Bring your books to life with the inkfluence + kickstarter

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Who We Are

Kickstarter is a crowdfunding platform built to turn a creator’s dreams into a reality. Here’s how we help….

😣 Problem

Time is money, and for authors, new content is vital for survival. An author’s focus should be on writing and generating more material to gain traction, yet there's so much more to do. How can one person manage it all—building a business, marketing, selling, and repeating the process?

🫡 Mission

Our mission is to free up authors' time so they can focus on writing while we collaborate to share the load of campaign creation and management. We help creators launch beautiful book campaigns and generate a new revenue stream, expanding their business through a platform that boosts not only their earnings but also their long-term customer lifetime value. Additionally, we help them reach new readers and audiences from an untapped market.

"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

Our Proven Three Prong Process

1

Pre-Launch
Strategy

2

Launch Day
Surge

3

Mid-Campaign
Slump Solutions

Let's Get You Funded Fast. How? With a successful pre-launch.

The pre-launch is all the marketing that takes place before your campaign goes live, and when executed well, it ensures you hit your funding goal early on! This not only guarantees your audience their rewards but also builds excitement to keep the momentum going for the duration of the campaign.

Launch Day: The moment when all your hard work, creative visuals, and carefully crafted messaging come together for the big reveal.

We begin working 90-120 days before your launch to create the most visually captivating campaign possible, complete with clear and cohesive messaging. Our goal is to ensure your audience fully understands your project, knows how to support it, and is excited for its success. With our agency, you gain access to top-tier designers who specialize in creating visually stunning designs that truly resonate with your audience. We focus on urgency and exclusivity, the two biggest factors in crowdfunding campaign successes.

Is the mid-campaign slump real? Yes, but there are strategic ways to combat it with stretch goals and flash rewards.

Running a race means focusing on every mile marker to stay in the zone. Crowdfunding campaigns work the same way—you need to keep your audience striving for new goals. The mid-campaign slump? It’s real, but we’ve got that covered. We create exciting stretch goals and flash rewards that keep your backers engaged and eager. They’ll become your biggest advocates, spreading the word, sharing posts, even creating videos—all because they want to see the next goal hit and enjoy the rewards too. Now, it’s no longer a one-person show; you’ve built a community of enthusiastic marketers.

"QUOTE TO COME"
Kat Singleton
Amazon Top 3 Bestselling Author

We may not be mind-readers, but we are Kickstarter experts.

And we have an idea of what might be holding you back…

"I don’t have the time to handle this all by myself."

"My drawing skills stop at stick figures—I lack the design expertise or resources to make this look visually appealing."

"Kickstarter feels overwhelming."

"It would be a huge help to talk to someone. I’m not even sure where to begin."

"The INKfluence not only saved me time, money, and stress but also gave me peace of mind. Before partnering with them, I was working with a broker who charged 3x as much and required a minimum order quantity 4x higher. The INKfluence not only helped me reduce costs but also guided me step-by-step in the global printing process, giving me the confidence to properly price my rewards and ensuring I’d see a solid return on my investment."
Katie Cross
Author

What are the benefits of partnering with The INKfluence on your campaign?

Proven Success Process

With a structured, three-step approach—pre-launch strategy, launch day unveiling, and mid-campaign solutions—The INKfluence ensures campaigns gain early traction, stay engaging, and avoid mid-campaign slumps.

Top-Tier Design Support

The INKfluence provides access to talented designers who create visually stunning campaigns with clear messaging, making sure the campaign resonates with backers and encourages support.

Crowdfunding Expertise & Personalized Guidance

Our experience in Kickstarter campaigns allow us to help authors navigate the complex processes and strategies necessary for success. Supporting you every step of the way from pre-launch to go-live and even the mid-campaign slump.

Kickstarter Preferred Partner

The INKfluence collaborates closely with Kickstarter representatives to ensure your campaign gets the visibility it deserves. With bi-weekly meetings, we work directly with their teams to ensure your campaign is reviewed and supported. This partnership allows us to leverage Kickstarter’s marketing resources, maximizing exposure for your project.

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Alright, quick temperature check.

We know that was a lot to take in, but don’t worry—we’re here to guide you every step of the way!

Take our quiz below and see whether a Kickstarter campaign partnership with The INKfluence is right for you.

"The INKfluence was an exceptional partner in managing my Kickstarter campaign, offering expert guidance, and creative support."
J.R. Thorn
USA Today Bestselling Author

Is there anything you don't do?

We like to think of ourselves as your crowdfunding superheroes! But even superheroes have limits.
Here are a few things we don’t handle:

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Superfans & Ads

You need an audience for this to work. Neither Kickstarter nor The INKfluence can provide you with a built-in fanbase. We recommend growing your following before jumping into this platform and running ads from prelaunch to last day campaign push.

Financial Advice

Our legal team insists we say this (they keep us in line!). We’re not financial advisors, so all financial decisions—including pricing, funding goals, and shipping fees—rest on your shoulders. While we’ll help strategize, you’ll make the final calls.

Fulfillment

Our founder made a promise to her husband—no warehouses. (He’s a bit of a stickler, but we still love him.) But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Our partners at Laguna Studios can handle fulfillment. Click here to learn more.

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