Then It Was Dark

A project in Chicago, IL by Sarah Benkin
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A collection of paranormal experiences, true ghost stories, friend-of-friend tales and brushes with the unknown.
Backers: 502
Average Pledge Per Backer: $32

Funded: $16,088 of $15,000
Dates: Apr 25th -> May 25th (30 days)
Project By: Sarah Benkin
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Latest News

FUNDED! Stretch goals, livestream, poll results + awesome backers!

May 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
We did it, thanks to all of you! We hit our funding goal with a little more than 48 hours to go! From here out, we'll be working on stretch goals. The more money we raise, the more the artists get paid, and there's some really cool extras to be... (Read More)

Day 7 Poll Results + REVENGE OF THE LIVESTREAM!

May 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Backers! Here's the latest cover poll results! If you want to take part in this backers-only poll to determine what the cover of Then It Was Dark will look like, you can see the sketches here! Also, I'll be livestreaming again on the Then It Was... (Read More)

Thanks to Backers!

May 21st - via: kickstarter.com
After being picked for Project Of The Day, we've been getting a ton of wonderful, generous new backers! I'd like to give a special shout out to those who've given over $100, including these wonderful people:  And a special shout out to one amazing... (Read More)

Day 6 Poll Results + PROJECT OF THE DAY!

May 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Backers! First off, I'm happy to announce that we've been picked as Kickstarter's Project of the Day today! Welcome to all new backers who've found out about us through the front page! Second, here are the current cover poll results: For new... (Read More)

Technical difficulties, Livestream is here now

May 20th - via: kickstarter.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPH_axNZJIY&list=HL1400626428&feature=mh_lolz (Read More)

LIVESTREAM is going on now!

May 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Click here to join in!  (Read More)

Day 5 Poll results!

May 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Backers! As you can see, not much change from yesterday, just another vote for 5. But the poll will still be running for the rest of the month, so don't worry if you haven't voted yet. Also, the first of several livestreams for Then It Was Dark... (Read More)

Day 4 of Poll Results! + LIVESTREAM!

May 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Backers! Lookie loo, got a poll for you! Here are today's results of the backers-only cover poll!  And a special announcement, coming to you, my backers, before anyone else! I'll be doing a livestream for Then It Was Dark tomorrow evening at... (Read More)

Day 3 of Poll Results!

May 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Backers! Here are today's cover poll results: As of writing this, we're $106 away from being 60% funded! Since most Kickstarter projects that reach 60% reach funding, that's a big milestone! And we couldn't have gotten where we are without the... (Read More)

Poll Results Day 2 + Backers!

May 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey backers! Got new results for the cover poll up for you! As you can see, Karen Kuo's #4 is still the favorite, but Diana Nock's #2 is gaining!  This backers-only poll will continue to run for the rest of the month. All backers, even those who... (Read More)

Day 1 of Poll Results + Speculative Romance!

May 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Backers! Well, the first results of the cover poll are in: As you can see, Karen Kuo is a strong contender! But don't despair if you're gunning for the other covers, because this poll will be going for the remainder of the month, so tell your... (Read More)

BACKERS ONLY -- You choose the cover of TIWD!

May 15th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

New roughs + Backers!

May 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey backers!  Sarah ‘Pickles’ Dill of Distillum.com just sent in some roughs for her story, The Copperhead. These are roughs, not final pencils, but the atmosphere of the story really comes through in them!   Also, while I’m here I’d like... (Read More)

Awesome Backers, Free Sketches and Horizon!

May 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Backers! Well, we’re about halfway through the Kickstarter’s funding period. Since the middle is the time that kickstarters tend to slow down and fall into a slump, I’m announcing a little promotion just for you all.  From now until the... (Read More)

1/3 THERE! Cover Art and Design Unscripted!

May 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Hello everyone!  Well, we’re 1/3 of the way towards our funding, and we couldn't have gotten this far without all of you! As a way to thank you, we’re letting our backers help pick the cover! Before this Kickstarter is over, all backers (and... (Read More)

New stretch goal! A story written by Dirk Manning and drawn by Sires J. Black!

April 26th - via: kickstarter.com
A new stretch goal has been added for Then It Was Dark! $17,500 will unlock a special bonus story written by Dirk Manning and drawn by Sires J. Black!   Dirk Manning, acclaimed writer of such horror comics such as NIGHTMARE WORLD, TALES OF MR. RHEE,... (Read More)

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