Queen of Shadows Illustrated Deluxe Hardback

👑 Ready for More? Queen of Shadows Perks Are Here!
over 1 year ago – Fri, Oct 25, 2024 at 01:14:33 PM

Hey, amazing Queen of Shadows backers!

We're down to the final six days of the Queen of Shadows campaign! It's been amazing seeing all the support you've thrown behind this project, and thanks to you, we've unlocked some pretty incredible rewards so far! Since you all wanted both the decorative frontispiece and names in the acknowledgments… well, why not? 

We're making both happen! 

Here's what we've unlocked so far:

The next reward is right around the corner at $8k, and trust me, you're going to love what we're voting on next. We're so close — let's make it happen!

Oh, and if you've been debating on grabbing a deluxe paperback, hardback, or going all in with a book box, now's the time. I've got a Flash Reward for the next 72 hours: A Verse for Witches, Bonded by Secrets, and Out of the Tower are up for grabs if you make a new pledge, upgrade, or hold steady with your book box pledge till the campaign turns into a pumpkin on 10/31. Just a little something extra to keep things fun. 😏

Now is your moment to ascend to the throne, kings and queens... ready to claim your royal Book Box? 👑 

Also, I've just added a metal bookmark with the Crimson Court's symbol. You might recognize it from the Land of Shadows map, so I thought it’d make an awesome Kickstarter Exclusive keepsake. I’m already brainstorming for each court to get their own down the line, because... who doesn’t need a collection of cool metal bookmarks, right? Collector Book Box folks, you’re already getting one, but if anyone else wants to snag one, it’s available as an add-on, too.

And hey, here's a quick update on upgrades. I've been listening to all your questions, comments, and requests. Originally, I had a few upgrade options in mind, but I got in touch with a new printer this week (thanks to a colleague's recommendation), and they might be bringing some of your top requests to life. They've got a setup that fits with our needs, and after checking out their work, let's just say I'm practically drooling. I'm pretty sure you'll feel the same once you see what's in store. I can't wait to share more!

What upgrade is at the top of your list? Drop your ideas in the comments!

As always, I'm grateful for each of you. Your support, enthusiasm, and all the excitement you bring to the campaign. Thanks for making this project one to remember. You're the best!

Cheers,

AC James

P.S. Here's a few other campaigns I've been eyeing up lately… no agenda. They're just cool:

🎉 You Voted, We Delivered. See the Results Now!
over 1 year ago – Tue, Oct 22, 2024 at 08:16:27 AM

Hey, amazing Queen of Shadows backers!

The votes are in, and it looks like we're going to have a gorgeous decorative frontispiece in Queen of Shadows! I can't wait to see how it turns out and share it with you all. I'm already jumping up and down like a little kid with excitement! 

Now, here's the fun part—let’s take a look at what we've unlocked so far! Whether you've snagged a hardback or the full-blown book box experience, the stretch rewards are for everyone to enjoy, and for those who got the book boxes… you’re getting a little extra. 🎉 

I’ve got even more stuff lined up for you to vote on when we hit the next stretch reward. Any guesses on what it could be? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let me know some of your favorite stretch rewards.

Also, a huge thank you for sharing Queen of Shadows! Watching the campaign grow, and all the new stretch rewards we unlock has been so much fun! 

Speaking of upgrades, I've got some fantastic news! I've been chatting with a new printer (thanks to a referral from another author friend), and we might have even more awesome upgrades heading your way. So stay tuned because things are about to get even cooler!

And with Halloween just around the corner (my absolute favorite holiday, hands down), and the end of our Kickstarter campaign approaching, the excitement is palpable. This Halloween, I'm going all out. This Kickstarter ends on Halloween, so I'll be dressed up. Any guesses on my costume this year? That's right. I'm going as a dark fairy! I'll be hanging out on Discord in the afternoon, so stop by and say "hi!" 

If you haven't joined the server yet, what are you waiting for? Here's your invite: https://discord.com/invite/sJaPvrW4Mv

And what about you? What are your plans for this Halloween? I'd love to hear about your costumes and celebrations!

Cheers!

AC James

P.S. I've got some wicked cool campaigns to share with you all. You won't want to miss these! Check them out:

🔥 We Just Hit $7K—Now It’s Time for YOU to Choose the Next Reward!
over 1 year ago – Sun, Oct 20, 2024 at 12:48:13 PM

Hey, amazing Queen of Shadows backers!

We Did It! We Just Hit $7K! 🎉

First off, a huge thank you to every single one of you for backing Queen of Shadows! We've unlocked another stretch reward, and I need your help choosing what comes next. It's time to vote!

The options are...

1. Backer Names Printed in the Acknowledgements: Immortalize your name in the book itself!
   or
2. Decorative Frontispiece: A stunning crest before the title page to start the book in style.

Vote in the comments, and let me know which one you prefer! 🗳️

Also, I'm thrilled to announce that the Beyond The Veil Collector Box is officially SOLD OUT! I can't wait to see the unique characters you'll create for the story. The creative energy in this campaign has been incredible, and I love seeing you all get involved!

Lastly, I had to restart my Instagram and Facebook (thanks, FB 😑), so here's where you can follow me now:

• Facebook Friend - This is where I tend to hang out, and it's likely the first place you'll get to see sneak peeks or pictures of my cat. https://www.facebook.com/ac.james.9/
• Facebook Page (New) -I talk about books, writing, and share books I'm reading now on my fan page. https://www.facebook.com/acjamesauthor/
• Discord - This is where I'm trying to get the nerdiest of nerds amongst you to follow me because I genuinely like Discord more than other platforms. Why? No ads. I also play D&D here when I have time. Picked that hobby back up in 2020. https://discord.gg/sJaPvrW4Mv
• Instagram (New) - This is where I post pretty photos because I enjoy shiny new books. https://www.instagram.com/acjamesauthor/
• TikTok -This is where I post teaser videos of what I'm working on, usually in a second-person POV that puts you in the story. https://www.tiktok.com/@acjamesauthor
• Twitter/X/Whatever They're Calling It This Week 🤷‍♀️ - All about books, publishing, and the occasional rant. https://x.com/ACJamesauthor
• YouTube: Free audiobooks (sans the spicy stuff) are coming soon on my channel. https://www.youtube.com/@ACJames

Pick your favorite platforms to follow me and find out about new releases, be social, or just say "hi." 

Thank you for being such an important part of this project!

AC James

P.S. Here are some other cool campaigns:

You Voted: Here’s What YOU Chose for Queen of Shadows! 🖤
over 1 year ago – Sat, Oct 19, 2024 at 09:42:25 AM

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Vote Now: Which Ribbon Will Make the Cut?
over 1 year ago – Thu, Oct 17, 2024 at 09:08:26 AM

Hey, fabulous backers,

BIG news! If you haven't caught the latest, you should've seen an update in your inbox this morning or yesterday. We've got some killer community rewards lined up as the campaign grows, and you all get to help shape them! Each of you has your own unique referral link to help bring more readers into the magic. Whether you guide them to the dark side, keep them morally grey, or bring them into the light—it's all good! 😉

Share with your friends, and let's unlock some seriously awesome rewards together. The best part? You get to vote on them and help shape the campaign!

So here's what we've got cooking:

🔥 Community Reward at $10K: Every backer will unlock a bonus chapter from the next book, Queen of Flesh and Bone. Felicity's feisty bestie takes the spotlight, featuring some curvy plus-size rep with exclusive cover model photos you won't see anywhere else. 😍

🔥 $15K Community Reward: A digital, printable glossary with fae terminology and world-building lore for you to nerd out over. Perfect for anyone who loves getting into the extra details. Big shout-out to my beta readers who helped craft the story bible that made this reward possible!

🔥 Sharing for Book Sleeves: I'm doing something fun for this one, and it's exclusive to our collector book boxes. If you're backing any of the Book Box tiers (Queen, King, or Beyond the Veil), sharing the campaign with your unique Kickstarter referral link will earn you a book sleeve added to your box. Just make sure you use your unique link so we can track it. You'll find it in your personal email from me!

Backers who help spread the word by sharing your referral link can earn exclusive goodies or upgrades, with special recognition for those who bring in the most book-loving friends. This reward applies to backers at any level! It's my way of saying thanks, and it's all about helping grow our amazing community!

🔥 $20K Goal: A new short story set in this world for all backers as a digital download.

🔥 $25K Goal: We'll upgrade the hardcovers to include a printed glossary and extra world-building content. I'm saving this for a higher tier because this book's already THICK, and more pages mean higher print costs!

But that's not all… because we just hit $6K, we're adding ribbon bookmarks to the hardbacks! Now it's up to YOU to decide the color. Check out the voting below and have your say:

Do you prefer Black or White? 

Let me know in the comments which one you love! Remember, the more you vote and share, the more Kickstarter promotes Queen of Shadows to other readers, helping us unlock even more cool stuff. Here's what we've unlocked so far:

Thanks again for being incredible! Every share, vote, and pledge makes this community even more amazing.

Cheers,

AC James

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