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Prank-calling a random reader

Mar 201 min read

Yesterday, I told my banana-crazed Renergades that when we hit 1k followers on the Silver Blood Kickstarter, I'd do "something crazy" - which turned out to be prank-calling one of my unsuspecting readers on a random Thursday morning 🤣🍌

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When I posted the reel in the reader group, I asked Justin if he knew it was me, and he replied, "NO F*CKING IDEA. I just don't like being mean to telemarketers!" HOW SWEET IS THAT?! 🥲

If you'd like to join the banana-crazed party and potentially receive a prank call from me, come join Rachel's Renergades!

Lastly, the Kickstarter for the Silver Blood/Gilded Blood Deluxe Book set is launching April 1 (no joke)! Come join the other 1,016 followers currently following the project. It's going to be so much fun!!

In the meantime, here's a sneak peek of one of the three brand-new full-page illustrations you'll find inside:

Cheers and have a peel-tastic week ahead!❤️

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BISSKISS Sneak Peek!!!! 🦜✨

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Mar 123 min read

With T-Minus 3 weeks(!!!) until the Silver Blood Kickstarter officially launches, I wanted to share some special sneak peeks with you!

(BTW, if you haven't seen the SB/GB cover reveal, you can drool over that right here!)

First up: The exclusive "early bird" goodie! 🦜

Everyone who makes a pledge in the first 12 hours will receive this adorable "Bisskiss" goodie for free! Earlier today I asked my reader group if they preferred Biscuit as a sticker, pin, or magnet, and their overwhelming response was..... MAGNET!!! 🥳

There will also be a super ultimate AMAZEBALLS tier limited to the first 25 people (who want it). You can see all that entails in my reader group!

If you're unfamiliar with Kickstarter, here's how it works:

Kickstarter is a crowdfunding platform where creators launch projects, and backers pledge money to support them. A pledge is similar to a preorder—you’re reserving exclusive rewards (like special editions, merch, or early access) in advance.

It’s all-or-nothing funding, meaning the project must reach its goal by the deadline, or no money is charged. Kickstarter is secure and safe to use—funds are only collected if the project is successful - in this case, at the end of April. (After tax refunds, yay!)

It’s a great way to support indie creators while getting unique, limited-edition goodies! ✨

Answers to other Silver Blood-related FAQ's:

The Kickstarter (KS) will go live on April 1st (no, that's not a joke ;)) and will last approximately 25 days
The black-out versions are ULTRA-LIMITED and will not be permanent. Gilded Blood will return to its pink format and Silver Blood will have a permanent edition as well, likely TBA in Q4 2025. (It will not be pink or black.)
I will have a few extra black-out editions on-hand after the KS (assuming we fund), but the only guaranteed way to get a black-out copy is via KS. We are only doing one printing of this collector's edition.
There will be a matching slipcover that holds both books. (No, you do not need to buy both books - Silver Blood can be purchased on its own.)
Yes, the original pink omnibus will fit in the new 2-book slipcase.
Yes, the original artist (Uwe) is returning! There will be at least 3 brand-new illustrations in SB!
Yes, there will be amazing add-ons (including a certain plushie!!!!)
NO, you won't have to wait until 2026 to get your book(s) - we are already well underway with production, assuming the project funds! 🤞
Yes, there will be stretch goals - very, VERY cool stretch goals!
The Ultimate Tier is limited to 25 people. The locket can ONLY be received via this tier. It will not be an add-on.

And I'm Off (Again)!✈️

This weekend you'll find me in Indianapolis (for the first time ever!) for Indiana Comic Con, where I've been invited to be a special guest. (Those poor showrunners don't know what they signed up for 😈!)

I'll also be on four panels:

Worldbuilding: Creating a Fantasy World That Wows
Friday, 4-5 pm | Room 140
Crafting Remarkable Magic Systems
Friday, 5-6 pm | Room 140
Smut vs. Steam: A Battle of the Bedroom (and Beyond!)
Friday, 6-7 pm | Room 107
Rebel Women of Pop Culture
Saturday, 11am - noon | Room 104

Hope to see you there! Have a fabulous week ahead!❤️

Itching for MORE snark, shenanigans, and signed bananas? Come join my brand-new reader group, Rachel's Renergades! 🍌 🍌 🍌

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A Word from our Beloved Box Bish📦✨

A huge thanks to the Renerverse community! You all made the Scratch 'n Dent sale a huge success. (Over 100 orders in two days, WOW!!) I'm so happy we were able to get so many of these pink beauties into your hands - thank you also to my new boxing assistant, Meg, for helping us get them all packed!

Can't wait for our next adventure together - see you at the Kickstarter launch! Happy reading!!!

💜 Dani,

a.k.a., Box Bish

Silver Blood cover reveal and GIGUNDO half-off sale!!!

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Mar 53 min read

(Don't miss the HUGE upcoming 50% off special edition sale at the bottom of this email!)

Well, faster than I EVER could have imagined, we have hit 500 followers on the Silver Blood Special Edition Pre-Launch page. Which means it's time for.....

THE SILVER BLOOD (AND GILDED BLOOD) SPECIAL EDITION COVER REVEAL(S)!!!🥳

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And because I know you guys so well, I've already answered what I anticipate will be your top 10 FAQs 😘

1. The Kickstarter (KS) launches on or around April 1st (no, that's not a joke) and will last 25 days.

2. The black-out editions are ULTRA-LIMITED and will not be permanent.

3. I will have a few extras on-hand after the KS (assuming we fund), but the only guaranteed way to get a black-out copy is via KS. We are only doing one printing of this collector's edition.

4. You do not have to buy the black-out version of the Gilded Blood omnibus. You can either get SB & GB together or a la carte :)

5. Yes, the original pink omnibus will fit in the new 2-book slipcase.

6. Yes, the original artist (Uwe) is returning. There will be at least 3 brand-new illustrations in SB!

7. Yes, there will be amazing add-ons (including a certain plushie!!!!)

8. NO, you won't have to wait until 2026 to get your book(s) - we are already well underway with production, assuming the project funds! (😬)

9. Yes, there will be an awesome early bird tier, limited to the first 15 people who select it. (More info on that later!)

10. I will probably add a special early-bird reward for everyone who pledges within the first 24 hours. Gift TBD, suggestions welcome in the meantime!

Follow the project here!!

For those of you unfamiliar with Kickstarter:

KS is a crowdfunding website that is safe, secure, and used by millions.
You can sign up for free and it takes about 10 seconds.
Following a project does not equal pledging. Following just means you'll be notified when the project goes live.
A pledge is not a charge to your credit card. A pledge is a commitment, and you will be only be charged at the end of the project. (Unless you cancel your pledge beforehand.)
If the project does not fund, you will not be charged.
There are no hidden fees.
No one on my team has access to your private financial data or CC info.
Sharing is caring - the more people who follow and pledge, the higher the likelihood that this dream becomes a reality!!

As promised, we have a few sales happening this week to commemorate the upcoming Kickstarter (as well as help those of you who have not yet read the series get your hands on this epic, funny, steamy 5-book series!

From now through Friday, you can get Inked for free and read the rest of the series at a steep discount!

Please help us spread the word!♥️

💜Gigundo 50% off sale!!!💜

Even more exciting, we are running a 48-hour ONLY 50%-off sale on special edition Gilded Blood omnibuses with extremely minor damage.

You can get up to $65 off for tiny imperfections like small scratches, minor foil flaking, etc. While the sale won't be open to the public until the 7th, newsletter subscribers (a.k.a. YOU!) can start shopping now! Just enter coupon code SECRET50 in the promo field at checkout and the 50% savings will automatically be applied!

Cheers and happy reading!!❤️

Itching for MORE snark, shenanigans, and signed bananas? Come join my brand-new reader group, Rachel's Renergades! 🍌 🍌 🍌

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