Michael Coorlim is creating novels and serial fiction
19
patrons
$113
per monthMy name is Michael Coorlim, author of nine science fiction and
steampunk novels, co-founder of the production company Burning Brigid
Media, producer of the Working Class Creatives interview podcast, and
lead designer at RPG publisher Taoscordian Games. I was a finalist in
the Chicago Reader's "Best Chicago
Novelist" and "Best Fiction Novel" categories, and for the Parsec Awards "Best New Speculative Fiction Podcast or Team."
I am not good at capitalism, but I like making things and not being homeless.
My income is based entirely on the sales of my books, which can fluctuate quite a bit month-to-month. Some months I crack four figures, others I barely break three - it's a roller coaster made of terror and income insecurity. Patreon offers me an island of stability amid all the chaos - however my sales run that month, I know I have a guaranteed steady income from those who believe in me.
All it takes is a dollar a month.Twelve bucks a year to show your support, enabling me to keep creating the books, podcasts, and games that you enjoy. Fans can offer more support and get more in return, but even the minimal level puts something positive out there and encourages others to do the same.
Thank you for helping me survive to keep making the things that I make.
I am not good at capitalism, but I like making things and not being homeless.
My income is based entirely on the sales of my books, which can fluctuate quite a bit month-to-month. Some months I crack four figures, others I barely break three - it's a roller coaster made of terror and income insecurity. Patreon offers me an island of stability amid all the chaos - however my sales run that month, I know I have a guaranteed steady income from those who believe in me.
All it takes is a dollar a month.Twelve bucks a year to show your support, enabling me to keep creating the books, podcasts, and games that you enjoy. Fans can offer more support and get more in return, but even the minimal level puts something positive out there and encourages others to do the same.
Thank you for helping me survive to keep making the things that I make.
Tiers
A tip
$1 or more per month ∙ 7 patrons
$1 pledges are cool and good.
All donating patrons will get:
- A digital copy of all ebooks and short stories upon release
- The warm fuzzy feeling that comes with being a patron of the arts
- Access to special Patreon behind-the-scenes blogs
A Cup of Coffee
$3 or more per month ∙ 4 patrons
You get all of the above, plus:
- Access to all of my extemporaneous freewriting
- An early digital copy of what I'm releasing, before it's available otherwise.
- Unedited drafts of works in progress.
- Digital wallpaper based on artwork that's been commissioned.
- The power to vote on Milestone Goal Rewards, as applicable
A beer
$5 or more per month ∙ 4 patrons
All of the above, plus:
- Special Editions of completed work
- Exclusive yearly collections of extemporaneous freewriting, including never-before-seen writer's commentary
- Mention in published products' Acknowledgements
Chips and a sandwich
$10 or more per month ∙ 1 patron
All of the Above, plus:
- Paperback copies of anything released in paperback
- Exclusive Q&A Hangout session invites
A fancy lunch
$25 or more per month ∙ 1 patron
All of the above, but instead of the paperback, you get:
- Hardcover copies of the books that I release
- Other stuff mailed to you as available, depending on shipping costs
Dinner
$50 or more per month ∙ 1 patron
Paperback or hardcover? Why not both?
At this level, every time a book is published while you're supporting, you get two copies, one hardcover, one paperback, in addition to all the other stuff. I'll sign them for you, too.
Goals
$113 of $300 per month
I depend on assistance programs to pay for food every month. Regulations are tightening, and every year they give me a little less. $300 a month from my Patreon means that I don't need to deal with that any more. It means I can afford to feed myself.
3 of 7My name is Michael Coorlim, author of nine science fiction and
steampunk novels, co-founder of the production company Burning Brigid
Media, producer of the Working Class Creatives interview podcast, and
lead designer at RPG publisher Taoscordian Games. I was a finalist in
the Chicago Reader's "Best Chicago
Novelist" and "Best Fiction Novel" categories, and for the Parsec Awards "Best New Speculative Fiction Podcast or Team."
I am not good at capitalism, but I like making things and not being homeless.
My income is based entirely on the sales of my books, which can fluctuate quite a bit month-to-month. Some months I crack four figures, others I barely break three - it's a roller coaster made of terror and income insecurity. Patreon offers me an island of stability amid all the chaos - however my sales run that month, I know I have a guaranteed steady income from those who believe in me.
All it takes is a dollar a month.Twelve bucks a year to show your support, enabling me to keep creating the books, podcasts, and games that you enjoy. Fans can offer more support and get more in return, but even the minimal level puts something positive out there and encourages others to do the same.
Thank you for helping me survive to keep making the things that I make.
I am not good at capitalism, but I like making things and not being homeless.
My income is based entirely on the sales of my books, which can fluctuate quite a bit month-to-month. Some months I crack four figures, others I barely break three - it's a roller coaster made of terror and income insecurity. Patreon offers me an island of stability amid all the chaos - however my sales run that month, I know I have a guaranteed steady income from those who believe in me.
All it takes is a dollar a month.Twelve bucks a year to show your support, enabling me to keep creating the books, podcasts, and games that you enjoy. Fans can offer more support and get more in return, but even the minimal level puts something positive out there and encourages others to do the same.
Thank you for helping me survive to keep making the things that I make.
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Tiers
A tip
$1 or more per month ∙ 7 patrons
$1 pledges are cool and good.
All donating patrons will get:
- A digital copy of all ebooks and short stories upon release
- The warm fuzzy feeling that comes with being a patron of the arts
- Access to special Patreon behind-the-scenes blogs
A Cup of Coffee
$3 or more per month ∙ 4 patrons
You get all of the above, plus:
- Access to all of my extemporaneous freewriting
- An early digital copy of what I'm releasing, before it's available otherwise.
- Unedited drafts of works in progress.
- Digital wallpaper based on artwork that's been commissioned.
- The power to vote on Milestone Goal Rewards, as applicable
A beer
$5 or more per month ∙ 4 patrons
All of the above, plus:
- Special Editions of completed work
- Exclusive yearly collections of extemporaneous freewriting, including never-before-seen writer's commentary
- Mention in published products' Acknowledgements
Chips and a sandwich
$10 or more per month ∙ 1 patron
All of the Above, plus:
- Paperback copies of anything released in paperback
- Exclusive Q&A Hangout session invites
A fancy lunch
$25 or more per month ∙ 1 patron
All of the above, but instead of the paperback, you get:
- Hardcover copies of the books that I release
- Other stuff mailed to you as available, depending on shipping costs
Dinner
$50 or more per month ∙ 1 patron
Paperback or hardcover? Why not both?
At this level, every time a book is published while you're supporting, you get two copies, one hardcover, one paperback, in addition to all the other stuff. I'll sign them for you, too.