Brenda's 2007 JDRF Auction

We are currently gathering items and
donations for the 2007 auction.

Following please find a sampling of the wondering items to be found in my 2007 On-line Auction to Benefit Diabetes Research.

Author Samantha Hunter – Custom 100% cotton quilted wall-hanging/tablerunner. Auction winner will contact Sam to choose colors and decide upon a mutually acceptable pattern for a medium sized (roughly 20” x 36”) wall-hanging/table-runner, complete with wooden hangers (unless it’s for a table-runner), AND an autographed copy of UNTOUCHED. Choose a design/theme for every day use or a special holiday!

Gathered by Gina Foley:

• Set of 4 Teenie Beanie Babies - BRITANNIA, GLORY, ERIN AND MAPLE - (All still in packages but plastic is not in perfect shape). Donated by Pat Skwarek of Plano, TX
  
  
•  Set of 4 Teenie Beanie Babies - BRITANNIA, GLORY, ERIN AND MAPLE - (All still in packages but plastic is not in perfect shape). Donated by Pat Skwarek of Plano, TX
  
  
• Set of 4 Teenie Beanie Babies - BRITANNIA, GLORY, ERIN AND MAPLE - (All still in packages but plastic is not in perfect shape). Donated by Pat Skwarek of Plano, TX
  
  
• Teenie Beanie Babies 2000 International Bears II – Set of 11 includes: Millennium the Bear, Rex the Tyrannosaurus Rex, Steg the Stegosaurus, Bronty the Brontosaurus, Osito the Bear, Germania the Bear, Spangle the Bear, Peanut the Royal Blue Elephant, Chilly the Polar Bear, Humphrey the Camel and The End Bear. (All still in packages but plastic is not in perfect shape). Donated by Pat Skwarek of Plano, TX
  
  
• 14 Assorted Beanie Babies – Pouch, Bongo, Happy, Ewey, Cheeks, Twigs, Seamore, Congo, Mooch, Prickles, Kuku, Roary, Pinky and Amber (All in excellent condition.) Donated by Pat Skwarek of Plano, TX
  
  
• 17 Assorted Beanie Babies – Iggy, Iggy (in different colors), hissy, 2 Magic’s, Neon, Inch, 2 Flitters, Goochy, Slippery, Ally, Scaly, Spinner, Rainbow, Scroch and Lizzy (All in excellent condition). Donated by Pat Skwarek of Plano, TX
  
  
• Beautiful handmade afghan approximately 5.5’ x 7’. Donated by Jeannie David of Garland, Texas

Coffee Time Romance  www.coffeetimeromance.com --
#1-  ExpressO Site--their pick. For 3 years Value ($360.00)
 Self controlled author site.
 Full control of site contents
 Easy updates
 Assets to CTR & more live Chat room
 Your own author group on the board
 Plug -n- play maintenance
 You will be the only one to make changes on your site.
 
 #2 -  Gift certificate ($25) Coffee Time Romance Book Store.
 Pink Coffee Time Romance Messenger bag filled with 25 books and goodies.
(Value $200.00)

Shawna Prather -  Turquoise and Hill Tribes silver necklace, handmade. 

Linda Persinger – Genuine Amethyst Ring

Lucille Donahue - Four beautiful, handmade pieces of jewelry:

• Swarovski crystal and sterling silver earwires with lavender pink flower pendant earrings 2.5” ($49 Value)
• Enamel and rhinestone flower pendant with stones and leaves. Sterling silver chain and clasp. ($75 Value) Very Sorelli looking.
• Mother of pearl flower necklace on black cord (16”) with sterling silver clasp. Matching earring with sterling silver earwires. ($55 Value)

From Leslie Wainger – an editor at Harlequin and a talented “Book Doctor” -- the critique of a partial (up to 75 double-spaced pages with the chapters and synopsis combined.

Bio: Leslie Wainger joined Silhouette Books as an editorial assistant in August 1979 and was part of the editorial team that launched the company’s first series, Silhouette Romance, as well as numerous series since.

Her experience has brought her to her current position as Editor-at-Large, Single Titles. Now she works with a number of MIRA, HQN and Silhouette authors, including Linda Howard, Emilie Richards, Heather Graham, Curtiss Ann Matlock, Dallas Schulze, Rachel Lee, Maggie Shayne, Kathleen Eagle, Candace Camp, Susan Krinard, Beverly Barton and Sharon Sala.

Editor Paula Eykelhof, Harlequin Enterprises (this is my editor) – The Read of a proposal and Breakfast with Paula Eykelhof and Brenda Novak at RWA National in Dallas this summer.

Melissa Endlich Editor of Steeple Hill Books – The read of a partial.

Author Julie Kenner -  
#1 -- A signed copy of the Demon Hunting Soccer Mom series to date (CARPE DEMON, CALIFORNIA DEMON, and DEMONS ARE FOREVER).

#2 -- The critique of 3 chaps and a synopsis for an unpublished manuscript.

Debut Author Jordan Summers - Two  (2) Critiques for the first 50 pages of a manuscript.

Hilton Garden Inn Sacramento -- One Weekend night  Stay with Breakfast for two at the Great American Grill. 2540 Venture Oaks Way, Sacramento, CA 95833, (916) 568-5400

KCRA—A tour of the studios in Sacramento (Best of Sacramento)
 
Farrah Rochon -- A one-of-a-kind coin plate by renowned New Orleans Metals Work artist, Denice Bizot and an autographed copy of DELIVER ME, a contemporary romance set in post-Katrina New Orleans.

The coin plate was made from the remains of an antique stove found in the rubble of a home in the Lakeview area of New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. Denice, who has won numerous awards and is a huge part of the New Orleans art scene, is known for taking \"garbage\" and creating beauty. This coin plate is a unique keepsake from this event in our nation\'s history, and is a symbol of the hope that can be born from despair.

Author Kelly Para - Art Bag packed with a sketch book, Sharpie pens, Prisma pencils, an art gum eraser, and a copy of the young adult novel, GRAFFITI GIRL by Kelly Parra.

Autumn Jordan--An autograph copy of Cup of Comfort book entitled For Mothers To Be of which she was proud to be contributor and a beautiful 33" X 42" hand-quilted Care Bear comforter, made by two wonderful ladies in her church family. The blanket is reversible and can be used to snuggle with or as a wall hanging. Together they make a wonderful gift for an expectant mother.

Spunpuppy Webworks  - 

1. Custom blog template (does not include myspace) Value $50
2. Professional Website Evaluation for Search Engine Optimization.  Determines marketing strengths and weaknesses of your Web site and offers suggestions for layout and ease of navigation.  Includes no obligation to purchase any additional services or contracts from Spunpuppy.  $100
3. A custom website to fit an author's needs.  Design will be easy for owner to adjust and update.  Includes optional free hosting for a year and purchase of domain name (for a year) to be transferred to the author upon initial setup.  If author is already hosted with another company and/or owns domain name, Spunpuppy will create a layout and set it up within the hosting server.  *Note* Spunpuppy Webworks cannot breach on previous contractual agreements for hosting.  $500 http://www.spunpuppy.com/

Jane Hunsche -- Two $100 Mary Kay gift certificates,

Agent Nadia Cornier at Firebrand Literary Agency –

#1 Critique of a proposal
#2 Short Critique & Breakfast

Jennifer Garcia -- $250.00 certificate for Mary Kay, www.marykay.com/jfgarcia 

Su Kopil at Earthy Charms -  A workshop package: 6 workshops for free, winner's choice ($102 value).

Stacey Kayne - Stacey Kayne's Weekend Loot Bag:  Tote bag (Kayne Logo); autographed copies of Kayne's books, Mustang Wild and Bride of Shadow Canyon; a box of Godiva Chocolate; Bath & Body supplies; iToons gift certificate ($15).

Agent Donald Maass – The read of a proposal (three chapters + outline) and a personal response within two months. 

Lisa Rector, an independent editor who works with authors of literary, women’s, mystery and fantasy fiction at Editing Express -  An evaluation of the first 20 pages of a fictional manuscript.

Agent Christina Hogrebe with the Jane Rotrosen Agency – The read of a partial with synopsis

Christina Hogrebe is a literary agent with the Jane Rotrosen Agency in New York City.  She is actively seeking commercial fiction--with a particular interest in Southern settings, Latina lit, generational stories, suburban lit, coming-of-middle-age stories, cozy mysteries, and legal thrillers—and food memoirs and travelogues

Agent Annelise Robey with the Jane Rotrosen Agency – The read of a partial with synopsis.

Annelise Robey is a Literary Agent with the Jane Rotrosen Literary Agency in New York City. She is actively looking for writers of all genres – both published and unpublished authors.

Raley’s Fine Foods - $100 Gift Card (Best of Sacramento)

Bob Portwood, Robert’s Bookshop – The original painting of the cover for Silhouette Desire #523, "Branigan's Touch" by Leslie Guccione. (Retail value $500).  The size is 24x30" – Bob believes the artist is Gladden. Bob’s store has over 100,000 titles inside. 

Steven Axelrod – The critique of a partial

Laird Family Estate, Napa Valley, California – Wine tour and a bottle of wine.

Author Diana Cosby- A Scottish CLAYMORE Highlander MINI Sword Letter Opener 9.5” long and is provided with a sheath. An excellent letter opener and a great desk accessory. http://i14.ebayimg.com/02/i/02/fd/8d/b1_1_sbl.JPG

Author Carolan Ivey - An autographed copy of BEAUDRY'S GHOST, paranormal romance, trade paperback.

Agent Daniel Bial, Daniel Bial Agency – The read of a partial

Bio: Daniel Bial has been a literary agent, book packager and book doctor for 14
years.  Among his clients is Yossef Bodansky, author of OSAMA BIN LADIN:
THE MAN WHO DECLARED WAR ON AMERICA, a number 1 New York Times bestseller.

Dan was also an editor for 14 years. Besides two years each at Holt and
Longmeadow Press, he spent 10 years at HarperCollins, where he acquired
several bestsellers just as Hank Aaron's I HAD A HAMMER and Ralph David
Abernathy's AND THE WALLS CAME TUMBLING DOWN.
In addition, he is the author of four books of his own, and translated
another.

As a literary agent, Dan is primarily interested in biography, business,
cooking, entertainment, history, humor, Judaica, language, popular
reference, popular science, psychology, sports and travel.
Author Molly Evans – An autographed copy of The Surgeon's Marriage Proposal, an Alaskan adventure. If you like medicine mixed with drama, this book is for you! Molly Evans will also give a critique of the first one hundred pages of your manuscript.

Author Cindy Holby - Autographed copy of Whirlwind

The Fog City Divas (www.fogcitydivas.com) - A tote bag filled with a book from each Diva (except for Monica whose books aren't out yet) as well as a $100 gift cert from The Fog City Diner for the auction.   

Autographed books:
Kate Moore - SEXY LEXY
Carol Grace - THAT'S AMORE
Bella Andre - TEMPT ME, TASTE ME, TOUCH ME
Jami Alden - DELICIOUS
Brenda Novak – DEAD SILENCE     

For sample menus, visit www.fogcitydiner.com
1300 Battery St.
San Francisco, CA 94111
tel. 415.982.2000
fax 415.982.3711

Agent Meredith Bernstein, Meredith Bernstein Literary Agency – The read of a partial

Rett MacPherson – Autographed copy of THICKER THAN WATER, a Torie O’Shea Mystery.

Dedication: For Dillon, age 6, diagnosed at 5-- He never lets it slow him down

From veterinarian and Zebra debut author Kathrynn Dennis, a "horselovers" gift tote filled with horse chocolates, a piece of horse jewelry, a calendar and stationary, an autographed copy of ANGEL HORSES (NWL, Nov 2006; an anthology of inspirational horse stories, including one by Kathrynn Dennis), an ARC of DARK RIDER, and a signed cover flat. (Value $150.00).

Debut Avon Treasure author and 2006 double Golden Heart finalist Anna Campbell will critique the first three chapters and a synopsis in any genre for an aspiring author. The winner will also receive a signed copy of her April Avon release CLAIMING THE COURTESAN.

Editor Anne Bohner – The critique of a partial.

Bio: Anne Bohner is a senior editor with NAL/Signet, a division of Penguin. She works on commercial women's fiction, romance, young adult, and pop nonfiction.  Previously she was with The Bantam Dell Publishing Group.

Editor Kristen Weber - The critique of a partial and a meeting for a drink or coffee at Malice Domestic (May 4th - 6th) or Bouchercon (held in Alaska this year from 9/27 - 30) at a time that is mutually convenient.

Kristen Weber is a Senior Editor at New American Library where she oversees the mystery list and the movie / TV tie-in publishing program. The authors she has worked with include Karen E. Olson, Margaret Maron, Marcia Muller, Patricia Smiley, and Kate White.

Lydia’s Land Cards – Thirty-five assorted handcrafted Christmas cards.  ($105.00 value)

Lydia’s Land cards mate positive and uplifting quotations with our unique handcrafted artwork to create products that attract buyers with truly unique offerings. They use a wide variety of exciting materials and textures, such as marbleized paper, painted tissue paper, fabric ribbon, acrylic paint, and more to create eye-catching cards that bring customers back for more, time and again. Each card retails for just $3.00 (select styles at $2.75), and all are manufactured on 100% recycled paper. They can be found in some of America’s finest card, gift, stationery, and bookstores.

Kellie Finley  - Handmade rosaries. Visit www.kelliefinley.com to take a peek.

Author Amie Gray – A giftbag

Olga

• Russian Gift Basket including, a 5-piece matryoshka set, the biggest one 6" high. A matryoshka doll is a set of hand-painted wooden dolls placed one inside another. The doll can be palled apart in the middle to show a smaller copy inside, which has another one inside it, and so on. There are several versions of the origin of the word "matryoshka", most popular "mat’" ("mother") and "matryona" ("a corpulent Russian woman"). The first matryoshkas are said to have appeared in Russian at the end of the 19th century. In 1900, M.A. Mamontova, a wife of Russian industrialist Savva Mamontov presented it at the World Exhibition in Paris and it received the Bronze medal. Later, the hand-crafted wooden nest dolls became more and more popular, and started being considered national Russian art. Most often, they show girls in sarafans (traditional Russian dress, worn by peasant girls) and kokoshniks (headdress), but the themes can range from depicting an older woman (sometimes also called "babushkas", a Russian word for "grandmothers") to showing a sequence of Russian or world political leaders. Some matryoshkas have a very high quality and are exhibited in the world museums and private collections; one key-chain "Matryoshkas" (solid), one brown shawl (Orenburg style - 32”x32”). There are two major types of Russian shawls, named after the regions where they have been originally manufactured: Orenburg and Pavlovo-Posad. The history of Orenburg shawls dates to 17th century; they are hand-woven, and of so fine quality that they can be drawn through a wedding band. They are warm and comfortable enough to wrap in while drinking a cup of coffee and/or cuddling with a book on your laps, and elegant and beautiful enough to wear with an evening dress at a party; Postcards (5 pieces) with Minks, capital of Belarus.
  
  
• Russian Gift Basket including, one key-chain “Matryoshkas” (solid), one white shawl (Orenburg style – 32”x32”); a Pavlovo-Posad style shawl. Pavlovo-Posad shawls have hand-printed designs, in many cases floral ones, and most often are worn around shoulders, but can be used as a head piece, or if you want to add originality, tied on the hips; a Birch-bark hair-pin. Since 18th century, the birch bark has been applied for decoration purposes, but even in earlier times Russian masters used it for making domestic utensils (buckets, for example). The decorative style is created by interlacing birch stripes, or by cutting and stamping. There are jewelry and letter boxes decorated with birch bark, or even furniture; a hand-painted lacquer brooch and hair-pin; a Jewelry box decorated with straw appliqué; and Books--The Moscow Vector by American bestseller author Robert Ludlum and an Easy Russian, Phrase book and Dictionary by Ann Rolbin, as well as Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky, one of the most famous Russian classics.
  
  
• A Russian Basket, including an Orenburg style shawl (brown, 32"x32"); a Lacquer box, 4.5"x2"x2.5". First lacquer boxes appeared in Russia in the beginning of 18th century and demanded extreme skills and patience to create. The most famous art schools of Russian lacquer boxes are Palekh, Mstera, Fedoskino, and Kholui. Each box is polished with lacquer, which explains the name and the fact that the surface of the box is very smooth. Usually, a box is covered with several coats of black lacquer, dried after each one, then with several coats of red lacquer, again dried after each one, and then clear lacquer. Afterwards, the artist receives it and does the painting. Next, the golden work is applied, and the box goes into additional polishing. Normally, it takes from 45 to 60 days to complete the box; a Chess set decorated with straw appliqué. Straw-weaving and appliqué is an ancient art in Belarus. Straw appliqué originated as an art of intarsia, a type of inlaid work, and instead of expensive pearl or metal materials the straw started been used to decorate objects, in this case, either furniture or wall carpets. Nowadays, one can find panels, plaques, medals, boxes, caskets, bracelets, chess sets, etc. decorated with straw appliqué, many of them exquisite. The choice of this material had many reasons: straw is resistant to pressure, flexible, cheap, and beautiful. Earlier, the straw and grain was also believed to have fertile powers, and in old culture the last sheaf from the field was often kept until the next harvest. The range of objects woven from straw is enormous: spiders, dolls, hats, even masks. There has been a decline in straw art, but its rebirth started in 1960's, and new techniques were added to the traditional ones; a Hand-knit wallet with a shoulder strap; a Hand-knit sarafan (dress); a Willow-woven plate. Willow rods are used to create baskets, furniture, even sculptures; Napkins (2 pieces) made from flax, a small set of matryoshkas (see description above), and a lacquer hair pin.  

Note: The woolen shawls (Orenburg) should never, ever be dried in the dryer.
Laura Cifelli, Senior Editor, New American Library - An edit of the first three consecutive chapters (up to 40 pages) and critique of a synopsis (up to 15 pages).

Agent Kelly Harms at the Jane Rotrosen Agency – The  read of a proposal.
Kelly Harms came to the Jane Rotrosen Agency in Summer 2005 after editing at Morrow/Avon, an imprint of HarperCollins.  Her list includes authors of romance, suspense, mysteries, paranormals, thrillers, and women's fiction.  She is looking for talented authors in those areas, while keeping an eye out for very special narrative non-fiction (especially food memoir) and Young Adult fiction.

 
Artist Linda Louden -- One-of-a-kind Necklaces made from art glass

Author Melanie Atkins -  Autographed copy of TRUTH OR DARE (February 2007).

Attorney Leslie Budewitz - Law & Fiction - Writers: get the legal details right in your next novel, story, or screenplay! Bid on two hours of legal research by Leslie Budewitz, an experienced lawyer, writer, and owner of Law and Fiction: Writers' Legal Research Service. Leslie will consult with you about how you're using the law in your fiction, research the law in your story state, help you understand criminal law and procedure, suggest courtroom dialogue – whatever you need to do your story justice.

For more about Law & Fiction's services and Leslie’s, visit her website, www.LawandFiction.com

Nora Roberts – Autographed hardcopy of BLUE SMOKE

Looking to make your Author Brand bigger and better?  Book Publicist and President of Blue Moon Communications (www.bluemooncommunications.com), Theresa Meyers is once again offering up a personalized Author Branding session of approximately six hours (valued at $500) that will include a one hour phone consultation, reading of your material, suggestions for branding themes, web content, taglines for ads and more.  Blue Moon Communications works with publishers and NYT bestselling authors and is best known for getting two of the total seven authors that were picked by the Kelly Ripa Bookclub on LIVE! with Regis and Kelly.  ADDED BONUS!!!  This package will also include an autographed copy of Theresa's debut historical romance novel, The Spellbound Bride, which was a finalist in the American Title II contest and will be out in stores May 28th.

Item #2 from Blue Moon Communications:
Here's your chance to get personalized media training with book publicist and President of Blue Moon Communications (www.bluemooncommunications.com), Theresa Meyers.  Theresa is once again offering up a personalized media training session of approximately four-six hours (valued at $1000) that will include phone training for radio, television and print media (including mock interviews), techniques and personalized help in handling your biggest media challenges and insight on how to help every interview sell more books.  Materials and live training sessions are included.  ADDED BONUS!!!  This package will also include an autographed copy of Theresa's debut historical romance novel, The Spellbound Bride, which was a finalist in the American Title II contest and will be out in stores May 28th.

Marjorie M. Liu – Autographed copy of THE RED HEART OF JADE

Karen Harper – Autographed copy of HURRICANE

Christine Feehan – Autographed copy of DANEROUS TIDES

Christine Feehan – Autographed copy of DARK DEMON

Mary Balogh – Autographed copy of SIMPLY UNFORGETTABLE

James Rollins – Autographed hardcover of MAP OF BONES

Meg Cabot – Autographed copy of SIZE 12 IS NOT FAT and SWEEET SIXTEEN PRINCESS

Deborah Reber – Autographed copy of CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE TEENAGE SOUL

Greg Behrendt – Autographed copy of HE’S JUST NOT THAT INTO YOU

Dee Davis – Autographed copy of EYE OF THE STORM

Candice Hern – Autographed copy of IN THE THRILL OF THE NIGHT

Jacquie D’Alessandro – Autographed copy of NEVER A LADY

Pamela Britton – Autographed copy of IN THE GROOVE

Susan Andersen – Autographed copy of JUST FOR KICKS

Teresa Medeiros – Autographed copy of AFTER MIDNIGHT

Kathleen O’Brien – Autographed copy of HAPPILY EVER AFTER

Editor Wendy McCurdy of The Berkley Publishing Group – The read of a proposal

Bio: In her two decades in the publishing business, Wendy McCurdy has been the editor of such New York Times bestselling authors as Amanda Quick, Mary Balogh, Belva Plain, Jane Feather, Karen Marie Moning, Teresa Medeiros, and many more.  Currently she is an executive editor for Berkley/Jove, where her veteran authors include Jodi Thomas, Susan Johnson, Elizabeth Thornton, Patricia Potter, and Sandra Hill, to name a few, and she has many up-and-coming new authors as well.  She is acquiring in the following areas: romance of every variety, women’s fiction, mystery, and popular nonfiction.  She previously held positions at Bantam Dell, Kensington, and Bookspan, where she ran Rhapsody Book Club.

One-Day Admission for Two at Paramount’s Great America

Author Marcia James – A tote full of puppies bearing gifts: Eight stuffed dogs, each holding a sterling silver necklace or earrings. There are four necklaces and four pairs of earrings.  And, from Marcia’s Chinese Crested hairless dog/undercover DEA drug-sniffing canine character – a thumbcuff keychain, and an autographed copy of AT HER COMMAND.

From award-winning author and Ashley Grayson Literary Agency agent, Lois Winston, a read and critique of the synopsis and first 50 pages of a manuscript, plus signed copies of TALK GERTIE TO ME and LOVE, LIES AND A DOUBLE SHOT OF DECEPTION. 

Two Tickets to the Sacramento Opera - in section D to the February 2008 production of The Turn of the Screw. (Best of Sacramento)

Editor Shauna Summers of Bantam Doubleday Dell – The read of a partial.

Lydia Land Cards – A personalized set of 24 cards, which state "greetings from the good life in" ___. The buyer can select what town they would like Lydia to personalize on the card. (A $72.00 value) www.lydiasland.com

Borders Express – Gift Certificates ($500 - $1000)

Bentley’s Sports –Thirty different items of authentic autographed sports and celebrity collectibles

Author Jennifer Egan – An autographed copy of LOOK AT ME (hardcover), THE KEEP (hardcover), THE INVISIBLE CIRCUS (hardcover), and EMERALD CITY (hardcover).

Bio: Jennifer Egan is a novelist, short story writer and journalist.  She is the author of The Invisible Circus, which was released as a feature film in 2001, Emerald City and Other Stories, Look at Me, which was nominated for the National Book Award in fiction in 2001, and most recently The Keep, a national bestseller.  She is a recipient of a Guggenheim Fellowship, a National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship in Fiction, and a fellowship at the Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers at The New York Public Library.  Her short stories have appeared in Harpers, The New Yorker, Zoetrope, GQ, and other magazines.  Her non-fiction articles appear frequently in the New York Times Magazine, and her 2002 cover story on homeless children received the Carroll Kowal Journalism Award.

Kendra DeSantolo  - Amazon Herbs "Spa & Wellness" Gift Basket.

"Sampler basket of Amazon Rainforest Herbs includes health-enhancing Treasure Tea, Amazon tea mug, Aromatic Skin Care sampler,  herbal blends for stress relief and youthful energy, CamuC powder (contains 30 times the Vitamin C of an orange!) and Chocomaca chocolates.  All product purchases directly support re-acquisition and preservation of Amazon rainforest.
ForMoreInformation -- www.153326.amazonherb.net
(Approximate Value $85)

WriterU -  Free registration to any class at www.WriterUniv.com including email workshops by Lisa Gardner, Alicia Rasley, Mary Buckham, Laurie Schnebly Campbell and more. (Courses are $25 a class. For more details on any of these classes visit www.WriterUniv.com )

The Romance Readers Connection --a custom tote  full of books: Kat Martin's SCENT OF ROSES(paperback), the anthology MORE THAN WORDS(trade pb), Rachel Hauck's LOST IN NASH VEGAS(trade pb), Al & Joanna Lacy's CHEROKEE ROSE(trade pb), Catherine Coulter's THE PENWYTH CURSE (Hardcover), John Grishom's THE BRETHREN (pb), and THE SUMMONS (hardcover), as well as a few custom made knitted bookmarks.

Calico Corners - An  in-home consultation from one of the decorating specialists at Calico Corners ($75 Value). Calico Corners’ in-home consultants make decorating easy, convenient and fun. Whether you need custom window treatments, a furniture facelift, or an entire room makeover, they’ll help you create a look that is just right for you and your home. They start with your vision and help you coordinate styles, colors and textures to pull it all together in a custom look. Services include:

--Window treatments—meticulously crafted to fit your windows.
--Upholstered furniture—no need to limit yourself to colors and fabrics offer3ed by other retailers
--Bedding ensembles—made specifically for your bed, your room, your taste
--Decorative pillows, table coverings, slipcovers, reupholstery and more

And because they buy their fabrics direct from the mills, you get a designer look at a surprising value.

This auction item includes one in-home consultation (usually lasting 1 to 1.5 hours) and a follow-up consultation in the store with a Calico Corners certified in-Home Consultant. The consultant will come to you with swatches, sketches and ideas for any room in your house. They’ll bring fabric samples to help you envision the final results—and they’ll see your project through from start to finish. They’ll arrange to have your windows measured and your treatments professionally installed, and place new furniture exactly where you want it. At Calico Corners, they believe if you can dream it, they can get it done. Contaqct them at: (800) 213-6366

Best of Sacramento

From Attorney Jeff Hovik --  Four nights at our his new Rocky Point (Puerto Penasco), Mexico condo at a resort called Las Palomas. It is right on the beach. You can get more information from the Las Palomas website--www.laspalomas-sgc.com 

Bellevue, Washington has been called the Beverly Hills of the Pacific Northwest and Bestselling Author Jane Porter's newest 5 Spot novel takes a look at the life of moms in Bellevue's fanciest suburbs. To celebrate the upcoming release of this book, Jane has donated a fabulous travel package that will include:

-roundtrip airfare for 2 on Alaska Airlines from any city Alaska Air serves to Seattle the weekend of Jane's September launch party

-2 nights hotel accommodations in downtown Bellevue

-a $100 gift certificate to Bellevue Square Mall, the largest, most luxurious mall north of San Francisco

-Invitation to attend the launch party for Jane Porter's September release, Odd Mom Out, at Barnes & Noble

-a signed advance reading copy of Odd Mom Out (winner gets as soon as auction closes)

-afternoon tea with special guest authors (authors TBA)

-lunch or dinner with Jane Porter at one of Bellevue's glamorous downtown restaurants

-and a spa treatment to ensure you leave Bellevue feeling beautifully pampered

-a tote bag packed with a dozen signed novels by local bestselling authors and international friends

(not included, meals--other than the lunch with Jane, shuttle service from airport to hotel, any incidental room charges)

From Historical Author Kristina Cook – Lunch in New York City with her and her fabulous agent Marcy Posner of Sterling Lord Literistic!  Dish about romance, writing, the publishing industry, or anything you like while you enjoy a delicious lunch at the oh-so-trendy Manhattan hot spot, Five Points (http://www.fivepointsrestaurant.com/). Wine, lunch, dessert (their sticky toffee pudding cake is to DIE for!), and scintillating conversation included, along with a goody bag including autographed novels and other fun stuff.  Who knows, you might even spot a celebrity or two. Date and time to be mutually agreed upon.  www.kristinacook.com

Lunch with Levy Books at RWA National. Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with one of the biggest book distributors in the business!

From Justin Knupp, Stonecreek Media – A site design of up to 5 pages, including a Flash header element (like the header on the front page of my site. (Value $665.00)

RWA Industry Award Winning Editor Kate Duffy is out-doing herself again this year. She’s contributing FIVE reads, Lunch With Kate Duffy at RWA National, a year’s worth of BRAVA books, and a Road Trip with her and Bookseller of the Year, Kathy Baker in Dallas (the day before the RWA conference is to begin), where you will take a tour of the various Waldenbooks/Borders in Dallas (five stores). Not only will you have the chance to get to know these dynamic movers and shakers in the book industry, you’ll meet the manager of each Waldens store and be able to give him/her a copy of your next book. Can you say networking? Contacts? Finish the trip with a delightful and delicious lunch on Kate!

From NYTimes Bestselling Author Lisa Jackson—A gift basket including the following:

Books (all of which are signed):

Most Likely to Die (MMP)
Shiver (Hardcover)
Twice Kissed (MMP)
Fatal Burn (MMP)
    Other:
Candle (Harbor Mist)
Cookie Cutters Napkins Large Yellow Bowl
Napking Rings
Swizel Sticks
Starbucks Gift Card
Corn Holders
Shell Candles

(Est. Value $150.00)

From Mystery Author Nancy Bush—A Gift basket, including the following: 

Books (All of which are signed):
Electric Blue (Hardcover)
Candy Apple Red (MMP)
    Other:
Woven Basket
Dog Toy
Dog Kong/Treat holder
Treats
Leash Shampoo
Binkster Mugs
Binkster Blend Coffee
Sstarbucks Gift Card

(Est. Value $120.00)

From Harlequin Desire Editor Melissa Jeglinski—A read of a manuscript proposal. Melissa bought the woman who won her read from the auction last year!!

From Bestselling Authors Carly Phillips, Janelle Denison, Julie Leto and Leslie Kelly--Lunch and Plot with the Plotmonkeys at RWA National in Dallas this summer, including autographed copies of these authors fabulous books. 

From Quilts by Icia--A handmade quilt autographed by numerous bestselling romance authors including Meg Cabot, Janet Evanovich, Jayne Ann Krentz, Susan Brockmann, Joan Johnston, Lisa Gardner, Julie Garwood, Theresa Madeiros, Susan Elizabeth Phillips, Christina Dodd, Lisa Jackson, Diana Palmer, Cherry Adair, Allison Brennan, Patricia Potter, Lori Handeland, Roxanne St. Clair, Robin D. Owens, Jane Porter, Jo Beverley, Carly Phillips, Stella Cameron, Jane Graves, Madeline Hunter and more.

From talented artist Marilyn Sears Bourbon: A watercolor. Marilyn’s painting focus on women and the moments we all share, and this is a fabulous piece. www.marilynsearsbourbon.com

From Romantic Suspense Author Allison Brennan – A Napa Valley Winetasting Tour with Nationally Bestselling Author Allison Brennan (author of SPEAK NO EVIL, SEE NO EVIL, FEAR NO EVIL, coming out in February, March and April of this year). Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to tour the beautiful Napa Valley with such a talented and entertaining author. Package includes lunch, limousine, and wine-tasting tour for five  (including Allison). Ring your friends and invite them to join you on this luxurious, fun-filled, one-of-a-kind afternoon!  www.allisonbrennan.com

From RWA chaptermate Anna Stewart—An entire bookstore in miniature called “Book Ends.” If you've ever wanted your own bookstore, here's your chance...in miniature.  This 1" scale project (1"=1 foot) is hand-crafted by Anna J. Stewart.  This bare wood kit is covered in "brick" with a hand-carved wood sign stretched across the front door and hand-made cobblestone sidewalk.  Two large bay windows allow for viewing from the front and the plexiglass top means anyone can peek inside to see what treasures it holds.  Items lining the 20-plus shelves include over 300 hand-made books (donated by A Novel Idea miniature books), hand-painted bookends, pens, pencils, stacks of stationary and other hand-made items.  The roombox itself measures 13" D x 16" W x 11-1/4" H.  Photographs will be posted as soon as the project is complete...she's aiming for mid-March.  This shop is the first of three Anna is planning to do for my auction (one in 08, one in 09). 

From RWA chaptermate Kristin Chandler—A week’s stay at a luxury cabin in South Lake Tahoe that sleeps eleven. It has five bedrooms, two full baths, a full garage, additional places to sleep in a giant great room with a huge fireplace, a large backyard with barbeque and cable TV.

From Author Heather Graham--A weekend in New Orleans on Labor Day, 2007 to attend the second Writer's for New Orleans workshop. Includes conference fee, breakfasts, dinner, Friday and Sat hotel stay, and four hundred dollars toward airline or gas fees for a party of two. Heather is also donating an autographed copy of THE DEAD ROOM and a reprint of THE ISLAND

From Author Tara Taylor Quinn—The Best of Phoenix (a whole separate list of items!) as well as a weekend for two on the Pere Marquette River in Michigan in Tara’s rustic, 100 year old cabin, which sits on seventeen acres of land.  It's very private, romantic - and rustic.  (Nearest town is about twenty minutes away.)  There's full plumbing, private bath with shower and heat and electric stove and refrigerator, and a huge stone fireplace.  The river rolls gently through the property, just outside the back door.

From Author Anne Stuart—A beautiful handmade quilt (Anne is famous for her quilting) made of Asian style fabrics (between a throw and twin size). The quilt will won’t be labeled until after it has been one. At that time, Anne will put the winner’s name on the label as well as her own and the name of the quilt (as yet untitled).

From Author Mia Zachary--LAS VEGAS, BABY! To celebrate the October 2007 release of her first single title, best-selling author Mia Zachary is donating an autographed copy of her romantic mystery, ANOTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT, for you to read on the plane to Sin City. Once you get there, she'll treat you to two nights at the Luxor and one of the hottest shows in town (choice of Lance Burton, Danny Gans, The Blueman Group or La Reve), as well as providing two books to help you enjoy your stay: The Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide to Las Vegas and 1000 Best Casino Gambling Secrets. (Does not include travel to and from Las Vegas. Also, you must use the trip between Oct 1, 2007 and Mar 31, 2008; the room is subject to the hotel's availability and the show tickets are subject to theater blackout dates and dark nights.) Value $450

From Author MJ Rose—A stunning white gold and diamond charm bracelet with charms that have some relevancy to Morgan Snow in her Butterfield Institute novels (Estimated value--$750), as well as an autographed copy of THE VENUS FIX (A Dr. Morgan Snow novel). www.mjrose.com (Watch a video trailer of THE VENUS FIX at www.vidlit.com/venus

From NYTimes Bestselling Author Susan Wiggs—A two-night stay in her luxurious guesthouse on Bainbridge Island, including breakfast served by none other than Susan herself! This includes an autographed copy of Susan’s February 07 release—THE

From Authors Susan Mallery and Maureen Child--Brainstorming breakfast at the Dallas RWA conference. Maureen and Susan have sold over 200 books between them.  They will spend 90 minutes over breakfast with whoever wins this item, brainstorming her current work in progress. They’ll work on characters, plot, twists and turns, along with focusing on the best way to market the book. They will also answer any and all questions.

From Author Stella Cameron--A framed original oil painting by Ken Karstens. The scene is beautiful English winter scene featuring a cottage in the snow. Changing light in the room moves the colors from afternoon to night. (Value, $900) www.stellacameron.com

From Author Diane Whiteside--Dining in Dallas for one lucky winner and a companion Thursday evening, July 12th, during RWA 2007! Schmooze with this multi-published author during a delicious dinner at a VERY posh Dallas restaurant. Relax to and from dinner in chauffeur-driven luxury. Diane is also including autographed copies of her Devil series (a 4 volume historical series) for Brava.  www.DianeWhiteside.com

Lunch with literary agent Kim Whalen of Trident Media Group at RWA National in Dallas, Texas, July 11 – 14, 2007.

Lunch with Sue Grimshaw, national book-buyer for Borders & Waldenbooks, at RWA National in Dallas, Texas, July 11 – 14, 2007

From Dianna Love Snell--An embroidered designer bookbag stuffed with all kinds of fun stuff (worth $357), including:
Dianna Love Snell’s RITA Award-winning WORTH EVERY RISK (signed and no longer in print),
NYT best seller Suzanne Brockman – (signed hardback) INTO THE STORM,
Catherine Mann – (Signed) BLAZE OF GLORY,
Mary Buckham – (Signed) INVISIBLE RECRUIT,
Rita Herron – (Signed) IN A HEARTBEAT,
Roxanne St. Claire – (Signed) THRILL ME TO DEATH,
Debra Webb – (signed) VOWS OF SILENCE,
Gayle Wilson – (signed) BOGEYMAN,
NYT best seller Linda Howard – (signed) DROP DEAD GORGEOUS,
Debby Giusti – (signed) NOWHERE TO HIDE -
Debut Inspirational Romantic Suspense, Ed Gaffney – (signed) SUFFERING FOOLS,
NYT best seller Sherrilyn Kenyon – (Signed hardback) DREAM HUNTER,
Dianna Love Snell - A signed excerpt of Dianna’s novella story MIDNIGHT KISS GOODBYE that will be in the DEAD AFTER DARK anthology due out in Fall 2007 that features Sherrilyn Kenyon, L.A. Banks – (signed) THE FORSAKEN, Joanne Rock – (signed) A KNIGHT’S COURTSHIP, Kelly Parra – (signed) GRAFFITTI GIRL – Debut YA novel, Kelley St. John – (signed), Barb Webb – (signed) Mom’s Guide to Earning & Saving Thousands on the Internet,
PLUS – A certificate for an early (signed) copy of DEAD AFTER DARK, the anthology coming out in Fall 2007 with paranormal stories by Sherrilyn Kenyon, Dianna Love Snell, J. R. Ward and Susan Squires.
AND – a gift certificate to Borders bookstore for $25!!
That’s not all. The book bag will also have pedicure products and pedicure sandals, chocolate, really cool book light, funky notepad with one of my new ergonomic pens, chocolate, BMW motorcycle hat, more bath products, really cool bookmark and…did I mention chocolate? J Plus more surprises! More details at www.diannalovesnell.com 

Framed original acrylic painting (48” x 56”—DAD & ME) by artist Geoffrey Crowe. Geoff began to study art when he was forty. It was a great way to learn Spanish and delve into something he loved. So began his study of art at La Liga de Arte and La Escuela de Artes Plasticas in San Juan, Puerto Rico. In February of 2004 Geoff had his first solo exhibition, "en Accion". Today geoff is a full-time artist with works in ceramic sculpture and acrylic paintings. The Crowe's live in Ireland in the small fishing village of Kinsale, Co. Cork. This is an incredible piece that didn’t meet the reserve last year so I’ve been blessed to have it hanging on my wall. A web picture just doesn’t do it justice! (Value $2500)

From the Brands, a local family who also has a child with diabetes--Large $1 silver certificate note of series 1899 and other rare bills.

Basket of Autographed Wolf Tales from author Kate Douglas, including Wolf Tales, Sexy Beast, Wolf Tales II, Wild Nights, Wolf Tales III, Sexy Beast II, along with an absolute adorable stuffed wolf.

Louisiana Lagniappe Basket and autographed copies of IN PROTECTIVE CUSTODY, CHASING A DREAM (Hard cover) and TO LOVE, HONOR AND DEFEND from Author Beth Cornelison--Savor delicious Louisiana cuisine including Community coffee with chicory, Café Du Monde beignet mix (a New Orleans tradition!), Tony Chachere's gumbo mix and jambalaya mix, Cajun spice, and creamy pecan pralines. Relax with a variety of great romances by Louisiana authors.  Enjoy your own Louisiana style party with a CD of Zydeco music, festive Mardi Gras decorations and beads, and much more! Laissez le bon temps rouler!

From Author Monica Burns--A picnic basket for two with wine glasses and cork screw. The basket will be filled with autographed copies of Monica’s books FORBIDDING PLEASURES AND OBSESSION, a couple of Shunga products that will spice up a reader's night life with their significant other. (Value $115) www.monicaburns.com 

From author Jenna Black—Autographed copies of WATCHERS IN THE NIGHT and SECRETS IN THE SHADOWS.

Jeannie--A critique of the first three chapters and synopsis of a manuscript in any genre.

From aspiring writer and good friend Marlene Urso—A baby quilt

From aspiring writer and good friend Deborah Brent—Twenty crocheted potholders.

From Creative Consultant for Writers Beth Barany—Three one-hour sessions of creativity coaching consultation (worth $100 per session).
 
From Author Mardi Ballou--Ten copies of JUST ONE, a fictionalized version of her family story, which includes Holocaust survival and experiences of an immigrant family in the 50s and 60s.  This might be an attractive offer for a book club!  If the book club is in the Bay Area, Mardi would be happy to visit to chat about the book -- or she could do a conference call. Also, Mardi is contributing an autographed ARC of her mainstream book GODDESS GOODIES and the critique of a manuscript.  In addition to her writing and reading experience, she has an Ed.D. in language education. www.MardiBallou.com - fun & sizzling romances

From author Sharon Horton, an autographed copy of her new book and a porcelain doll.

From author Kate Austin and the Harlequin NEXT Authors--A gift package with autographed books, plus a souvenir item that relates to each of the books in the package.

From Author Toni Blake--A “Toni Blake prize pack” consisting of autographed copies of SWEPT AWAY, IN YOUR WILDEST DREAMS, and the now out of print RED DIARY. www.ToniBlake.com

***My donation is dedicated to my wonderful mother, who is a lifelong diabetic, as well a recent breast cancer survivor.

From Author Jan Kenny—An autographed copy of her first novel (come out in March) and the critique of a proposal. (Jan critiques with Authors Karin Tabke, Amy Knupp and Sharon Long,aka Maya Banks!) www.jankenny.com

From Author Karen Rose Smith—Lovely handmade jewelry made by Karen and her husband, including:

A Jasper with Turquoise Handcrafted Necklace--Handcrafted, one-of-a-kind necklace created by KandSJewelry.com.  This unique necklace is fashioned of picture jasper, Chinese turquoise and sterling silver.  Lobster-claw clasp is also sterling with an extender
chain for balance that lengthens the necklace from 19 to 20 inches.  Decorative picture jasper bead dangles from the extender chain.

Jasper Necklace with Cat Pendant--Handmade, one-of-a-kind necklace created by KandSJewelry.com. This unique piece of jewelry for any cat enthusiast incorporates picture and zebra jasper with gold-filled beads and a jasper cat pendant.  Lobster-claw clasp is also gold-filled with an extender chain that balances the necklace from
21 1/2 inches to 22 1/4 inches.  Decorative picture jasper bead hangs from the extender chain. 

Check out the rest of their work at www.KandSjewelry.com. 

Also, Karen is donating autographed copies of CUSTODY FOR TWO, Book 1 in the BABY BONDS Series (Silhouette Special Edition), THE BABY TRAIL, Book 2 in the BABY BONDS Series (SSE), EXPECTING HIS BROTHER'S BABY, Book 3 in the BABY BONDS Series (SSE), THE SUPER MOM (SSE), and FALLING FOR THE TEXAS TYCOON (SSE).

From Author Phoebe Conn--Another fabulous handcrafted jewelry item (may be a necklace rather than a bracelet this year).

From Author Eve Silver—An autographed copy of Eve’s debut book, DARK DESIRES, and an autographed copy of her new release, HIS DARK KISS. http://www.evesilver.net

From Author Terri McDermid—A spa/personal beauty night designed to help a woman to relax and unwind using Mary Kay products, romance novels, candles, chocolate, as well as an autographed copy of Terri’s first Harlequin Everlasting Love, which is out in May. Also, she’d donating some autographed copies of her books from Avalon.

From Author Peggy Webb--A beautiful, embroidered book bag designed exclusively for her promotion of FLYING LESSONS, a Harlequin Next novel, as well as an autographed copy of FLYING LESSONS. All Peggy’s books celebrate the strength, courage and resilience of women. Her message to women (and recurring theme) is embroidered on the bag along with her book title and name: "Grow Wings and Fly." www.peggywebb.com

From Author Luanne Jones—An autographed copy of HEATHEN GIRLS, The Southern Comforts (O7), as well as a tiara or crown (tasteful to tacky to Oh My Gawd--what ever would be the most appealing to bidders).

From Author Julia Quinn—A complete signed collection of the Bridgerton novels (eight books in all.)  Julia’s most recent book, ON THE WAY TO THE WEDDING, hit #5 on the New York Times bestseller list!

From Author Barb Webb—A basket (contents to be determined) and a critique of a proposal.

From Author Arlene Evans—Two autographed books on color vision deficiency (CVD) or colorblindness, one for children and the other for older readers.

From www.authorIsland.com (a fiction books/author promotional site)—A six-month membership worth $247.50.

From aspiring writer and good friend Jackie Fleming—Some handmade doilies.

From aspiring writer and good friend Virna DePaul—A Photo Scrapbook (these are very cool—I won two of them last year and am thrilled with having my family photos in a beautiful bound book). Photo Book Memories is a comprehensive photo book company that urges people to "think outside of the shoebox!" They will take your boxes of photos or your digital photos and transform them into unique hardcover photo books. Photo Book Memories does the hard work for consumers, digital scrappers, paper scrappers, and photographers, creating photo only books, life stories, children's art books, children's story books, and much more. For samples and more information visit www.photobookmemories.com

From Author Amie Gray—The critique (first 30 pages) of a romance manuscript and a couple autographed copies of HANDS ON, which comes out in June.

From Author Karen Newcomb—An autographed copy of HOME AGAIN TO TEXAS ROOTS by Karen Newcomb & David Carlton, D.V.M. and THE POSTAGE STAMP KITCHEN GARDEN BOOK by Duane and Karen Newcomb, as well as a hand-knitted scarf.

From Agent Michelle Grajkowski at Three Seas Literary Agency—The review of a fiction proposal, which would be discussed over lunch at RWA National!

From Magician Trevor Wyatt—A $200.00 family magic show, including one Hour of magic, balloon twisting, and overall magic fun.  trevor@trevorwyattmagic.com

From Author Barri –An autographed copy of his first edition bestselling true crime classic, THE SEX SLAVE MURDERS (now in its 7th printing).

From Author Sandra Brown—A wine gift basket with a bottle of wine, some wine glasses, a Votivo candle and some autographed books. 

From famous Christian painter Derek Hegsted--ANGEL OF GETHSEMANE. A 30" x 24" limited edition (out of 350) giclee canvas print that retails for $435. It's triple UV protected, scratch resistant, waterproof and already stretched.  www.hegsted.com

From Superromance Author Linda Barrett—A booklover’s Basket with a Touch of Texas, including kitchen items with a wildflower theme, several of her books (autographed), and some writing items from Barnes & Noble (Value $50)

From businesswoman Julia Stapp—A dozen handmade custom Christmas ornaments in colors selected by the purchaser. (Value $65) 

From Author Cathy McDavid and Agent Michelle Grajkowski of Three Seas Literary Agency--Coffee or tea with a multi-published Harlequin American and Dorchester author and her agent.

From Author HelenKay Dimon—A basket of Hawaii-related goodies in celebration of her 2007 release, which is set in Hawaii.

From aspiring author Lee Lopez—A basket of goodies (contents to be determined)

From the Avon Red Authors—A "Red" basket (contents to be determined)

From Dr. David Cherrington—Three autographed copies of his non-fiction book, REARING RESPONSIBLE CHILDREN. A professor at BYU, he has taught at other universities around the country.
 
From Author Julia Templeton—An autographed copy of THE BARGAIN, a trade-size Berkley Heat erotic historical romance.

The Witchy Chicks Magical Mystery Basket:  The Witchy Chicks, a group of paranormal authors who blog together, includes bestselling authors Yasmine Galenorn and Madelyn Alt, veteran romance author Linda Randall Wisdom, NEXT author Kate Austin, the author of the Charmed series—Candace Havens, romance writer and the editor of the BBB charity series Terese Ramin, and paranormal author and screenplay writer, Lisa Croll Di Dio.   They have joined together to create a magical basket of books and gifts for you.  Including books by each author, the basket also contains a variety of gifts including a velvet crescent moon shawl, bath & beauty products, crocheted totes, chocolate, coffee beans, and a number of other little goodies tucked away in there.  Take a magical journey with seven women who love the paranormal, and whose goal it is to create a sisterhood of writers for mutual support and encouragement.
Basket Value: approximately $250

Yasmine Galenorn’s Magic Happens Basket: Bestselling author Yasmine Galenorn offers a basket for those seeking a little magic in their lives. 
Included in basket:

• Signed copies of WITCHLING and CHANGELING
• A velvet crescent moon shawl
• An 80 mm lead crystal ball and stand
• A journal in which to keep your thoughts and dreams
• Chocolate
• One pound of espresso roast coffee beans 

Let Yasmine lead you into a delightful mix of magic and mayhem.
Basket Value: approximately $100.

From Author Ann Roth—Autographed copies of her first two Harlequin American TO WED OR NOT TO WED novels and ANOTHER LIFE, her first women's fiction novel, as well as the critique of two chapters and synopsis of a romance manuscript.

From Author Jacquie Rogers—An autographed copy of NO LAW AGAINST LOVE (24 stories by 16 authors about silly or outdated laws, proceeds to benefit breast cancer research) and BLUE MOON ENCHANTMENT (15 stories by 15 authors), as well as 5 packets of Faery Good Bath Salts (enough for ten soothing soaks).

From Author Abby Gaines—The critique of a novel proposal (3 chapters plus synopsis), plus autographed copies of two of Abby Gaines' romance novels.

From Gourmet Cooking Consultant Sherry Hobbs--$40 worth of Gourmet Food Products, including a $20 gift certificate, 1 bread (white or wheat), 1 spice or soup, and 1 dessert.

From Yoga by Kim--one yoga DVD (value $25),  www.yogabykim.com

From Kim Wasielewski of Angel Inspirations—A 30-minute angel reading (Value $50)

From Author Lorraine Heath—From Texas to London – a complete 10-book autographed set that includes all books from the Rogues in Texas, Daughters of Fortune, and Lost Lords series plus a totebag. www.lorraineheath.com

From Author Mary Buckham--ONE-ON-ONE SYNOPSIS AND QUERY
Individualized Help. Mary Buckham has helped hundreds of writers in all genres create attention-grabbing queries and selling synopses. Mary offers a personalized service with 12 lectures and 9 templates that take you beyond the amateur stage to creating a professional synopsis and can be used time and again.  In addition she works with you one-on-one to sharpen your synopsis until it shines! www.marybuckham.com 

From privacy consultant and guest speaker Frank Ahearn—An hour’s telephone consultation. If you have characters who need to escape, Frank is the one to tell you how to give them a new life! www.frankahearn.com

From the band Status Quo—An autographed postcard

From Glamor Shots--A $200 gift certificate (Best of Sacramento item)

From Massage therapist Jeannine Hewitt at Geri’s Garden Relaxation Spa—A Salt & Lavendar Buff & Glo (value $65) (Best of Sacramento item)

From softball coach Michael Golden—Batting lessons (Best of Sacramento item)

From Ted Novak (my hubby)--An 80-hour TIVO Direct TV receiver that records 80 hours of television of your favorite shows--at the touch of a button. Also, you can watch one show while recording another. Record your shows and fast-forward through commercials! Includes free installation and satellite receivers for up to four TV's but only one TIVO unit. A year-long commitment to Direct TV would be required, and programming would cost approximately $50/month. We have this unit in our house and couldn't live without it! (Value $100)

Ronald Reagan Memorial Stamp, for the stamp collector, hand-canceled in Sacramento on the day it was issued. In perfect condition. Value ($10.00)

From Author Geri Krotow—A tapestry from Belgium.

From Reader Sigrun Schultz—The critique of an entire manuscript.

From Author Donna Wierzbowski—The editing of an entire manuscript.

From Super Romance Author Linda Warren—A basket of goodies (contents to be determined).

From health coach Deborah Casey—A Health Consultation-by phone. Holistic Health Coach Deborah Casey has been helping people improve their emotional and physical health for 20 years. ($75.00 Value)

From Internationally Bestselling Author Barbara Delinski – An autographed copy of LOOKING FOR PEYTON PLACE.

From Author Joan Shaddox Isom – An autographed copy of OFFERINGS IN THE SNOW: A CHRISTMAS STORY--a novel for families to share. 

From Author Elizabeth Appell -- A dozen autographed copies of LESSONS FROM THE GYPSY CAMP" for your book club, plus a conversation with Elizabeth regarding questions about the book, etc. (by telephone if we're not geographically convenient).

From Children’s Author Edmond Hartnett – Five autographed copies of THE PURPLE MOUSE, meant for children preschool through first grade. It's message--all people can get along regardless of their race or color. Previews of the book can be seen at www.trafford.com/05-2019.

From Shirley Roe, Managing Editor, Allbooks Reviews (www.allbookreviews.com; Allbookreviews@aol.com) -- Two signed copies of her historical fiction novels for the auction.

From Author Debra Webb – An autographed collection of Vows of Silence, Never Happened, Past Sins and an ARC of her first St. Martin's book, TRACELESS

From Teannette Major -- A St. Louis basket.

From Author Laura Drewry -- A basket with a woman's hoodie, a mug and signed copy of CHARMIND JO. www.lauradrewry.com

From Author Rox Denny Fox – A Western Basket including four southwest placemats, napkins and napkin rings as well as kitchen towels, a set of candles, a leather picture frame, a southwest cookbook, a cowboy paper towel holder and an autographed copy of  Real Cowboys.

From Author Lori Handeland – An autographed set of her Nightcreature Novels. Six full-length books, a novella collection and a short story collection. And a critique.

From writing partners Cathy Clamp and C.T. Adams –

Item #1 — “A Romantic Night Out at the Movies”
This basket includes: 1) a portable DVD-R/RW, Picture CD, and CD-R/RW player from DigitalLabs with a 7" color LCD screen, rechargeable 4-hour battery, headphone jack and headphones, built-in Dolby stereo speakers, full function remote, A/C and D/C Adapter, car adapter, and composite A/V cable; 2) over a dozen romantic DVDs, including romantic comedies, “warm and fuzzy” romances, classic romances and even a few “wartime” romances (to encourage your date to watch!); 3) poly resin popcorn buckets along with a variety of microwave and gourmet popcorns (enough to watch all the movies!); twin Coke-style glasses with straws; and a large selection of “classic” boxed movie candy. Also includes advance reading copy of C.T. Adams & Cathy Clamp’s upcoming paranormal romance from Tor Books, TOUCH OF MADNESS (the sequel to the USA Today bestselling TOUCH OF EVIL!) All this is enclosed in a covered picnic basket, so you can have your “date” at the park, while camping or even just out by the pool!

Item #2 — Full Manuscript critique
USA Today bestselling author Cathy Clamp (http://www.ciecatrunpubs.com/media.htm ) is offering an in-depth, full manuscript critique in any of the following genres/subgenres: Romance (with the exception of Regency, Inspirational and Short Contemporary—sorry, don’t know the elements well enough to evaluate), mystery, thriller/suspense, erotica, science fiction, fantasy, or horror. What you’ll get:  1) A confirming email when I receive the manuscript (either by mail or email. We’ll talk after the auction.) 2) an email/letter (your choice) that discusses: a. The plot as a whole and whether there are any "plot holes" that need to be fixed; b. The believability of the characters and whether I empathize with them. If I don’t, I’ll make suggestions on what might make them more believable; c. Whether any parts of the book drag or move too quickly; d. Whether the time line of the book makes sense and whether there are unbelievable timing issues (such as driving from New York to Denver by car in 8 hours, or the people failing to eat for four days without getting grumpy or passing out!); e. The believability of the GENRE aspect and whether any of the required elements need better explanation; f. The believability of the ROMANCE aspect (if any is included), plus sex scenes, if any—and whether I would believe the characters are falling in love. If an erotica, I will discuss whether the book qualifies FOR an erotica line, or whether it would be better served marketing as a "sexy romance" and why; g. Discussion of whether the dialogue is believable and consistent from character to character; and h. Discussion of places where you’re "telling" versus "showing" and ways you might fix it.

From Author Roxanne Rustand – The critique of a proposal and a gift basket.

From Author Catherine Kean – Autographed copies of DANCE OF DESIRE, A KNIGHT’S VENGEANCE and MY LADY’S TREASURE.

From NYTimes Bestselling Author Debbie Macomber – Tea for six with Debbie at the Victoria Rose Tea Room, which she and her husband own, plus a tour of her office, including an introduction to my staff. Each person will receive an autographed copy of Debbie’s new hard cover BACK ON BLOSSOM STREET.
URL for the Tea Room:  http://www.springhousegifts.com/pink/tearoom/default.asp.

From Author Candy Taylor Tutt – A Dragon Grab Bag;  www.tendragontails.com

From Author Kay Stockham -- Autographed copies of Montana Secrets, Man With A Past and Montana Skies

From Author Lynn Emery -- A hardcover edition of her latest novel, SOULFUL STRUT, along with a copy of her new non-fiction title BE ENCOURAGED (an small inspirational book of essays and poems), and a "Thank You!" gift pack of note cards.

From Author Jennifer Skully – Autographed books Sheer Dynamite by Jennifer Skully and Somebody’s Lover by Jasmine Haynes. 

From Author Gayle Wilson – A basket

From Author Carla Neggers -- Signed copies of my latest books, THE WIDOW and CUT AND RUN, a lovely Simon Pearce hand-blown glass vase (made here in Quechee, VT), a Vermont Institute of Natural Science cap, a Vermont bookmark (by a Vermont artist), Handmade Maine soap

From Author Renee Luke – A sensual basket, including books, candies, candles, wine, glasses, lotions, oils, bath salts, etc..

From Author Nyomi Scott -- A 'Fun for teens' basket, including movie passes, CD's, Best Buy card, cell phone accessories and charms, an oversized high school sweatshirt, etc.

From Author Rae Monet -- A signed copy of SECRETS 18, and one download from any of her e-books, readers choice.

From Author Cindi Myers –
#1
Here's your chance to own all of Cindi Myers's historical romances -- written as Cynthia Sterling. These seven hard-to-find, out of print titles are some of the author's personal favorites. The books are: Patchwork Hearts, A Willing Spirit, Great Caesar's Ghost, Nobility Ranch, Last Chance Ranch and Runaway Ranch.
#2
Own all of Cindi Myers's Blaze and Temptation Titles. This lot of 11 titles includes such hard-to-find fan favorites as It's a Guy Thing! and Just 4 Play. Also included are Say You Want Me, Rumor Has It, Taking It All Off, Good, Bad...Better, Do Me Right, No Regrets, Rock My World, Fear of Falling and The Man Tamer.
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Complete your collection of Cindi Myers's titles with this lot of 7 books, including fan favorites What Phoebe Wants, My Backwards Life and Learning Curves. Also included are Life According to Lucy, Detour Ahead, The Birdman's Daughter and Bootcamp.

From Agent/Author Deirdre Knight -- Breakfast with Deidre Knight and a thirty-minute career consultation. 

From Life Coach Julie Belmont -- An autograph copy of each of her two books, a 1 Hour Tarot and/or Pendulum Reading usually ($90), a 1 Hour Intuitive Life Coaching Introductory Session ($150), an Astrological Natal Chart with explanations ($80) and a Hand-made Victorian beaded velvet and lace choker from my Eternal Gift-Immortal Love Collection.

From Author Melinda Curtis and Agent Pamela Hopkins – Tea with Melinda and Pam at RWA National in Dallas.

From Marilyn Shoemaker (SeattleSnoops@aol.com) Of course I'll donate but as Marilyn Shoemaker a reader of romance and your supporter.  OK, I'll do both a Seattle Starbucks basket with a Barnes and Noble card........value $75.00.

From Pam Champagne -- A basket of Maine items

From Author Maria V. Snyder – Autographed copies (hardcovers) of POISON STUDY and MAGIC STUDY. 

From Hot, Hot, Hot Historical Author Celeste Bradley -- UP ALL NIGHT with Celeste Bradley Gift Box, including a Bialetti stovetop espresso maker, a pound of gourmet coffee (Sierra Roasting Co.), Godiva chocolates, Snuggly socks, and The Royal Four series, autographed: TO WED A SCANDALOUS SPY, SURRENDER TO A WICKED SPY, ONE NIGHT WITH A SPY, SEDUCING THE SPY.

From Patty Suchy of Novel Explorations – A travel gift bag filled with treasures for the perfect travel adventure.

From TRIPLE MOON METAPHYSICAL,  Bringing You Back to the Roots of Nature -- A 1/2 Hour Tarot Reading and Palm (Best of Sacramento)

From NYTimes Bestselling Author Christine Feehan – Tea for 50 with Christine Feehan at Partea Time Teahouse in Folsom, California

From Author Jessica Raymond -- A box of English-themed goodies and treats, including signed copies of her entire backlist. Donated in memory of my father, who lived with diabetes for 42 years. http://www.jessica-raymond.com

From Author Janice Lynn --A “Medical” basket with copies of some Harlequin Medicals & some other related items—probably some Viagra stuff like soap dispenser, tissues, etc. 

From USA Today Bestselling Historical Author Adele Ashworth – Three Autographed sets of her bestselling Duke's Trilogy, a three-chapter critique (max 50 pages) to culminate in lunch or coffee at RWA this summer to discuss the work.

From Author Cynthia Thomason – A Mountain Lore basket with all sorts of country goodies. 

From SuperRomance Author Amy Knupp – The critique of a proposal.

From Loretta Chase -- A signed set of four historical romances:  Miss Wonderful, Mr. Impossible (Rita finalist), Lord Perfect, and Not Quite a Lady. 

From Historical Author Bertrice Small – Autographed books

From Author Sharon K. Garner – An autographed hardcover copy of Sanctuary, romantic suspense set in the tropical highlands of Brazil.
From Bestselling Historical Author Liz Carlyle – A complete library, autographed.

From Access Romance (http://www.accessromance.com) -- a 6-month membership to its author hosting community.  (Current clients not eligible. Value $350)

From Author Roxanne St. Claire – “A Month of Mentoring" and a complete library of all 16 of her books - including several which are no longer available (autographed).
 
From Author Julie Elizabeth Leto – A complete set of Julie 2006 books.

From Author Delilah Dawson – Autographed copies of "Truth or Dare" and "Something Naughty."

 
From Author Tina Gerow – A signed copy of Fire Maiden and Warriors Gone Wild

From Author Gena Showalter – Signed copies of her Atlantis series: Heart of the Dragon, Jewel of Atlantis, The Nymph King

From Author Marin Thomas  -- Autographed copies of Aaron Under Construction (RT nomination for best Harlequin American 2006) and Nelson in Command (Jan 07)

From Mystery Author Lori Avocato – A signed set of her mystery series:

A DOSE OF MURDER -- Oct. 2004
THE STIFF AND THE DEAD-- July 2005
ONE DEAD UNDER THE CUCKOO'S NEST-- Oct. 2005
DEEP SEA DEAD--April 2006
NIP TUCK DEAD--Nov 2006
DEAD ON ARRIVAL--July 2007

From Author Liz Fielding – An original, carved Welsh lovespoon.

From Wendy Keel – Custom-made totes and totes autographed by many, many big name authors

From Professional editor Sally Driscoll – The edit of a full manuscript

From Author Jo Beverley – Autographed books

From Author Jan Coffey – A complete Jan Coffey Collection (Eight signed books.)

From Author May McGoldrick – A complete May McGoldrick Collection (Fifteen signed books)

From Author Leslie Kelly – A 15-minute telephone brainstorming session. Leslie will read your proposal and call you at a mutually convenient time to discuss the story. And the entire TROUBLE series from author Leslie Kelly, including HERE COMES TROUBLE (HQN, 8/06), ASKING FOR TROUBLE (Blaze, 10/06) and pre-release copies of the July 07 releases SHE'S NO ANGEL and "Getting Into Trouble" a novella in the HEAT WAVES collection.

From Author Carolyn Parkhurst – An autographed hardcover of LOST AND FOUND and audiobooks of both L&F and DOGS OF BABEL. 

From Author Debra Salonen – A Rest and Relaxation basket from Blue Oak Ayurveda along with a complete set of her “Sisters of the Silver Dollar” series (4 books).

From Warner Editor Beth de Guzman – A Read!

From Pocket Editor Megan McKeever – A Read (75 pages using 12 point type)

From Author Carrie Weaver – An autographed set of three connected but stand-alone Harlequin Superromance titles, THE SECRET WIFE, HOME FOR CHRISTMAS AND FOUR LITTLE PROBLEMS.  Separately, an autographed copy of Harlequin Superromance SECRETS IN TEXAS and Harlequin NASCAR Series, NO TIME TO LOSE.

From Heather Hiestand — A critique of the first 100 pages plus synopsis of your romance or mystery novel and an electronic copy of Heather's first novel - Cards Never Lie. www.HeatherHiestand.com

From Kerri Nelson -- A basket

From Bestselling Author Vicki Lewis Thompson – A basket

From “Love is an Exploding Cigar" Blog Group – A Book Basket, including:

Samantha Hunter:
Virtually Perfect
About Last Night
Fascination
Friction
Flirtation
Hide and Seek
Untouched
Pick Me Up
A fancy bookmark

Sarah Mayberry:
Can't Get Enough 
Cruise Control
Anything For You
Take on Me
All Over You
Chocolate goodies from Australia for reading pleasure - Tim Tam biscuits,
Caramello Koalas, Clinkers.

Tawny Weber:
Double Dare
Chocolates

Jamie Sobrato:
Some Like it Sizzling
Pleasure for Pleasure
What a Girl Wants
Some Kind of Sexy
Too Wild
As Hot as it Gets
Sexy All Over
Any Way You Want Me
Once Upon a Seduction
The Sex Quotient
A Whisper of Wanting
Sex as a Second Language


Karen Kendall:
Fit to be Tied
The Night We Met
Midnight Touch
Midnight Madness
Midnight Oil
First Dance
First Date
Open Invitation
Unzipped?
Who’s on Top?
Someone Like Him 
I’ve Got You, Babe
To Catch a Kiss
Something About Cecily
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From Author Susan Vaughan – A four book set of her Anti-Terrorism Security Agency series (ATSA), signed.

From NYTimes Bestselling Author Madeline Hunter – A critique

From Author Darlene Graham – A critique and an autographed set of her latest trilogy. 

From Vamps & Scamps Blog Group: A basket full of autographed books and other goodies. (Members are: Erin McCarthy, Dianne Castell, Kathy Love, Karen Kelley, Toni Blake, LuAnn McLane, Rosemary Laurey, Shiloh Walker, and Janice Maynard. ) 

From Author Mary Jo Putney – A gift Basket

From Author Lori Foster – Autographed books, including:

Wildly Winston
Say No To Joe?
The Secret Life of Bryan
When Bruce Met Cyn
Just a Hint-Clint
Jamie

Too Much Temptation
Never Too Much

Jude's Law
Murphy's Law

From Dawn Groth (customerservice@danddcollectibles.com) -- Three handmade diabetes bracelets.

From Kid Hip Music – CD’s with music using your child’s name! (www.kidhip.com)

From Author Shirley Jump – A complete autographed collection of New York Times bestselling author Shirley Jump's Mercy, Indiana Silhouette Romance Series, including The Virgin's Proposal, The Bachelor's Dare, The Daddy's Promise, Kissed by Cat and The Marine's Kiss; and a hardcover copy of Sugar and Spice, the New York Times bestselling Christmas anthology containing Shirley Jump's novella, "Twelve Days" as well as heartwarming original stories from Fern Michaels, Beverly Barton and Joanne Fluke.  Autographed by Shirley Jump. Also, a Shirley Jump tote bag containing both a Shirley Jump travel mug and the duet of The Bachelor Preferred Pastry and Pretty Bad, the latest in New York Times bestselling author Shirley Jump's romances with recipes series!

An original acrylic painting by Artist Geoffrey Crowe -- The painting is 48" x 56" as painted. The history of this work ties to the people and culture of Puerto Rico. Every year the Bacardi Company holds a festival on their grounds to mark the holidays. There are hundreds of booths with crafts and food. Nightly they have live entertainment and it’s a great place just to roam and enjoy time with your family. This father and daughter struck me as a great representation of this day by the simple act of enjoying a meal together.

The Artist:

On the art side I began painting a little over four years ago at the age of 40. My first exhibition was titled En Accion, which is simply In Action. It was a series celebrating the joy of soccer for children. Today I live in Ireland with my wife, who is here on a business assignment.

From Diana McCollum – A handmade Fairy Box

A Limited edition print by famous Christian artist Derek Hegsted

Postcard autographed by Luciano Pavarotti

From Rachel Brand – 1 large $1 silver certificate note of series 1899. Face: Eagle on flag and capitol background over portraits of Presidents Lincoln & Grant.

In honor of my delightful 15 year old son, Aaron Brand, who has had Type 1 Diabetes since age 2.

From NAL Editor Kara Cesare – A read

Kara Cesare is an executive editor at New American Library, a division of The Penguin Group. She acquires in a variety of areas, including women's fiction, memoir, romance, suspense, and historical fiction. She looks for authors with distinctive voices who are writing original and engaging stories.

From All About Romance (www.allaboutromance.com) -- A free month of advertising along with design of the two banner sizes they use, and a full-page ad...the latter including a flash design. ($150 value.)   Will that work?

From NYTimes Bestselling Author Diana Palmer--Two copies of her June HQN hardcover, LAWMAN.

From St. Martin’s Press Editor Monique Patterson -- A read

From St. Martin’s Press Editor Rose Hilliard -- A read

Rose Hilliard is an associate editor at St. Martin’s Press, where she handles women’s fiction, romance and pop culture books for mass market, trade and hardcover.  She began her publishing career in 2001 as an editorial assistant at Time Warner Book Group, and went on to work as an assistant editor at Penguin’s New American Library.  She looks for stories with a great hook, an appealing voice and memorable characters.  Her favorite part of her job is the thrill of discovering talented new authors and then getting to be their enthusiastic advocate throughout the publishing process.

From Author Sabrina Jeffries --  Autographed copies of "The Royal Brotherhood" series and the first three books of her latest "School for Heiresses" series.
 
From Generous Gems—Two pins, a silver charm and a gold charm. 

From Author Tawny Weber – A fun altered art project filled with goodies and an autographed book. 

From Author Vivi Anna – A gift basket

From Pampered Chef Rhonda Feuer -- $50 in products. www.pamperedchef.biz/rhondafeuer

From Agent Nancy Yost at Lowenstein-Yost Associates Inc. – A Read

From Agent Caren Johnson -- Read.

From Agent Elizabeth Pomada -- A read, followed by a half-hour telephone consultation. 

From Agent Barbara Collins Rosenberg – A critique the first three chapters of a nonfiction proposal.

From Agent Scott Eagan, Greyhaus Literary Agency -- The read of a synopsis, and first 3 chapters.

From Agent Elaine English -- A read of synopsis and first three chapters and mini-critique.

Lunch with Congressman John T. Doolittle and his wife, Julie in Sacramento at a mutually convenient day and time.

Lunch with Agent Kim Whalen at Trident Media Group at RWA National in Dallas (on Thursday).

Romance Designs -- A Week of Fiction;  5-day Newsletter - $450 value
1 Romance Jewel OR 1 Mystery Jewel Newsletter - $200 value
1 Banner Box - $100 value

*must be booked within 1 month of winning bid. Promotion date can be up to 12 months in advance.

From Author Gemma Halliday –Autographed copies of SPYING IN HIGH HEELS and KILLER IN HIGH HEELS, and a manuscript critique.

From Agent Mary Sue Seymour – A read with a follow-up tea at RWA National in Dallas.

$25 Gift Certificate to Mimi’s Café

From Kelly Torres -- A poncho and a matching purse.

From Author Susan Gable – A critique.

From Harlequin Editor Paula Eykelhof (my own great editor) -- Breakfast with Paula Eyklehof at RWA National.

From Author Nicole Burnham -- Four autographed romantic comedies for teens from Niki Burnham: An autographed copy of SCARY BEAUTIFUL, as well as autographed copies of all three books of Niki's popular Valerie Winslow books:  ROYALLY JACKED, SPIN CONTROL, and DO-OVER.  Also, an autographed copy of Niki Burnham's brand new hardcover release, GODDESS GAMES.

From International Plot Consultant Martha Alderson –

#1 -- A 2 hour phone plot consultation and a Plot Planner of the writer's individual project. The writer will be asked to send a completed Character Emotional Development Plot Profile for the main character at least 2 days before the phone meeting. During the plot consultation, Martha takes notes on a Plot Planner. Typically, the first session involves plotting out all the scenes or chapters of the project focusing primarily on the Dramatic Action plot line. If there is time, the Character Emotional Development plot line is considered. After the consultation, a Plot Planner is sent to the writer so she can revisit the work. The Plot Planner pushes aside the words so that the writer can actually  "see" into the plot and structure of the story itself.  

The package is worth $240.

#2 Scene Tracker Kit (value $45.00).
Dramatically cut the time it takes to finish your story. The Scene  Tracker Kit includes everything you need to create scenes that are full of conflict, tension and suspense, grounds the reader in place and time,  and advances the character emotional development plot line, dramatic action plot line and the thematic significance plotline. Along with BLOCKBUSTER PLOTS Pure & Simple and the Scene Tracker Template CD, you can enjoy the Scene Tracker Writers Workshop from the comfort of your own home.

Bio: Martha Alderson, M.A, author of BLOCKBUSTER PLOTS Pure & Simple, helps writers of all ages find the structure of their stories. 

This award-winning writer of historical fiction, and plot consultant teaches plot writing workshops privately and through the University of Santa Cruz Extension, the East of Eden Writers Conference, and the Writing Salon.

From Agent Eileen Cope of Trident Media Group – A read.

From Freelance Editor Randall Klein at Trident Media Group – The edit of a partial

From Hillary Sares at Kensington --Lunch with Hillary Sares, Five Reads by Hillary Sares, and a year of Aphrodesia books

From Avon Lady Marie Markowski – A "Gift basket" of Avon products.

From Agent Lucienne Diver at Spectrum Literary Agency -- A read culminating in a 45 minute slot for coffee or a drink to discuss the work (submission limit 30 pages).

BIO:
Lucienne Diver is a long time book addict who went to work for Spectrum Literary Agency fourteen years ago to feed her habit.  She now represents over forty authors of commercial fiction, primarily in the areas of romance, fantasy, mystery/suspense and erotica.  Clients include Marjorie M. Liu, Susan Krinard, Roberta Gellis, Rachel Caine and Claudia Bishop.  Her alphabet soup of memberships includes AAR, RWA, MWA and SFWA.  Further information is available on the website: www.spectrumliteraryagency.com. 

From Author Sarah Mayberry – The critique of a proposal

From Author Jamie Sobrato – The critique of a proposal

From Author Karen Kendall – The critique of a proposal

From Author Samantha Hunter – The critique of a proposal

From NYTimes Bestselling Author Lisa Jackson -- Autographed copies of FATAL BURN (mass market), TWICE KISSED (mass market), CANDY APPLE RED (hard cover), and SHIVER (hard cover).

From Author Charlene Raddon – One lovely, hand-dyed Ukranian egg.

From Betty Hanawa – A hand crocheted baby/child afghan - 33" X 48"  made with NoBo yarn in muti-pastels, bordered with Yarn Bee Luscious yarn in spearmint green.  Machine washable in lingerie bag, which will be included.  Line dry. 

From Author Cynthia Reese – The Critique of a proposal and an autographed copy of THE BABY WAIT.

From Author Joyce Henderson -- Multi-published author Joyce Henderson will provide a detailed critique of a pre-published author's submission for historical or contemporary markets. The winning bidder will also receive an autographed copy of Joyce's book, Walks In Shadow. 

From Catherine Chant – A basic 5-page 'writer' website

From Jeannie Ruesch –  A five to eight pages, fully customized web site design. http://www.trellisdesign.com. 

From Agent Robin Rue at Writer's House Literary Agency-- Read of a proposal (around 50 pages).

Robin Rue began her long and illustrious career as an editor at Dell but has spent the last thirty years as an agent (10 of those years working for Writer’s House). She represents such big names and Linda Howard, Lisa Jackson, Mary Jo Putney, Joann Ross, Pat Rice, Laura Lee Gurke, Jacqueline Frank, Holly Lyle, Lynn Vale, and V.C. and Andrews. She loves almost any kind of fiction and represents it well: women’s fiction, historicals, young adult, middle-grade fiction, fantasy, hard-core mystery, thrillers, etc. (As an aside, straight erotica and chick lit are not among her favorites.)

From Agent Kristin Nelson of Nelson Literary Agency (query@nelsonagency.com)—A read

From Harlequin Intrigue Editor Allison Lyons  -- A read

From Harlequin Editor Natashya Wilson – A read (Can acquire for all series/lines.)

From Harlequin Editor Brenda Chin – A read to culminate in a 20 minute phone call.

From Harlequin Editor Patience Smith – A Read

From Agent Amy Moore Benson at AMB Literary Management – A Read

From Harlequin American Editor Kathleen Scheibling – A Read

From Author Bella Andre-- Erotic romance author and Feng Shui consultant, Bella Andre, has helped everyone from Fortune 500 companies to small business turn dreams into dollars. She will show you how to use Feng Shui to increase your chances of getting an agent, selling your book, and even having a better relationship with your editor! This workshop  will provide clear, simple and inexpensive tools for transforming your workspace, whether you write in a private home office or in a corner of the kitchen table.

DONATION: A "virtual" office Feng Shui consultation valued at $200 plus all three of Bella's Pocket trade releases (Take Me, Tempt Me Taste Me Touch Me, and Red Hot Reunion).

From Harlequin Editor Ann Leslie Tuttle – A read. She’s actively acquiring for Nocturne, NEXT and Harlequin Historicals and would be especially interested in evaluating entries suited to those lines. 

$90 gift certificate to Outback Steakhouse

Autographed copies of Dr. John Gray’s MEN ARE FROM MARS, WOMEN ARE FROM VENUS

From Author Kathryn Shay – A Tribute Box to America' Bravest, including an autographed copy of Kathy’s firefighter trilogy from Berkley, as well as a promise for Kathy’s new firefighter book out next year, a firefighter cookbook, a firefighter mug, a FDNY t-shirt, a firefighter Christmas ornament, some assorted candies (to sweeten the pot).