Welcome to this week’s Beat’s Comic Crowdfunding Roundup! This week, The Public Defender, Thunder Guardian, Bronwyn, and a few more are at the top.
Public Defender #1: The Life of a Super Lazy Man
Creator: Jeff Schiller (Creator/Writer/), Art: Nima Sorat, Ignacio Di Meglio, Jeff Foulsham, David Lujan, Jenny Felmming, and many more!
Goal: $4,400
End date: February 1st
Bonus: Get a digital copy for $5, a physical copy for $10, and a digital thank you package for $15. At a higher level, you can get the Jeff Schiller Digital Catchup Package Bundle for $30.
What happens when a stoner gets bitten by a radioactive lawyer? Check out this anthology of 16 stories about THE PUBLIC DEFENDER!
The Public Defender is a superhero satirical anthology born from the mind of Jeff Schiller. Over 16 independent artists used their skills to bring the project to life, following an evil plot in which a stoner is turned into a superhero by a radioactive lawyer. It’s reminiscent of comics like The Tick and American Splendor. If you’re looking for a good laugh and an interesting story, look no further. This is a self-aware comic that’s definitely worth adding to your collection. Be sure to check out the page before it’s too late!
Become a patron here.
thunder guardian
Creator: Riley Brown and Will Brown (Creator/Writer/Artist)
Goal: $2,000
End date: January 13, 2025
Benefits: Earn $10 for a digital copy, $10 for a physical copy, $35 for a super bundle, or $50 in fees on top tiers, and more.
Join the father-son team of Riley Brown (Deadpool, Batman/Fortnite: Zero Point) and Will Brown (Elementary School) as they tell the story of the Thunder Guardian and his friends and their battles against space pirates, monster boogers, and the military. . Evil Unknown!
This ZOOP project can be summed up in one word: “sound.” A twist? Riley Brown, the acclaimed artist known for his work on Deadpool and Batman, has teamed up with his son Will Brown. He is an elementary school student. This is young Will’s first project, and all of it is inspired by his own paintings. Riley brings her son’s imaginative creations to life, creating a vibrant superhero world with incredible artwork and color. Together, they created an exciting new superhero story. Don’t miss this amazing project. Check it out before it ends in 13 days.
Become a patron here.
Bronwyn: A collection of short stories
Creator: Isaac George (Creator/Writer/Artist)
Goal: $341
End date: January 16th
Bonus: Get a digital copy of the collection for $5, a physical collection for $15, a Bronwyn PDF bundle for $25, or at higher levels, the full question collection for $65, and more.
The adventures of Bronwyn and Vivian Jones continue in a world full of fantasy, myth and legend.
Bronwyn is a tale of myth and legend, an adventure story about protagonists similar to Xena, including a warrior princess, Wonder Woman, and even Red Sonja. This project has been featured on Kickstarter in many issues, but now it has been compiled into one collection. This type of project is perfect for fantasy fans who love indies. And for those looking to start a new adventure, owning the entire collection is only $15. It’s no wonder that this campaign doubled the project goal. Check out the campaign and decide for yourself. It’s worth a look.
Become a patron here.
Introduction to Manga + How-to Returns for Self-Publishing
Creator: Josh Baylock (Creator/Writer/Artist)
Goal: $999
End date: January 13th
Bonus: Get a physical booklet for $7, a digital copy for $7, a digital and physical combo for $15, and a physical combo for $25. Or, at a higher level, you can get a Zoom Workshop Group + Book for $30, etc.
Help us fund an all-new prose guide to pioneering comics in turbulent times, and bring classic how-to books back into print
Recognizing the gap in resources for aspiring comics creators, Josh Blaylock published How to Self-Publish Comics: Don’t Just Create It in 2006. Originally a series of booklets, it was later compiled into a prose nonfiction book and updated many times. The latest version will be released in 2021. The book received a lot of attention in 2018 when it became required reading at SCAD University, a leading educational institution for manga artists. Although its circulation is only a few thousand copies, it has gained a reputation as the “biggest secret” in the world of self-publishing. We at The Beat believe this is a gem, and you won’t want to miss out on this new project.
Become a patron here.
tricitycon 2025
Producer: Tricitycon
Goal: $4,000
End date: February 7th
Merchandise: Saturday tickets are $5, Sunday tickets are $5, weekend tickets are $8, and at higher levels you can get TCC Art Comics for $8, etc.
Tri-City Con will be held in Grand Island and will feature comic books, original art, toys, and trading cards.
Obviously, this is not a regular addition to our comics roundup, but it would be a mistake not to touch on the events of the comic, even if it’s from a different part of the country. That being said, this scam was founded last year by Wes Tjaden and Gabriel Perez. Tri-City Con brings together fans of pop culture, comics, anime, gaming, and more to Nebraska’s Tri-City area (Grand Island, Kearney, Hastings). Chaden, owner of Comic Cop in Grand Island, and Perez, a well-known Nebraska artist whose career includes mural art and comic book cover publishing, created the convention to celebrate fandom and give back to the community. Established.
The inaugural event, held on March 30, 2024, at the Aurora Cooperative Pavilion in Grand Island, attracted more than 2,000 attendees and raised more than $1,300 for the Grace Cancer Foundation. This local charity provides financial and emotional support to cancer patients and their families, offering resources such as gas cards, mental health services, and household assistance. The two founders are deeply committed to making a difference in their communities by combining their love of pop culture with meaningful causes.
We had to put a spotlight on this event. If you live nearby or just want to support a good cause or local comic book event, check out this page.
Become a patron here.
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