Intrinsic
Edited by Eleanor Cheetham
An anthology of 12 deep-rooted connections with the natural world
8% funded | 44 supporters
campaign information
Intrinsic is an anthology of previously unpublished writing by women that explores the connections between humans and the natural world.
ABOUT
Topics include: nature as an antagonist; abscission and loss; healing and self-compassion; protection and ethical custodianship; reverberating rhythms; trees in the city; and more.
The twelve long-form essays weave story, history, folklore, myth and science to create personal, passionate responses that are unapologetically led by the true voices of their authors.
Dominant narratives are questioned. Relationships are exposed. This is not your typical collection of nature writing.
CAMPAIGN
We are using a pre-order publishing campaign (similar to a crowdfunding approach but with a longer time-frame). This means we only print the number of copies we need and ensures all writers will be paid fairly and promptly. The campaign aims to raise £15,000 in order to fund the creative and printing costs. Orders will be shipped a few weeks after the target has been reached, hopefully at some point in spring 2022.
Breakdown of our £15,000 goal:
£6,000 writers' fees
£5,350 book printing cost
£2,750 publishing + illustration fees
£900 platform fees and other printing costs
WRITERS
Our 12 contributors are: Rachel Bearn, J L Hall, Jackee Holder, Dal Kular, Sheree Mack, Corinne Marbrow, Evelyn Richbell, Adeola Sheehy-Adekale, Emily Spivey, Jennifer Thompson, Keli Tomlin, Lynne Wyness.
TIMEFRAME
October 2021: Pre-order campaign begins. All writers working on their contributions to the anthology.
Nov/Dec 2021: Final cover image revealed.
March 2022: Final drafts are due. Book to be created.
Summer 2022: Provisional publishing date for the book.
FAQ
Where do you deliver?
At the moment we currently only deliver to the UK. The eBook reward is available internationally.
When can I expect to receive my book / other products?
Once we have reached the target, the book will be sent to print. It is hoped all orders will be shipped within 4 weeks of reaching the target. In-person offers may be redeemed sooner (see specific offer for details).
What is the proposed book spec?
A5 paperback, printed on recycled paper.
pre-order offers
DONATION
£10: Digital
eBook edition
invite to the (virtual) launch - spring 2022
£15: Low earner
(+ shipping)
hardback edition of Intrinsic
eBook edition
invite to the (virtual) launch - spring 2022
£20: earlybird
(+ shipping / 23 of 50 available)
earlybird hardback edition of Intrinsic
eBook edition
invite to the (virtual) launch - spring 2022
£25: hardback copy
(+ shipping)
hardback edition of Intrinsic
eBook edition
invite to the (virtual) launch - spring 2022
£35: signed copy
(+ shipping)
signed hardback edition of Intrinsic
eBook edition
invite to the (virtual) launch - spring 2022
£45: read with a friend
(+ shipping)
2 hardback editions of Intrinsic
eBook edition
invite to the (virtual) launch - spring 2022
£60: print + book
(+ shipping / 9 available)
hardback edition of Intrinsic
eBook edition
fine art print of the cover
invite to the (virtual) launch - spring 2022
£300: writing support
hardback edition of Intrinsic
eBook edition
1:1 writing day with editor Eleanor Cheetham, for anyone wanting in-depth critique, emotional support and practical guidance with their writing (can be in-person or online)
invite to the (virtual) launch - spring 2022
£500: Patron
5 hardback editions of Intrinsic
eBook edition
personalised thank you printed in the book
invite to the (virtual) launch - spring 2022