Kindling
A$2,720
of $1,800 targetyrs ago
Successful on 9th Oct 2014 at 11:06PM.
Writer's Edit: The Online Literary Magazine was launched nearly a year ago with the intention of publishing books. We wanted to become a small press. While we love our digital home and all of our incredible content, we missed books! Who doesn't, right?
It brings us great joy to tell you that in just a few short months, Writer’s Edit will be publishing its first book: Kindling. Kindling is a collection of short stories, poetry and essays from emerging writers all over Australia, and indeed, the world.
It brings us great joy to tell you that in just a few short months, Writer’s Edit will be publishing its first book: Kindling. Kindling is a collection of short stories, poetry and essays from emerging writers all over Australia, and indeed, the world.
Our Rewards and Supporters
Check out our rewards on the right side of the page! We've got some incredible stuff on offer: from copies of Kindling, subscriptions to literary magazines and books, to manuscript assessments and author platform building (all integral to learning and improving yourself as a writer).
We've been lucky enough to gain the support of some of the best names in the business already. They've been generous enough to provide us with book packs and prizes to reward those kind individuals who've chosen to contribute to our cause.
Meanjin
Penguin
Kill Your Darlings
Griffith REVIEW
South Coast Writers Centre
NSW Writers Centre
Fremantle Press
We've been lucky enough to gain the support of some of the best names in the business already. They've been generous enough to provide us with book packs and prizes to reward those kind individuals who've chosen to contribute to our cause.
Meanjin
Penguin
Kill Your Darlings
Griffith REVIEW
South Coast Writers Centre
NSW Writers Centre
Fremantle Press
How else can you support Kindling?
If you've supported us by contributing to our Pozible campaign - fantastic! We couldn't be more grateful :) If you're looking for other ways to bring our vision to life, try these:
- Like us on Facebook/Follow us on Twitter/Instagram/Pinterest/Google %20/Tumblr
- Share our Pozible campaign with as many people as you can, and encourage them to contribute!
- Tell your friends and family about us!
- Visit Writer's Edit and tell us what you think.
- Send us good vibes and good luck with the rest of the campaign :)
- Like us on Facebook/Follow us on Twitter/Instagram/Pinterest/Google %20/Tumblr
- Share our Pozible campaign with as many people as you can, and encourage them to contribute!
- Tell your friends and family about us!
- Visit Writer's Edit and tell us what you think.
- Send us good vibes and good luck with the rest of the campaign :)
Stretch Goals!
Firstly, a HUGE thank you to everyone who has pledged so far! Your support has been overwhelming, and we couldn't be more thrilled with meeting our target so soon!
NOW, we've added some STRETCH GOALS to strive for, so keep those shares coming!
If we reach $2,500:
- Everyone who has pledged $30 and up will receive a digital copy of 'Kindling'.
- ALL pledgers will be invited to the launch party!l
- ALL pledgers will go into a draw to win an incredible prize package - including
-- A copy of 'Here Come the Dogs' (Penguin)
-- A print copy of 'Kindling'
-- A subscription to a literary magazine
-- An additional invite to our exclusive launch party (consider this a plus one!).
If we reach $3,000:
- ALL pledgers will receive a digital copy of 'Kindling'
- ALL those with a launch party invite can bring a friend!
NOW, we've added some STRETCH GOALS to strive for, so keep those shares coming!
If we reach $2,500:
- Everyone who has pledged $30 and up will receive a digital copy of 'Kindling'.
- ALL pledgers will be invited to the launch party!l
- ALL pledgers will go into a draw to win an incredible prize package - including
-- A copy of 'Here Come the Dogs' (Penguin)
-- A print copy of 'Kindling'
-- A subscription to a literary magazine
-- An additional invite to our exclusive launch party (consider this a plus one!).
If we reach $3,000:
- ALL pledgers will receive a digital copy of 'Kindling'
- ALL those with a launch party invite can bring a friend!
How The Funds Will Be Used
Want to know what we know so far? Kindling is going to look incredible. In fact, a glorious cover is being finalised as you read this. Think matte finish, a trim size of 5.25 x 8" and delicious cream paper... Now that's what we call a book! If you're into digital reads - we've got that on the menu too.
But how are we going to get there? If we're successful, our Pozible Funding will be put towards:
THE BOOK:
Interior Formatting/Cover Design: $300
ISBNs, 2 Barcodes, E-book Conversion + Ebook Distribution: $200
Proof copies + Shipping (5 copies): $44.19
Author copies + Shipping: $166.24
Copies to be sold at launch + Shipping (40 copies): $259.99
Website costs (hosting/domain/other): $150
Marketing: $150
Total: $1270.42
THE LAUNCH:
Venue hire: $500
Sound equipment (eg. microphone/speakers): $50
Food (nibblies/platters): $200
Drink (beer/wine): $300
Gift bags:$200
Transportation (for food/drink/gift bags/equipment): $100
Photography: $100
Total: $1,450.00
Other: Pozible fee
You may come to realise that all this adds up to over $2,000 rather than our listed target of $1,800... Well, as you know, Pozible is an all-or-nothing model, and we're trying to play it safe!
But how are we going to get there? If we're successful, our Pozible Funding will be put towards:
THE BOOK:
Interior Formatting/Cover Design: $300
ISBNs, 2 Barcodes, E-book Conversion + Ebook Distribution: $200
Proof copies + Shipping (5 copies): $44.19
Author copies + Shipping: $166.24
Copies to be sold at launch + Shipping (40 copies): $259.99
Website costs (hosting/domain/other): $150
Marketing: $150
Total: $1270.42
THE LAUNCH:
Venue hire: $500
Sound equipment (eg. microphone/speakers): $50
Food (nibblies/platters): $200
Drink (beer/wine): $300
Gift bags:$200
Transportation (for food/drink/gift bags/equipment): $100
Photography: $100
Total: $1,450.00
Other: Pozible fee
You may come to realise that all this adds up to over $2,000 rather than our listed target of $1,800... Well, as you know, Pozible is an all-or-nothing model, and we're trying to play it safe!
The Challenges
Besides achieving our funding target (definitely a massive challenge), there are a number of challenges associated with publishing any book:
- Sticking to schedule
- Running into complications during the print process
- Unforeseen issues with the venue
- Gaining exposure for our newly launched book
- Getting copies sent out to all the corners of the globe
- Sticking to schedule
- Running into complications during the print process
- Unforeseen issues with the venue
- Gaining exposure for our newly launched book
- Getting copies sent out to all the corners of the globe
Virtual Love
You'll receive a social media shout-out, and our eternal gratitude!
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Est. delivery is Nov 14
Kindling Digital Copy
Receive a digital copy of Kindling, a social media thank you shout-out and a listing on our website's thank you page (as well as a link to your website if you have one).
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Est. delivery is Nov 14
Kindling & Then Some
You'll receive: a listing on the Writer's Edit thank you page, a listing in the acknowledgements in the book and of course, a shiny new print copy of Kindling.
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Est. delivery is Nov 14
You're a Favourite
Wow. It's a pretty amazing thing you're doing here. What can we do to thank you? You'll receive: - A listing on the website's thank you page. - Named in the acknowledgements in print - A copy of Kindling - An invite to our Sydney launch party - A chance to win some of our amazing prize packages at the launch (these include book packs from Fremantle Press and Penguin). *Sydney only event - no flights/accommodation paid for. Launch penciled in for 29th of November 2014 - subject to change*
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Est. delivery is Nov 14
You're Amazing. Friends?
Your support means the absolute world to us. You're making dreams come true. Honestly. For a $100 contribution, you'll receive: - A listing on our website's thank you page. - A listing in our acknowledgements in Kindling. - A copy of Kindling. - An invite to the launch party (Sydney only). - A chance to win some amazing prizes at the launch. - One year membership to the South Coast Writers Centre or one year membership to NSW Writers' Centre (chosen at random). *Event conditions as above*
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Est. delivery is Nov 14
You're a legend. Really.
Your support means the absolute world to us. You're blowing us away right now. For a $150 contribution, you'll receive: - A listing on our website's thank you page. - A listing in our acknowledgements in Kindling. - A copy of Kindling. - An invite to the launch party (Sydney only). - A chance to win some amazing prizes at the launch. - A one year subscription to one of the following literary journals: Meanjin, Kill Your Darlings or Griffith REVIEW (at random). *Event conditions as above*
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Est. delivery is Nov 14
Friends for Life
We're not even kidding - friends for life? Please? What can we do to say thanks? How's this: - A listing on our Ambassadors page & in our acknowledgements in Kindling. - A copy of Kindling. - An invite to the launch party (Sydney only). - A chance to win some amazing prizes at the launch. - A poem or short story of yours edited by one of our professional editors. - One copy of 'Here Come the Dogs' by Omar Musa (courtesy of Penguin). (ships to Australia only) *Event conditions as above*
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Est. delivery is Nov 14
The Works
For the miracle of all contributions you'll receive: - A listing on our website's thank you page and in the acknowledgements. - A shiny new copy of Kindling direct to your door. - An invite to the launch party (and a chance to win some great prizes). AND a choice between: A manuscript assessment (up to 50,000 words) OR The creation of an author platform (writer's website) from the developers behind Writer's Edit. (both valued at over $500) *Event conditions as above*
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Est. delivery is Dec 14