Time to check your inbox
about 1 year ago
– Fri, Feb 21, 2025 at 05:53:27 AM
Ok, that does not look right...
You should do so now if you have not checked your email this morning.
Why?
The PDF edition of the Colonial Gothic Core Rulebook has been sent out to all Backers.
Another milestone has been reached with that out the door and the book at the printer. I still need to set the book up for print sales via Drivethrurpg.com, Ingram, and Amazon. In addition, I need to create the Kindle and ePub versions. This is not a top priority because the book will not go on sale until you have your copy.
I hope to have the book available for retail in August and GenCon. This is feasible because the project is ahead of schedule.
So, what's next?
I turn my full attention to getting the Companion book done.
Here is where that book stands:
- Layout is done.
- I need to correct and address all proofreader notes.
- Order a few more pieces of art.
- Finalize the book for printing via Drivethrurpg.com.
- Order proof and approve it.
- Send out PDFs to you.
- Send out the at-cost print code to you.
Once that is done, it will go up for sale in August, just like the Rulebook.
Now, I do have two questions for you:
Question number one: suggestions for a different title. I have been referring to this book as the Companion, but it does not sound right. So, I am tossing it out to you. If you have a better idea, share it.
Question number two: timing. Should I send the at-cost code once the book is ready to print? This means that you will be able to get a print copy before you get the Rulebook. The other option is to hold off once the Rulebook is sent to you.
Again, since you backed this project, I want to know what you want. Do you want to print the code when the book is ready or once the rewards start shipping?
That is where things stand now. As always, the floor is open to you.
A Major Milestone Reached
about 1 year ago
– Thu, Feb 20, 2025 at 09:33:13 AM
Here’s a revised version with improved grammar, tone, and flow while keeping it in the present tense:
Whew. It’s been a whirlwind these past few months.
When planning this campaign, I set a schedule to keep everything on track and make sure the game reached you without issue. I accounted for any potential hiccups along the way.
Today marks a major milestone: the book is at the printer.
I’m not sure what else to say.
One more milestone down, a few more to go.
Short and sweet: nearing the end
about 1 year ago
– Tue, Feb 18, 2025 at 11:10:24 AM
If all goes well, the Rulebook will be sent to the printer this week. The final layout still needs some adjustments to meet their requirements. Once that is complete, the long process of getting the book into your hands begins.
The dice will be ordered soon as well.
Once the major tasks are finished—no later than next week—I will focus entirely on the Companion.
Before completing the Companion, I will finalize the Rulebook PDF and send it out. I also need to complete the final Table of Contents, which has been challenging since the Rulebook required a shorter version.
My goal is to have the bulk of this done before my surgery in two weeks.
I will have a bigger update as soon as the book is off to the printer.
I guess I can write more concisely.
Reaching the end of the tunnel
about 1 year ago
– Fri, Feb 07, 2025 at 09:47:16 AM
There isn’t much to report this week. The book is going through its final pass before being sent to the printer.
All proofreader notes have been addressed, minor fixes made, credits verified, and everything that needed attention has been taken care of.
So, what’s left?
One last review of the layout to catch any remaining mistakes or necessary tweaks. Once that’s done, off it goes.
The PDF version requires a detailed table of contents, which means checking that all links work. This will take a little extra time—not much, just a bit. Why? Because the Rulebook’s page count is locked, as I’ve mentioned before. Due to this constraint, I couldn’t follow the format of other rulebooks. Instead, it simply lists page numbers for each chapter. It’s not ideal, but it was the only option.
My surgery is a month from today, so I want to ensure everything is wrapped up before then.
What’s next? The Companion.
The layout is done, but it still needs artwork and a few adjustments. Once that’s complete, it will be ready alongside the Rulebook. After the Rulebook ships, I’ll send the DriveThruRPG at-cost print codes.
As for follow-ups, the first adventure is outlined and will soon have a first draft. Other follow-up projects are in various stages of development, and I’ll post an update on those in the future.
Last Chance: The Layout Closes Saturday
about 1 year ago
– Wed, Jan 29, 2025 at 11:00:32 AM
Just a short update.
I am locking the layout of the rulebook this Saturday, February 1, 2025. Once it’s locked, the final step will address the small details that emerged during the process.
If you haven’t had a chance to review it or have been holding off, time is running out.
In case you lost the link to the form, here it is again.
