Books for a Better Year: Self-Care Tools & Tricks for 2026

A project in Portland, OR by Microcosm Publishing
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Reads to meet the new year rested, resourced, healthy, and hopeful for what's ahead!
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Backers: 84
Average Pledge Per Backer: $49

Funded: $4,148 of $3,500
Dates: Nov 6th -> Nov 26th (21 days)
Project By: Microcosm Publishing
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Five days to go! Check out these special add-ons :)

November 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone! How's it going?  We are so excited to see that we're only about $700 from our goal, with five more days to go—thank you!  There is a lot going on in this campaign—many zines, abundant books, fun stickers, knowledge and support... (Read More)

A look inside our featured books: art, diversity, and healing burnout—together!

November 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi, fabulous backers! I hope your week is off to a gentle start. Here's my take: When the world is throwing a lot at us like it is right now, we need clarity and connection, not more commercial "self-care" products to buy. And taking care of... (Read More)

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November 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi folks,Welcome to Microcosm's "Books for a Better Year: Self-Care Tools & Tricks for 2026" Kickstarter!Daley here, your friendly neighborhood marketing & publicity supervisor for Microcosm Publishing. I'm part of the team that connects our... (Read More)

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