Go Away, Mama!

A project in Maple Grove, MN by Chelsea Fadden
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A children's book about a strong-willed girl and her devoted mom who navigate life’s milestones together.
Backers: 150
Average Pledge Per Backer: $54

Funded: $8,030 of $5,000
Dates: Jul 9th -> Aug 8th (30 days)
Project By: Chelsea Fadden
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Latest News

One week left!

July 31st - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, Tonight I'm celebrating 151% funded and that we've climbed over the $7,500 mark. So cool. And all thanks to you!  Let's see if we can't hit $8K in the next few days...and then maybe there's still hope for that $10K stretch goal. Even if... (Read More)

Quick update

July 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi friends! A quick update to say we're $2,600 away from the stretch goal with about two weeks to go. I know I keep harping on it but I can't tell you how much I appreciate your support and Kickstarter love these past several weeks. I'd love to get... (Read More)

Celebrating 125 backers!

July 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone! Just a quick update to celebrate the fact that we've hit 125 backers for this book. We are now just shy of $2,800 from the stretch goal and still have 20 days left. I know I sound like a broken record but I'd love it if you would please... (Read More)

Printer proofs!

July 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey friends, Just a quick update that I got to review the final files of the book tonight with my publisher Lily from Beavers Pond Press and they are looking fantastic! Next up, we'll be sending them off to the printer. Our timing is still looking... (Read More)

100 backers and a STRETCH GOAL!

July 11th - via: kickstarter.com
We've hit 100 backers in three days! So proud to celebrate this milestone with you and I just want to thank you again for your amazing generosity. You have made it happen! I want to make sure and let you know how important every single donation is to... (Read More)

You did it!!!!

July 10th - via: kickstarter.com
We made it to 100%!!!!! In less than two days, you have made me almost as happy as I was on my wedding day! To that end, here's one of my favorite illustrations from the book, the wedding. Just look at that mama admiring her beloved daughter! ... (Read More)

Almost there!

July 10th - via: kickstarter.com
When I popped online tonight and saw we were at 96%, well let's just say I may have screamed a little. I'm feeling like... That said, we still have 28 days left...and I'm fairly certain that not everyone has had a chance to reserve their copy of the... (Read More)

More than 3/4 of the way there!

July 10th - via: kickstarter.com
We're getting closer by the hour, folks. I'm still amazed at the progress as it's only day two. Your donations so far have been amazing. Keep sharing with your friends, family and coworkers. I so appreciate it! Also, just a fun fact that so far,... (Read More)

65%!!!

July 10th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

We're halfway there!

July 9th - via: kickstarter.com
You guys. Day 1 is not even finished and here we are sitting at 50% funded. Absolutely amazing!  To say I feel supported is beyond an understatement. The blood, sweat, tears and HOURS of sitting at Starbucks preparing for this are starting to pay... (Read More)

Just wow.

July 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi friends! All I can say is wow...we've surpassed the 40% mark in less than four hours. I'm so incredibly excited, amazed and humbled by your support. When I hit "launch" this morning I was praying that I'd at least get a couple hundred dollars by... (Read More)

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