Let’s Connect Through Patreon

I’m all about connecting to my readers, and I’m always looking for new and interesting ways to engage with you guys in fun ways. I’ve got this blog where I can ramble on about whatever topic crosses my mind, I’ve got a mailing list where I announce new releases and give heads’ up to my fans, and now I’m opening up a third channel with a Patreon page.

What’s a Patreon?

I’m glad you asked. Patreon “was created to enable fans to support and engage with the artists and creators they love.” In essence, you can use the platform to donate money to your favorite authors, web-comic artists, podcasters, etc on a regular basis, say monthly, or whenever they release something.

In exchange they offer you different rewards for this support. Think of it like a kickstarter, but in reverse; you donate after the product is released.

How I use Patreon, and what’s in it for you

In my case, I’ve set it up so that you donate every time I release a novel, which in practical terms is more or less every other month. This isn’t triggered by any works of under 60,000 words (about 240 pages) or collections of already published material.

In exchange for your donations, you get:

Well, books. Donate $3 and you’ll get the ebook, donate $10 and I’ll send you a paperback too. $30 for a signed paperback. Ideally before they “officially” go on sale.
Access to authors’ notes as I write. Sort of a production diary for the book in question.
Sneak previews during the revision process.

Anticipate six books at most in a given year, so for six bucks you’d have access to a year’s worth of insight into my process, and for $18 you’ll get six ebooks before their official release date.

Interested? Head over to Patreon and make a pledge.

Got any other ideas for what you might like to see from an author you’re supporting? I’d love to hear (and consider) them. Let me know in the comments.

Questions? You are invited to either leave a comment below, or ask directly through the comment form.

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