And We Did It Again! Another Stretch Goal Reached
about 4 years ago – Thu, Feb 06, 2020 at 09:17:36 PM

Hello Awesome Backers:

Once again, I am in awe of you. Thank you for making this happen.

What's the next Stretch Goal you ask? Well, this one is big. Really big. I keep my budget lean and mean, which usually results in me using overseas printers. But not this time if I can help it. If we make the next stretch goal, I will be able to use a printer in North America!! Which means you get your books, way sooner. And I mean way, way, sooner.

(I love mailing out books early.)

As for the book, Troy has turned in his final edits which I will review today and them prep everything for my pre-press guy, Jason. Alejandro turned in two more illustrations for the coloring book, which means he has seven more to go and is on track to be done before the campaign ends. :)

On my journey around Kickstarter,...

I stumbled across a couple of steampunk-themed games you might want to check out. They look very cool and fun.

Niwri's Marvelous Menagerie of the Multiverse

This not another collection of run-of-the-mill zombies, dragons,  tentacle eye monsters, or savage beasts thirsty for an adventurer's  blood. That type of monster manual would be cliche at this point; we  want to provide better for your fantasy worlds than an ordinary monster book.

• These animals are inspired by fantasy and all will be fantastic in some way.
• They will all seem as if they could exist on earth or some alien planet.
• All of the animals will be usable in ANY fantasy role-playing game.

Kickstarter Link:  Niwri's Mangerie

Project Grove | 3D puzzle-platformer

A legendary alchemist and their plucky robot companion questing to save humanity from a deadly disease.

Project Grove is a single-player 3D puzzle-platformer following legendary alchemist Edric and his robot companion L-P1N on  their quest to cure The Great Rot. Navigate dangerous terrain across the  approximately 10-hour-long expedition and experiment with exotic flora to save humanity from a deadly disease. Currently being developed for PC Windows.

Kickstarter Link: http://kck.st/3aRgRPi

Once again, thank you so much for your support.

Best, Madeleine

Did You Say Chocolate? New Reward Tier and Stretch Goal.
about 4 years ago – Tue, Feb 04, 2020 at 08:30:52 PM

Hello Awesome Backers:

Once again, you have me in awe. You are the best backers ever. Thank you. Not only have we reached another stretch goal, but I have a very special new reward tier for you and it's CHOCOLATE!

Designed specifically for Boston Metaphysical Society by Belle Monde Chocolates in Connecticut, I bring you the limited reward tier (10) of 4 pieces of Chocolate Covered Vegan Caramels adorned with edible printed yellow gears. 68% Dark Chocolate (single origin:  Madagascar) Organic & Vegan, coconut cream, fresh vanilla bean and  sea salt. AND a 3 oz. Chocolate Bar of Hard Caramel  Apple which is used as a mosaic throughout this shareable bar with spices  from the Spice Mill (TM), a local Connecticut spice monger.

This tier also includes a sign copy of Ghosts and Demons.

NEW STRETCH GOAL

Our new Stretch Goal are three new bookmarks featuring characters from this story: Duncan, the demon, and Alma.  They will be UV coated so the colors pop.

Let's hit this stretch goal as the one after is huge!

Thank you again. Best, Madeleine

Another Stretch Goal Reached!!
about 4 years ago – Mon, Feb 03, 2020 at 03:44:00 AM

Hello Awesome Backers:

Another Stretch Goal reached. You are all wonderful. Thank you. But, there's more!

We've got another digital comic bundle that I think you'll really enjoy. Remember, everyone who has pledged to a reward $6 and above will receive this bundle once we make the stretch goal.

Be sure to check out the bios on these terrific creators on the Kickstarter Homepage.

I've also got a few more Kickstarters that you might be interested in. First up is:

The Crimebusters

The Crimebusters by Scott Harris-King stars Chuck Chandler and Trixie Trouble, student sleuths who team up to investigate supernatural mysteries in the classic tradition of amateur detective adventure stories like Scooby Doo and Nancy Drew. Sounds family friendly to me. :)

In the first issue,  amateur detectives Chuck Chandler and Trixie Trouble must reluctantly  team up to discover the truth behind the mysterious death of a beloved  professor. Was it suicide... or supernatural?

Kickstarter Link: http://kck.st/2GseV1B

On the other end of the spectrum is:

DEMON BITCH: OFF THE WAGON PANHANDLING TOUR

Picked as a "Project We Love" by Kickstarter, Demon Bitch is foul, offensive, and funny. (I also wrote the foreword.) Christie has a knack for turning the crappy things in her life into something constructive. In this case, possible death. Thus, continues the saga of Demon Bitch. 

Kickstarter Link: http://kck.st/2tb7hpy

So before the weekend ends, be sure to back these Kickstarters. :)

Thank you again for backing the project and don't worry, there is more to come.

Best, Madeleine

Another Stretch Goal Crushed! What's the New One?
over 4 years ago – Fri, Jan 31, 2020 at 05:35:36 PM

Hello Awesome Backers:

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Not only have you crushed the second stretch goal, but we were named a "Project We Love" by Kickstarter!

But on to the good stuff...The next stretch goal is this fantastical print by Rafael Maldonado-Bad Hand of Caitlin, Duncan, and the demon. Rafael is the creator of Pilla, Kaui, and Lakota Playing Cards. He owns an operates Aya Studios with his wife Kristina. Their mission is to to bring untold stories to  the light and to inspire others to become the change we need in our  world.

As you've probably seen, there are some awesome Kickstarters running right now.  Here's a few:

RECOMMENDED KICKSTARTERS

DIARY OF NIGHT

A centuries-old vampire who protects her people and humanity from the worst of each other is stalked by her past.

This is a limited edition softcover. Each book has with an individual, handwritten, 100-word diary entry. Pretty cool, don't you think? And spooky.

Kickstarter Link: http://bit.ly/2vuaPUy

Secrets of Willowmyst

Faeries Alex and Tavin get acquainted as a new threat enters the fray throwing the pair even deeper into The Secrets of Willowmyst! It is a tale of longing friendship, mystery and adventure, and an example to live your life without fear!

Definitely on the lighter side, this comic is really fun and suitable for all ages. 

Kickstarter Link: http://kck.st/36uQPOs

Broke Down and Four Dead Bodies

If you're looking for action and adult crime noir, this is it. 

The story: After years of being on the bottom, Randy and Denver are finally on  their way to being “Made Men”. Someone had other plans and now a simple  drop has them broke down on the side of the road with four dead bodies.

They are almost funded, so hop on board to make sure it happens.

Kickstarter Link: http://kck.st/3aJGIIJ

Thank you again for being so awesome.  More to come.

Best, Madeleine

BOOM! WE ARE FUNDED!! THANK YOU!
over 4 years ago – Fri, Jan 31, 2020 at 07:37:53 AM

Hello Awesome Backers:

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. You are all amazing. We are now 108% funded which means... ON TO THE STRETCH GOALS!

STRETCH GOAL #1 is a fantastic pin-up by Karl Ottersberg of Caitlin and Alma. He is the creative force behind Danger Comics. (You can read more about Karl on the KS homepage.)

Backers who have pledged $10 or more to a physical reward will  receive  this wonderful 8 1/2 x 11 inch print on 10 pt. cardstock gloss.

I would be remiss if I didn't mention a couple of other Kickstarters that are currently live and fully funded that I think you'd be interested in.

RECOMMENDED KICKSTARTERS

Miskatonic High

Welcome back to Miskatonic High, the comic series about the students who  take on the monsters of H.P. Lovecraft and their small-town high  school...they're just not sure which is worse. 

I've been waiting for these guys to finish their six issue run, and they have! So jump on board and get the entire first series like I did.

Kickstarter Link: http://kck.st/2QOASNa

Franklin and Ghost: Still Don't Give A Fox

For those of you who are fans of Franklin and Ghost, the creators have come up with a finale worthy of it's upcoming TV show! Originally intended to be three separate issues, Franklin and Ghost:  Still Don't Give a Fox will be released exclusively through this  campaign as a GIANT compilation! This book will be over 90 PAGES!

Be sure to check out Garrett Gunn's and Nick Touris's tour-de-force and pledge today!

Kickstarter Link: http://kck.st/38kK7fh

All for now. Thank you again and I'll keep updating as we get closer to our next Stretch Goal.

Best, Madeleine