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No specific reward, but thank you!
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41 backers
My eternal gratitude and your name added to my mailing list where you can track progress on the book and read occasional items of interest.
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Everything in the one above, plus a PDF copy of the book when completed
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Everything above, plus an autographed, hard copy of the book when completed
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46 backers
Everything above, plus 2 autographed copies of the book with a personal message; OR -- 1 autographed copy, plus an autographed DVD of selected audio/video talks by Terence and Dennis McKenna.
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17 backers Limited (33 of 50 left)
This is a new incentive at the $90 level, thanks to friends Richard Meech, creator of the incredible documentary Vine of the Souls, and Mitch Schultz,creator of another incredible documentary DMT: The Spirit Molecule, already known to many in our community. Thanks to their support, I can now offer up to 50 backers a dual set of both DVDs, autographed by the creators, and me (I am a talking head in both films). These are one of a kind documentaries on the topics of ayahuasca and DMT, respectively. And, an added benefit of opting for this incentive: immediate gratification! You won't have to wait for the book to be finishes to collect your reward; these DVDs can go out within a week (or so) of the end of the pledge period.
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13 backers Limited (12 of 25 left)
All incentives offered at the $35 and lower levels, including one autographed hard copy of the book. In addition, backers at this level will receive an autographed copy of Journey Through the Spheres, a CD of Terence's talks interspersed with musical pieces. This CD was lovingly put together to honor Terence's passing by the Novelty Group. There are only 25 copies in existence. One of them can be yours in return for a $90 pledge.
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Backers at this level will receive everything included in the $100 level, plus a free pass to the EvolverIntensives.com webinar series, coming up in June and July. There are only 10 passes available at this incentive level.
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5 backers
All items above, plus an advance peek at one of the chapters (PDF).
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Backers at this level will receive everything promised at the $500 level, plus a copy of a limited edition poster of the iconic photograph that has been posted as the 'theme' for this Kickstarter project, namely Terry and Denny gazing into the abyss. I intend to make a number of high-resolution copies of this image; 30 of them will be offered as incentives at this new level.
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All items above, plus a two-hour Skype video conference call with the donor and a selected group of friends.
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2 backers Limited (8 of 10 left)
At some point soon after the book is complete I intend to create an audiobook version of the book, that will be read in my voice. Backers who choose this level will receive everything promised at the lower levels (except for those that are limited), an iconic poster, a PDF of the chapter, and a copy of the audio book at least six months in advance of its release to the open market. This incentive is limited to the first 10 backers who choose it.
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There's a new incentive at the $2500 level that is kind of unique. For one thing, it's an auction, available to only one backer. Please consult update #15 for details about this incentive
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After the book is complete, I will travel to your city and present a one-day workshop to the patron and a selected group of friends (I will request an additional contribution to cover 50% of airfare and accommodation expenses). This reward level will also include 2 autographed hard cover copies of the book, or one autographed copy + one autographed DVD collection as you prefer.
Pledge $5,000 or more
1 backer All gone!
This is another unique item that I'm auctioning to the highest bidder, starting at the incentive level of $5000. When Terence & I first wrote the Invisible Landscape, several years before it was published, we gave it another name: Shamanic Investigations. There are only four copies of this book in existence. I own two of them. I will give an autographed copy of one of them to the highest bidder, starting at a minimum bid of $5000. This incentive is available to only one backer. Please consult update #15 for details about this incentive
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Show older commentsCreator Dennis McKenna on April 28
My friend Oliver Hockenhull has just launched a new Kickstarter Campaign to support final editing and distribution of his excellent documentary, Neurons to Nirvana. I saw the current pre-final edit version at the Psychedelic Science 2013 conference in Oakland last week, and it was excellent. Please support this project if you can, it gets the word out about these incredible compounds in a very educational and entertaining way.
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1055048000/neurons-to-nirvana-understanding-psychedelic-medic-0…
Creator Jaron Azaria on March 6
Hi, I have received one book (thanks!), but opted for two. Can someone contact me about this? I have send David an email about this and send a message through http://brotherhoodofthescreamingabyss.com/ both to no avail.
Creator Stefan Engström on February 27
Books recieved!
Awesome work done and kharma duly delivered!
Thank you so very much Dennis!
Creator Daniel Ørsted on February 22
Received the book yesterday, thanks a lot! looking forward to reading it.
Creator Michael Wiberg on February 22
Hi Dennis,
Thanks for getting back at me! I recieved my books today so now im very happy to start reading, I suffer from chronic cluster headaches so I can not stare into an ipad for to long. All the best to you in your future endeavors Dennis! Let us know if you need backers for any other project!
Creator Pieter Lemmens on February 22
Hi Michael and Dennis
I'm from the Netherlands and my copy arrived today, after a long wait. But man was it worth it! The book is huge, hefty, beautiful, and feels great in your hands. Autographed on 12/12/12! A real treat.Thanks a lot Dennis! You and your deceased brother Terence, and all your ideas and revelations, have been very enriching and encouraging to me. And this is really a culmination. Chapeau!
Pieter
Creator Dennis McKenna on February 20
Hi MIchael,
Last weekend I got a bunch of books shipped to foreign addresses, and yours was one of them. Your book should be showing up any day now. Thanks for letting me know
Creator Michael Wiberg on February 19
Still no books recieved here in Denmark, have they all been sent out?
Creator nate on January 28
Im in the same boat as Stephen. I originally registered, got the e-book, which said my name was "Tom NoLastName" then re-registered on the new BSA site. But the hard copy has yet to show up. Im from the Vancouver, B.C. area as well.
Great work on the book Dennis! Im almost finished it, but I had to put it down so I can read the physical book when it gets here.
Creator Stephen Gray on January 23
Hi. I haven't received my paper copy of the book yet. I'm not worried about it but the latest update indicated that most of the ones not sent are because people didn't register. I did register and I have received the electronic version of the book so I just wanted to make sure the delay is not a result of not having me recorded properly. At one point they had my first name wrongly listed as Dustin. The name is Stephen Gray, although I used the username Stephen Gray Keary. I'm in Vancouver BC. Could someone please let me know that you have my contact and mailing information correct?
Creator chris whitecloud on January 23
I have not received my copy of the book. What happened?
Rhea Hope/Chris Whitecloud
Creator W Paul Blakey on January 23
In regard to ordering the hard copy from Canada, all you have to do is go to Amazon.com rather than Amazon.ca and you will be able to order your copy. Given the worth of the Canadian dollar at the moment this actually works in your favour.
W Paul Blakey
Creator David Gaian on December 23
David Gaian
Dearest BSA Project Backer Community,
Seems by all the spirited, plucky, and fun comments coming into our BSA sites and Support messages from this beloved peanut gallery that most of our tribe is weathering December's (subtle) singularity in good shape.
Just piping up her this AM to offer a little point of clarification around Dennis' use of term "log-in" in his recent announcement and invitation for all supporters to come visit our new BSA book site.
The site is in fact a public one, open to all, and requires no "log in" (read: there's no private Member Area for which you need to have remembered some user name or old password from the original, australian, site).
What Dennis meant, and we all here on the BSA Support Team heartily invite, is for you to come on over to the new site (yes same URL: http://brotherhoodofthescreamingabyss.com/) and enjoy some of the great new BSA media, blog posts, events info, etc. and then please also take a min or two to click on the link marked "Project Supporters" and respond to the quick poll/form there.
Hope that helps clear-up any confusion about what the URL is to the new site and that you don't need to worry about logging in.
Having been honored to pass the 21st with the man himself (and his lovely family in picturesque Lake Woebegone), busily filling shipping envelopes with shiny new BSA print editions for you all, I can happily confirm that the next wave of books are soon on their way!
Happiest of Holidays and Brightest of New Years to you all!
David (on behalf of BSA Support Team)
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Creator geogaddi00 on December 23
I just wanted to say that Dennis and company have done a brilliant job with this entire effort. I got the ebook right when it was made available with no issues, and I think it is incredible. I also received the physical book in the mail on the day of the long-heralded Winter Solstice, and I am proud to have my name in the back. The new website looks and works great as well! Thanks so much for everything Dennis, David and Dasha et al!
Creator Pieter Lemmens on December 9
Hi Ben,
Yes, that indeed did the trick! It was my spam filter that refused the mails with the download link. David told me via mail. Apparently more people experienced this. Anyway, thanks for the advice!
Best, Pieter
Creator ben owen on December 8
Pieter,
just a thought, a lot of email programs will automaticaly block links; look for an option on your email page that says 'mark as safe' or something similar and see if clicking that helps any.
Creator Pieter Lemmens on December 7
Hi there,
Still no sign of a download link for the e-book. I have had two e-mails now which talk about a download link to the e-book, but I haven't got a clue as to WHERE those links are supposed to be found. It's a complete enigma to me. I think I just have to wait for the paper version.
Creator Dennis McKenna on December 4
Also, apologies to all who are having trouble downloading the digital copies. There are apparently some glitches in database arising from the merger of the BSA databases and the Kickstarter databases. In most cases it should not prevent you from downloading your copy, but if you have any problems feel free to contact my web David Gaian at BSA@gaianconsulting.com. We want this to go as smoothly as possible so if you have trouble, let David know so he can fix it.
Thanks, and thanks again to every one who supported this project
Dennis
Creator Dennis McKenna on December 4
Hi, I just wanted to let people know that the soft-cover printed copy of BSA is now finally -- finally! -- listed on Amazon. It took some doing getting it listed but you can now order both the Kindle and the printed
books directly from Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/Brotherhood-screaming-abyss-Dennis-McKenna/dp/0878396365/ref=sr_1_1…
Creator Pieter Lemmens on December 3
Hi there,
Does anybody have a clue where to find the download link Dennis is talking about in his mail? I received the message but I cannot find any link, just like Ken Beare. But I didn't receive an e-mail with the download link. They seem to be active for only 3 days. Could anybody help with this? I guess the guys at BSA are too busy at the moment because I don't receive an answer from them. Thanks in advance for the help!
Pieter
Creator Cathie Leavitt on December 3
Just want to say thank you Dennis. I downloaded my PDF book yesterday with no problems, began reading last night, and had a wonderful dream early this morning in which you and Terence appeared! I'm wondering if others will report dreams and novel experiences or insights connected with reading the book. Please consider including a "forum" feature on the BSA web site where we can discuss and share stories.
Creator Dennis McKenna on December 3
Hi Ken,
And so, is it working now for you? I'm outside this process, don't know really what's going on but I know David's all over it. It's not a bother...if there are problems we need to know about them, so thank you for the heads up.
Dennis
Creator Ken Beare on December 2
... and five minutes after the first email arrived, the email with the download info also arrived. Thanks! And please excuse my impatience.
Ken
Creator Ken Beare on December 2
Hi,
I received a message this morning that I can download the ebook as a supporter. Unfortunately, I can not find a link from which to download. The instructions state that I should download in the format I prefer, but beyond that the only link I can find is a paid link at BSA which, as a supporter, confuses me as this should be a free download for my level of support.
I tried to email to the sender of the announcement, but that got bounced, so I'm turning to this forum.
Any help is appreciated as I'd like to start reading!
Ken Beare
Creator David Gaian on November 27
Dear Supporters,
A quick note, re: site membership and "logging in", from your BSA Tech/Web Team.
While it is certainly a possibility that the site will eventually include members-only content (eg interesting audio, video, photographic media or special downloadable files offered to reward interested new public for join Dennis' mailing list or participating in new offers), for which a member login portal will obviously be necessary, the current on-site registration serves two primary purposes only at this time:
1) route those who supported the writing of this book to a form to collect information for gratefully delivering them their rewards, and...
2) route those new to the book and its impending availability to their preferred purchasing channels.
So, we acknowledge and apologize for any confusion around the terms "registrant" and "member".
Indeed, while by design the site's registration form does collect enough information to be repurposed as a future member login, for now its all about expressing our most sincere gratitude to all project supporters by getting all their goodies out before jolly ole St. Nicholas (or curious ole St. Eschaton, whichever comes first,) roll into town!
Hope this is helpful,
~David
Creator Dennis McKenna on November 26
Ziddan,
thanks for bringing this to my attention. The web site is a work in progress, and I"ve forwarded your info to David Gaian. He will get things fixed but your feedback on this is helpful. We'll keep you posted and if others are having similar problems, please let us know.
Dennis
Creator Ziddan on November 26
Hello!
Im having some trouble with the BSA website, i already have an account registered but i cant find where to log into the site to check my details and choose my reward options.
Ill send an email David Gaian as well but i figure other people might be hitting the same trouble and go here to try and find an answer.
Will post an answer here if i get one by email.
Thanks!
Creator Dennis McKenna on November 20, 2012
Dear Ambassador,
I hear you clearly, and this is an issue that I'm trying to resolve. As far as I know, there are no DRM restrictions on either the Nook version or the Kindle version. I know this is true for the Nook, I'm not sure about the Kindle, and I'm not sure exactly how to determine if those limits were set (and how to remove them if they have been) But I've got some tech savvy friends looking into this for me, so I ask for your patience, and that of the impatient hackers, for a day or two. What we want to do is to set up a place on the BSA web site where KS supporters can grab the files in whatever format suits them. Whether that involves a DRM-free Kindle or Nook version, or a PDF, I'm not sure yet, but my tech advisors will know what to do. I understand that information proliferates and that's probably a good thing. I want everyone who supported the project to get what they were promised. I'd prefer that the digital versions not be propagated everywhere, but that may be inevitable. There are ethical issues on both sides of this matter; I remind folks of what I said with the first post, if you feel compelled to spread the file all over the Net, then you should make in-kind contributions to Erowid.org or Heffter.org. We are a community and should remain so. I'm making a good faith effort to address this issue. Please keep an eye on the web site: http://www.brotherhoodofthescreamingabyss.com for further updates. I will do my best to resolve this matter soon.
Creator Vudu Doktor Trayna on November 20, 2012
Dennis, i'm picking up some chatter on the nets. Some of the mushroom hackers/backers are not pleased. They're Kickstarter backers that were promised a reward of a PDF, but now you've changed the reward, presumably substituting a Kindle or Nook edition for the PDF. They do not want Kindle and Nook because they do not want large corporations and Uncle Sam to view the intimate details of their reading habits. Yes, they can track when and how often you read, what you've bookmarked, read your notes, etc, the whole ball of wax. They say they're miffed because anyone with $9.99 can read the book right now, but they can't read anything even though they funded the book via Kickstarter for more than $9.99. If something isn't done to rectify the situation, you may find that at least one of them feels justified in purchasing a $9.99 copy, stripping the DRM within a seconds, and seeding bootlegged copies of the book to underground torrents within a minute. And they'd feel justified, since you have their money and they didn't receive their PDF reward.
Sincerely,
/x/
Ambassador Trainor
Creator Dennis McKenna on November 15, 2012
Thanks Joseph, I got it. please go ahead and register at the site:
www.brotherhoodofthescreamingabyss.com
Creator Joseph Wagner on November 15, 2012
Congratulations, Dennis, on completing the book. I'm in at the $70 level, so here's my address:
Joseph Wagner
191 University Blvd
Suite 807
Denver, CO 80206
Best wishes,
JW
Creator Dennis McKenna on October 15, 2012
Hello folks,
Some people have asked why I don't collect address information on this site instead of creating a new site (www.brotherhoodofthescreamingabyss.com) to obtain the mailing addresses of my supporters. There are a couple of reasons:
1. I didn't know that you could do that, so in part it was a mistake.
2. Not all of my support came through Kickstarter. Some chose to donate through different channels. I've created a simple database (offline) that consolidates all contact info for supporters. This will make sure when it comes to sending books out in the mail, that all supporters are included.
3. However I know some people are concerned about their privacy and reluctant to put their mailing addresses into the registration form. It won't be used for any other purpose, but if you're one of those, you can always just send it to me in an email to me through the kickstarter site and I'll enter it into the db manually.
thanks for you patience! Anticipate a major announcement soon.
Creator David Gaian on October 8, 2012
Thanks so much for the juicy update Dennis and congratulations on the impending release!
Must feel great, eh?
Please don't forget to let your KickStarter backers and Brothers McKenna fans everywhere know how we can help further promote the new book and site.
Safe travels and best till (every) next!
David & Dasha
PS: Having worked in the industry for years, bringing such a major work to "market" within just a month of its originally targeted release date is, by all reasonable writing and publishing project standards, virtually an on-time delivery. Kudos!
Creator David Gaian on September 27, 2012
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Creator Matthew Hutt on September 18, 2012
Any word on this? It's been several months since we have had any updates. I don't mind waiting for the finished product if time is what it takes, I would just like to know how it is progressing.
Creator Trevor Smith on July 10, 2012
Hey yall, i would check out the facebook page for this project. There was a recent update there posted by dennis.
Creator Xrc1 on July 7, 2012
I agree, an update would be nice.
Creator nathan on June 28, 2012
Hoping we can get a recent update?
Creator Hannah K on March 24, 2012
I came across what looks like a worthy project that still needs funding, and I think it will interest some of you guys. Looks like it will be a beautifully shot film, but requires funds to continue. Take a look:
http://www.indiegogo.com/The-Ayahuasca-Project-The-Jungle-Prescription
P.S I hope the book is coming along well, Dennis, good luck with everything :)
Creator geogaddi00 on February 21, 2012
Spread the word!
Chapter One - Who am I? - The unpacking of the Mckenna Mojo begins!
In case you only just got here, the 'Terence Mckenna Omibus - TMOM-2012', is a series of 12 clips, each 12:12:12 in duration.
Register on this Forum: http://www.cognitionfactor.net/forum/ for insider information, giveaways and discounts.
Creator Trevor Smith on February 9, 2012
Well the "molecules of madness" kickstarter flopped due to promised mainstream media support bailing.
Tony Wright has a new book project on indiegogo aimed at getting a new version of Left In The Dark out, as well as a more accessible mainstream book on the topic, with help of Andrew Crofts.
Heres the project: http://igg.me/p/52225…
Creator Jon Hanna on September 27, 2011
Through the end of September, Erowid.org is running a fundraising drive, attempting to get 777 discrete donations. Just last month, Erowid provided reliable information on psychoactives to 2.3 million unique visitors. Although this non-profit organization is very (IMO) non-aggressive with their pledge drives, this is the first time where it appears as though a fundraising goal might not be reached. Seriously? Nearly two-and-a-half million people used the site last month, and we can't get 777 (or more!) to donate a few bucks? Of course that is ludicrous! Please visit http://www.erowid.org to see how you can help. Thanks! -- Jon Hanna
Creator Dennis McKenna on August 13, 2011
Joanna Harcourt Smith, former lover, fellow outlaw, and companion of Timothy Leary during the darkest days of his career, has decided that now is the time to share her story, and has launched a Kickstarter stie to get things rolling. Here is the URL: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1223525116/tripping-the-bardo-with-timothy-leary
Her story should be of interest to many in our community. I have already made a modest pledge and urge others to support this worthy project, if you are able..
Creator Dennis McKenna on July 29, 2011
the URL I posted for Oliver's film may not work for some reason. Here is a corrected link:
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/903099816/from-neurons-to-nirvana-the-great-medicines
Creator Dennis McKenna on July 29, 2011
Speaking of worthy Kickstarter projects, of interest to our community, I'd like to recommend Oliver Hockenhull's movie project, Neurons to Nirvana. Oliver is an extremely talented film maker, and this project is a labor of love. It's the best cinematic documentary on the current cutting edge of psychedelic research. It's worthy of your support if you can manage it:
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/903099816/from-neurons-to-nirvana-the-great-medicines
Creator Trevor Smith on July 28, 2011
Hello everyone!
Please check out the 'molecule of madness' project on kickstarter and help get that underway!! I'm sure this crowd will find it VERY interesting. Its a documentary being made on the theory presented by Tony Wright in his book -Left In The Dark, which Dennis was kind enough to write a brilliant forward for (which you can read on the website), and has talked about in one of the audio-updates posted here. Links:
http://leftinthedark.org.uk/
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lanawalker/molecules-of-madness-the-story-of-our-descent-to-i/posts
much love
Creator geogaddi00 on June 12, 2011
Hey you guys - I found a poignant segment of Dennis' talk at Storm Brewery in Vancouver from a few weeks ago. The experience of photosynthesis on ayahuasca! I know a journalist there videotaped the whole thing, but I cannot remember the name of the magazine or where he would post it... http://www.archive.org/details/DennisMckennasFirstPersonExperienceOfPhotosynthesis
Creator Dennis McKenna on June 9, 2011
So many comments here, all good! I very much appreciate your support for this project, and it seems clear that it's eagerly awaited!
A couple of housekeeping matters. I've made a small database of all backers from the Kickstarter data. So if you have issues, like you pledged for a different incentive level but were not credited, your Amazonpayments.com payment did not go through, or you are having problems with getting a pass to the Evolver Intensives webinars, let me know with a message (not a comment!) on this site or my Facebook site, and I'll do my best to get it straightened out.
Creator Mike Henning on June 7, 2011
Touchdown e-mail with Jennifer was apologetic and sincere for the mix-up. Replay of video brightens my illusory egoic half-gloom about missing something important like personal pictures! and Dennis sounds like he's ready to write and drink Mai Tais so, at the end of the day........SMIIIILLES EVERYONE, SMIILLES!! Thanks Jen! and of course you too Dennis!
1nelove
Creator geogaddi00 on June 7, 2011
Evolver Intensives added an additional 30 spots for Dennis' webinar as part of a KickStarter incentive. I am sure some things got mixed up and it was an accident that some people got forgotten. Do not worry - the archive is a complete rip of the WebEX conference, which will include everything that participants saw. Video, audio, pictures, chat stream etc.