What is collected in this Excellence Book One Deluxe Hardcover?
The Skybound Signature edition of Excellence Book One HC collects Excellence #1-9 in a deluxe hardcover format (7.5” x 11”) with over 32 pages of exclusive bonus content, including: • A sketchbook section including artist & co-creator Khary Randolph’s never-before-seen concept designs and creator commentary. • Writer & co-creator Brandon Thomas’ original series proposal and Excellence #1 script. • “Visions of Excellence” cover gallery, featuring acclaimed Black artists’ renditions of the Excellence cast.
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Will a version of the Excellence Book One Deluxe Hardcover be released in comic shops, bookstores or made available online?
There are currently no plans to release the Excellence Book One HC in comic shops, bookstores or through online retailers, though they may purchase copies to resell at their discretion or other buyers may resell copies through other online channels.
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Can I order multiple copies?
Yes you can – these will be handled through Backerkit, but you should add the money for your order now! Extra copies of Excellence Book One Deluxe Hardcover are $45 + shipping.
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Why should I buy copies from this campaign instead of buying the softcover collections from my local comic shop or bookstore?
We want all fans of Excellence and other hit Skybound comics to purchase their comics through their preferred channels, from their local comic shop to bookstores to digital comics distributors. We appreciate your support in which price point and format of Excellence is right for you.
This Kickstarter campaign is designed to introduce new readers discovering their first comic book or longtime readers looking for their next favorite series in a deluxe package containing the first nine issues of Excellence, along with exclusive new material to enhance your reading experience.
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Is the cost of shipping included in the price?
No, the cost of shipping isn’t included in the price of each Excellence Vol.1 Deluxe HC tier, so you will see an additional cost added to your pledge to cover shipping.
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When will I receive my copies of Excellence Book One Deluxe HC?
We will begin shipping out copies of the Excellence Book One HC in October 2021, barring further disruption to distribution channels as we’ve seen over the last year due to the global health crisis.
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What is Skybound Signature?
Skybound Signature is a new direct to consumer line with one purpose: to create high quality deluxe editions of your favorite Image Comics/Skybound series in exclusive formats.
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How is Skybound Signature different from Skybound’s other comic book Kickstarter campaigns?
Skybound Signature editions collect previously released single issue comic book from Image Comics/Skybound in new deluxe formats perfect for new readers and longtime fans alike.
Skybound is also involved with other Kickstarter initiatives in the comic book and publishing space, but those don’t involve content previously published by the company.
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Why isn’t Excellence Book One Deluxe HC being released through comic shops and bookstores?
Skybound is committed to producing exciting, innovative and accessible comic books that creates new comic book readers while also engaging longtime fans.
As Skybound continues to debut exciting new comic books and graphic novels in comic shops, bookstores and libraries, we will also be exploring ways to reach new readers through other distribution channels including the vibrant Kickstarter community.
However, any retailers interested in purchasing copies of the Excellence Vol.1 Deluxe HC should email [email protected], and we’ll assist you.
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I’m a comic shop/bookstore/library who wants to order copies of Excellence Vol.1 Deluxe HC. What should I do?
Retailers, if you’re interested in acquiring books at a discounted rate, please contact [email protected] and we’ll assist you.
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When will you reveal the stretch goals for the campaign?
We revealed the first three stretch goals for Excellence Vol.1 Deluxe HC at the beginning of the campaign and we continue to release details on further stretch goals each week – or even sooner, as we fly past the revealed goals!
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Have you considered PDF-only pledge versions for those who don’t want physical editions or cannot afford this format?
We understand that some fans prefer digital comics and/or the cost of physical collections may be an impediment to checking out new comic books series, so we’re committed to making Excellence available in a variety of formats and price points for every fan.
In that spirit, Excellence is widely available for purchase in softcover editions everywhere that books are sold; in single issue comics books that may still be available at select comic shops; and in various editions through select digital comics providers.
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I’m buying this book as a gift, how do I let you know the recipient’s information?
We will be sending out a backer survey once the campaign has concluded to collect any delivery info we need, such as the intended shipping address. This is also where we’ll ask for information like what name you would like to go in the Agitator/Thank you section of the book.
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What is BackerKit?
BackerKit is a service that crowdfunded project creators use to keep track of hundreds to tens of thousands of backers—from shipping details, pledge levels, preferences and quantities, whether they have paid or had their card declined, special notes, and everything in between!
The BackerKit software and support team is independent from the campaign’s project team—BackerKit does not handle the actual reward shipping. For more information about the preparation or delivery status of your rewards, please check the project's updates page.
How does BackerKit work?
After the campaign ends, the project creator will send you an email with a unique link to your survey. You can check out a walkthrough of the process here.
I never received my invitation. How do I complete the survey?
The most common reasons for not receiving a survey email is that you may be checking an email inbox different from the email address you used to sign up with Kickstarter, Indiegogo or Tilt Pro account, or it may be caught in your spam filter.
Confirm that the email address you are searching matches the email address tied to your Kickstarter, Indiegogo, or Tilt Pro account. If that doesn’t work, then try checking your spam, junk or promotions folders. You can also search for "backerkit” in your inbox.
To resend the survey to yourself, visit the project page and input the email address associated with your Kickstarter, Indiegogo or Tilt Pro account.
How do I update my shipping address?
BackerKit allows you to update your shipping address until the shipping addresses are locked by the project creator. To update your address, go back to your BackerKit survey by inputting your email here.
When will my order be shipped, charged or locked?
That is handled directly by the project creator. BackerKit functions independently of the project itself, so we do not have control of their physical shipping timeline. If you want to check on the project’s status, we recommend reading over the project's updates page.
I completed the survey, but haven't received my rewards yet. When will they arrive?
As BackerKit does not actually handle any rewards or shipping, the best way to stay updated on the shipping timeline would be to check out the project's updates page.