Sometimes the difference between a hope and a cherished memory is a community that decides to help.
The Challenge
Writer Robin Sloan had an ambitious idea: write and produce a short detective story in a remarkably short period and invite readers to support the process as it happened.
The Chance Received
He invited supporters into the creative journey through Kickstarter, sharing updates as he worked toward turning an idea into a physical book.
What Came True
Kickstarter's case study reports that Sloan's project surpassed its funding goal, reaching 111% with 131 backers by the end of August 2009. The support enabled him to move forward with writing and producing the book.
The Ripple Effect: How You Can Give a Similar Chance
If you love an independent artist or writer's work, your encouragement, a thoughtful recommendation or responsible support for a project can help someone take their creative dream forward.
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