The Shape of Shadows: A modern-day fairytale - with teeth.

A project in Pittsburgh, PA by C. E. Varrati
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Help an indie author publish her debut novel that mixes mental health representation with fantasy, romance, and feminine rage!
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Funded: $2,617 of $1,300
Dates: Jun 27th -> Jul 27th (30 days)
Project By: C. E. Varrati
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Latest News

The final countdown

July 26th - via: kickstarter.com
I haven't been making many updates, because it turns out you actually have to read your own book. Who would have thought? I'm about halfway through self-editing the novel as my editor does her professional beta read. And it's going really well!... (Read More)

Updates and the vision

July 13th - via: kickstarter.com
When I started this campaign, I wasn't sure I'd be able to reach the funding amount. I kept my amount as low as possible - just in case. And I didn't think stretch goals would be a thing.I made them anyway.But upon finishing the second draft and... (Read More)

I finished the book!

July 9th - via: kickstarter.com
I've been a little MIA because... I FINISHED THE BOOK LAST WEEK! Which was everything I could have imagined. I sent it off to the beta readers, then enjoyed a little ME/CFS crash. I definitely over-did it, but it was worth it.I'm so beyond grateful... (Read More)

Second Stretch Goal - Unlocked!

July 1st - via: kickstarter.com
We've unlocked another goal! All pledges will now have prints of the 6 main characters. Thank you all so much - your support means the absolute world to me. The next stretch goal is for interior chapter art.  (Read More)

Fully funded!

June 27th - via: kickstarter.com
I don't even know what to say right now... I never imagined reaching my goal in 7 HOURS! I'm truly so grateful for each and every one of you. Your support is helping me make my dreams come true while making a difference for survivors of SA/DV. My... (Read More)

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June 27th - via: kickstarter.com
I'm blown away by the support I've received so far! We're only 4 hours in and we're at 50% backed. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for believing in me and this book!  (Read More)

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