Welcome to the 22nd Kids Need to Read Charity Auction, where we are offering a booklover’s treasure! Fans on both sides of the Atlantic are familiar with Frank Beddor’s Looking Glass Wars trilogy, as well as the companion comic book series, Hatter M. Possibly less well known is the fact that Book 1 of the trilogy was first released in England in 2004, after being rejected by publishers in the States. The novel quickly created a sensation, and its success in Britain led directly to its American release in 2006.
Now we are proud to offer the original LGW UK proof from the British version of The Looking Glass Wars, the book that started it all! The cover of the proof is the cover as it appeared in the UK, authenticated by Frank Beddor’s signature. To further enhance this collector’s item, the package includes a complete set (4) of Cardsoldier War stickers, a Cardsoldier War postcard, Seeing Redd and Hatter M bookmarks, and a Looking Glass Wars removable tattoo. Our thanks to Frank Beddor for donating this unique prize!
Bidding begins immediately and opens at $40.00. Bids will be accepted until Wednesday, January 23rd, 2008 at 10pm ET/ 9pm CT/ 7pm PT.
Place your bids now in the comments section of this blog. Bids must be placed here to be considered. The winner will be notified by PM and will have 5 days to donate the high bid directly to the Kids Need to Read website at http://kidsneedtoread.org (or you can click on “KIDSNEEDTOREAD.ORG HOME” at the top of this page. Click on “Donate Now” then click on “Make a Donation”). Your cover proof and added LGW swag will be mailed to you as soon as your donation is received.
Kids Need to Read, the charitable organization founded by author PJ Haarsma and actor Nathan Fillion, (http://kidsneedtoread.org) uses the money raised from these auctions to purchase books for schools and libraries in need.
