Updates

Firstly, thank you so much for helping to make Trans in the Machine a reality! We hit 135% funding - £300 of which is going to good causes!

But a few things need to happen before I can get started on writing the book and getting the art bundles sent out.

1. Backerkit needs to transfer over the funds so I have the money to cover all research, editing, artwork, and reward costs (this can take up to two weeks).

2. I need to know how you want to be credited in the book and where your physical and digital rewards are being sent to. I'll be sending out a BackerKit survey within the next couple of weeks to collect this information.

Don't worry, you'll get a heads-up before I send the survey so you can watch out for it. 

The invitation email contains a link to your personal survey. It's important to submit your responses as quickly as you can since all this info will be needed to process your rewards.     

If you need to change your survey responses, purchase an additional copy of the book (tiers 3 and up), or update your shipping information, you can click the link in your survey email again or request your survey link under "Lost your survey?" on the BackerKit project page.

Thanks again for all your support. I can't wait to crack on with the research and get your survey sent.

If you have any questions or run into any problems before the surveys go out, just email [email protected]

Stefanie (they/them)

We've hit the first stretch goal!

That means a full-size cosy cyberpunk poster from cover artist Lyss Menold. Those who backed at Tier 2 will get a digital version of the poster, with everyone tier above this getting the pysical poster delivered to their door.

Best of all, shipping for the poster is included in your pledge. All you have to do is wait for it to arrive.

The posters are expected to ship in Q4 2026.

And because we've raised over £4,500, that means even more will go to trans and human rights charities.

As of writing, there's less than twenty hours left on the crowdfund. So, if you haven't already, share it with someone who'd be interested, and post far and wide.

Thank you for your support and enthusiasm. 

Trans in the Machine: Chronicling the New Cyberpunk Canon has hit its funding target just shy of three weeks into the campaign.

I was watching Hackers for the dozenth time when we hit £3,500 and had to pause the film to soak it in and have a little cry.

The book is now a guaranteed reality rather than an abstract idea. With your funding and support behind me, the way is clear to cover the costs of artwork, editing, rewards, and all research materials. And trust me, there are lots of books to buy.

Best of all, hitting our target means at least 5% of total funds can go to Gendered Intelligence, Rainbow Railroad, and the American Civil Liberties Union.

So, thank you for all your support, your shares, and your belief in this project. We truly are chronicling the new cyberpunk canon together.

But there's still a week left on the campaign clock and three stretch goals to hit. That includes: 

Then anything raised beyond this point will go into a mutual aid pot for Trans+ folx.

Spread the word and keep sharing. Because the more we raise, the more goes back into the community. 

Light and love,

Stefanie (they/them)

Following a recent request, you can now add additional copies of the physical book to your order. This is for the top three tiers.

Books will be posted together under one postage and shipping cost (though it'll likely be higher than posting the single book alone due to the additional size and weight).

The physical copies of the book available via the crowdfund are limited editions. Once the crowdfund closes, there'll never be another chance to get this version of the book. So if you wanted more than one copy, add an extra one to your order.

Thanks so much for your support. Please feel free to share with a friend or anyone you think might be interested.

Light and love,

Stefanie (they/them)