Own Goal Books
Publishing - Seattle, Washington, United States
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Why start something in the middle of a crisis? Especially something like a graphic novel imprint! Believe me I had serious doubts about whether to start Own Goal Books when it became clear in February that COVID-19 was a real thing. But after much thought, I've decided to move forward for a number of reasons.Firstly, farewell to screens. As a parent trying to "homeschool" my seven-year-old, I know first-hand the parental struggle of COVID quarantine. It seems that all day we're expected to keep them glued to Zoom or Khan or some other screen-reliant educational program. Wouldn't it be nice to be able to spend some time with your child, bonding over a a new, fantastical world you've watched develop in real-time and perhaps even had some influence on? Own Goal Books pilot project, the tween graphic novel Baby Barbarian, was written specifically for nighty-night/lights-out time. As an educator, I've even concocted ways to sneak a little education in the story.... Secondly, Share the love. You may have heard that an alarming number of freelance artists and creatives have seen much of their income dry up since quarantine. Kickstarter, the platform that I will be using to launch Baby Barbarian, has also had its fair share of pain and has had to lay off a good chunk of its workforce. Partially because so many creatives put a stop to their plans, just like I did. If all goes according to plan, our Graphic Novel, Baby Barbarian will help float these creatives and the small printing, distribution, and shipping companies they rely on and which relies on them. Third, I need community! I'm an extrovert. Being stuck inside has taken a toll on me. I long for community and the feeling that I'm moving towards something positive with likeminded individuals. With your help, and participation, we can create a community of sorts.
