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.

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.

Campaign Highlights

  1. Total pledged: $114,137
  2. Percent funded: 1141%
  3. Total backers: 561
  4. Follower-to-backer conversion: 412 out of 1,441 (29% conversion rate)
  5. Video plays: 907 (44.43% completed)
  6. Funded in: Less than 1 hour
"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.

Campaign Highlights

  1. Total pledged: $163,186
  2. Percent funded: 1631%
  3. Total backers: 792
  4. Follower-to-backer conversion: 689 out of 2,450 (28% conversion rate)
  5. Video plays: 1,267 (44.99% completed)
  6. Funded in: Less than 1 hour

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.

Campaign Highlights

  1. Total pledged: $145,990
  2. Percent funded: 2920%
  3. Total backers: 1,372
  4. Follower-to-backer conversion: 853 out of 1,819 (47% conversion rate)
  5. Video plays: 1,247 (37.77% completed)
  6. Funded in: Less than 1 hour

J.R. Thorn’s The Vampire Curse campaign demonstrated the impact of a passionate niche audience. With a strong conversion rate for video completions and quick funding in under an hour, this campaign was able to exceed its goal by nearly 400%, solidifying the demand for this collector’s edition.

Campaign Highlights

  1. Total pledged: $39,104
  2. Percent funded: 391%
  3. Total backers: 209
  4. Follower-to-backer conversion: 135 out of 989 (14% conversion rate)
  5. Video plays: 613 (62.15% completed)
  6. Funded in: Less than 1 hour
"The INKfluence was an exceptional partner in managing my Kickstarter campaign, offering expert guidance, and creative support."
J.R. Thorn
USA Today Bestselling Author

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.

Campaign Highlights

  1. Total pledged (in progress): $75,105
  2. Percent funded: 754%
  3. Total backers: 554
  4. Follower-to-backer conversion: 212 out of 589 (36% conversion rate)
  5. Video plays: 1,228 (25.98% completed)
  6. Funded in: Less than 1 hour

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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%