A Thousand Li: The First Step - Deluxe Collector's Edition

Up Next: Stretch Goal #6
7 months ago – Tue, Apr 30, 2024 at 08:00:48 AM

We just passed stretch goal #5!

Every deluxe edition copy will now have a ribbon bookmark, an extra character illustration, a paper upgrade, an extra scene illustration AND a faux-leather case thanks to everyone who’s supported the campaign so far.

Are you ready for stretch goal #6?

* drum roll *

If we can reach stretch goal #6, we'll upgrade one scene illustration to full color!

The Kickstarter ends this Friday at 4PM EDT, so make sure to share it far and wide so we can reach this next goal.

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Week 2 Wrap-Up: Thank You for Your Support
7 months ago – Fri, Apr 26, 2024 at 01:00:18 PM

We've reached the end of an incredible Week 2 for our Deluxe Collector's Edition Kickstarter campaign, and we couldn't be more grateful for your unwavering support. Thanks to you, we've unlocked four stretch goals and brought this project one step closer to reality.

The Kickstarter ends next Friday at 4pm! This is our final push, and every pledge, share, and word of encouragement makes a significant difference. 

Let's make these last few days count as we aim to achieve our remaining goals together.

As a little weekend treat, did you know we order a couple proof copies for ourselves and some influencers? Take a peek at a real copy of the A Thousand Li: The First Step Deluxe Collector's Edition:

If you want a more in-depth look, check out Andrew's Wizardly Reads's video: 

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Onto Stretch Goal #5
7 months ago – Wed, Apr 24, 2024 at 12:47:06 PM

We just passed stretch goal #4!

Every deluxe edition copy will now have a ribbon bookmark, an extra character illustration, a paper upgrade AND an extra scene illustration thanks to everyone who’s supported the campaign so far.

Are you ready for stretch goal #5?

* drum roll *

If we can reach the next stretch goal, all the interior hardcases will be upgraded from satin silk to a green faux-leather!

We've also dropped the final two stretch goals in the campaign text if you want to see what else we have planned...

Share the Kickstarter with your friends and on social media so we can crush this goal!

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Scene Art Reveal: Wu Ying & Tou He at the Sect
7 months ago – Tue, Apr 23, 2024 at 09:51:42 AM

Happy Tuesday!

It's been a week since we launched the Deluxe Collector's Edition Kickstarter and we're getting closer and closer to hitting stretch goal #4!

If we do reach the goal, we'll be adding color to an interior scene illustration.

While 3 of the scene illustrations were revealed in the campaign, here's a look at one you haven't seen before, of Wu Ying and Tou He enjoying a meal in the sect...

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It's time for Stretch Goal #4
7 months ago – Fri, Apr 19, 2024 at 09:59:21 AM

We just hit out third stretch goal!

Every deluxe edition copy will now have a ribbon bookmark, a extra character illustration and a paper upgrade thanks to everyone who’s supported the campaign so far.

Are you ready for stretch goal #4?

* drum roll *

We're commissioning another scene illustration!

Our amazing artist Daxiong will create another gorgeous illustration of a scene in the book, voted on by the backers!

To help us reach the next goal, make sure to share our Kickstarter with your friends or fellow readers online.

-Tao & Team

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