INKfluence Kickstarter Campaigns:
Success Stories

At The INKfluence, we have successfully managed and elevated numerous Kickstarter campaigns for authors, helping them bring their creative visions to life. Below are detailed case studies highlighting the achievements of five standout campaigns. From massive follower-to-backer conversions to incredible funding success in under an hour, these projects exemplify what is possible with the right strategy and execution.

Sierra Simone’s Priest Series: The Sacred & Sinful Editions campaign ignited instant excitement, funding in just 3 minutes and surpassing its goal by over 4,000%. With more than 2,100 backers and nearly 1,900 video plays, the campaign demonstrated extraordinary engagement and an impressive 48% conversion rate, becoming one of the year’s standout romance Kickstarter successes.

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Selkie Myth’s Beneath the Dragoneye Moons Complete Collector’s Edition Set soared past expectations, reaching full funding in only 13 minutes and climbing to over 2,700% funded. With 52% conversion and $456K pledged, this campaign captivated a dedicated audience eager to bring the epic world of BTDEM to life through stunning collector’s editions.

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Greer Rivers’ Kickstarter campaign for The Tattered Curtain Collector’s Edition was a testament to the power of strong fan engagement. With a high follower-to-backer conversion rate and substantial support in under an hour, this project exceeded expectations, unlocking additional features and stretch goals within days of launching.

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"The INKfluence started it all. I was just an overwhelmed author sitting on gorgeous special editions with no clue how to finance them until The INKfluence team picked me up and held my hand through this process. Not only has The INKfluence been an amazing partner in this Kickstarter, but they also have some awesome artists on staff! They put up with my numerous revisions and notes to help my pipe dream come to life."
Greer Rivers
#1 Amazon Bestselling Author

Kat Singleton’s Black Tie Billionaires campaign became a prime example of fan loyalty and enthusiasm. With over $160k pledged, it soared to 1631% of its funding goal, attracting hundreds of backers in a matter of hours. The campaign’s robust video play rate and strong follower engagement drove massive participation.

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“I can’t say enough amazing things about The Inkfluence and the people who run it. From designing and producing special edition books to Kickstarter management, they are now an absolutely essential part of my business. The wonderful people running The Inkfluence have this infectious enthusiasm that makes working with them so much fun. They truly understand customer service to the point where I feel spoiled at times. I’m so glad I found them and can’t wait to continue this partnership for many years to come!”
Kat Singleton
USA Today Bestselling Author

The Kickstarter for I.V. Ophelia’s The Poisoner Special Edition was a massive success, achieving nearly 3000% of its funding goal. The high follower-to-backer conversion rate of 47% was a standout, showcasing the strong interest from the project’s audience. The campaign unlocked multiple stretch goals and was fully funded within the first hour.

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Lucy Lennox’s Made Marian Special Edition Collector’s Set achieved rapid success, funding in just 10 minutes and closing at 2,389% of its goal. Drawing 720 video plays and 353 backers, the campaign’s 32% conversion rate reflected the deep loyalty of her fanbase and the enduring appeal of this beloved MM romance series.

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Dakota Krout’s Ritualist: Grimoire Edition Kickstarter is another success story. The campaign rapidly gained traction, reaching over 500% of its funding goal in a short time. With high engagement, a solid follower conversion rate, and a quick funding timeline, it continued to drive excitement among backers.

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Holly Roberds’ Fated, Feisty, & Foiled: The Lost Girls Collector’s Editions quickly won over backers, funding in 4 minutes and reaching more than 2,000% of its goal. With 527 video plays, a 25% conversion rate, and over $104K pledged, the campaign’s strong momentum and enthusiastic support underscored the passion of her growing fanbase.

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Summer O’Toole’s Fox Family Crime Syndicate: Deluxe Collector’s Editions captivated readers from the first moments—fully funding in 3 minutes and soaring to 2,170% funded. With 735 video plays, a 32% conversion rate, and over $108K pledged, the campaign proved the magnetic pull of her dark, addictive romance worlds.

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The Power of Kickstarter: Lessons from Success

These case studies not only highlight the financial success of each campaign but also demonstrate the power of strategic marketing and community engagement. Whether it’s converting followers into backers or maximizing video completion rates, every element of these campaigns was designed to drive success.

Are you ready to take your next project to new heights? Contact The INKfluence to learn more about how we can help you achieve record-breaking success on Kickstarter!

#KickstarterReads Stats

Source: Kickstarter

98k projects launched

$608m dollars pledged

4.1m backers

2023 was the 4th best-year-ever in a row

Current success rate: 64%

Success rate for projects with 25+ backers: 85%