Hello Backers,

 

In our efforts towards more regular communication, we are here with another update! Though it’s a brief update, it does reflect good news and good progress.

 

Firstly, we have secured a printing partner! We’re in the process of receiving pre-press materials from them: cover and slipcase templates, options for our cover enhancements, etc. Once we have these, fitting the existing designs to precise specs is a pretty simple task of finalization.

 

Speaking of, we are still in the process of finalizing interiors. While we have successfully updated the lettering throughout the book, it was found that some of the dialogue is quite tight in the balloons and some of the balloons are quite big for the present dialogue. With permission from Marie, we’re now going back through the book to standardize these for a more uniform appearance. This and some other fine details should be the final bit of polish needed before we distribute the digital edition and send the book to print.

 

Thank you,

ABLAZE

Dear Backers,

 

We come to you with a more extensive update on the book’s current status and logistical challenges to better illustrate our timeline going forward.

 

At this juncture, ABLAZE’s publication of Kinky Karrot Presents: Off the Beaten Path faces two main milestones for completion: editorial approval of the book and printing.

 

The former has been held up by various rounds of corrections and approvals, particularly concerning the fact that ABLAZE chose to re-letter the book to standardize to a more “comics-typical” font, clean and all-caps and easy-to-read. This process in itself is not difficult, but can be time-consuming, and there are always rounds of tweaks needed to ensure everything looks as polished as possible. We are very nearly there, so far as this matter is concerned! We had some trouble with our chosen font outputting correctly, but we found the root of the issue (wider than necessary default Leading), and the latest draft of the book looks great apart from some minor fixes, which may be handled even while you read this.

 

Regarding printing: While ABLAZE has handled titles with sexual themes and nudity, Off the Beaten Path is our first foray into explicitly sexual material. As a result, we didn’t expect that our usual printing partner would decline to print the book due to its content. We are currently in contact with other partners to get quotes for the printing and shipping of the title, this time leading with discussions of the book’s content. While this surprised us and presented a bit of a hiccup, we don’t expect it to cause further significant delay at this time. 

 

Lastly, we want to clarify that Marie Sann, creator of Kinky Karrot, is in no way involved in logistical and operational handling of this campaign. While she is our appreciated partner, ABLAZE is the publisher and therefore solely responsible for any delays and challenges experienced. Marie’s not only been a gem in turnarounds for approvals at various stages, but she’s consistently pushed for transparency and timely fulfillment, and she remains committed to ensuring the best possible outcome for this project.

 

We encourage all Backers with remaining questions to email ABLAZE at [email protected], as this is the best way to reach our team regarding the status of the project or your order.

 

Lastly, thank you for your patience throughout the duration of this campaign and genuine apologies for the length of the wait. 

 

Thank you,

ABLAZE

Dear backers,

An update for physical and digital tier supporters.

The Kinky Karrot Present Off the Beaten Path HC is still in production but will be off to the printer this month. It is printing overseas and will take 4 weeks to print and 8 weeks to ship to the fulfillment center.

Backers with a digital tier will be receiving their digital edition next week.

If you have questions specific to your order email:

[email protected]

Thanks for your support.