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Nocola Williams
4 days ago
Bugzee and the Bees Update
Hello Bugzee Backers, Today is my birthday!!! Thank you for being patient while we wait for the shipment of books to arrive. I received word that the books will be in port on...
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Nocola Williams
2 months ago
Please Complete Your Survey
Hello everyone, Thank you so much to everyone who has completed their survey thus far. I checked in about 17 days ago and we have not made much progress. I won't be able to s...
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Nocola Williams
3 months ago
LOOK FOR YOUR SURVEY!
Hello Bugzee Backers, The Backerkit survey was sent to you earlier in the week. There are a few questions for you to answer regarding your order.  I will send more informatio...
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Nocola Williams
4 months ago
Bugzee and the Bees Updates
Hello Bugzee Backers! As 2024 comes to a close, I wanted to share some exciting updates on the progress of Bugzee and the Bees! Book Updates Our artistic director, Melinda Ma...
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Nocola Williams
6 months ago
Three More Days!
Thanks everyone for checking the status of your account. We have collected over $8,000 in pledges but still have 4 unresolved accounts. There are just a few more days to fix you...
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Nocola Williams
7 months ago
Bugzee Check In!
Hey everyone, It has almost been a week since we funded our book, Bugzee and the Bees. I'm still walking on Cloud 9....thank you so much for your support. By now, your credit ...
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PROJECT UPDATE
Nocola Williams
CREATOR
4 days ago

Project Update: Bugzee and the Bees Update

Hello Bugzee Backers,
Today is my birthday!!! Thank you for being patient while we wait for the shipment of books to arrive. I received word that the books will be in port on April 27th. I hope to have them in my possession by the middle of May and in your hands shortly thereafter.


We are still missing about 29 surveys and/or address updates. If you don't complete your survey, I will be unable to send your books when they arrive.   I went in and updated local pickups who were either missing an address or survey. If you see my address 23855 Hollywood Road, don't panic. I put it in as a place holder in order to move forward with the process. Another link will be coming soon for your survey. Thank you

Some good news:  Bugzee and the Bees was one of four books awarded a Story Monster Approved designation in the area of Cultural Diversity in 2024.

On Thursday of this week, we were rubbing noses with titans in the literary world.  It was amazing to speak with authors creating books for underrepresented populations.


I'll let you know when I have the books. You'll "bee" hearing from me soon.
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PROJECT UPDATE
Nocola Williams
CREATOR
2 months ago

Project Update: Please Complete Your Survey

Hello everyone,
Thank you so much to everyone who has completed their survey thus far. I checked in about 17 days ago and we have not made much progress. I won't be able to send you your books and goodies without a completed survey.

The survey has about 4 questions and will take just a few minutes to complete. If you can't find the survey, please click here to retrieve it.  https://bugzee-and-the-bees.backerkit.com/   As always, thank so much.

While you wait for Bugzee and the Bees, please consider downloading a Free ebook of The Legend of the Sleep-Eating Elephant here: https://tinyurl.com/GetFreeElephantEbook
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Nocola Williams
CREATOR
3 months ago

Project Update: LOOK FOR YOUR SURVEY!

Hello Bugzee Backers,
The Backerkit survey was sent to you earlier in the week. There are a few questions for you to answer regarding your order.  I will send more information about the shipping charge (if you are not a local pick-up) closer to the time when the books will arrive at my home.
So far, 36% of you have completed your survey, Thank you!
If you did not receive your survey or it got lost in the spam pile, use this link to retrieve your survey.
https://bugzee-and-the-bees.backerkit.com/


I'll "bee" in touch soon.
Nocola
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Nocola Williams
CREATOR
4 months ago

Project Update: Bugzee and the Bees Updates

Hello Bugzee Backers!
As 2024 comes to a close, I wanted to share some exciting updates on the progress of Bugzee and the Bees!


Book Updates
Our artistic director, Melinda Martin, has been working tirelessly to add some special features to the book as a thank-you to our incredible supporters:
  1. Special Fold-Out Pages: We’ve included four fold-out pages featuring beekeeping terminology, definitions, and even photos from my own backyard apiary.
  2. Duplex Dust Jacket: This double-sided dust jacket is a real treat! The front showcases the stunning cover art, while the back unfolds into Bugzee’s Beekeeping Basics, an infographic packed with honeybee facts we couldn’t fit into the main book.

Duplex Dustjacket




Illustrator Projects
Our talented illustrator, Tyrus Goshay, has also been busy with some exciting Bugzee extras:
  1. Exclusive Campaign Sticker: Introducing the “I’d Rather Bee Reading” sticker, created just for our supporters!
    Free Sticker for everyone

    2. Bugzee’s Big Book of Activi-Bees: Tyrus and his team have begun work on a companion activity book 
       filled with hands-on projects, jokes, puzzles, and coloring pages—all honeybee-themed.


Production Timeline
With all the amazing additions, we’re running about a month behind schedule, but here’s where we stand:
  1. I’ve officially placed an order for 4,000 copies (OMG!).
  2. A sample copy of the book has been ordered to ensure everything looks great.
  3. The final edits are wrapping up to ensure the dust jacket, cover, and interior are error-free.
  4. Delivery is now expected in late March to early April 2025. (But it could be earlier)
  5. Keep an eye out for a survey in the coming weeks—please complete it promptly to ensure timely delivery of your book!

What’s Next
Later in 2025, look out for Book 2 in the Global Beekeeping Tales series: The Legend of the Boisterous Bear. This story, set in Georgia, will be illustrated by the talented Lika Labadee, who lives in Tbilisi, and guided by Melinda Martin as our artistic director once again.


Wishing you all a Happy New Year! You’ll “bee” hearing from me soon! 🐝
With gratitude,
Nocola
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PROJECT UPDATE
Nocola Williams
CREATOR
6 months ago

Project Update: Three More Days!

Thanks everyone for checking the status of your account. We have collected over $8,000 in pledges but still have 4 unresolved accounts. There are just a few more days to fix your payment methods or those pledges will be lost.

I will be submitting my survey to the Backerkit folks today for review and then I will get that out to everyone as soon as possible.

I hope to meet with our artistic director Melinda Martin to put the finishing touches on Bugzee and the Bees in the next few weeks and then it is off to printing.

You'll bee hearing from me soon.
Nocola
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