as it comes to San Diego. I’m sure it will be inspiring, especially since I love to hike (although not as intense as that) and my name is Cheryl, too.
Would love to win this prize package. My book club read this awesome book and we want to go see the movie together when it releases! Thank you!
another book, and movie, to add to my miles long list!
would love to read the book!
Seeing the movie on monday.
Great prize. Thanks
Wild was one of my favorite books also. I’m looking forward to seeing the movie. The story is inspirational and illustrates courage in difficult times and how she comes through.
Interested to see how the movie is different vs the same as the book. And very interested in the soundtrack based on what you’ve said about it. Thanks for the heads up!
This looks like it’s going to be an amazing movie. I’m a huge Reese fan but I just looked at the trailer and don’t know how I missed this. I am going to see this movie.
Don’t know what to say except I’d really like this.
I think this is going to be an excellent movie.
I would love to win this — I think the book would be WAY better than the movie and I’d love the opportunity to read it!!
I like Reese Witherspoon. I think she does a great job in any role she takes on, and I can’t wait to see this one.
Cannot wait to see this movie.
didn’t read the book but I sure would like to see the movie . long way to hike
Thanks for having such an awesome giveaway!
This would be great. I have been seeing previews of movie and did not know this was from a book. I tweeted
I shared it on Twitter (@mail4rosey).
This looks like something me and my daughter would enjoy watching.
Wow, I’ve never seen Reese play that kind of role before! Looks like a good film, for sure!
Sounds interesting!
This is my first time hearing of this book. I will have to check it out.
Fabulous, can’t wait to see the movie. All Smiles!
Looking forward to this movie. Buzz has been positive about it.
Holidays are coming up and I’m planning to see this movie. Would love to read the book first.
Definitely need to read the book BEFORE I see the movie. I’ve done it the other way around a time or two – not the best idea. Looking forward to it!
Oh thanks! I really want to see this now! I also love Reese in everything that she does so I know I’ll love this too.
Not sure I can handle what her feet look like in the movie, because the book description of them made me feel sick! Hope this movie is not as disgustingly accurate!
I’m looking forward to this film.
Oh this looks interesting! I love every thing Reese has ever done so I’ll be checking this one out too!
Loved this book, am looking forward to the movie, and would be THRILLED to win this. Have already Tweeted the link.
I want to read this book over my Christmas break! The movie looks like it’s going to be fantastic as well.
I want to read this book. thanks
Happy Holidays
Hmmm, bucket list??? NOT!! haha
Can’t wait to see this movie (and hopefully, get my hands on this book and soundtrack.) What a great contest!
Enjoyed the book. Looking forward to the movie. Thanks, Lois!
Lots of guts.
Love it!
Looks like a great movie. I love reese witherspoon.
I MUST see this. I am obsessed with movies and books about people who go on these great walking adventures.
i really want to see this movie 🙂 i tweeted too https://twitter.com/buttmuffin/status/540593426765340672
Just watched the trailer – CAN’T WAIT TO SEE THIS MOVIE!!! This was also one of my favorite books, I checked it out from the library. Would love to have it in my own library. Thanks for all of your entertainment Lois : )
Looking forward to seeing this movie.
I’ve loved Reese Witherspoon since Sweet Home Alabama ! I’d love to win!
I am looking forward to the movie. thanks
This is the first time that I’ve heard of this book or movie but I plan to read the book now.
one of those books you simply cannot put down. Lost sleep, not sorry.
I did not read the book. I did see her interview with Oprah and I definitely intend to see the movie especially after this review
This is one of those movies I really want to see. I loved the book and am hoping the movie lives up to it!! =)
I am looking forward to seeing this film.
Thank you for the chance!
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Would love to see the movie.
I heard good things about this book and movie.
So glad Reese has evolved from her first movies. Also liked her portrayal of June Carter Cash.
I haven’t read the book but would like to before I see this movie. Now that Mindy lives nearby (saw her comment) we could go together after we read it!
I think of Reese as a comedic actress so this would be an interesting movie, if just to see her in a different role.
I tweeted:https://twitter.com/lkebar/status/540637790862446593
Wild looks like a great movie and the spotlight is squarely on Reese.
I tweeted
I have heard amazing things about her performance! Can’t wait to see it!
I know a lot of people who have read the book. I definitely want to see this movie.
So in awe of her experience!
Sounds like there is another book I need to read. Thanks for the great giveaway.
I’m looking forward to seeing this movie!
Ooooh! This sounds like a good one!
This sounds like a wonderful movie. I am like you I can not see Reese as potty mouth.
This is interesting. I never knew about this movie. i love Reese Witherspoon
Would love to read the book…then see the movie. Happy to have that chance. Thanks.
I have been wanting to read this book before I see the movie! Thank you for this opportunity to win! And the gift card would help with Christmas shopping! 🙂
I tweeted! Here’s the link:
https://twitter.com/giveawaygirl08/status/540724047324008449
I just finished the book and I can’t wait for the movie. It looks awesome.
Also, I tweeted!!
Great contest!
I tweeted: https://twitter.com/WlknDisaster/status/540735324465291265
I am wild about this contest.
Such a wild giveaway – I have to see this movie! Thank you for the chance to win.
I have wanted to see this movie & read the book since I first saw the trailer for the movie! I tweeted, too! Thank you!
I’m so excited to see this movie!!!
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I loved the book and am looking forward to the movie.
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What a cool looking thing, I have never heard of it but the movie looks interesting!
While I won’t go see this at the theater, I’ll be on the lookout for it on DVD
I have not heard of this book before. I will have to add it to my reading list. Then i will have to see the movie.
I hadn’t heard of this movie before! Sounds like a great movie!
I have heard some really great things about this movie. I want to read the book first, but can’t wait to catch the show too!
This book is on my list of things to read over the holiday break. Looking forward to the movie.
I tweeted. Here is the link. https://twitter.com/Rolypoly__A/status/540920456975380481
This movie definitely looks like a ‘must see’ for me.
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what a great giveaway! I just got the book too so I’ll be sure to read it!
Oh gosh, I had the book on my list to read. I did not even know that they made a movie. I love Reese Witherspoon too!
I posted a tweet: https://twitter.com/AnnaZed/status/540952079221948416
I’ll love to check this new movie out.
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Thanks for a chance to win. I’ll be seeing the movie in Chicago.
I read the summary and it sounded so interesting. I am going to read the book before I see the movie.
This book sounds like a must read.
The book sounds awesome, though I have never heard of it before. I love the roles played by the author. Thanks for sharing the giveaway details as well.
I’ve always been a big fan of Reese Witherspoon! I will be looking forward to watching this!
I think it is dangerous to travel Pacific Crest Trail, but so brave. Would love to see the movie especially played by Reese Witherspoon.
I haven’t read the book, but the movie looks good.
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Would love to read this book and then see the movie…Heard they are both excellent.
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My book group read this book and we had very interesting discussions – can’t wait to see the movie – love Reese Witherspoon!
Anxious to see Reese Witherspoon in this movie.
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I like to see actors branch out and play these types of roles
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This movie looks really good
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I really can’t wait to see this movie! I am reading the book now!
Movie sounded really interesting when I first heard about it, now I’m even more intrigued.
I’m half way through the book and can’t wait to see this movie!
This movie sounds great! Looking forward to seeing it.
Thank you for the giveaway!
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My mom is getting me this book for Christmas. I plan to read it before I see it in theaters. Very excited to see it.
have been waiting for this movie to come out. loved the book!
Oh I am so excited to see this movie and read the book! Reese always does such a wonderful job in her movies, and this looks like one that is a must see!
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Thanks for the giveaway!
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