Ennead: The Rule of Nine | An Epic Fantasy Saga, Books #1-6

A project in Jersey City, NJ by J. L. Johnson Jr.
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Over 40 new pages in this spaghetti western, fantasy that values diversity, representation, and marginalized voices.
Backers: 222
Average Pledge Per Backer: $36

Funded: $7,964 of $5,000
Dates: Sep 7th -> Oct 6th (29 days)
Project By: J. L. Johnson Jr.
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