Signed copies of my poetry collection, These Gossamer Recollections, will be available for direct purchase through a kickstarter campaign this fall.

Go to the Kickstarter About the Kickstarter

It all began when I set myself the challenge to write 30 poems in 30 days. And through that challenge I found something I never expected. I found a way to explore my emotions, unlock mysteries within myself, and unravel my deepest fears. I found a place where I could be myself; be the person I already am, and discover the person I want to become.

In 2020, I wrote 30 poems in the month of April, as a way to celebrate National Poetry Month. I loved it so much that I did it again in 2021. Then again in 2022 and 2023. And now I know I will never stop writing poetry.

I’m so excited to share this poetry with you and connect more meaningfully with my readers. That’s why I’m doing this Kickstarter campaign. I want to get to know you all better and share this truly personal project with you.

Here’s some of what’s available through the Kickstarter:These Gossamer Recollections eBook, audiobook (narrated by me!) and signed paperbackseBook copies of all my books so far (The Relics of Illayan, The Warrior Queen, The Age of Resonance, and These Gossamer Recollections)Signed Paperbacks of all my books so far (The Relics of Illayan, The Warrior Queen, The Age of Resonance, and These Gossamer Recollections)Signed Hardcovers of the Quiescence Trilogy (The Relics of Illayan, The Warrior Queen, The Age of Resonance)Exclusive stickers and bookmarksCustom Poems – written just for you!A One-of-a-kind Annotated Paperback of These Gossamer RecollectionsWhen is it?

October 15 to November 15, 2024

What is a Kickstarter campaign?

Kickstarter is a way of funding creative projects. It allows me to sell my books directly to you lovely readers without having to use a third-party distributer.

It’s a bit like fundraising. I’ve set a campaign goal and I’m asking you to make pledges to help me meet that goal. The big difference is that you all get awesome products in return for your pledges. So, it’s not a donation. It’s a purchase of a product. I set $400 as my funding goal, and Kickstarter is all-or-nothing. If I don’t reach the $400 goal, nobody gets charged and nothing happens. If I meet the $400 goal then I receive the money, and everybody gets the rewards they pledged. If I get more than $400, then we can start unlocking the Stretch Goals—these are bonus rewards to thank everyone for their support.

How do I participate?

It depends on two things. How much money do you want to spend, and what products do you want? The lowest cost tier is the eBook copy of the book. It’s only $10. The highest cost tier is all four of my books in eBook and paperback, plus the audiobook of These Gossamer Recollections. This Tier is $130.

Then there are lots of cool little add-ons if you want something extra. Stickers, Custom Poems, Bookmarks, Signed Hardcover copies of The Quiescence Trilogy, and more!

If you want to support me but you’re not really interested in the poetry book, there’s an option for that too! You can just pledge without requesting a reward.

Is the Kickstarter the Only Way to Buy the Book?

Nope. Kickstarter is not the only place you can buy the book. The ebook and paperback will go on sale at all retailers in December 2024, and the audiobook will follow shortly thereafter.

However, the Kickstarter is the only way to get signed copies, and other special limited edition items. It’s also the best way to buy the book if you want me to get the highest percentage of the money. When I sell through places like Amazon, Indigo, Apple, Kobo etc., they take a significant portion of the sale, and I make much less money.

I’m also using the Kickstarter to connect more with all of you wonderful readers and supporters. So you can expect a personal touch on your purchase if you go through the campaign.