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Theo Chocolate Fantasy Flavors Variety Pack Giveaway {SPOOKtacular Giveaway Hop}

Are you a chocolate lover who are open to trying some unique flavor combinations? Certified organic and made in the USA, Theo Chocolate bars are available in quite a few fancy flavors such as Cinnamon Horchata, Grapefruit Ginger and Root Beer Barrel. Enter to win a 10-bar variety pack and try five different flavors all at once!


As the first organic, fair trade chocolate maker in North America, Theo uses certified organic and responsibly sourced cocoa beans from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Peru, and organic cane sugar from Brazil. Theo chocolate bars are also Kosher and soy free. The variety pack includes 2 bars of each of the following fantacy flavors: Bread & Chocolate 70% Dark Chocolate, Cinnamon Horchata 45% Milk Chocolate, Hazelnut Crunch 45% Milk Chocolate, Root Beer Barrel 55% Dark Chocolate, and Grapefruit Ginger 55% Dark Chocolate.

One lucky reader of mine will win a Theo Chocolate Fantasy Flavors 10-Bar Variety Pack valued $30! They'd be great to share with the entire family around Halloween. Please enter below and good luck!

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Michael Okon Blog Tour: Halloween Prize Pack Giveaway


I can't think of a better time to read paranormal stories than Halloween. Author Michael Okon is offering you the chance to win a spookatucular prize pack including not only three of his latest books but also a $100 Amazon gift card! Learn a bit more about each book and enter the giveaway daily until the day before Halloween!


Witches Protection Program
Written by Michael Okon

Wes Rockville, a disgraced law-enforcement agent, gets one last chance to prove himself and save his career when he’s reassigned to a 232-year-old secret government organization.

The Witches Protection Program.

His first assignment: uncover a billion-dollar cosmetics company’s diabolical plan to use witchcraft for global domination, while protecting its heiress Morgan Pendragon from her aunt’s evil deeds. Reluctantly paired with veteran witch protector, Alastair Verne, Wes must learn to believe in witches…and believe in himself.

Filled with adventure and suspense, Michael Okon creates a rousing, tongue-in-cheek alternate reality where witches cast spells and wreak havoc in modern-day New York City.

Ages 18+ | Publisher: WordFire Press | June 3, 2019 | ISBN-13: 978-1614759942

My First Words Mini Board Books Box Set Giveaway {Fabulous Fall Giveaway Hop}

For parents who believe in the importance of cultivating their children's love for reading from an early age, My First Words Mini Board Books would make the perfect collection to add to their home library. Winner of the Creative Child Magazine's "2019 Kids Product of the Year" Award, the book set consists of 15 colorful mini board books that come in a gift box with a magnetic closure and interior compartments for easy storage.


Shaped like a stacking block, each mini book features durable pages and rounded corners designed to withstand the wear and tear of a young reader’s active lifestyle. Besides, the books come in the perfect size for tiny hands, covering a wide range of everyday subjects such as food, animals, toys, shapes, numbers, and colors. Your little one can do so much more than reading with these adorable little books because they can also be used to stack, sort, count or even build a puzzle.

Wink Beauty Prize Pack Giveaway {September To Remember Giveaway Hop}

 Are you trying to simplify your beauty routine by using multi-functional products? Then you may want to check out the new dynamic duo from Wink Brow Bar, which consists of Wink Nourishing Lash Fortifier + Keratin and Wink Embrowerment Pencil.


Wink Nourishing Lash Fortifier + Keratin

What it does: Promotes strong, healthy and glossier lashes with special after-care conditioner. It is infused with nourishing keratin. This thickening and strengthening formula help blend new-growth hairs with previously treated lashes, creating a seamless, beautifully enhanced eye look. Each coat fortifies and nourishes root structure, promoting stronger, healthier, and glossier lashes.

What makes it unique?
  •  This product can be used with any lash service, including lash extensions, lash lifting and tinting.
  • Can be used as a primer before applying mascara
  • Nourishes root structure, promoting stronger, healthier, and glossier lashes
  • Contains no prostaglandins.

How to use: Position wand horizontally above the lashes and wiggle gently side to side at the root allowing the conditioner to absorb at the root where the hair meets the eyelid. Then brush gently from root to tip. This post-lift formula relies on the nourishing power of keratin to help maintain thick, curled, and full-looking lashes, root to tip in between treatments.

Price: $68.00

The Swan Princess: Kingdom of Music DVD Review

This year marks the 25th anniversary of animated classic The Swan Princess, as well as the official release of the newest movie in the series: The Swan Princess: Kingdom of Music, now available on DVD and Digital.


Synopsis

Our favorite princesses are back in an all new feature-length musical adventure! Princess Odette is hosting a music competition to celebrate Princess Alise’s birthday - the winner will sing at her grand birthday ball! Prince Li of Cathay has entered, but his sister Princess Mei Li has stowed away on his ship to seek help from Odette and Derek for Chen, who has been cursed to live as a dragon. Lucas and Alise are reunited but Prince Li’s arrival makes Alise doubt her feelings. While Li and Lucas fight for Alise’s heart, Derek and Odette try to help Mei Li and Chen break the curse. Who will win the music festival and will Chen ever be free from his curse?

The Swan Princess: Kingdom of Music DVD includes interactive sing-alongs featuring two all-new toe-tapping tunes from the movie and a behind-the-scenes featurette that explores how the world and characters of the movie were brought to life.

Before we received the new DVD in the mail, we started some fun #SwanPrincessAdventures with a plush toy featuring Puffin from the movie.

We took Puffin on a road trip and made sure he buckled up for safety.

What is the best place to be on a hot summer day? The beach of course. The playground at the beach, to be more exact. Puffin had great fun going down the slides and playing on the swing.

Puffin would love a picnic at the beach as well, especially when he thought of all the fish within easy reach.
Puffin got all ready to take a dip in the sea and he even chose to put on a cool pair of Batman goggles. Puffin loved the adventures we planned for him so much that he decided to stay with us and watch the new movie together.

$10 Amazon Gift Card or PayPal Cash Giveaway {Back to School Giveaway Hop}

While the kids are enjoying the last few weeks of their summer break, it's time for the parents to start shopping for school supplies, new clothes, new shoes and more. Welcome to the 4th Annual Oh! The Places You'll Go Back to School Giveaway Hop, during which you could save on BTS shopping by winning some items for free! Be sure to hop around to find out what each participating blog has in store for you. Have fun and good luck!

As my favorite place to do back-to-school shopping is Amazon.com, I'd like to give away a $10 Amazon gift card to one of my lucky readers! The winner may choose $10 PayPal cash instead if that works better. Please enter below and good luck!

STEM at Play SLIME! Slime Making Lab Kit Giveaway {Sweet Summertime Giveaway Hop}

Would you like to keep learning fun for your kids during summer months? The STEM at play! Series are designed to help kids in grades 3–12 to explore the wonders of STEM skills through a wide variety of experiment and activity kits. And you may want to get started with the fun-filled Slime Making Lab Kit!


The kit comes with 19 lab tools good for 14 experiments that help your child explore the science behind polymer chemistry and become an expert in all things slimy. STEM learning would be so much fun with hands-on activities such as creating colored worms, homemade play dough, a bouncing ball and more.


Inside the kit you will find a 36-page colorful career and lab guide, protective goggles, latex gloves, pipettes, test tubes with lids, large measuring cups, small measuring cups with lids, plastic tubs, wooden spatulas, plastic spatula, plastic bags with zip tops, bottle for sodium alginate solution, calcium chloride, green food coloring, red food coloring, yellow food coloring, blue food coloring, sodium alginate, guar gum, and cornmeal. Additional household items you may need for the experiments include water, spoon, milk, bowl, tablespoon, cake flour, and oil.

Ready to try this out with your child in the comfort of your home? Enter to win one by filling out the form below. Good luck!

Witches Protection Program Blog Tour: Review & Prize Pack Giveaway

It is a police officer's duty to protect all law-abiding citizens. But should that cover witches too, if they exist at all? For those who believe in witches, it's not hard to understand that there are good witches and bad witches. But have you ever thought of an underground government agency committed to protecting the good witches against the bad ones? Learn all about the Witches Protection Program by reading Michael Okon's new paranormal thriller Witches Protection Program!

My Review
With a witty blend of fantasy, suspense, adventure and romance, Witches Protection Program is an absolutely enchanting read! The story is fast-paced, action-packed, and full of wild imaginations that are embellished with a great sense of humor. I wanted to unravel the mysteries in the story so badly that I had to finish reading the book in one sitting.

I am deeply impressed with how well-developed each and every character is, from Wes, a son who desperately tries to prove his worth as a law enforcement officer to his dad, to those who work for Bernadette Pendragon, the mastermind of an ambitious yet evil plan to control the world through a powerful skin care product. I can easily visualize what each character looks like, what their personalities are, and how they would react to a situation through the author's brief yet vivid sketches. What I like most is the interactions between the unlikely couple of Wes, the big, muscle guy who didn't believe in witches and thought the Witches Protection Program was a joke, and Morgan, a tiny young girl who was reluctant to use her talents as a witch unless when it was urgently necessary.

Another fascinating feature of the book is that its magical mix of fiction and fact makes it hard sometimes for the reader to tell imagination from reality. You might be convinced that witches do exist if you believe otherwise before reading the book :) The story ended with a cliffhanger that hinted at a sequel. I definitely look forward to reading more stories about the Witches Protection Program!

About the Book

Witches Protection Program
Written by Michael Okon

Wes Rockville, a disgraced law-enforcement agent, gets one last chance to prove himself and save his career when he’s reassigned to a 232-year-old secret government organization.

The Witches Protection Program.

His first assignment: uncover a billion-dollar cosmetics company’s diabolical plan to use witchcraft for global domination, while protecting its heiress Morgan Pendragon from her aunt’s evil deeds. Reluctantly paired with veteran witch protector, Alastair Verne, Wes must learn to believe in witches…and believe in himself.

Filled with adventure and suspense, Michael Okon creates a rousing, tongue-in-cheek alternate reality where witches cast spells and wreak havoc in modern-day New York City.

Ages 18+ | Publisher: WordFire Press | June 3, 2019 | ISBN-13: 978-1614759942

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KIND Minis Variety Pack Giveaway {Summer Vibes Giveaway Hop}

Whether you are embracing the outdoors or enjoying the coolness indoors this summer, the KIND Mini Bars would serve as an awesome snack option. With only 100 calories and under 6g of sugar per .7oz bar, KIND Minis help satisfy your cravings with no guilt or gluten. They are also kosher and non-GMO. Plus, you will help spread kindness and fight hunger by snacking smart.

I have the pleasure of giving one of my lucky readers a KIND Minis Variety Pack, which includes 30 mini bars in 6 delicious flavors (Dark Chocolate Nuts & Sea Salt, Caramel Almond & Sea Salt, Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate, Dark Chocolate Cherry Cashew, Salted Caramel & Dark Chocolate Nut, and Dark Chocolate Almond & Coconut)! Please enter to win below. Good luck!

$10 Amazon Gift Card or PayPal Cash Giveaway {Christmas in July Giveaway Hop}

The Christmas in July celebration continues with another fun giveaway hop hosted by Book Hounds! A group of book bloggers have joined this annual event to offer prizes like books, cash and gift cards to popular book stores. Enter any or all of the giveaways by following the linky below. Good luck!!!

I'm giving away a $10 Amazon gift card to one lucky reader of mine! The winner may opt for $10 PayPal cash as an alternative. Don't forget to shop the Prime Day Deals while they last! Please complete the simple entries below and good luck!

Alba Botanica Sun Care Prize Pack Giveaway {Fun n' Sun Giveaway Hop}

With Summer finally in full force, it’s time to get out of the house and enjoy the warm weather! Please don't forget to protect your face and body against harmful UVA and UVB rays while you are having fun outdoors. Alba Botanica offers a good variety of broad spectrum Suncreen that helps prevent sunburn, skin cancer and premature signs of aging. You could enter to win a package with something for everyone in your family. The giveaway is part of the Fun n' Sun Giveaway Hop hosted by Anderson's Angels, This Mamas Life, Woven by Words and The More The Merrier. Each participating blog is giving away a prize valued $15 or more, so be sure to visit each blog and enter!

One lucky reader of mine will win this nice Alba Botanica Sun Care Prize Pack, which includes Hawaiian Coconut Clear Spray SPF 50 Sunscreen, Cool Sport Refreshing Clear Spray SPF 50 Sunscreen, and Kids Tropical Fruit Clear Spray SPF 50 Sunscreen (ARV $35)! All three products feature an air-powered, earth-friendly mist that can be sprayed on at any angle, and a water resistant (for up to 80 minutes), biodegradable formula certified by the Gluten-Free Certification Organization. Lightweight, fast-drying and non-greasy, they are also free of oxybenzone, octinoxate, PABA, nano-sunscreens and Vitamin A. Please fill out the form below for your chance to win. Good luck and stay safe under the sun!

If I Were Human Blog Tour: Review & Prize Pack Giveaway


Have you ever wondered what human beings are like in the eyes of your pet or other animals that come in contact with humans on a regular basis? You might be surprised or amused by the answers provided in If I Were Human by W.B. Tyler, a lovely picture book good for children of all ages. Learn more about the book and enter to win a signed copy, along with a set of plush toy dogs!

My Review:
If I Were Human is a simple yet truly entertaining story told from the perspective of an imaginative dog named Brina. Papa's comment that she sometimes looked human prompted Brina to think seriously about what she would do if she were human. She then went on to interview her friend Winnie with the same question. The topic was so interesting that their animal friends nearby couldn't help joining in the conversation and offering their own answers. Their discussion revealed the activities characteristic of different occupations, such as a student, an office worker, a cook and even a movie star. As the story unfolds, the readers also learn about the daily routines of Brina and Winne, who came to the conclusion that they would want to be a dog after all if they were humans.

My preschooler, who is a dedicated dog lover, fell in love with If I Were Human as soon as he saw the cover. He couldn't have enough of the story and asked me to read it over and over again. The book is filled with adorable and humorous illustrations that help young readers relate to the details described in the text. I love that the animals retained some of their traits even when they imagined themselves to be humans. For instance, Brina would raise her paw to answer the teacher's question. The squirrel would add acorns to the vegetable soup she were to serve her human guests. Besides, a dog's life does sound good to me judging from the nice treats and fun activities Brina and Winnie had in the story ^_^! If I Were Human is a cute little book to read with your kids, who may learn something about people from all walks of life as well as the typical life of a beloved pet.

About the Book

If I Were Human
Written by W.B. Tyler

Brina, a Scottish Terrier, has lots of fun thinking about what she would do if she were a person! But when she shares those ideas with her friends, she begins to realize just how special it is to be a dog. The simplicity of If I Were Human makes it ideal for early readers, but with its imaginative story and entertaining illustrations, adults and children alike will love it. And who knows―you just may discover that you’d rather be a dog!

Ages 5-6 | Publisher: wbtylercom, llc | July 1, 2019 | ISBN-13: 978-1543972351

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OZ Naturals Skin Care Prize Pack Giveaway {Christmas in July Giveaway Hop}

The hot weather and increased levels of sun exposure in summer calls for extra care for your skin, including cleansing, exfoliating, moisturizing and sun protection. If you are looking for green, sustainable and affordable products to add to your summer skin care routine, then OZ Naturals would be a great choice. Their innovative Cold Processing technology preserves the beneficial values and efficacy of the key ingredients, which are never heated, boiled or melted during or after production. The newly formulated Bamboo Enzyme Facial Scrub, Vitamin C Facial Cleanser and Ultra Ageless Eye Crème, work together to clean and nourish skin. Enter to win them all!


OZ Naturals Bamboo Enzyme Facial Scrub (ARV $21.99)
  • Newly formulated
  • Mild & pH balanced formula that exfoliates skin with light abrasion to take away dead skin cells and remove oil and debris
  • Naturally shrinks pores
  • Preps skin’s foundation for application of toner, serums, and moisturizer
  • Formulated with Bamboo, Green Tea, Vitamin B5, and Lactic Acid
OZ Naturals Vitamin C Facial Cleanser (ARV $15.49)
  • Mild, pH balanced facial cleanser that thoroughly cleans the skin without stripping it
  • Anti-aging and restorative cleanser great for all skin types and conditions
  • Formulated with Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Hyaluronic Acid, and Rose Hips Extract
OZ Naturals Ultra Ageless Eye Crème (ARV $17.49)
  • Addresses wrinkles, laugh lines, fine lines, dark circles, and puffiness
  • Algae Extract contains restorative amino acids along with Vitamins A, C and E to help keep the skin’s moisture levels balanced.
  • Strengthens the skin’s barrier function and helps prevent dehydration and damage
  • Formulated with Coffee Seed Extract

Love Big Blog Tour: Prize Pack Giveaway (6 Winners)

School's out. Now it's the perfect time to get the kids more fun books to read, such as Love Big by Kat Kronenberg. Read on for more details about the picture book and enter to win 1 of 6 prize packs!


About the Book

Love Big
Written by Kat Kronenberg

The once thriving, African savanna has turned dry and desolate. Baboon watches animals who are so hungry that they seek only their own interest. Rhinoceros destroys Termite’s castle in his race to find food. Hare chooses not to share food with her family, and Lion steals from his pride. But after Baboon sees Rhinoceros give Hare his snack-on-a-stick, everything changes! Baboon realizes that a transformative power exists between the animals and the stardust that surrounds them once they share smiles and truly believe in themselves and each other. Read on to see if Baboon can save the savanna with this new secret and a very stinky, unlike hero…

Ages 3-10 | Publisher: Greenleaf Book Group Press | January 8, 2019 | ISBN-13: 978-1626346000

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Two Little Golfers Being Positive Blog Tour: Review & Prize Pack Giveaway

'Life is happier when you're positive.' so said Coach Jenn in Two Little Golfers Being Positive, a children's picture book by Jenn Holt. If you agree with Coach Jenn and would like to teach your child about the benefits of being positive, you'd enjoy reading Two Little Golfers Being Positive with your child. Learn more about the book and enter to win a signed copy along with some fun golf gear!

My Review
It is very common for young children to experience failure and frustration when they start a new sport or learn something new in general. A positive attitude will likely encourage them to keep trying and practicing, which will in turn boost their confidence as they make improvements. In Two Little Golfers Being Positive, Alice and Izzy represent two contrasting types of kids, those who keep feeding themselves with negative thoughts like 'This is too hard' or 'I'm not good at this', and those who stay positive and believe that they will do better next time around. It is nice to see how Alice became more positive with the help of Coach Jenn and her fellow golfer Izzy, and how big of a difference her change of attitude made for her performance in golfing.

The story is very easy to follow and understand, while its message is clear and compelling. It shows how a positive attitude and perseverance can lead to success and happiness. Besides, the book would be a particularly fun and informative read for those who are interested in golfing, as it introduces the terminology and basic rules of the game. The illustrations are colorful and realistic, with some cute little creatures in the background. I'd recommend this book to all young readers, whether or not they are into sports.


About the Book

Two Little Golfers Being Positive
Written by Jenn Holt

Illustrated by Harry Aveira

Coach Jenn takes Alice and Izzy on the golf course to show them the value of positive self talk, a positive attitude, and to never give up, no matter how hard it gets. The story is told with some cute illustrations, and is great for all sports kids.

Ages 0-7 | Publisher: Outskirts Press | October 29, 2018 | ISBN-13: 978-1977201263

Purchase links: Amazon | Barnes and Noble | IndieBound

$10 Amazon Gift Card or PayPal Cash Giveaway {Splash into Summer Giveaway Hop}


Summer is the favorite season for many. It is the season for vacations, for outdoor activities, for water play, for colorful dresses, and so much more! Let's welcome summer with another round of fun giveaways!

I've got one $10 Amazon gift card to give away! There are so many summer supplies you could get from Amazon. The winner may choose to receive $10 PayPal cash instead. Please fill out the form below for your chance to win. Good luck!

Precidio Design Kafe in the Box Review & Giveaway {Hello Summer Giveaway Hop}

Summer is here and it's more important than ever to stay hydrated. Precidio Design calls on all coffee lovers to stop using non-recyclable disposable cups and switch to Kafe in the Box, a reusable coffee mug that is eco-friendly, splashproof and designed with a number of neat features. It allows you to bring your favorite hot or cold beverage with you wherever you go.

I was offered the opportunity to try out a Kafe in the Box. The first thing that caught my eyes was its unique square shape, which makes the mug look modern and stylish. Then I was impressed with its light weight and sturdy feel. It's so easy to carry around while it's built to last.

BPA, BPS and Phthalate free, Kafe in the Box features the the use of super tough Tritan clear inner and PolyPro base and lid. All the parts can be detached and cleaned in the dishwasher. The sliding tab on the lid is smartly designed to lock in the liquid and prevent splashes when you are on the move. Its double wall helps insulate your hand from the hot or cold beverage inside. It also keeps the drink's temperature for a reasonable amount of time.

The Knowing Blog Tour: Review & Prize Pack Giveaway

Do you believe in destiny when it comes to love matters? Have you ever experienced the feeling that you had known someone all along even though you met for the first time? JB Stratton and Ellie in The Knowing by Brit Lunden definitely shared that strong yet inexplicable connection the moment they saw each other. The Knowingis the first book of A Bulwark Anthology, a spin-off series by a group of talented writers with stories set in Bulwark, a fictional town isolated from the rest of the world. Read on for more information about the book and the chance to win an awesome prize pack from the author.

My Review:
While the name Brit Lunden is new to me, the author is not. I enjoyed reading her children's books written under a different name. I'm really curious about how her adult fiction would turn out. To my delight, she never disappoints her readers as an amazing writer! I love the story and love the way the story is told even more. The Knowing is a short and smooth read, following the heartfelt love story between football player JB and his high school sweetheart Ellie, who eventually became his wife.

As explained by JB's grandma, the Knowing is "that feeling when you gonna meet your someone special." It was the Knowing that made JB and Ellie realized that they were meant for each other; it was the Knowing that helped JB feel Ellie's presence even when he couldn't find her from the crowd; and it was the Knowing that fueled them with the power to overcome all the barriers that stood in the way of their relationship, including the disparity in social status and persistent opposition from family members.

The skillful storytelling brings the characters to life and provides a highly immersive reading experience. The book is filled with details that help me feel the intensity of the characters' emotions and their internal struggles. The hint of supernaturality adds suspense and mystery to the romance and makes possible an ending as comforting as what we have now. I strongly urge you to read Brit Lunden's original novella Bulwark as well, which sets the stage for all the characters in the anthology and offers more excitement for fans of paranormal thrillers.

About the Book

Bulwark- a wall or stockade that protects or sometimes hides the truth from the outside world. Bulwark, Georgia, isolated, hidden. Who knows what strange things can happen when the rest of the world can’t see you? JB Stratton is alone in the world, and all he has left are the memories of his beloved Ellie. Dirt poor JB and wealthy Ellie feel an instant connection that is as intense and primal as the blood red earth of their home. Unseen roots connect them, pulling them into an impossible relationship. Will the memories of past lives help or hinder the path of their love? Based on the original novella Bulwark, by Brit Lunden, The Knowing continues the story of a town isolated from the rest of the world where the impossible becomes plausible, and logic is determined by reality.

Ages 17+ | Publisher: Chelshire | March 13, 2019 | ISBN-13: 978-1947188990

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$25 Best Buy Gift Card Giveaway {Gift Card Giveaway Hop}

Do you like to shop at your favorite store with a gift card? Do you find gift cards to be a great gifting option, either as the giver or the recipient? If so, you'd definitely love this Gift Card Giveaway Hop, where you could win gift cards to various popular retailers. Have fun hopping and shopping!


I'd like to give away a $25 Best Buy Gift Card to one of my lucky readers! The gift card will be delivered electronically and can be used at any Best Buy store in the US as well as online at BestBuy.com. Please complete one or more entries below for your chance to win. Good luck!

True Outdoor TVs: SunBriteTV Veranda Series 4K UHD TVs with HDR

Are you tempted by the warmer weather to stay outdoors even when you are at home? Do you feel the need for a high-end home theater to keep your guests entertained on your porch? Have you wished to host a fun family movie night in your favorite outdoor space? Then a Veranda Outdoor TV from SunBriteTV is exactly what you are looking for: a television designed specifically for outdoor entertainment!


SunBriteTV Veranda Series is a family of weatherproof televisions built for full-shade outdoor living areas such as covered patios or screened-in porches. Engineered to survive just about any climate in North America, Veranda comes standard with a direct-lit 4K UHD screen with HDR, which is brighter than typical indoor TVs and offers a superior outdoor viewing experience. It's also safer and more durable than using an indoor TV outdoors.

 
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