Compelling Science Fiction: The First Collection

A project in Boulder, CO by Joe Stech
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The first-ever print collection from compellingsciencefiction.com. The best stories, in beautiful bound form.
Backers: 246
Average Pledge Per Backer: $50

Funded: $12,242 of $10,000
Dates: Aug 1st -> Aug 31st (30 days)
Project By: Joe Stech
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Latest News

Stretch goal hit!

August 31st - via: kickstarter.com
Wow, we broke 120% and hit our stretch goal! I'm excited to be adding a 5th story to the special issue: "The Alien in Redwood Creek" by Steve Wire. We've only got 4 hours left until the end of the campaign! I'm aiming to get the special issue... (Read More)

Stretch goal, extra story!

August 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Whew, it's been an incredible 24 hours. We went from 88% to 108%, and I'm happy to say that I can now present our first stretch goal! If we reach $12,000 before the end of the campaign, we'll be adding the all-new story "The Alien in Redwood Creek"... (Read More)

The final special companion issue story is by Benjamin C. Kinney!

August 27th - via: kickstarter.com
We're over 100% as of a few minutes ago, I am beyond delighted! Thank you all so much for supporting the creation of the science fiction you want to see in the world, and let's finish out these last 4 days strong. The 4th and final story in the... (Read More)

New story from Pip Coen!

August 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
80%, we're so close! Only 8 days left, so spread the word if you can! I'm very happy to announce the 3rd story in our special companion issue that will be made available to all backers as soon as the campaign ends: the 6200 word "Shatter like Steel,... (Read More)

The second story has been selected for the special companion issue!

August 12th - via: kickstarter.com
At 64% with 19 days to go, I'm happy to announce the second story in the special companion issue: "Rebirth" by Mike Adamson. Marie Somerville has been in pain for decades -- arthritis, migraines, digestive issues, and dozens of age-related maladies... (Read More)

WSFA Small Press Award!

August 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi backers, I'm very proud to announce that Pip Coen's "Floaters Can't Float" is a finalist for the WSFA Small Press Award! The award is a special one, because all identifying information of the story is removed before WSFA members vote. Thus... (Read More)

Special companion issue!

August 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Dear backers, I am amazed at and grateful for the support we've received for the book so far. 38% funded in the first 5 days, we're well on our way! Now that the initial outpouring of support has slowed a little, though, I'll need all the help I can... (Read More)

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