Fanbase Press launches Kickstarter for Shrub: The Collected Edition graphic novel, seeking $2,000 to fund the middle grade series exploring grief and connection.
PRIVATEOct 04, 2026
Amount Raised
$2,000
Round Type
Pre-Seed
PublishingEbooks
Description
Fanbase Press, a GLAAD Award-winning publisher, has launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund the collected trade paperback edition of Shrub, an 8-issue middle grade Graphic Medicine series. The campaign has a funding goal of $2,000 and 4 days remaining. Created by Emmy Award-nominated writer Shane Portman, the series explores how grief takes root through the cross-country journey of a sentient Shrub character alongside grieving siblings. The collected edition features contributions from notable comics and mental health professionals, including forewords, introductions, and resource guides.
Company Information
Company
Fanbase Press
About
Fanbase Press is a GLAAD Award-winning publisher and media outlet that creates comics and graphic novels addressing important social issues. They focus on middle-grade and adult graphic narratives that explore themes like grief, connection, and mental health. Their works aim to destigmatize difficult topics and promote understanding across diverse audiences.
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