What if you were turned into a cat—and still had to save the world?

In Adventure Cats: The Outclaws, five bandits are transformed into magical felines, and you get to decide which one to follow!

In this thrilling sequel to Adventure Cats: A Choose Your Cat Adventure, you will meet a whole new crew of cats (with cameos from cats you know and love from book 1). The world is in more danger than ever, and it lands in the paws of a band of thieves to become the heroes that Ortega needs.

If you love Warrior Cats, choose-your-own-adventure books, or fantasy quests full of danger, teamwork, and whiskers—this book is your next great catventure!

Don't miss this exclusive full-color special edition of Adventure Cats: The Outclaws from award-winning author, Becca Lee Gardner!

Five bandits. Cursed loot. More cat-shaped chaos.

When a crew of thieves steal the wrong bit of treasure, five of them get turned into cats. What's worse? Their cruel bandit leader snatches up the power to turn the world into a pile of smoldering ash.

Trapped in feline form and scattered across the land, these former bandits are mewed by destiny--they must stop their leader and become the heroes Ortega needs.

But here’s the twist: you choose which cat to follow. Will it be the stoic barbarian, the shy wizard, the charming thief, the crafty artificer, or the devious fighter? Each path is a unique, action-packed adventure that leads to the same thrilling finale—where the fate of the world (and the cats) hangs in the balance.

Full of humor, fast-paced fun, and action that the whole family will enjoy, Adventure Cats: The Outclaws is a story you will want to read again and again. 

It's hard to commit to a book unless you've read some of it, right? I'm the same way.

CLICK HERE TO READ SOME SAMPLE CHAPTERS, so you know exactly what kind of story you're getting into.

Backing Adventure Cats: The Outclaws on Backerkit means you’re not just buying a book—you’re helping bring a magical, one-of-a-kind edition to life. This full-color special edition will NOT be available on Amazon.  By pledging now, you directly support the creator, ensuring this project has the resources to succeed while rewarding yourself with the most collectible, beautifully illustrated version of the story.

Don't miss on this ultimate treasure for fantasy and cat-loving readers!

This book includes a hand-drawn fantasy map by Bobbi Conway!

This exclusive special edition of Adventure Cats: The Outclaws features full-color illustrations at the beginning of each chapter. Not only does this help you know which cat's story you're reading, but it also adds a beautiful splash of cat-tastic color to this book!

The full-color edition of this book will NOT be available on Amazon. That platform will only get the black and white edition... (sad panda face)

Aren't these illustrations the CUTEST! All of them were drawn by my wonderful artist on this project, Bobbi Conway!

This book is already written, edited and ready for production! All of the art is complete and it's ready to hit the printers. What does that mean for you?

It means your books will get to you FAST!

Ebook Rewards:

All shipping fees will be charged separately, AFTER the campaign, during pledge management. The prices below are estimates. Actual shipping prices will be determined after production is finished and we're gearing up to send out the books. Also, if you add-on additional physical copies of the book to your order, your shipping cost may increase.

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Who am I?

Well, I am an 8-time Honorable Mention Winner from the Writers of the Future contest. Worldbreaker: An Eldros Legacy Novel won the Utah Author’s League 2024 Recommended Read Award. I write novels, comic books, screenplays, and short stories. One of my recent series, Min the Mighty, began as a bedtime story I told my kids and has become a fan favorite.

When I'm not writing, I walk for hours and hours, chasing the sunrise. I also play intense rounds of Marvel Splendor and Fortnite with my three kids. My favorite evenings are spent watching Korean zombie shows with my husband who jump-scares quite easily.

Bobbi Conway
Bobbi is a freelance motion graphics animator and illustrator. I discovered Bobbi when I found some adorable cat stickers at the Utah Ren Fest, only to find out she was the illustrator of them. The stickers inspired this story and I was lucky enough to get to hire Bobbi to do all of the illustrations in this book (cover, chapter headings, and even the map)!

Chris Hayes
Chris is a Senior Artist at Blizzard Entertainment and Creative Director at The Dungeon Society. I met Chris at another local Utah event (Utah Retro Game Expo) and we hit it off immediately. Chris did the phenomenal title illustration (that wooden shield MAKES the cover).

I'm so grateful and humbled to get to work with such extraordinary artists!


NO AI WAS USED IN ANY PROCESS OF THE CREATION OF THIS BOOK. Not in the writing, illustration, or character art. All of this book was made by real, human artists (and that's the only way I'd have it!)

Adventure Cats: The Outclaws is written. The art complete. The layout done. All that remains is to print copies and distribute them to you.

This is my third Backerkit campaign and I am excited to send each book with care and attention to detail.

It's possible that unforeseen circumstances will arise. But if they do, I will find prompt solutions and communicate freely with each of you so you know exactly what to expect.

Printopia is a wonderful collection of like-minded creators all launching their print-oriented campaigns at the same time. It's an honor to participate in as a creator and it is even more exciting for backers! There are special bonuses when you back more campaigns and it's a wonderful way to be part of this creator community!

I have teamed up with The Gamers: Nodwick's Story! This is a delightful, fantasy adventure written and illustrated by Aaron Williams.

If you back Adventure Cats: The Outclaws AND Nodwick's Story, you'll get a free ebook of Adventure Cats: A Choose Your Cat Adventure AND a free PDF of Part 1 of the Gamers: Nodwick's Story.

Printopia is all about spreading the love and supporting a community of artists, authors, and creators. I'm very excited to be teamed up with Aaron and his team!

CLICK HERE to check out The Complete Gamers: Nodwick's Tale!

DRAWN TO DRAGONS ANTHOLOGY
Beautiful art, a creator I know IRL and adore, and an anthology that adds to the lore of this beautiful world.

CRITTER QUEST: SCOUTING THE LAND COLORING BOOK
Who doesn't love an adorable coloring book? My kiddos are dying for this one!

EVERYDAY ADVENTURES COLORING BOOK
ANOTHER adorable coloring book and I just can't get over how much fun these drawings are!


I hope you have fun exploring new projects. I love what I do and I look forward to supporting other creatives as they chase their dreams, too!