Crystal Lake 2020

  • US$2,592.00
    raised of $2,500.00 goal goal
103% Funded
67 Donors
Raised offline: $660.00
Total: $3,252.00
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Welcome to our 3rd annual Crystal Lake fundraiser! A project aimed at giving our readers and authors only the best in 2020.

Be sure to keep an eye on our #CrystalLake2020 hashtag on social media for updates and new perks.

As we near the end of yet another year of indie publishing, it’s time to look into the future and what 2020 has in store for Crystal Lake Publishing and our fans. If this year is any indication, there will be good times and there will be tough times for small presses, and we need to do what we can to ensure we always deliver the highest quality work and services to our ever-growing market of authors and readers. We'd rather be proactive, put in some extra work now, and make sure it's smooth sailing for another great year.

With your support we’ll be able to take Crystal Lake Publishing to even greater heights. Our main focus in 2020 will be to make our book launches even bigger, incorporating more Instagram and YouTube reviewers/influencers by sending out more paperback ARCs. There are many great ways to market a book, but unfortunately we can only pick a handful with every release. With a bit more funds behind each book, we'll be able to reach a wider market.

Your support will be greatly appreciated.

Our 2020 and early 2021 releases include books by:
Mercedes M. Yardley, C.S. Alleyne, Jonathan Winn, Rex Hurst, Jasper Bark, Mark Allan Gunnells, Ben Lathrop, Graham Masterton, Jason Parent, Elana Gomel, Douglas Wynne, and many more.

Please take note that the Lucky Draws have ended. The prizes included
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For Readers:

  • eBook bundles
  • A paperback copy of Elizabeth Massie’ SINEATER, signed by the author
  • Paperbacks
  • ARCs of upcoming releases
  • Your name as the character in an upcoming story
  • An eBook bundle (six titles) from William Meikle: THE EXILED, THE HOLE, THE NIGHT OF THE WENDIGO, PENTACLE, THE JOB, CLOCKWORK DOLLS.
  • A signed (first printing) copy of the now very rare EVIL JESTER PRESENTS #1? Signed by editor Taylor Grant (now Senior Vice President at WEBTOON Entertainment)
  • A hardcover of Kevin Lucia’s LONG NIGHT IN THE VALLEY novella
  • A complete set of Gamut eBooks
  • A signed paperback copy of Linda D. Addison’s Bram Stoker Award-winning Consumed, Reduced to Beautiful Grey Ashes poetry collection (3 available)
  • a paperback copy of William Gorman’s EVERY FOUL SPIRIT signed by the author.
  • Two Stephanie M. Wytovich Audible downloads: The Apocalyptic Mannequin and An Exorcism of Angels

For Authors:

  • Book promo on our Twitter account (almost 15k followers)
  • A Crystal Lake Publishing On Writing eBook bundle
  • Short story edit by Jess Landry (up to 5k words)
  • Newsletter ad space for month (3.5k subscribers)
  • Short story edit by Joe Mynhardt
  • Mentoring for one month
  • Kenneth W. Cain short story edit (around 3k words)
  • Short story critique by author Dave Jeffery


Extended goals:
-More open submissions
-More opportunities for young authors
-Even better support and mentoring for newbie authors

More about Crystal Lake Publishing:
Founded in August 2012, Crystal Lake skyrocketed to success in only a few years, establishing itself as quite the success story among small press publications. Since that day we’ve won 5 Bram Stoker awards, several This Is Horror awards, numerous poetry awards, various smaller awards, and dozens of nominations, including a Shirley Jackson award nomination just this year.

We strive to work with young up-and-coming authors, talented newbies, and legends in the field. Our books are filled with names like Wes Craven, Neil Gaiman, Clive Barker, George A. Romero, Charlaine Harris, Jack Ketchum, Mercedes M. Yardley, Josh Malerman, Kevin Lucia, William Meikle, Ramsey Campbell, Elizabeth Massie, Todd Keisling, Jasper Bark, Kenneth W. Cain, Richard Thomas, Joe R. Lansdale, Chad Lutzke, John Connolly, Stephen King, Christopher Golden, Tim Lebbon, Lisa Morton, Edward Lee, Adam Nevill, Jonathan Maberry, George A. Romero, Taylor Grant, John F.D. Taff, John Langan, and hundreds more (yes, hundreds!).

We also offer various methods of support to authors, including editorial services and monthly mentoring programs. About two years ago we also started a coalition of publishers to support authors if their publisher goes under (if this ever happens to you, please get in touch).

We have various writing contests and challenges, and offer even more fiction and On Writing support to authors and readers via our Patreon page.

Other Ways You Can Help
We still believe that word-of-mouth is the best marketing around. Tell the world about us. Or...
Join us behind the scenes on our Patreon page
Purchase some of our books
Subscribe to our newsletter
Follow us on Twitter
or Facebook
or Instagram.
Thank you for supporting Indie Publishing.

To show you the top quality we deliver, check out our most recent releases:


Our Mission Statement:
With unmatched success since 2012, Crystal Lake Publishing has quickly become one of the world’s leading indie book publishers of Horror, Mystery, Thriller, Dark & Speculative Fiction, and Suspense books with a Dark Fiction edge.

Crystal Lake Publishing puts integrity, honor, and respect at the forefront of our publishing operations.

We strive for each book and outreach program that’s launched to not only entertain and touch or comment on issues that affect our readers, but also to strengthen and support the Dark Fiction field and its authors.

Not only do we publish authors who are destined to be legends in the field (and as hardworking as we are), but we also look for men and women who care about their readers and fellow human beings. We only publish the very best Dark Fiction and look forward to launching many new careers.

We strive to know each and every one of our readers, while building personal relationships with our authors, reviewers, bloggers, pod-casters, bookstores and libraries.

Crystal Lake Publishing is and will always be a beacon of what passion and dedication, combined with overwhelming teamwork and respect, can accomplish: unique fiction you can’t find anywhere else.

We do not just publish books, we present to you worlds within your world, doors within your mind, from talented authors who sacrifice so much for a moment of your time. You, the reader, is what it's all about.

This is what we believe in. What we stand for. This will be our legacy.

Welcome to Crystal Lake Publishing – Tales from the Darkest Depths.

Rewards

Donation

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Very Generous Donation

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Kevin Lucia eBook Bundle: eBook editions of all our Kevin Lucia titles. That includes Things Slip Through; Through a Mirror, Darkly; Devourer of Souls; and Things You Need.

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Mercedes M. Yardley eBook Bundle: eBook editions of all our Mercedes M. Yardley titles. That includes Nameless, Pretty Little Dead Girls, Apocalyptic Montessa, and Little Dead Red.

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Jasper Bark eBook Bundle: eBook editions of all our Jasper Bark titles. That includes Stuck on You and Other Prime Cuts, The Final Cut, Run to Ground, and Quiet Places.

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Mark Allan Gunnells: eBook editions of all our Mark Allan Gunnells titles. That includes Where the Dead go to Die, Flowers in a Dumpster, and Book Haven.

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Anthology eBook Bundle: Shallow Waters Vol.1, Lost Highways, Welcome to The Show, and Gutted: Beautiful Horror Stories.

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Tales from The Lake eBook bundle: eBook editions of all 5 volumes in the Tales from The Lake series

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Boosted promo for authors, publishers, and artists on our Twitter account (almost 15k followers).

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Eleven ‘On Writing’ eBooks from Crystal Lake Publishing

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Newsletter ad space (3.5k subscribers) for authors or industry professionals (editors, artists etc.)

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Xmas Box 1: The Pale White by Chad Lutzke on paperback, a Lucky Draw entry (for readers) and any two Crystal Lake eBooks of your choice.

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A signed paperback copy of Linda D. Addison's Bram Stoker Award-winning CONSUMED, REDUCED TO BEAUTIFUL GREY ASHES poetry collection (USA only, 2 available!)

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Xmas Box 2 (poetry): paperback copies of War and The Place of Broken Things

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Xmas Box 3 (USA only, limited to 10): Welcome to The Show paperback signed by editor Doug Murano, a Lucky Draw entry (for readers), and any two Crystal Lake eBooks of your choice.

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A signed copy of Mercedes M. Yardley’s Apocalyptic Montessa and Nuclear Lulu with a hand-stitched demon doll (created by the author) - USA only

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A signed copy of Mercedes M. Yardley’s Nameless with a hand-stitched voodoo doll (created by the author) - USA only

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Have your book promoted on our Twitter feed (several posts), Facebook page, and Newsletter (with a possible reach of over 22k fans)

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A short story edit

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Author career mentoring for one month by Crystal Lake Founder and CEO Joe Mynhardt

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Author career mentoring for three months by Crystal Lake Founder and CEO Joe Mynhardt (includes one short story edit/critique a month)

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Newsletter ad space for a full year (3.5k subscribers) for authors or industry professionals (editors, artists etc.)

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A novel edit of up to 80k words by Crystal Lake founder and Bram Stoker Award-winning editor Joe Mynhardt (please note that novels are edited in the order that this perk is purchased, if manuscripts are already available - please query if timing is an issue)

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Organizer

  • Joe Mynhardt
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  • Campaign Owner

Donors

  • Kristen Dennis
  • Donated on Dec 31, 2019
  • Thank you for your commitment and hard work!

$35.00
  • cage dunn
  • Donated on Dec 29, 2019
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  • Anonymous
  • Donated on Dec 27, 2019
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Jul 06

Everyone receive their perks?

Update posted by Joe Mynhardt at 01:47 pm

Hi everyone,Hope you're all doing well and staying safe. Can't believe how much the world has changed since we had this campaign. Just wow.Anyway, please get in touch if there are still any outstanding campaign perks. Just want to make sure everyone received their rewards and perks. Stay safe,Joe

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Jan 01

Success!

Update posted by Joe Mynhardt at 06:05 am

And we're done! Thank you so much for contributing. If I haven't been in touch yet, you'll definitely hear from me some time today.Thanks again, and Happy New Year!

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Dec 12

Lucky Draw prizes

Update posted by Joe Mynhardt at 06:21 am

Hi folks,I've sent out emails to all everyone who picked up the $5 Lucky Draw entries. Please let me know if you didn't receive the email.All the best,Joe

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Dec 03

Lucky Draws ending soon

Update posted by Joe Mynhardt at 02:54 pm

Hi everyone,Please note that both the author and reader Lucky Draws take place on Monday the 9th of December. Pick up your $5 entry before then (everyone wins something!).Have a great week,Joe

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Nov 12

Two more perks perfect for this Christmas...

Update posted by Joe Mynhardt at 10:24 pm

Hi everyone,We added more Mercedes M. Yardley pledges today:A signed copy of Mercedes’ Apocalyptic Montessa and Nuclear Lulu with a hand-stitched demon doll & a signed copy of Nameless with a hand-stitched voodoo doll. Both dolls were created by the author with love, good vibes, and the most joyous of

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Nov 08

New reader perk

Update posted by Joe Mynhardt at 03:34 pm

Any Jasper Bark fans in the house?Yip, we just added an Xmas box from Jasper Bark. There is only one Jasper Bark Xmas box available, and it's only available in the UK. This box includes signed copies of Run To Ground and the The Final Cut (both Crystal Lake releases),

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Oct 22

Three more perks (two for authors) and another prize to the Lucky Draw for readers.

Update posted by Joe Mynhardt at 10:03 am

Thought I posted this update yesterday (apparently not).I added two more perks for authors:-novel editing at $300-and a marketing boost for your book (or upcoming release) on our social media pages and newsletter (with a possible reach of 22k fans)And a signed paperback pledge, which we also added to the

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Oct 15

Be sure leave your name and info.

Update posted by Joe Mynhardt at 07:26 am

Hi folks,Please make sure your contribution includes your name and email, since we already have one Lucky Draw entry without any contact details or a name. Just says guest.

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Donors & Comments

67 donors
  • Kristen Dennis
  • Donated on Dec 31, 2019
  • Thank you for your commitment and hard work!

$35.00
  • cage dunn
  • Donated on Dec 29, 2019
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  • Anonymous
  • Donated on Dec 27, 2019
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$50.00
  • Brian Noonan
  • Donated on Dec 25, 2019
  • Crystal Lake Publishing is one of the hardest working publishers in the business. They are constantly promoting, and continuously presenting incentives for readers and writers to come to them for a new read in fiction and nonfiction. They WILL become your go-to source for new horror. I’ve not seen anyone work harder than Crystal Lake to keep the Fires of Fright burning bright.

$20.00
  • David Willems
  • Donated on Dec 21, 2019
$20.00
  • Valerie Williams
  • Donated on Dec 21, 2019
  • Great small press!

$50.00
  • Anonymous
  • Donated on Dec 20, 2019
  • This should get you close to the goal, mate! And I have a manuscript all ready....:)

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  • BRYAN MOOSE
  • Donated on Dec 19, 2019
  • Happy to assist. I don't do Ebooks, so no need to send anything my way other than actual printed books. Thank you, and best of luck with this.

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Followers

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US$2,592.00
raised of $2,500.00 goal
103% Funded
67 Donors
Raised offline: $660.00
Total: $3,252.00