As an east coast girl (ah, my poor Eagles…), I’m especially happy to be a part of YA for NJ, an auction to raise money for Hurricane Sandy victims.  I’ve contributed a signed hardcover copy of Populazzi, but that’s only the beginning of what you’ll find on the site.  Other notable items…

A manuscript critique by Zareen Jaffrey, who edited both Devoted and True .

She gives fantastic notes.  I can tell you from experience that your writing will absolutely benefit from her input.

An ARC of Matthew Quick’s new book, Forgive Me, Leonard Peacock .

Seriously — don’t get me started on the genius of Q.  All his books are brilliant, including Oscars front-runner The Silver Linings Playbook.  That said, my personal favorite is Sorta Like a Rock Star, which absolutely stunned me with its power.  Believe me, you cannot go wrong with a Matthew Quick book, and snagging the ARC will give you a front-row seat to The Next Big Thing.

A Set of Four Autographed Novels by A.S. King.

I have never met A.S. King, but it’s a good chance that if I do, I will go all fangirl on her.  Please Ignore Vera Dietz and Everybody Sees the Ants are both beautifully honest and remarkably unique.  King sees the world like no one else; she stands right next to Q in my pantheon of favorite YA authors.

A Huge Wealth of Other Riches!!!!

Seriously, you’ll be blown away by the items available for auction, so please check it out, and if you see something you like — bid away!  The proceeds go to a great cause, so thanks in advance for your bids!