Welcome to this week’s Beat’s Comic Crowdfunding Roundup!
100 FAQs about manga production
Original author: Sherry Bond (writer/creator)
Goal: $5,000
End date: February 22, 2026
Bonus: Get a digital copy for $10, a physical copy for $15, or a retail bundle for $60.
Know the basics. Avoid failure.
Veteran comics editor Shelly Bond brought something truly unique to Roundup with this project. The title itself speaks for itself, but doesn’t fully capture the enormous amount of work behind it. Drawing on decades of experience from the start of his career in 1987 to the present, Bond offers readers the opportunity to learn first-hand from its history. Whether you’re looking for guidance or just love comics, this project is a fascinating addition to any collection.
Become a patron here.
I feel destiny! 1 volume
Original author: Joe Karg (creator/editor) Anthology series
Goal: $7,500
End date: February 28, 2026
Merchandise: Digital copies are available for $20, physical copies are available for $65, signed copies are available for $75, and the Doom Tote Bundle is available at the top tier for $100.
An anthology of illustrated stories that explore how we disrupt, rebuild, and keep moving forward.
Destroy, rebuild, and keep going. That is the central focus of this project, and it conveys its message perfectly. No wonder this campaign has already raised over $10,000. Seeing as this comic centers around generational horror, it was easy to see why. Tackling themes like this resonates with a wide range of audiences, especially in times that can feel dark. Combined with striking artwork and deeply layered storytelling, I Feel Doomed delivers an impactful story within an independent comics space that any comic book fan or fan of thoughtful, emotional media will appreciate.
Become a patron here.
RiffTrax brings MST3K to life! — 4 new episodes in 2026!
Creator: RiffTrax: Mike, Bill, Kevin
Goal: $20,000
End date: February 10, 2026
Bonus: Get the Rifftrax Bonus Pack for $30, Get the Experiment 01 Tier for $50, Get All 4 Expirations for $75, or at higher tiers, Get the Pin Set for $125. There are many more.
Mike, Kevin, and Bill return to the Satellite of Love for Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Riftrax Experiment!
RiffTrax returns to where it all began with Mystery Science Theater 3000: The RiffTrax Experiments. At a time when the Muppets are just returning to television screens, bringing Mike Nelson back to Satellite of Love alongside Kevin Murphy and Bill Corbett feels especially timely and exciting for longtime fans. With four brand new episodes produced with the same handcrafted care that defined the original series, and with Shout! Studios on board as a partner, this project already feels like a major event. Add in the theatrical “Fathom” premiere scheduled for the first episode, and this return recreates what fans love most about MST3K while giving RiffTrax room to evolve the format into a new era.
Become a patron here.
kill! / Girlfriend Survives – Double First Issue Flip Book
Creator: Jeremy Whitley (writer/co-creator), Alex Smith (co-creator), Luc nakashoji (co-creator)
Goal: $5,000
End date: March 5, 2026
Bonus: Get a digital copy for $10, a physical copy for $16, or a signed copy for $30. Or at higher levels you can get retail bundles and more.
On the other hand, this is the first issue of the fantasy/horror/western “SLAY”! From writer Jeremy Whitley, artist Alex Smith, colorist Kelly Fitzpatrick, and letterer Taylor Esposito, Girlfriend Survival is the first in a never-before-seen series of superhero stories written by Jeremy Whitley, illustrated by Luc Nakashoji, and colored by Jamie Noguchi.
Jeremy Whitley returns to Zoop with SLAY! / The Girlfriend Survives is a first edition two-disc flip book that combines two very different, but equally fascinating stories into one collector’s release. On the one hand, SLAY! A fantasy horror western about blood, monsters, and the tensions of growing up as a woman. The story follows a young woman who impersonates a legendary monster hunter and learns firsthand the dangers of meeting a hero. Flip the book around and Girlfriend Survive is reconfigured into a superhero trope through the eyes of a civilian lover who refuses to become another victim. Backed by a strong creative line-up and a format designed to feel special from the start, this project showcases Whitley’s breadth and what sets this flipbook apart from other flipbooks.
Become a patron here.
Disney Villains Deluxe Graphic Novel & Mystery Bag
Production: Dynamite Entertainment
Goal: $1,959
End date: February 26, 2026
Merchandise: Each physical copy is available for $25, limited foil edition for $25, hardcover for $35, or at higher tiers, autographed copies for $50, etc.
Four dastardly villains – Cruella, Hades, Scar, and Maleficent – bring you an incredible, gorgeous graphic novel for your Disney collection!
Dynamite Entertainment takes a closer look at Disney’s most iconic villains with the Disney Villains Deluxe Graphic Novels & Mystery Bag. Featuring Cruella, Hades, Scar, and Maleficent, this project offers an oversized Kickstarter exclusive collection that brings each character to life. With the world premiere of the Scar graphic novel, multiple signed and marked editions, and a wide range of premium collectibles, the campaign has already exceeded its funding goal. Whether you’re drawn to the villains themselves, the creative team behind them, or the rewards, this project is made for fans who watched this era begin from beginning to end.
Become a patron here.
For more on The Beat’s crowdfunding roundup, check out this archived post.
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