This definitive limited-edition set features everything you want: a beautiful detail-rich design, magical embellishments, AND each book features your favorite scenes illustrated by acclaimed artist Corin Howell. 

This campaign also offers an array of delightful add-ons! Bookmarks, enamel pins, apparel, and even vellum illustrations for those who are interested in seeing some of the spicier scenes brought to life. Choose a pre-bundled tier for the best savings or pick out one or two of your favorites from the add-ons page... we'll leave the strategy to you.

As the campaign progresses, add-on sets and items marked with the ✨sparkle emoji can be upgraded to include more items, higher quality, and more. And these aren't the only secret bonuses we've got in store! 

What secrets will you reveal within the rooms of Ivy House? Earn keys to unlock new upgrades and rewards!

Note: please consider any unlocked reward tier images, such as edge paintings, maps, etc to be works in progress! We have not yet started full production on these unlocked items, but we will keep you updated on progress in future updates.

Isn't it time you treated yourself to something special?

From a single magical book to display on your shelf to becoming part of the Leveling Up story itself, we've got a reward for every Magical Midlife fan! All sets also include the campaign-exclusive short story, "Magical Midlife Prologue," featuring the untold story of Jessie's first encounter with Ivy House. We've even got a bunch of fun and beautiful add-ons to complete your experience like never before (and, as always, the larger the bundle, the better the deal).

But choose carefully--this Deluxe hardcover edition will not be available in stores, so if you're looking to add some beauty to your book collection, this campaign is the place to be!

Unsure about which add-on sets and rewards can be upgraded? We've made it easy on you! All upgradeable items or sets are marked with a ✨ sparkle emoji!

Pledges over $90USD total are eligible for BackerKit's Pay Over Time feature. Pay Over Time gives you the choice to break your pledge into smaller payments spread over the 4 months after the campaign concludes. If you'd like to Pay Over Time, simply select this option at check-out. Your first installment will begin after the close of the successful campaign, and you will receive your Backer Survey once your final payment has been completed.

Tiers that are automatically eligible for pay-over-time include Gargoyle tiers and above. The Jane tier may also be eligible if your total pledge cost (tier plus any add-ons) is equal or greater to $90USD, not including fees or shipping.

Please click here for more information about the Pay Over Time feature.

When will these books arrive to you? Please see below for our timeline estimates! We always strive to meet and exceed our timeline goals to deliver all of your rewards to you as soon as possible.

August 2026: The campaign concludes!
November 2026: Surveys sent to Backers (including Pay Over Time backers)
Winter 2026/2027: Production of all books and items have completed and arrive to our fulfillment warehouse.
Early 2027: Once all items are at the warehouse, fulfillment will begin
Spring 2027: All fulfillment completed 

All shipping costs for this project will be applied after the end of the campaign based on where you're located in the world. The truth is, shipping costs are high and volatile right now, so we won't calculate that amount or charge it until much closer to fulfillment in an attempt to get you the best rates. Please note that the following rate ranges are estimates. Final rates can only be calculated based on the weight of your selected reward package and specific add-ons, and are subject to change.

Estimated shipping rates*

*The cost of shipping-related taxes, VAT, and any other duties or fees are not included in the cost of your pledge. All applicable shipping charges will be charged later, closer to fulfillment, during the Pledge Management phase.

When your complete order is ready to ship, we'll let you know via BackerKit's Pledge Manager. You'll be charged shipping at that time, and will receive an email notification once your package has been shipped.  

K.F. Breene is a Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Washington Post, and Amazon Charts bestselling author of paranormal romance, urban fantasy, and fantasy novels. With millions of books sold, when she’s not penning stories about magic and what goes bump in the night, she’s sipping wine and planning shenanigans. She lives in Northern California with her husband, two children, and out of work treadmill. 

Corin Howell is a comic book artist and writer who loves working on anything involving horror, creatures, and ladies with bat wings. She is the creator of LILITH, an original graphic novel series about a succubus-like immortal who's been banished from her home and must befriend humans on her quest to return there... if she doesn't fall in love first! 

Corin has illustrated a variety of additional titles such as “Transformers: Windblade” with IDW Publishing, DC Comics “Wonder Woman: Black, White, and Gold”, “Dark Red” with Aftershock, and the supernatural detective series, “Shadow Service” and “Queen of Swords: A Barbaric Tale” with Vault Comics. Corin loves cats, and resides with her two (fat) fur babies in Austin, TX. 

Aethon Books is publishing the next generation of Science Fiction & Fantasy. Aethon's mission is to build a bridge between authors and their readers.

Vault is a critically acclaimed entertainment company that curates bold new science fiction, fantasy, and horror stories across a variety of media including novels, graphic novels, comics, and tabletop games.

Any other questions about the campaign? Check out the project FAQ or reach out to us at [email protected]