Scaling Your Comics Crowdfunding with Writer Caleb Palmquist

Prolific comics writer Caleb Palmquist returns to ComixLaunch! Caleb has successfully launched over 30 Kickstarter campaigns, including popular series like ‘Dragon Grit,’ ‘Swords of Arthur,’ ‘Modern Mythology,’ and ‘Unicorn Vampire Hunter,’ which is now returning with its eighth issue. Caleb shares insights into his journey, the challenges of maintaining an ambitious release schedule while also holding down a day job, the importance of project management, and strategies to increase efficiency in fulfillment and promotion. Whether you’re a seasoned creator or new to the world of Kickstarter, this conversation is packed with tips and inspiration for you. Don’t miss it!

Highlights of This Session Include:

Tips for running multiple projects simultaneously
Caleb’s valuable advice for creators on managing their time and resources effectively.
Thoughts on bringing a project back after a longer than expected hiatus.
Plus: What it would take for Caleb and Tyler to jump to the Kickstarter Pledge Manager from Backerkit.

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Today’s Featured Guest:

Caleb Palmquist writes comics. A lot of comics! His work includes Dragon Grit, Swords of Arthur, Vampire Detective in Space, Modern Mythology and Unicorn: Vampire Hunter, which is back for its 8th issue on Kickstarter now.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Show:

Unicorn: Vampire Hunter #1-8: Fantasy Adventure Comic Book
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/giraffe-design/unicorn-vampire-hunter-1-8/description

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