Well, I got one last extension, this is now the final 30 days of my campaign. If I don’t make it to Quill, I will gracefully bow out...but, I still believe we can make it! I will be doing a lot of local promotion here in my hometown. I still got a bunch of postcards and business cards to give out and I’m hitting up local sci-fi/fantasy clubs.

This entire thing has been a big learning experience for me and no matter what happens, I’m going to take everything I’ve learned into the future, whether I decide to crowdfund another novel or not. I’m leaning toward the former since I do have a draft up on Inkshares that I’d like to pursue at some point. I now know what has worked, what has kind of worked and what hasn’t worked at all. I think it’s a different journey for everyone and maybe when this thing is done I can share my experiences with the community, whether I’m successful or not.

But, again, I think we CAN be successful and I’m pulling out all the stops to see that happen! Regardless of the outcome, I’m sure someone can benefit from sharing my experiences with both the Nerdist contest and the subsequent campaign and I plan on putting that all down in writing when the time comes.

Thank you to everyone who has supported me thus far, it means the world to me. To those who haven’t pre-ordered yet, now’s your chance! Help me make Quill! You’re doing more than getting a great retro science fiction novel, you’re also helping someone’s dream come true.

Thank you!

Jason

Today I thought I would share some of the nice things various people have said about SQUIDS IN during its campaign, not just to give myself a much needed ego boost going into the final week of the contest but also to show the level of support that other people have shown for this project over the past few weeks. Thanks guys!

A hilariously unique concept, engagingly written and adorably illustrated. Also gaming, profanity, and a naughty monkey. Sign me up! Jaye Milius

Yes, please.  J. Danielle Dorn

An octopus gamer?! Yes please.  Brian Guthrie

I’ve certainly not seen a concept like this before, and it’s absolutely great! Give it a look, and consider a pre order!  H. Wardrope

Okay, this exactly what I needed. What a riot! You need a fun read at the end of the day, and this fits the bill.  Lauren Drube

Very fun read! Check it out  Dann Matias

THIS  Thad Woodman

Somewhere, OCTODAD IS SMILING!  Dom L

Love it  Claireg24

A slacker surprised by an octopus in the pool, I’m curious if they will eat snacks and play games. can’t wait to find out! come check it out!  Joshua Griffith

A great book from a great Author. One not to miss.  Jamie

A great Read!  Nell Walton

This is my daddy’s book. He tells me it is very good but that I’m not allowed to read it yet because it’s not a children’s book.  William Poat

I’ve competed in E-sports and the twitch-factor required for top tier fame is insane. Squids In hits on a funny and sarcastic note of gaming. Who is really behind that keyboard typing in ’gg.’? I’m rooting for the cephalopod myself and you should as well. For too long E-Sport dominance has been held by specific regions! It’s time for a new champion to rise and crush the competition in the name eight-legged critters everywhere.  Rick Heinz

A squid named Hendrix turns out to be a heck of a competitive gamer. This is my kind of book!  Tony Valdez

Although I highly doubt an Octopus could beat me in Dota2, Starcraft, or even Hearthstone, I look forward to seeing Poat pull it off!  Jamison Stone

Loving this hilarious concept! Check it out! Chelsea C. Moye

Ebook is now 2.99.