About this project
I'm an author with two published books. I've just finished a third book called Almost Super, and am starting the 'publisher hunt'. I'm hoping this book will be picked up, but even if it's purchased tomorrow the book won't likely be printed for a good 18 months.
I'm far too impatient. I heard about Kickstarter and thought it might be fun to not only get the book out a little sooner, but also give folks a chance to get a true first edition copy of the book.
The book is complete, and ready for printing. If I can raise $5,500, I will have enough to do a small print run. Anybody who contributes the specified amounts will receive a signed copy of the book.
But what is the book about, you say? I'm glad you asked. A brief synopsis can be found at http://almostsuper.org. If that isn't enough, you can read the entire first chapter at http://almostsuper.org/chapterone.pdf
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This project reached the deadline without achieving its funding goal on May 25, 2010.
Pledge $1 or more
Anyone who donates $1 or more will receive chapter two of Almost Super. The brothers' superpowers are revealed, only...don't tell anybody; it's a secret!
Pledge $15 or more
A donation of $15 gets you a signed and numbered copy of the book. The book will have a soft cover and be roughly 280 pages. Those who donate $15 will also get a pdf copy of the book.
Pledge $25 or more
A donation of $25 gets you two signed and numbered copies of the book. One for you, and one for a friend. Think about it, Mother's Day is taken care of! You will also get a pdf copy of the book.
Pledge $50 or more
A donation of $50 gets you five signed and numbered copies of the book. Do you know any quintuplets? This is the perfect gift! You will also get a pdf copy of the book.
Pledge $100 or more
A donataion of $100 gets you 10 signed and numbered copies of the book, AND you can name one minor character in the novel. There are many aunts, uncles, and cousins in this superhero family, and you can choose the name of one of them. This reward is best suited for managers of a baseball team. One for you, one for each member of the team. You will also get a pdf copy of the book.
Pledge $500 or more
Those who donate $500 will get 50 signed and numbered copies of the book. If you are the captain of a small army, your Christmas shopping is taken care of! In addition to the books, if you live within 500 miles of Salt Lake City, I will personally deliver them and give a 60 minute presentation on the topic of your choice. If I know nothing about the topic of your choice, I will lie through my teeth. This is the perfect activity for schools, community events, or protest rallies. As with the $100 donation, you may also name a minor character in the book. You will also receive a pdf copy of the book.
Pledge $1,000 or more
The first person to donate $1,000 will get the first book off the press. It will be numbered #1. They will also receive an additional 100 signed and numbered copies of the book. Not only can you read these books, but if you bench press them 20 times a day, you will be able to protect yourself from small children and medium sized dogs. In addition to the books, if you live within 500 miles of Salt Lake City, I will hand deliver the books, and do a presentation on the topic of your choice. If I know nothing about the topic, I will read a Wikipedia article on the topic so that I become an expert. As with the $100 and $500 donation, you may also name a minor character in the book. You will also receive a pdf version of the book.
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My name is Matthew Buckley. I have written two books, Chickens in the Headlights and Bullies in the Headlights. I'm a father of five sons, and I spend most of my time trying to keep up with them.
