Other Kickstarter Campaigns that I Have Pledged and Endorse!
about 2 months ago
– Tue, May 19, 2026 at 11:23:36 PM
Other Kickstarter Campaigns that I Have Pledged and Endorse
Please check out these fellow Kickstarter projects described below. My endorsements of many of these 5 projects are buried at the end of my updates, so I really want to make certain that you have seen them. Many of these campaigns have run concurrently with mine, have similar end dates, and similar numbers of backers, and I’ve watched them grow. I feel like I know them personally. These creators are compatriots, if not friends. Some have even cross-promoted my campaign. So, please take a look!
1) In view of the recent loss of my mother-in-law, I love Jenny’s project and find it to be especially relevant. Her campaign also has only 3 days left, so make your pledge soon!
🌤️ Project We Wholeheartedly Endorse: Look To The Sky: The Community Edition 🕊️
When a family experiences loss, finding the right words can be tough. Look To The Sky is a beautiful, deeply touching picture book about grief, love, and maintaining a comforting connection with those we love who have passed away. Our friend Jenny Kim has created a treasure.
So that hospitals can provide the book to grieving families, only a high-volume print run can provide the pricing and quality needed to make it affordable on a large scale. Fortunately, her campaign is already 363% funded, but every dollar will help get the book to more grieving families. And, her campaign just reached the stretch goal for a Spanish language version!
👉 Check it out and make your pledge. The campaign is in its last 3 days! Look To The Sky, live on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jennyjoeykim/look-to-the-sky-the-community-edition
Thank you for supporting fellow independent creators who bring impactful stories to the next generation.
2) As we work to bring mindfulness to your child's day through yoga fables, we want to share another beautiful project that helps families find peace at night.
🌙 Kickstarter Spotlight: "The Yawn Song" Picture Book (Only 7 Days Left!)
We are thrilled to share another wonderful project created for young families: The Yawn Song!
This beautifully illustrated picture book captures a gentle story of sleepy forest animals at dusk. It is specifically designed as a soothing bedtime read to help your little ones wind down and drift off into a peaceful sleep.
Their campaign is in its final 7 days, so time is running out to secure your copy and help bring this project to life!
Click below to check out The Yawn Song on Kickstarter before time runs out!
👉 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/theyawnsong/the-yawn-song
Thank you for supporting fellow independent creators who bring impactful stories to the next generation.
3) Because our chapter book focuses on nurturing a child's inner habits, we are thrilled to endorse: Charli Safari: Two New Endangered Animal Adventures! Tara’s book series takes young readers on a journey through the outer world, teaching them all about wildlife conservation. To celebrate our love for animals, we are proud to cross-promote with fellow creators who are as passionate as we are about raising mindful, conscious kids.
🦋 Project Spotlight: "Charli Safari" Children’s Book Series (6 Days Left!)
We want to share another wonderful independent project that aligns perfectly with our goal: Charli Safari: Two New Endangered Animal Adventures by author Tara Divers!
This beautiful series is a heart-led project designed to take kids out of screen time and into the great outdoors. In these standalone stories, Charli travels to real-world wildlife habitats—learning all about loggerhead sea turtles and migrating monarch butterflies. It is a brilliant way to teach children about wildlife conservation and how small actions can help protect our planet's animals.
The project has already smashed past its funding goal, unlocking special teacher-made printable Adventure Companion Packs for every single backer! Their campaign has only 6 days left, so it is the perfect time to secure your copies.
Click below to explore the Charli Safari Kickstarter and grab your signed copies!
👉 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/taradivers/charli-safari-two-new-wildlife-adventures
Thank you for supporting fellow independent creators who bring impactful stories to the next generation.
4) We love supporting projects that align with our mission of child wellness and education! Check out Skyler and the Spooky Storm: Mental Health for Children
Campaign Spotlight: Skyler and the Spooky Storm
This beautifully illustrated children's book is designed to help kids understand, process, and manage big emotions like anxiety, worry, and fear. Through Skyler's relatable journey, young readers are introduced to practical mental health tools, emotional resilience concepts, and mindfulness techniques that they can apply in real life. It acts as both an engaging bedtime story and a valuable emotional regulation toolkit.
In a world where children face unique stressors, resources like this are more important than ever. The campaign offers fantastic rewards for backers, making it the perfect addition to any home library, classroom, or counseling space.
Support their campaign and help bring this vital mental health resource to families everywhere! Click below to secure your signed copies!
👉 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kousarsadeghzadeh/skyler-and-the-spooky-storm-mental-health-for-children
Thank you for supporting fellow independent creators who bring impactful stories to the next generation.
5) We are so excited to feature a beautiful, heart-centered project currently live on Kickstarter that brings the healing power of sacred sound right into your home. Please take a look at the "Breath of Bhakti" Kirtan Album by Shell & Anton!
Campaign Spotlight: "Breath of Bhakti" Kirtan Album
For nearly a decade, Shell and Anton have been guiding communities through Bhakti Yoga—the path of devotion, love, and trust. Now, they are creating a full-length studio album to capture those transcendent live moments. Blending traditional Sanskrit mantras with harmonium, drums, handpan, and modern musical elements, this album is designed to dissolve the noise of the mind, slow the breath, and open the heart.
Whether you need a companion for quiet mornings, a soundtrack for your asana practice, or a tool to help you unwind and reconnect, Breath of Bhakti provides a profound space for presence and shared spirit. The album is being recorded with acclaimed producer Chris Gartner and will be available on both physical CD and digital download formats.
Support their creative journey on the official Shell & Anton Kickstarter Campaign Page to help bring this vital musical offering to the world!
👉 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/breath-of-bhakti/breath-of-bhakti-kirtan-album-by-shell-and-anton
Thank you for supporting fellow independent creators who bring impactful stories to the next generation.
⏳ 3 Days Left: Crucial Milestone Update & A Big "Thank You!"
2 months ago
– Tue, May 19, 2026 at 11:17:37 AM
⏳ 3 Days Left: Crucial Milestone Update & A Big "Thank You!"
Dear Backers,
We have officially crossed into the final 92 hours! The finish line is in sight, and the momentum from this community continues to blow me away.
Things are moving at lightning speed as we finalize our files for production, and I wanted to give you a quick update on where we stand with our community goals.
🦙 The 100-Book Milestone: We Are So Close!
We are now just 7 books away from hitting our 100-physical-book milestone to unlock the Book Donation stretch goal. We have made incredible progress, and we are right on the cusp of unlocking it!
If you know a parent, teacher, or studio owner who would love these yoga fables, now is the absolute best time to share the link. Remember, these special edition premium hardcovers will only be available from the first print run and their pricing will jump significantly after official publication, so securing them now ensures the best value.
Click below to view and share our campaign page! 👉 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/llamasandniyamas/expand-kids-yoga-learning-with-life-improving-fables
Let’s keep this incredible energy going for the next 3 days and finish as strong as possible!
With deep gratitude,
Michael Levine
As we work to bring mindfulness to your child's day through yoga fables, we want to share another beautiful project that helps families find peace at night.
🌙 Kickstarter Spotlight: "The Yawn Song" Picture Book (Only 8 Days Left!)
We are thrilled to share another wonderful project created for young families: The Yawn Song!
This beautifully illustrated picture book captures a gentle story of sleepy forest animals at dusk. It is specifically designed as a soothing bedtime read to help your little ones wind down and drift off into a peaceful sleep.
Their campaign is in its final 8 days, so time is running out to secure your copy and help bring this project to life!
Click below to check out The Yawn Song on Kickstarter before time runs out!
👉 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/theyawnsong/the-yawn-song
Thank you for supporting independent creators who bring beautiful stories to children.
📢 4 Days Left: Finalizing Layouts, Modifying the Cover & Adding a Special Easter Egg!
2 months ago
– Sun, May 17, 2026 at 11:01:21 PM
📢 4 Days Left: Finalizing Layouts, Modifying the Cover & Adding a Special Easter Egg!
Dear Backers,
We are officially in the home stretch! With just 4 days left in our campaign, the energy behind Llamas and Niyamas is incredible. I am so grateful to every single one of you who has joined this journey, shared the project, and helped us push past our funding goal.
Because we are down to the wire, things are moving fast behind the scenes. Here is a sneak peek at what we are working on right now to make this book perfect for you:
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Front & Back Covers: We are putting the final polish on the cover image and spine designs to ensure they look absolutely spectacular sitting on your bookshelf. (Just last week our fabulous editor (Jenefer Angell) noticed a small but important detail in the cover images that needs to be changed. I’ve looked at the cover every day for months and never noticed—LOL!)
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The Final Layout: Our interior files are being meticulously aligned so that the fables and vibrant illustrations flow together flawlessly.
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Back Matter Easter Egg: We are adding a little subtle surprise in the back matter of the book! I won’t spoil it completely (and it might not be noticed outside of Portland—hint), but keep your eyes peeled when your copy arrives—it’s a little extra fun element that we think some you and your little ones will love discovering.
🦙 Quick Milestone Check-In
We are still pushing toward our 100-physical-book milestone to unlock our Book Donation stretch goal! My most recent count is 90. If you chose a paperback tier, don't forget that you will get to select your choice of upgrades (including the Luxury Hardcover or Ultra-Premium Color Paperback) in your post-campaign PledgeBox survey, coming after the campaign ends.
If you have a friend, family member, or fellow yoga enthusiast who hasn't pledged yet, please send them our link over these next 96 hours. Retail pricing for these premium hardcovers will jump to over $24! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/llamasandniyamas/expand-kids-yoga-learning-with-life-improving-fables?ref=user_menu
Let’s finish these final 4 days stronger than ever!
With deep gratitude,
Michael Levine
Also, please check out the fellow Kickstarter project described below. In view of the recent loss of my mother-in-law, I love Jenny’s project and find it to be especially relevant. Her campaign also has only 5 days left, so make your pledge soon!
🌤️ Project We Wholeheartedly Endorse: Look To The Sky: The Community Edition 🕊️
When a family experiences loss, finding the right words can be tough. Look To The Sky is a beautiful, deeply touching picture book about grief, love, and maintaining a comforting connection with those we love who have passed away. Our friend Jenny Kim has created a treasure.
So that hospitals can provide the book to grieving families, only a high-volume print run can provide the pricing and quality needed to make it affordable on a large scale. Fortunately, her campaign is already 363% funded, but every dollar will help get the book to more grieving families. And, her campaign just reached the stretch goal for a Spanish language version!
👉 Check it out and make your pledge. The campaign is in its last 5 days! Look To The Sky, live on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jennyjoeykim/look-to-the-sky-the-community-edition
📢 Milestone Update: A Personal Note, Luxury Upgrades & A Final Request!
2 months ago
– Wed, May 13, 2026 at 04:48:55 PM
📢 Milestone Update: A Personal Note, Luxury Upgrades & A Final Request!
Dear Backers,
First, a massive thank you. We are currently sitting at 116% funded with just 9 days left in the campaign! Your support means the world to me.
You may have noticed things were a bit quiet in the campaign recently. Sadly, my mother-in-law passed away, and I needed to take time away from the campaign to focus on supporting my family. Thank you all for your patience and understanding during this quiet patch.
Now that I can return some of my attention to the campaign, I want to celebrate our success and give something truly special back to the incredible community that is making this book possible.
🎁 Announcing The Ultimate Upgrade Options!
We have 9 days left, and we are currently at about 85 physical books ordered. I really want us to hit that 100-book milestone so we can unlock our Book Donation stretch goal to get these stories to children who need them.
To help push us over the finish line, I am divulging incredible, exclusive upgrades for our paperback backers. When the campaign ends, you will get to choose between three amazing versions of Llamas and Niyamas: (No Action Needed Right Now!)
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Option 1: The Original Plan + the Free Bonus
Receive the standard 72-page Print-On-Demand (POD) paperback on quality 70-lb paper from IngramSpark—including the FREE automatic upgrade from standard to Premium Color!
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Option 2: The Luxury Hardcover Upgrade (FREE or Only +$2)
Upgrade your book to a spectacular, never-before-offered Offset-Printed Hardcover. This premium edition features thick, durable 105-lb paper and eco-friendly soy ink. Depending on final production math, this luxury upgrade will either be 100% free or carry a tiny $2 upcharge just to cover the enhanced packaging and handling.
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Option 3: The Ultra-Premium Color Paperback (FREE Upgrade)
Upgrade your book to a gorgeous Ultra-Premium Color Paperback. This is a fantastic option for anyone who really doesn’t want the hard cover or for our international backers who wish to minimize extra shipping costs and tariffs.
🛠️ How This Works (No Action Needed Right Now!)
You do not need to change your Kickstarter pledge or adjust your tier.
Once the campaign wraps up, we will use PledgeBox to handle fulfillment surveys. Through PledgeBox, you will be able to:
- Select your exact book upgrades.
- Provide separate shipping addresses if you ordered multiple copies.
- Tell me exactly who to make the signed copies out to if your reward tier includes signatures.
- Securely clear any unpaid postage and/or tiny $2 fee if you choose the hardcover option.
⏳ A Final Request: Help Us Spread the Word!
Once this Kickstarter campaign ends, the Hardcover Editions will be significantly more expensive at retail. Retail pricing for hardcovers will likely be at least $25.
Because my outreach time was cut short this past week, I wish to ask a huge favor. Please share our project link with your own audience, friends, or family one last time.
If you know a parent, teacher, or fellow yoga enthusiast, let them know they only have 9 days left to secure these heavily discounted premium copies and help us trigger our 100-book donation goal.
Let's finish this journey strong together!
With deep gratitude,
Michael Levine
Want to help us share? Just copy and paste this text to your social media:
📱 Option 1: (Great for Facebook & LinkedIn)
📢 Only 9 days left! My friend Michael is funding his beautiful children's book, Llamas and Niyamas: Yoga Fables for Young and Old. It’s already 116% funded, with optional fulfillment upgrades, including incredible luxury hardcover and premium color upgrades for backers that won't be available at this price later. If you love yoga, mindfulness, or great kids' books, check it out and grab a copy before the campaign ends! 🦙🧘♂️ 👉 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/llamasandniyamas/expand-kids-yoga-learning-with-life-improving-fables
📸 Option 2: (Great for Instagram & Threads)
Only 9 days left to grab Llamas and Niyamas on Kickstarter! 🦙✨ This yoga fables book for kids is fully funded, and the author just announced exclusive optional premium hardcover fulfillment upgrades for backers. Retail prices will be much higher after the campaign closes, so jump in now to secure your copy and help unlock book donations for kids in need! 🧘♀️📚👉 Link in bio! [Or insert link https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/llamasandniyamas/expand-kids-yoga-learning-with-life-improving-fables if sharing on Threads/Stories]
🐦 Option 3: (Great for X / Twitter)
Only 9 days left to get Llamas and Niyamas: Yoga Fables for Young & Old on Kickstarter! 🦙🧘♂️ Fully funded with exclusive premium hardcover optional fulfillment upgrades for backers. Snag yours before retail prices go up! 👉 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/llamasandniyamas/expand-kids-yoga-learning-with-life-improving-fables
