BC Book Prizes Online Auction closing soon!

What are you sitting there for? BID! Some of these items are going for 1/4 retail value! Bidding closes on Mondays at noon.

Please note, these items close on Monday August 17, 2009 at noon!

Arts Club prize package

Arts Club prize package

Two tickets to “The 25th Annual Putman County Spelling Bee” at the Granville Island Stage from the Arts Club Theatre Company

This Tony-award winning musical comedy is the funniest thing in seven consonants! “The 25th Annual Putman County Spelling Bee” pits quirky prepubescent overachievers against one another in the spelling challenge of a lifetime. amid infectious songs, the nerdy and wordy learn that winning isn’t everything. Valid for performance June 21 to 30, 2010. Value: $98.00

CURRENT BID: $30.00

Two passes to Ziptrek Ecotours

Ziptrek Ecotours is the pioneer of zipline tours in North America! With an award winning ecological curriculum and the highest, longest, and most ziplines around, Ziptrek offers an entertaining combination of education and adventure. The Bear tour is the original tour and the one that made them famous! Five incredible ziplines joined by a network of suspension bridges, boardwalks and trails showcasing stunning aerial vistas over Fitzsimmons Creek. Fly through the forest and experience the thrill of ziplining! Value: $200.00.

CURRENT BID: $75.00

hair comb

hair comb

Maquerade Louis XIII hair comb from Adorn Atelier

Handmade in Vancouver, BC, Adorn Atelier believes that modern women should have accessories that reflect who they are – fun, colourful, creative, and original. This elegant and bold hair comb is the perfect addition to special occasion outfits, or for the more daring, everyday wear that needs a little jazzing up. Measures approximately 10 inches. Value: $65.00

CURRENT BID: $15.00

Repurposed and upcycled, red and black dresser from Semper Nova Rescued and ReStyled Home Decor

Found in a flea market and lovingly restored, this red and black bedside dresser adds a little pop! to any space. Cleaned, painted, and protected this dresser is ready to be incorporated into your home. Driven by frugality and a desire to keep good furniture out the landfill, SemperNova restores furniture to fit in with modern spaces and stylish sensibilities. Please note, this item must be picked up from White Rock, BC. Value: $150.00

CURRENT BID: $55.00

carres charmantes earrings

carres charmantes earrings

“Carres charmants” earrings from Olala Design

These “charming squares” earrings are made from golden honey bayong wood squares adorned with charming bouquets of Czech glass flowers in topaz and green. Add some understated elegance to your everyday. Handcrafted in Vancouver, BC. Value: $32.00

CURRENT BID: $8.00

Miz Darlin beret

Miz Darlin beret

Handmade beret from Miz Darlin Hatz and Joolz

With fall coming there is no better time to get a warm, cozy, and funky beret! Made with style and skill in Ladysmith, BC, this hat is a fun addition to typically restrained fall and winter styles. Value: $35.00

CURRENT BID: $10.00

Snowy Owl

Snowy Owl

Snowy Owl by Tiny Warbler Designs

A tiny wool snowy owl for the tiny loved one in your life. Hand-stitched in Vancouver, BC, this little softie makes a great gift for a child or even a design accent in your home, that is, if you can keep yourself from cuddling her! Value:$35.00

CURRENT BID: $30.00

Please note, these items close on Monday August 24, 2009 at noon!

Baja Beaches bracelet

Baja Beaches bracelet

Baja Beaches Pearl Bracelet from Angelque Creations

Inspired by the white sand beaches, electric blue water, and vibrant wildlife of the Sea of Cortez, Angelque Creations produces jewellery that incorporates shells, pearls, and beads that represent the lushness the land. The Baja Beaches pearl bracelet features white fresh water pearls and bronze potato fresh water pearls set with topaz and bronze seed bead accents. Approximately 7 inches in length. Value: $40.00

CURRENT BID: $10.00

Laura Bucci purse

Laura Bucci purse

Pacific Tortoise Shell Linen Pouch from Laura Bucci Handmade

From Laura Bucci Handmade comes this stylish clutch featuring a geometric tortoise shell pattern in turquoise. It closes with a snap button and is pretty for a night out or for whenever you want to carry your wallet, cell phone and keys with a bit of style. Featured print and lining are 100% cotton. The exterior is 100% natural linen and has been reinforced for durability and stiffness. Value: $26.00

CURRENT BID: $6.50

Charm Bracelet

Charm Bracelet

Lily Valley Charm Bracelet from New Fashioned Whispers

From the “Recycled Garden Collection” the Lilly Valley charm bracelet is comprised of vintage beads in all sorts of shades and textures, from pearl to crystal. Closed with a lobster clasp and tightly secured on to a brass chain. Value: $68.00

CURRENT BID: $15.00

Silver Leaf Earrings

Silver Leaf Earrings

Sterling Silver Leaf Earrings from Apartment 49

Simple and elegant, this freehand-pierced sterling silver earrings are shaped like delicate little leaves. Perfect for every occasion, they are polished to a stain finish. And just as in nature, each of these tiny leaves in unique! Value: $35.00

CURRENT BID: $8.00

Victoria Tour Package

Victoria Tour Package

Getaway to Victoria featuring round trip travel for two aboard Pacific Coach Lines; a $25.00 gift certificate for all services aboard BC Ferries; a $30.00 gift certificate to Munro’s Books; and two “A” level tickets to the Victoria Symphony

Zip away to Victoria on Pacific Coach Lines. Including bus travel and BC Ferries fares for two people, relax and enjoy the journey knowing that it’s all taken care of for you. Valid August 18, 2009 to August 17, 2010.
And enjoy a little spending money aboard your ferry to the Island. This $25.00 gift certificate is good for all products and services on the ferry. So why not grab a book at the gift shop, or a bite to eat to make the trip over as comfortable as possible?
When you arrive in Victoria, make your way over to Munro’s Books. Described as “the most magnificent book store in Canada”, Munro’s features a huge collection of literature, bestsellers, and children’s books.
Finally, round out your stay with an evening at the Victoria Symphony. With their mandate of enriching lives through the shared experience of extraordinary music, you are sure to walk away from the performance touched. Valid for any regular concert in 2009/2010 season after September 8, 2009 (excluding Classics concerts and special performances). Total Value: $346.00

CURRENT BID: $75.00

How It Works

Bidding: Bidding is very simple. Send an email to martha AT rebuscreative.com with your name, address, phone number, email address and your bid for the lot you wish to bid on. The site will then be updated with the highest bid. Please note, these lots close on August 24, 2009 at noon. Please note, the minimum bid increment is $5.00.

Winning: If you are lucky enough to win your lot, we will contact you to let you know right away. Once we receive your cheque in the mail, we will send you your package.

Any questions? Email us, or give us a call. We’d be happy to help!

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Surrey Writers’ School at the Shebeen Club Monday

Surrey Writers School

Who: The Shebeen Club and the Surrey Writers’ School

What: $15 gets you dinner and a drink (cash, plzthxkbai) with the finest of Literati

When: 6-9pm Monday, August 17th

Where: The Shebeen, Behind the Irish Heather in Gastown, 210 Carrall Street

Why: not? It’s a great new school run by actual, talented local writers, and it’s a Monday. What the hell else have you got going that night?

With great pleasure the Shebeen Club will be hosting an informative, educational, and slightly decadent (think Dorian Gray as an academic advisor) evening with Lois Peterson, co-founder and coordinator of the brand-new Surrey Writers’ School.

Surrey School District’s recent announcement that it had axed the Surrey Creative Writing Diploma Program left scores of South Fraser region writers without accessible writing classes.

The Surrey Writers’ School (SWS) was created by Surrey writers / teachers Lois Peterson, Ed Griffin and Doug Brunt to replace the now deceased Diploma Program. “Surrey’s writing program acquired a strong following over the past 16 years,” says SWS Coordinator Lois Peterson. “We know there are people out there wanting to learn skills to write for publication and their own personal satisfaction. ”

Rising like a Phoenix from the ashes (only of course not so cliched) of the Continuing Education Program, the Surrey Writers School aims to serve interested, active writers of the Lower Mainland. We hope you’ll come help us celebrate the birth of this newest edition to the literary scene in BC.

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Federation of BC Writers: Lower Mainland Regional Rep volunteer position

Charles Dickens breaks through writer's block

Charles Dickens breaks through writer's block

Yes, I’m stepping down, not that my slightly insane schedule ever let me do a proper job of this. It’s a great position for someone who’s organized and community-minded, who likes to support and promote events, groups, and individual writers around Vancouver and the Lower Mainland. It’s highly social, and great exposure. I’d say the job takes four or five hours a week to do properly, since the Lower Mainland is so active and there’s so much to keep track of. Here’s the official posting:

CALL FOR LOWER MAINLAND SUNSHINE COAST REGIONAL REP

The Federation of BC Writers is looking for a member to serve as the LowerMainland/

Sunshine Coast Regional Representative. As a regional representative, your responsibilities

include:

• participating as a member of the Federation board of directors

• helping to organize Federation-sponsored regional events

• representing the Federation at regional literary events

• writing quarterly regional reports for WordWorks magazine and e-newsletters

• communicating regularly with regional members

• acting as a resource for member queries

• maintaining a regional email list

If you’re interested in serving a two-year term for this position, please send an email to

bcwriters at shaw.ca that includes your resume (attached as a Word document) with a succinct cover letter that tells us 1) why you’re interested in the position, 2) how much time you’re able to commit on a monthly basis, 3) a bit about your writing background, and 4) your skills and interests by Friday, July 30. Please put Regional Rep in the subject line.

This is as good a spot as any to mention that this Saturday I’ll be participating in Blogathon, a 24-hour, 48 blog post postathon, to raise money for the Fed. You can sponsor me by selecting “raincoaster.com” from the list of available blogs to sponsor. All the posts will be going up over there. After Blogathon, you just tote up your donation and send the cheque straight to the Fed, which will put it to good use on behalf of British Columbia’s home-grown literary talent.

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3 Day Novel Contest Writer’s Retreat

3 Day Novel Contest Writer's Retreat on Beautiful Bowen Island

From a bright-eyed Friday, September 4th through to a groggy, shaken Tuesday the 8th morning, we’ll be closeting ourselves away in a secluded resort doing nothing but writing. The goal: to create a novel from start to finish in three straight days.

Every year the 3 Day Novel Contest comes around, and every year, something gets in the way. The purpose of this retreat is to ensure that over those three caffeine and stress-packed days, you have nothing else to do but write. And maybe slam some energy drinks.

You can also join this event on Facebook and you can join the Shebeen Club itself there as well.

Host:
Start Time:
Friday, 04 September 2009 at 17:00
End Time:
Tuesday, 08 September 2009 at 11:00
Location:
a resort within an easy ferry ride/drive of Vancouver
Town/City:
Beautiful BC
Phone: 778-235-0592 but email instead, PLEASE
Email:
lorraine.murphy at gmail.com

Reflections on Bowen Island, by Kris Krug

Reflections on Bowen Island, by Kris Krug

Meals, shelter, companionship and isolation as you choose: all are included in the price. We’re still in negotiations, but at this point it looks like the four days (checkout 11am Tuesday) will run us about $800, including your 3 Day Novel Contest registration fee of $50.

There is an absolute maximum of 20 attendees, so express your interest sooner rather than later.

Obviously, we’ve yet to lock all the deets down, so consider this a preliminary announcement and we’ll consider your ATTENDING/MAYBE/NOPE RSVP to be equally tentative until everything is ready for launch. We’ll contact everyone then with the official registration link, where you’ll be able to make your reservation via debit, paypal, or credit card. For now, just drop a comment or email to let us know you’re interested and we’ll keep you informed.

Oh, and by the way, we’re not officially affiliated with the 3 Day Novel Contest, although they have given us their blessing; we’re just big fans who’ve been thinking about doing this for years.

Bowen Bay by KK

Bowen Bay by KK

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BookCamp Vancouver Opens Registration

BookCamp Vancouver

BookCamp Vancouver

BookCamp Vancouver, a collaborative Unconference inspired by BookCamp Toronto, will take place October 16th at SFU Harbour Centre. Registration is open now, and a full day ticket is absolutely free. Given the interest in this, I suggest you sign up sooner rather than later; there’s also a spot on your registration form to pitch a session if you’d like to lead one.

From the BookCamp Vancouver wiki:

BookCamp Vancouver is a user-generated unconference that brings print publishers, educators, community builders and the tech community together – for free! BookCamp Vancouver is an opportunity to explore the present and future of books and book-like technologies. It’s open to anyone interested in the publishing industry and the potential dynamics of the reader/creator/publisher relationship.

Join us for a day of sharing new ideas, radical notions and engaging conversation! We’ll consider the future of the Book as an object; examine its ongoing role as a delivery mechanism for stories, information and entertainment; and examine how publishers can leverage themselves for success in the digital age.

Participants and self-selected guests will choose the agenda for the day, forming breakup groups to discuss and potentially create future book technologies, workflows, and grand schemes. Lend your passion and expertise to Bookcamp Vancouver by volunteering to facilitate a session.

Our plan is for this to be a day of talking and doing – of rolling up the proverbial shirt sleeves and tinkering with the publishing mechanism. We’re inviting authors, typographers, designers, printers, technologists, booksellers, literary agents, publishers and geeks of every stripe to come along and consider if and how technology can transform and perhaps improve on The Book.

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