A Darker Shade of Magic - Illustrated Deluxe Edition

Non-US Backers: Locking Addresses in 48 hours!
7 months ago – Wed, Sep 03, 2025 at 08:30:38 AM

Howdy, all!

Following up on our last update, we've got confirmation that the books have been received! To make sure we're ready for that, we're going to be locking addresses for non-US backers by Friday! You can expect an email from Backerkit today informing you of a 48-hour window to make final changes before they lock.

• If you are expecting a change of address in the next few weeks, either provide your new address or a different permanent address that's close enough for you to pick them up.
• When this window expires, we cannot guarantee that we'll be able to change the address before your pledge ships.  
• Once addresses lock, we'll provide our international fulfillment partner with the shipping list for this campaign. They will generally begin fulfillment within a week of receipt; however, depending on their workload it may take up to three weeks for them to begin fulfillment (though this is rare). Please be aware that our fulfillment partner packs and ships pledges in an order that maximizes their efficiency. It is not something that we dictate to them. 
• When your order ships you will get an email with tracking information. Please be aware that it may take a few days for the tracking information to update. 

If you have questions at any point in this process, please send us a message here on Kickstarter or via email at [email protected]. Even though it is rare, it may take between 3-5 business days to respond (though usually faster) and we do not work on holidays or weekends. We appreciate your patience.

A Note for Backers in the UAE...

To avoid excessive delays in shipping, please make sure to supply a PO Box number in addition to your address information. We have had repeated issues delivering pledges without them. 

For US Backers...

As we mentioned previously, we expect the US portion of the books to arrive with our shipping partner in the next 6-8 weeks. As we get updates on that we'll continue to update you here!

Books Have Left the Printer!
8 months ago – Tue, Aug 19, 2025 at 12:40:39 PM

Hi everyone!

We've just gotten confirmation that the books have left the printer! As we've mentioned in previous updates, our international shipping partner will be getting them first, so we're going to start preparing for the first leg of fulfillment. 

For Non-US Backers

Because our international fulfillment partner is closer to our printer, they are typically the first to get the books. This typically takes 1-2 weeks. Once we have confirmation of receipt, we'll be able to start fulfillment. So here's what you can expect:

• First, please take the time now to make sure the shipping address you provided us is correct. If you're not sure how to check that, go to the link below and enter your email address (the one used on your Kickstarter account).

• Within the next week, we'll be locking addresses for non-US backers only. You can expect to receive an email from Backerkit indicating that you have 48 hours to update your address before it locks. 
  When this window expires, we cannot guarantee that we'll be able to change the address before your pledge ships.  
• Once addresses lock, we'll provide our international fulfillment partner with the shipping list for this campaign. Once our shipping partner has confirmed receipt of the books, they'll be able to start fulfillment soon after. That said, depending on their workload it may take up to two weeks for them to begin fulfillment (though this is rare). Please be aware that our fulfillment partner packs and ships pledges in an order that maximizes their efficiency. It is not something that we dictate to them. 
• When your order ships you will get an email with tracking information. Please be aware that it may take a day or two for the tracking information to update. 

If you have questions at any point in this process, please send us a message here on Kickstarter or via email at [email protected]. Even though it is rare, it may take 3-5 business days to respond (though usually faster) and we do not work on holidays or weekends. We appreciate your patience.

A Note for Backers in the UAE...

To avoid excessive delays in shipping, please make sure to supply a PO Box number in addition to your address information. We have had repeated issues delivering pledges without them. 

For US-based Backers

Your books have to cross the ocean to reach our fulfillment partner in Houston, TX. This process can take between 6-8 weeks from the date of shipment from the printer, and is highly sensitive to weather conditions, shipping congestion, customs delays, etc. We'll keep you posted with updates on that process as we get them.

Once the books do arrive in-country, we'll follow the process described above for non-US backers. 

That said, we do recommend that you take an opportunity to verify your shipping address now. If you're not sure how to check that, go to the link below and enter your email address (the one used on your Kickstarter account).

An Apology Gift! Sticker Sheets!
8 months ago – Thu, Aug 14, 2025 at 11:30:58 AM

Hey there folks!

Following up real quick on a previous update regarding the continued delays, we wanted to let you all know that we're including a little gift in each of your orders... We workshopped this with V. E. Schwab herself and got these made as a personal 'thank you' for everyone hanging tight while we navigate the printing and production mishaps this year. 

We hope this adds a little sweetness to a delayed yet well-loved campaign. We're still awaiting the status of shipments to our international fulfillment partner in the UK, but once we get word, we'll be moving to begin the fulfillment process. Thank you all so much for continuing to be here and for supporting us. We PROMISE you will not be disappointed! Till next time!

A Quick Check In...
9 months ago – Mon, Jul 21, 2025 at 12:03:36 PM

Hey Everyone!

We're still awaiting the final printing and shipping of these books, but rest assured, we're following along with our printer and checking in with them every couple of days. 

Today, it's our turn to check in with you! Even though we're very close to fulfillment and will send out one final address lock update, we wanted to take a moment to remind everyone how you can access your pledge. Using the following link, enter the email address that's attached to your Kickstarter account and you should be able to pull your pledge right up!

If you have any questions, please check out the campaign FAQs and if you need additional help, feel free to email us at [email protected]. We're open Monday-Friday 8am-4pm (excluding US holidays)!

Shipping Dates Still Holding!
10 months ago – Wed, Jun 18, 2025 at 10:16:11 AM

Hey Everyone!

We wanted to take a moment to check in with you all and let you know that our printer is still expecting production to end soon and they're estimating the books to be shipped out from their facility by mid-July!

Short and sweet update! As always, thank you so much for your continued support (and patience)! <3