2 Simonetti Interiors & A New Kickstarter
almost 3 years ago
– Wed, Jun 16, 2021 at 11:47:26 PM
Hi Shannara Backers,
Time if flying. June is here and with it some new art! Marc Simonetti is hard at work on the interiors for The Scions of Shannara. He's almost done. I decided to share two of those pieces so you can see it is all happening. Terry is thrilled by the six interiors he's seen so far. I am too.
Also, there is a new Kickstarter that just launched for an anthology titled THE KING MUST FALL. Terry isn't contributing to it but I was invited. My contribution became a 20,000-word novella -- so a huge piece that I think Terry's fans will love since it is epic fantasy. The anthology has some other great writers contributing to it too.
For your consideration: https://bit.ly/3zz8WCk
Okay, back to work for me!
Shawn Speakman
Marc Simonetti Continues His Work
almost 3 years ago
– Tue, May 18, 2021 at 06:55:57 PM
Hi Shannara Backers,
Just a short update to share that Marc Simonetti continues his work on the interiors for special editions of The Scions of Shannara. Today I am sharing a bit about the process.
First, Marc finds time. That's usually the hardest part. He is always busy working on book or movie production art. Once he can work, here is how it goes:
- I send Marc scene ideas that I think will work. In this case, 10 of them.
- Marc reads the scene to get a feel for it
- He then does a quick digital sketch to lays out the art and color palette
- I receive the sketch and forward to Terry. We discuss it. Usually we love it and give Marc the go ahead
- Marc paints the scene
- Terry and I give final approval.
The scene below is obviously Cogline and Walker. Undoubtedly, they are discussing the Druid History volume and what's needed to save the Four Lands from the Shadowen. Cogline is adamant; Walker is defensive. I really can't wait to see this one finished because it may go on my wall.
Anyway, we are working through the various pieces of artwork and merchandise needed.
More news soon!
Shawn
54 Backers Have Not Completed Their BackerKit Survey + Marc Simonetti Sketch
almost 3 years ago
– Thu, May 13, 2021 at 04:06:57 AM
Hi Shannara Backers,
This is just a short reminder for only a handful of backers. But the image below is for everyone!
First, 54 Kickstarter backers haven't completed their BackerKit survey. The survey is necessary to complete your Kickstarter order. Because that's where people pay their shipping, give us their mailing address, and it's where any Add-Ons can be done. So if you are unsure whether or not you've completed that survey or done it correctly, do reach out to me at [email protected]. I will look into it. Thanks!
And Marc Simonetti is hard at work on the interiors. Below is a sketch he just sent me this morning. Once approved, he'll paint it. Do you approve? :)
Cheers!
Shawn
BackerKit Deadline Looms & Two Giveaways You May Want To Know About
about 3 years ago
– Wed, Apr 28, 2021 at 02:59:59 AM
Hi Shannara Readers,
In February, Terry and I launched a Kickstarter for special editions of The Scions of Shannara and Indomitable. The Kickstarter did very well. We decided to give people two months to complete their add-on purchases and to pay for shipping in BackerKit. And also during those two months, people who missed out on the Kickstarter could still pre-order their Signed & Numbered editions of Scions and Indomitable.
This is just a reminder that the BackerKit will close on May 1st. That means you only have this week to pre-order your copies/merchandise or finish up your BackerKit survey. After that… you may not get a chance again at some of these items. To view the BackerKit store and see what’s available, click HERE.
Now. On to the giveaways! Last week, I posted about the Child of Light book club on TerryBrooks.net. If you haven’t entered the lottery but want to read Terry’s new book early, click HERE and read up on it. The opportunity to enter will close tonight at midnight Pacific Time. And tomorrow, Terry and I will use a random number generator to select the lottery winners at 11 AM PT during a Facebook Live. Stay tuned on that front.
The other giveaway is for The Undone Life of Jak Dreadth, my new 32,000-word e-novella that leads into September’s hardcover, ebook, and audiobook release of my new novel, The Tempered Steel of Antiquity Grey. That book has been recommended by Terry, Robin Hobb, John Joseph Adams, Mark Lawrence, Aidan Moher, and Janny Wurts. Click HERE to win one of twenty (20) e-novellas for The Undone Life of Jak Dreadth. It is the easiest way to discover my writing without having to buy an entire novel.
Hope you all are having an excellent Monday. Or as excellent as a Monday allows all of us to be. Ha. Will see many of you tomorrow during the Facebook Live with Terry. I’m excited for that!
Your WebDruid,
Shawn Speakman
BackerKit Add-On Store Is Active!
about 3 years ago
– Tue, Mar 23, 2021 at 09:45:31 PM
Hi Shannara Fans,
A quick update here! But a good one. BackerKit has reviewed and authorized our Add-On Store.
What can you do in the Add-On Store? It is a necessary part of the Kickstarter. It is where you will pay for your shipping costs as well as enter in your mailing address for your Kickstarter items. But it is more than that. On the Add-On Store, you can add merchandise items to your order and pay for them too. The coins. The map. The art portfolio. Etc. Etc. You get the picture.
Click HERE to visit the Add-On store. You should also receive a survey in your email too that let's you know how to go about doing it.
Happy Scions Day!
Shawn
