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Patrons pledging $30 or more will have their name listed in the book and also receive a signed Fracture of the Universal Boy print.
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Patrons pledging $125 or more will have their name listed in the book and receive an advance reading copy of Fracture of the Universal Boy, signed by Michael Zulli. That’s right, you can read the book long before it comes out!
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Patrons pledging $500 or more will have their name listed in the book and receive a copy of the Limited Edition of Fracture of the Universal Boy. This unique volume in an edition of 50 is hand bound in red velvet with hand-stamped covers and a tipped-in print signed and numbered by Michael Zulli himself. The five prototype copies of this which debuted last year at San Diego Comic-Con sold out in about five minutes.
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Patrons pledging $2500 or more will have their generosity rewarded with Michael creating a private commission of ANYTHING of your choosing. In Michael’s words: “To get this published, I’ll even draw Batman!” As above, you’ll also have your name listed in the book as the most generous of contributors.
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Eidolon Fine Arts is pleased to represent Michael Zulli. Best known for his legendary work on the best-selling and award-winning graphic novel collaboration with Neil Gaiman—The Sandman—Michael’s hallmark style is characterized by detailed realism and the delicate touch of a master painter. Michael has been nominated for multiple Eisner, Harvey and Eagle awards.
Soon, yet another month gone by and still no sign of the book, or even a reply (public or private) from Eidolon for that matter.
Am I the only one still waiting for the standard edition book?
I live in Sweden and I'm still waiting for my standard edition book. Tracking info would be appreciated. Thanks.
Hello Peter,
Your book was dispatched January 10, tracking info: LJ908859585US
Please give it another couple weeks, and if it still hasn't arrived ( I know that for whatever obscure and unfathomable reasons, some of these have literally taken 4 months to get where they are going) let me know.
Thanks!
-Ryan
Thanks for the update! I'm looking forward to to the book...
Have all the books been sent out to the UK yet?
I had misunderstood and thought that the Limited Edition had also been shipped out, but Update #22 clearly explains that is not the case.
I'll continue to wait impatiently ;)
Thank you for the heads-up!
Is there any way to track the book? Still to arrive to my address in New Zealand.
I forgot to mention that I live in Sweden.
@EFA
I have still not received my book ($500 pledge) should I start to get worried?
Just got my copy in the mail today, haven't read it yet, but I skimmed the pages and it looks absolutely gorgeus. Worth the wait just for the art alone.
@Stephen I've just received my copy (attempted delivery yesterday, picked up from the postal depot this morning) and I'm in the UK, first name beginning with V, so further down the postal list than you. It's a lovely looking book.
Anyone with a first name beginning with S received their copy in the UK yet?
Wohoo, mine arrived :) Happy bunny!
I have already received and devoured my book. Although I was not familiar with the work of Mr. Zulli I decided to be a Backer in this project and indeed I am very proud of it. I have read some reviews of the book and I agree it can be confusing...but I have really enjoyed the concept and I can relate well to some parts. It contains great ideas that make you think and interpret, also according to your experience in life. By the way, I was watching the film "The tree of life" the other day and I found some scenes that remind me of Fracture. Have that happened to anyone as well?
Is there a way to check whether my book has been sent? I don't mind waiting (well....:)) but it's impossible to know if the delay is because it hasn't been sent yet, or if something has gone amiss in transit....
Thanks!
My copy arrived 2 days ago (to the UK) It's so beautiful!
Have all the books been sent now? I'm an H and in the UK should I start getting worried about my book?
The book arrived yesterday in my post office in Italy. Wonderful object!
Thanks again for your effort and the hard work.
I picked my copy up from the post office today (UK). Gorgeous book, looking forward to reading it! Thank you! I would definitely back another project like this - totally didn't understand the logistics of it all and the last update really opened my eyes and made me realise I was being an ungrateful moaner.
Thanks very much for the update. I've sent a direct message with a change of address; would greatly appreciate if you can confirm you've received this and that there aren't any problems with this. Thanks for all your hard work. Very much looking forward to receiving my copy.
Sam.
I recived my book and it is beautiful.
Thank you for your hard work.
Catherine.
Got my book in Canada today! What a beautiful book! So glad I participated in this, my first Kickstarter endeavour! I didn't mind the wait at all as I already have a stack of graphic novels to read, but this wonderful book just made it right to the top of the pile!! Here's hoping Michael didn't get soured on this type of funded publishing and has more stories for me to help bring to life! Thanks again!
Joel
Got mine today! What a beautiful edition! Congrats to all involved, especially Mike and Ryan, obviously!
Just got the book, it's a gorgeous looking piece. Thanks Michael for all the work and props to Ryan on his efforts.
Thanks for your effort and for the update! I'll wait patiently in Rome for the book.
Thanks for the update Ryan. I guess my package is still to be sent - sometimes having a name starting with 'V' can be a disadvantage! But that's a relief, rather than worrying it's lost in the post.
Thanks Michael, very glad that you like it! We worked very hard to make the production values amazing, and we're very happy that you agree!
Ryan the shipping may have taken a bit longer than expected but I must say for the quality of the book I'm more than happy to have waited that bit longer! All the best for your future publishing efforts. If they are anything like this one you will do well! And for anyone that hasn't received the book it is definitely worth the wait!
I'm in the UK and still awaiting my book. It would be great to hear how you're getting on. Is there a particular order to the shipping? Is it done by country, backer type, phases of the moon?
Received mine yesterday (In Ireland) - absolutely delighted!
http://deesaturate.blogspot.com/2012/01/what-im-reading-today.html
Haven't received mine in Mexico, should I begin to worry now?
Ah Gary, such a charmer you are!
Your book was posted on Tuesday, and you were sent an e-mail notifying you of such.
Thanks for your patience!
Still not got mine, and have emailed Mr Zulli twice and no response to my email. To say I'm getting pissed off would be correct. And no responses to those emails.
I have not yet received my book, but I just changed houses, how can I change the address that you send the book to?
Mine arrived today (in London): it is utterly wonderful, though sadly it had been dropped, and because the packaging inside was not sturdy enough, the corner of the book got badly dinged as well as the corner of the box... you might want to add a bit more bubble wrap if you can!
Mine arrived Friday, thank you! It's gorgeous.
Hi all, book shipping is currently in overdrive mode for the remaining internationals. Over 50 books were dispatched in the past week, and I expect to keep moving at the same pace or faster until it is all done! As always, I thank you for your tremendous patience.
Are the books still being shipped? I'm in Australia and haven't got mine yet, but I noticed someone else from Australia mentioned that they have... just wondering because I was really looking forward to this book and I'm still hoping I might get it soon...
Haven't got mine yet, so I'm hoping books are still being shipped.
Hello guys, I wrote a review about Fracture of the Universal Boy in my blog. It'd be great if you read it and leave me a comment, and it'd be even greater if you pass the link around:
http://artbyarion.blogspot.com/2012/01/fracture-of-universal-boy-michael-zulli.html
Thanks!
Neil Gaiman tweeted this
neilhimself: RT @MistahPhil: having a hard time finding Michael Zulli's Fracture of the Universal Boy? Now available from http://t.co/bQDHPcJG
Having a hard time waiting !
BTW @Melanie Jordan waiting in West Lancs. UK.
Happy New Year !!!!
oh, still no book...
Still haven't received mine in eastern Canada. Anyone else?
Are there other people in the UK who haven't received yet?
Received my copy in Australia before Christmas!!! Beautiful book! Thanks!
I just received the book in Saskatchewan. It sure isn't the average graphic novel. I can imagine it wasn't easy to draw, produce, and distribute it. Thanks for putting in all the effort.
received mine in Spain, just in time for Christmas. Beautiful work...
Received my copy today excellent work
Mine has just arrived and it is absolutely gorgeous. Like other commenters in the UK I feel horribly guilty about the amount that shipping cost which ate up most of what I pledged :-(
Still waiting for mine to reach the UK too