There's now an auction community to benefit writer Catherynne M. Valente, adoptingcat. This economy has been difficult for everyone, but it's been especially difficult for those in creative lines of work. As you may know, Catherynne M. Valente's (yuki_onna) fiance, justbeast was laid off six months ago. While they have both been working diligently since then, Cat on her writing and D trying to pick up freelance work, the cold hard fact is right now it's not enough.

The profile page tells how you can help. It combines shopping with helping someone, the two best things ever!


Book rec: I just read lisamantchev's YA novel Eyes Like Stars and enjoyed it a lot. It's a fairytale but modern fantasy, set in a magical theater, with a great female protagonist who does not wear black leather and does not fight demons. It was an excellent read.