This Item Belongs To...

Suppose you found an item that belonged in a book...what would that be? For this swap, you are invited to send your partner something that might belong to a character in a YA novel!

This might include:

• stakes for vampire slaying
• a pouch of protective runes
• a writing kit for a budding novelist
• weapons for combat of magical creatures
• items of clothing from a favorite outfit
• accessories for an important school dance
• a good selection of specific favorite foods your character likes to eat
• significant (temporary) tattoos
• etc, etc.

Your item should be accompanied by a letter explaining what the item is, who owns it, etc. This can be just be a straightforward, thoughtful letter, or it can also be as imaginative or detailed as you'd like! Remember that part of the idea is to explain why you like the book and maybe to get your partner interested in checking it out, too.

The fine print:

Book items or props are sender's choice, and may be handmade, vintage, thrifted, altered, or purchased, but must show creativity in how they're put together. Handmade or thoughtfully-chosen vintage/thrifted is of course strongly encouraged wherever possible. And although it is sender's choice, it's always nice to check your partner's profile to make sure you're not sending something he/she prefers not to get.

There is no minimum size, dollar amount, or specification for materials, but your item must be significantly related to a book character, well-made, and of good quality. To be clear, this swap should include items similar to those listed above, something the character might have owned or is strongly associated with (not just book-themed bookmarks, etc), so please plan to put some time and thought into making your item or seeking it out. Please feel free to ask any questions if you need clarification.

This should not be an expensive or difficult swap to do...just one that takes some thought and planning. ;) You'll send out one item and one letter and be surprised by a cool item and fun letter yourself!