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Donated by: Audrey Vernick Item Description:     The lucky winner will strike it rich. Because this prize package includes not only a copy of TEACH YOUR BUFFALO TO PLAY DRUMS personalized and signed by Audrey Vernick, a Buffalo tote bag, and 30 (that’s right 30!) Buffalo bookmarks but also … a copy of IS YOUR… Read more »

Donated by: Tricia Lawrence, Social Media Strategy, EMLA Item Description:       Win a 30-page PDF workbook and 60-minute phone consultation with Erin Murphy Literary Agency’s social media strategist, Tricia Lawrence. Wondering how to best use social media to further your author career? Think through your vision, your passion, and your goals and get advice… Read more »

Donated by: Ruth McNally Barshaw Item Description: Everyone loves Ellie McDoodle! And here’s your chance to WOW one of your favorite young readers. Author and illustrator Ruth McNally Barshaw is offering three signed paperback books of the popular Ellie McDoodle series with one-of-a-kind doodles added, plus, as a bonus, original art signed by the amazing… Read more »

Donated by: Ammi-Joan Paquette Prize Details:My oh my! Don’t let this one pass you by. Get that manuscript in tip-top shape then send it in for critique by kidlit agent extraordinaire, Ammi-Joan Paquette with the Erin Murphy Literary Agency. She’ll take a look at the first 25 pages of a middle-grade or YA novel, or… Read more »

Item Description:    Just like our little traveler in LIGHT UP THE NIGHT, any wee one would love to snuggle with this 22″ x 34″ red and white hand-crocheted blanket — especially with an autographed copy of the book to go with it. This item will ship in time for Christmas! This is only a… Read more »

Donated by: The Editors at Bloomsbury Item Description: Have you written a children’s book? For tots or teens or anyone in between? Is it ready for publication? An editor at Bloomsbury will be delighted to give your story careful consideration and let you know if it might earn a spot on their list. Kidlit writers… Read more »

Donated by: Musana Children’s Home Item Description: Straight from Musana Children’s Home in Iganga Uganda, we have a beautiful selection of 5 necklaces handcrafted from a local women’s group of the Bwongo village. In this craft package we also have 2 beautiful African fabric patchwork bags and a laptop case that all make great gifts… Read more »

Item Description:    If two heads are better than one, how about five heads providing feedback on your writing? That’s right, five clients from the Erin Murphy Literary Agency, one of the top-selling U.S. literary agencies representing children’s books, will each provide a critique of your work. Each month, over the course of five months,… Read more »

Item Details: Cherish this important story in recent U.S. history. This signed copy of WE’VE GOT A JOB: THE 1963 BIRMINGHAM CHILDREN’S MARCH is Cynthia’s debut book (you heard me – you’ll be in on the beginning of what’s sure to be her amazing author career) about the role children played in desegregating the most… Read more »

Donated by: Elite Academics, Inc. Item Description:    One full ACT Prep Course run by Elite Academics, Inc.  The 6-7 classes and 3 practice tests are held on Saturdays from 10:00 – 3:00 (8-12 weeks before the actual test) at 5500 Greenwood Plaza Blvd., Ste. 200, Greenwood Village, CO 80111.  Winner may choose any course… Read more »