A graphic novel memoir co-written by Arn Anderson detailing his life leading to -- and then forever changing -- professional wrestling.
Latest Updates from Our Project:
Huge book update!
almost 3 years ago
– Tue, May 02, 2023 at 07:52:06 PM
The book is finished and in Arn's hands for review!
Hey all!
Given that it's been a minute since we touched base, I didn't want to bury the lede with this update: As the deadline says, the book is finished and has been delivered (in a digital format) to Arn for final review!
Given this, we plan on then delivering the final files to the publisher next week (after making any last minute adjustments/edits), and it will then be sent to print for your Kickstarter Exclusive Hardcover Editions... as well as the (TPB) trade paperback softcover editions that will be made available in book stores and comic shops everywhere. (More on that in a moment!)
We will also now begin the process of assembling the Stretch Goal items as well... so we'll all be getting our signing hands ready and more! Ha-ha!
If you know an Arn Anderson fan who missed the Kickstarter...
As promised as part of the campaign, the deluxe hardcover editions of the book (and the other Stretch Goal add-ons) will be made print-to-order (with small overages to cover damages, of course). This means if you preordered the Kickstarter Exclusive Hardcover Edition of the book you're going to have a very rare collectible to cherish forever!
That being said, publisher Source Point Press is also now making a softcover TPB edition of the book (one that will not include all the Kickstarter perks and upgrades, of course) available for preorder anywhere graphic novels are sold:
If you know someone who would like to get a trade paperback softcover edition of this book, please let them know to head to their local comic shop and ask them to preorder a copy! If they don't have a comic shop, they can also preorder a softcover edition directly at www.ArnComic.com!
As always, we appreciate your direct support of this book! This past weekend was the first time I got to see the final lettered pages of the book, and I can say with no bias that this is easily among the most artistically gorgeous and emotionally investing graphic novels I've ever had the pleasure of being a part of.... and I can't wait for all of you to see it, friends!
I'll be keeping you all in the loop as we prepare to cross the finish line and be in touch soon!
Your friend in comics,
Dirk Manning
We are "Marching" towards the finish line!
about 3 years ago
– Mon, Mar 27, 2023 at 07:08:08 PM
Hello everyone!
As we approach the end of the month, we wanted to drop you all a line to let you know that production on Arn Anderson: My Life as the Enforcer is continuing to move along on schedule, and we are very close to the final review of the book before sending it to print!
All of Shawn Daley’s pages are done, Colm Griffin is finishing his final pages over the next few weeks, and we will then present Justin Birch’s final lettered pages to editor Drena Jo and then finally to Arn for final approval.
As many of you are aware, Arn’s family has recently suffered an unimaginable loss, and we ask that you continue to keep them all in your thoughts and prayers, and please send any queries about the final production schedule to us directly through the Kickstarter messaging platform.
We remain exceptionally grateful for your support and can’t wait for you to see the final product. On behalf of all of us, thank you for your support! We will be in touch again with another update (and perhaps even some exclusive preview pages) soon!
Thank you, everyone!
Your friend in comics,
Dirk Manning
Production is continuing! Here's some sneak peeks!
about 3 years ago
– Fri, Feb 17, 2023 at 07:58:34 PM
If you don't want to see any sneak peek art, go no further...
Hey friends!
I just wanted to drop you all a quick note to let you know that production is continuing on ARN ANDERSON: MY LIFE AS THE ENFORCER right on schedule! Shawn Daley's pages are finished and Colm Griffin is finishing the colors on his even as I type this... and Justin Birch has been laying letters as we go!
This is always the "quiet part" of the campaign where we're all just grinding away behind the scenes... but here's a few sneak peeks for you all, including a few finished pages by Shawn and some rare "behind the scenes' peeks from Colm!
I can't wait for you all to see the finished product! We are all exceptionally proud of -- and excited about -- this graphic novel!
If you know someone who missed the Kickstarter...
As a friendly reminder, if you know someone who missed the Kickstarter, they can still pre-order the TPB directly from Source Point Press through www.ArnComic.com for a limited time!
The advantage of pre-ordering it directly is that doing so will still get them the book before it hits the racks in book stores and comic shops... so if you know someone that may be interested, let them know!
Thanks all! I'll keep you all posted as we round the final corner! Your support of this book has been -- and remains -- very, very appreciated by all involved!
Thanks again, everyone!
Your friend in comics,
Dirk Manning
Attention Cameo Backers!
about 3 years ago
– Mon, Jan 09, 2023 at 07:02:37 PM
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BackerKits have been sent! Here's what to do next!
about 3 years ago
– Wed, Jan 04, 2023 at 09:40:55 PM
Here's the BackerKit link if you didn't get it yet!
Hey all!
As of earlier today you should have all gotten a link to the ARN ANDERSON: MY LIFE AS THE ENFORCER BackerKit, which is where you need to go to verify your address and finalize your order.
If you didn't see (or get) the email, you can access your BackerKit HERE:
As mentioned a moment ago, through BackerKit you'll also be able to provide us with your shipping address and specify any other details... including adding on any bonus items you may want.
You can also share the BackerKit link if you know anyone who perhaps missed the initial campaign but may want to get a copy of the book and the other items available.
(Fear not, the hardcover edition and the Stretch Goals are NOT being made available to anyone who didn't preorder it through the Kickstarter Campaign. Only YOU get those numerous perks for preordering!)
What You Need to Know About BackerKit (Especially if You've Never Used it Before)
Your BackerKit will be pre-populated with the rewards you pledged for during the campaign. After you answer the questions related to your pledge level (if applicable), BackerKit will take you to the Add-Ons page. The Add-Ons page is set up just like a web store where you'll be able to include any Add-Ons you may have wanted by adding extra money to your pledge during the campaign. Basically, it's just like you're shopping online -- if you want anything extra.
Otherwise, just confirm your pledge and shipping address and you'll be good to go!
If you have any questions, please send a message through the BackerKit page -- or send me a Direct Message through this platform -- and I'll be in touch soon!)Here's the BackerKit link one more time:
If you were one of the lucky backers who secured a cameo in the book, I will be reaching out to you in a secondary message soon to get a photo for your likeness so that you can be immortalized in this graphic novel forever!
That aside, the art is and lettering on the book is currently being completed even as I type this update! As these processes are completed we’ll go over the final pages one more time with Arn for his final seal of approval (lest we risk a spinebuster!) and we will then send this book to the printer!
As always, I will keep you all posted via occasional updates along the way! Thanks again for your support, everyone!
