06/07/2022
taking a break and creating abstract AI images based off movies. can you name them all?
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taking a break and creating abstract AI images based off movies. can you name them all?
Thank you all for coming out and supporting me. It was awesome to see everyone. And E.T. made many new friends.
Join us tomorrow Monday July 4th at the El Cerrito / worldOne festival at Cerrito Vista Park for the official launch of Hidden Gems: The Jewel of Skarn Island
It's hard to believe, but after starting my self-publishing "career" in 2018, I've now created four children's books with the help of some amazing artists.
The journey has been full of many ups and down, and much more difficult than I anticipated. It also hasn't been a lucrative career. I have a full-time job and I write on the weekends, but without name recognition or the backing of a publisher, my books get little visibility. And even with four books out, and a successful kickstarter campaign, I'm still pretty far in the red. Fortunately I have a very supportive wife who allows me continue to do this!
But even so, self-publishing these four books has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Knowing that I've put works out into the world that have the potential to change lives is extremely gratifying. These books have allowed me to bring some of my childhood experiences, and insecurities, to life, and maybe they will bring hope and peace to children who need it.
I'd like to end by saying that the greatest outcome of all of this, has been the realization that my self-publishing journey has shown my kids what is possible when you set a goal and work to achieve it. I hope that lights a pilot light in them that will always be ready to flare up when they have a goal to achieve.
We’re celebrating the release of the second book in the Hidden Gems series by giving 30% off the 2 book bundle on our site. There has never been a better time to start your Hidden Gems journey! Perfect novels for 7-12 year olds who like adventure, humor, or gems! (link in bio)
signing and prepping the first batch of kickstarter rewards. thank you all for the support!
getting rewards ready.
They’re here! Hidden Gems: The Jewel of Skarn Island is now available. Link in bio
Hidden Gems: The Jewel of Skarn Island is arriving today! I can’t wait!!!!!
Are Pyrite, Gem, Obsidian and Opal ready to face the Toxic Minerals?
Toxic Minerals - Cinnabar.
Gem and Obsidian!
Opal and Pyrite.
trying out a different view / pose for Obsidian. which do you prefer, this one or the previous one?
And here is Gem in 3D, matching the 2D illustration on the cover of the book.
I think Opal is worried
What’s Obsidian worried about?
Just matching the 3D renders to the 2D cover art.
Pyrite is feeling scared. Trying to match my 3D renders closer to the 2D illustrations from the book.
Hidden Gems: The Jewel of Skarn Island is coming along! Here’s one of the illustrations from the extremely talented
We did it! Thank you to everyone who supported our Kickstarter! You rock!
So so close! We are now over 90% funded with only one day to go. Thank you to everyone who liked, backed or shared our project, and kept us motivated! thank you, thank you! link in bio.
Only 2 days to go to fund our children’s book series! Help us by pledging today. Kickstarter link in bio.
Only 4 days to go! Help us reach our goal by pre-ordering your copy today. link in bio. ❤️🙏📙📚
another cute creature from Hidden Gems! kickstarter link in bio. only 5 days left!!!!
the cover is coming along nicely! check out the kickstarter to pre-order - link in bio
Ahhhh! Only 7 days left in our Kickstarter. Pre-order your copy of Hidden Gems today. Link in bio.
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Did you know that Opal glows under black light? Hidden Gems weaves fun facts throughout the entire series. Check out our kickstarter to pre-order copies of both books. Only 9 days left. Link in bio.
This book is puppy approved! Get your copy on our kickstarter - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/greatdiamondpress/hidden-gems-the-jewel-of-skarn-island
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Only 2 days to go to fund our children’s book series! Help us by pledging today. Kickstarter link in bio. #kickstarter #floss #flosschallenge #books #childrensbooks #animation #rocks #minerals
What do you say? Does Pyrite have what it takes for the Olympics? See more of Pyrite by following the link in our bio. #olympics #swimming #childrensbooks #anime #animation #books #kickstarter #freestyle
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It’s time to rise! Kickstarter launches in one day! sign up now. link in bio #kickstarteroftheday #kickstarter #eyeofthetiger #rocks #rock #minerals #kidlit
it’s almost time folks! 2 days to launch. sign up now to get notified of the kickstarter launch and get in on early bird specials. link in bio. #kickstarteroftheday #kickstarter #hiddengems #rocks #minerals #obsidian #books #kidsbooks #picturebooks #childrensbooks #kidlit #bookstagram #animation #pixar #stevenuniverse
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six days to go! Gem is excited. sign up now to get notified of the kickstarter launch of the second Hidden Gems book! link in bio #kickstarter #kickstarteroftheday #rocks #childrensbooks #minerals #bookstagram #tiktok
And then there were only 7 days to go! Here’s Obsidian doing a little ska dance to get ready 🤣 link to kickstarter sign up in bio. #kickstarteroftheday #kickstagram #kickstarter #childrenspublishers #childrensbooks #childrensbooksauthor #childrensbooks #kidsbooks #bookstagram
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