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LauraVAB
11 days ago
Shard of Elan surveys are going out :) with DEADLINES
Hi! This is to let you know that surveys are going out for The Shard of Elan, and it's time to help me send your backer rewards.
First, the sorta-bad news: I spoke with my printer, and production is a little behind. Not a lot, but combined with the necessary weeks of shipping, we're now looking at an early December delivery date to me.
Better news: By my current calculations, I should still have time to turn around and ship promptly for gifting. If that starts to look sketchy, I will provide a pretty printable card to tell your recipient what's coming, so you still get full credit for being awesome.
Good news: This actually opens up the survey window a little, as I don't have to have all the labels and packages ready to go as quickly.
So here are the deadlines:
If you requested the special edition set without the premium slipcase upgrade, your survey must be submitted by Dec 1 for December shipping. This is so I can get everything ready to ship immediately upon arrival.
If you requested (or want to add) the premium slipcase upgrade (because it's gorgeous), your survey must be submitted by November 7. These are individually made to order and require some time.
If you requested the standard paperbacks or other items, but not the special editions, please submit your survey by Oct 31 for shipment in early November.
If your survey comes in after those dates, your rewards are still good! but they will ship later. Your items will ship in mid or late December, or when your survey is completed.
Ebooks
I will be signing and personalizing your ebooks as well!
If you already have a Bookfunnel account, be sure to use that email address where asked in the survey. If not, don't worry, I pay for it so there's no charge to you. :) Your ebooks delivered via Bookfunnel can be read in the Bookfunnel app on your phone or tablet, or shared to another device (Nook, Kindle, etc.).
Let me know if you have any questions!
First, the sorta-bad news: I spoke with my printer, and production is a little behind. Not a lot, but combined with the necessary weeks of shipping, we're now looking at an early December delivery date to me.
Better news: By my current calculations, I should still have time to turn around and ship promptly for gifting. If that starts to look sketchy, I will provide a pretty printable card to tell your recipient what's coming, so you still get full credit for being awesome.
Good news: This actually opens up the survey window a little, as I don't have to have all the labels and packages ready to go as quickly.
So here are the deadlines:
If you requested the special edition set without the premium slipcase upgrade, your survey must be submitted by Dec 1 for December shipping. This is so I can get everything ready to ship immediately upon arrival.
If you requested (or want to add) the premium slipcase upgrade (because it's gorgeous), your survey must be submitted by November 7. These are individually made to order and require some time.
If you requested the standard paperbacks or other items, but not the special editions, please submit your survey by Oct 31 for shipment in early November.
If your survey comes in after those dates, your rewards are still good! but they will ship later. Your items will ship in mid or late December, or when your survey is completed.
Ebooks
I will be signing and personalizing your ebooks as well!
If you already have a Bookfunnel account, be sure to use that email address where asked in the survey. If not, don't worry, I pay for it so there's no charge to you. :) Your ebooks delivered via Bookfunnel can be read in the Bookfunnel app on your phone or tablet, or shared to another device (Nook, Kindle, etc.).
Let me know if you have any questions!
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LauraVAB
about 1 month ago
Shard of Elan: What's to come :)
We did it! The Shard of Elan special editions (and more) are GO.
I know you may be receiving a virtual onslaught of backer emails right now, if you backed multiple Printopia projects, so I hope this one comes quietly into your inbox and is ready when you need to check it. :)
The special editions are in production, and the other add-ons are stacked and waiting. Pledges typically need a couple of weeks to clear, and then I'll send backer surveys to finalize your details. If you haven't done much with Backerkit before, it can be easy to miss these, so please keep an eye on your inbox; without a complete survey, you won't receive your backer rewards.
Expect surveys about the third week of October. (Date will depend on when pledges clear Backerkit.) The survey will settle important details such as where to ship your new boxed set, or whether you want that add-on title in ebook, paperback, audio, or hardback. Then your shipping costs for physical rewards will be calculated and charged.
I'll keep you updated on shipping timelines as I know more. Please let me know if you have any questions!
I know you may be receiving a virtual onslaught of backer emails right now, if you backed multiple Printopia projects, so I hope this one comes quietly into your inbox and is ready when you need to check it. :)
The special editions are in production, and the other add-ons are stacked and waiting. Pledges typically need a couple of weeks to clear, and then I'll send backer surveys to finalize your details. If you haven't done much with Backerkit before, it can be easy to miss these, so please keep an eye on your inbox; without a complete survey, you won't receive your backer rewards.
Expect surveys about the third week of October. (Date will depend on when pledges clear Backerkit.) The survey will settle important details such as where to ship your new boxed set, or whether you want that add-on title in ebook, paperback, audio, or hardback. Then your shipping costs for physical rewards will be calculated and charged.
I'll keep you updated on shipping timelines as I know more. Please let me know if you have any questions!
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LauraVAB
about 1 month ago
The red numerals count down, the second hand flicks around the face, it's ALMOST THE END
Hi! I'm just popping in to deliver one of the following messages:
- THANK YOU for backing this project already, or
- LAST CHANCE to back this project you followed for a reason before it closes
If you need another reason to back, or if you need a reason to congratulate yourself on your backing, try one of these:
- These special editions are already in production and are meant to be shipped from me to you in November. I want them to reach US addresses in time for the holidays.
- If you're not in the US and need a pretty printable card to inform a recipient of what's en route to them, I will provide one!
- These special editions are not listed on any retailers, but are available only direct from the author. You can't change your mind and use Amazon Prime.
- Speaking of reasons to buy direct, did you know that I delivered a new story to backers of my epic fantasy duology fulfilled in 2025? All their bonus ebooks just got longer this week, a year later. Try doing that on Amazon!
- You really want those two cool burnout bookmarks from my partner project and me.
- You can plan to buy it at a con or faire next year, but then you have to carry about 9 pounds of hardbacks in the vendor hall or street, plus avoid spilling your drink on the case or absently setting it down somewhere. Or it can be delivered right to your door.
- These books are just so darned pretty. And the stories are that good.
Printopia and this campaign closes THURSDAY, OCT 1, so get your pledge in soon!
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LauraVAB
about 2 months ago
Printopia stream coming :)
On Thursday, Sept 17, at 11am Pacific/2pm Eastern, I'll host some of my fellow Printopia authors in a livestream to discuss our projects and show off our books. Please join us! You can find us at:
Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/laura_vab
YouTube https://youtube.com/live/WwcHYiFJkbo
the project page of any participating author :)
And maybe I'll drop the answer to today's trivia question if you haven't guessed it yet!
See you then!
Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/laura_vab
YouTube https://youtube.com/live/WwcHYiFJkbo
the project page of any participating author :)
And maybe I'll drop the answer to today's trivia question if you haven't guessed it yet!
See you then!
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LauraVAB
about 2 months ago
We're funded!
We funded in the first day -- thank you!
I want to remind you to check out the trivia. A new question will be posted approximately every other day, and there are prizes for the top score and for everyone who answers all questions by the end. And you might learn something along the way!
If you haven't looked at my collaboration partner's project, make sure to check that out and get our two custom burnout bookmarks.
I want to remind you to check out the trivia. A new question will be posted approximately every other day, and there are prizes for the top score and for everyone who answers all questions by the end. And you might learn something along the way!
If you haven't looked at my collaboration partner's project, make sure to check that out and get our two custom burnout bookmarks.
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LauraVAB
15+ projects backed in 2024
CREATOR
Backed 3 projects in Fantasy
11 days ago
Project Update: Shard of Elan surveys are going out :) with DEADLINES
Hi! This is to let you know that surveys are going out for The Shard of Elan, and it's time to help me send your backer rewards.
First, the sorta-bad news: I spoke with my printer, and production is a little behind. Not a lot, but combined with the necessary weeks of shipping, we're now looking at an early December delivery date to me.
Better news: By my current calculations, I should still have time to turn around and ship promptly for gifting. If that starts to look sketchy, I will provide a pretty printable card to tell your recipient what's coming, so you still get full credit for being awesome.
Good news: This actually opens up the survey window a little, as I don't have to have all the labels and packages ready to go as quickly.
So here are the deadlines:
If you requested the special edition set without the premium slipcase upgrade, your survey must be submitted by Dec 1 for December shipping. This is so I can get everything ready to ship immediately upon arrival.
If you requested (or want to add) the premium slipcase upgrade (because it's gorgeous), your survey must be submitted by November 7. These are individually made to order and require some time.
If you requested the standard paperbacks or other items, but not the special editions, please submit your survey by Oct 31 for shipment in early November.
If your survey comes in after those dates, your rewards are still good! but they will ship later. Your items will ship in mid or late December, or when your survey is completed.
Ebooks
I will be signing and personalizing your ebooks as well!
If you already have a Bookfunnel account, be sure to use that email address where asked in the survey. If not, don't worry, I pay for it so there's no charge to you. :) Your ebooks delivered via Bookfunnel can be read in the Bookfunnel app on your phone or tablet, or shared to another device (Nook, Kindle, etc.).
Let me know if you have any questions!
First, the sorta-bad news: I spoke with my printer, and production is a little behind. Not a lot, but combined with the necessary weeks of shipping, we're now looking at an early December delivery date to me.
Better news: By my current calculations, I should still have time to turn around and ship promptly for gifting. If that starts to look sketchy, I will provide a pretty printable card to tell your recipient what's coming, so you still get full credit for being awesome.
Good news: This actually opens up the survey window a little, as I don't have to have all the labels and packages ready to go as quickly.
So here are the deadlines:
If you requested the special edition set without the premium slipcase upgrade, your survey must be submitted by Dec 1 for December shipping. This is so I can get everything ready to ship immediately upon arrival.
If you requested (or want to add) the premium slipcase upgrade (because it's gorgeous), your survey must be submitted by November 7. These are individually made to order and require some time.
If you requested the standard paperbacks or other items, but not the special editions, please submit your survey by Oct 31 for shipment in early November.
If your survey comes in after those dates, your rewards are still good! but they will ship later. Your items will ship in mid or late December, or when your survey is completed.
Ebooks
I will be signing and personalizing your ebooks as well!
If you already have a Bookfunnel account, be sure to use that email address where asked in the survey. If not, don't worry, I pay for it so there's no charge to you. :) Your ebooks delivered via Bookfunnel can be read in the Bookfunnel app on your phone or tablet, or shared to another device (Nook, Kindle, etc.).
Let me know if you have any questions!
PROJECT UPDATE
LauraVAB
15+ projects backed in 2024
CREATOR
Backed 3 projects in Fantasy
24 days ago
Project Update: IT'S SO BEAUTIFUL! The Shard of Elan slipcase is here.
The new Shard of Elan premium slipcase is here.
JUST LOOK AT IT.
It will be available as an add-on, if you did not back at this level. Surveys will go out next week.
JUST LOOK AT IT.
It will be available as an add-on, if you did not back at this level. Surveys will go out next week.
PROJECT UPDATE
LauraVAB
15+ projects backed in 2024
CREATOR
Backed 3 projects in Fantasy
about 1 month ago
Project Update: Shard of Elan: What's to come :)
We did it! The Shard of Elan special editions (and more) are GO.
I know you may be receiving a virtual onslaught of backer emails right now, if you backed multiple Printopia projects, so I hope this one comes quietly into your inbox and is ready when you need to check it. :)
The special editions are in production, and the other add-ons are stacked and waiting. Pledges typically need a couple of weeks to clear, and then I'll send backer surveys to finalize your details. If you haven't done much with Backerkit before, it can be easy to miss these, so please keep an eye on your inbox; without a complete survey, you won't receive your backer rewards.
Expect surveys about the third week of October. (Date will depend on when pledges clear Backerkit.) The survey will settle important details such as where to ship your new boxed set, or whether you want that add-on title in ebook, paperback, audio, or hardback. Then your shipping costs for physical rewards will be calculated and charged.
I'll keep you updated on shipping timelines as I know more. Please let me know if you have any questions!
I know you may be receiving a virtual onslaught of backer emails right now, if you backed multiple Printopia projects, so I hope this one comes quietly into your inbox and is ready when you need to check it. :)
The special editions are in production, and the other add-ons are stacked and waiting. Pledges typically need a couple of weeks to clear, and then I'll send backer surveys to finalize your details. If you haven't done much with Backerkit before, it can be easy to miss these, so please keep an eye on your inbox; without a complete survey, you won't receive your backer rewards.
Expect surveys about the third week of October. (Date will depend on when pledges clear Backerkit.) The survey will settle important details such as where to ship your new boxed set, or whether you want that add-on title in ebook, paperback, audio, or hardback. Then your shipping costs for physical rewards will be calculated and charged.
I'll keep you updated on shipping timelines as I know more. Please let me know if you have any questions!
PROJECT UPDATE
LauraVAB
15+ projects backed in 2024
CREATOR
Backed 3 projects in Fantasy
about 1 month ago
Project Update: The red numerals count down, the second hand flicks around the face, it's ALMOST THE END
Hi! I'm just popping in to deliver one of the following messages:
- THANK YOU for backing this project already, or
- LAST CHANCE to back this project you followed for a reason before it closes
If you need another reason to back, or if you need a reason to congratulate yourself on your backing, try one of these:
- These special editions are already in production and are meant to be shipped from me to you in November. I want them to reach US addresses in time for the holidays.
- If you're not in the US and need a pretty printable card to inform a recipient of what's en route to them, I will provide one!
- These special editions are not listed on any retailers, but are available only direct from the author. You can't change your mind and use Amazon Prime.
- Speaking of reasons to buy direct, did you know that I delivered a new story to backers of my epic fantasy duology fulfilled in 2025? All their bonus ebooks just got longer this week, a year later. Try doing that on Amazon!
- You really want those two cool burnout bookmarks from my partner project and me.
- You can plan to buy it at a con or faire next year, but then you have to carry about 9 pounds of hardbacks in the vendor hall or street, plus avoid spilling your drink on the case or absently setting it down somewhere. Or it can be delivered right to your door.
- These books are just so darned pretty. And the stories are that good.
Printopia and this campaign closes THURSDAY, OCT 1, so get your pledge in soon!
LauraVAB
15+ projects backed in 2024
CREATOR
Backed 3 projects in Fantasy
about 1 month ago
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