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The Hostage: A Graphic Novel by Sal Abbinanti

Created by Sal Abbinanti

A full-color graphic novel inspired by the culture & religions of Brazil—set in the favelas of Rio de Janeiro 🇧🇷

Latest Updates from Our Project:

[VIDEO] Unboxing THE HOSTAGE - Final Book
almost 3 years ago – Thu, Jul 01, 2021 at 06:37:08 PM

We just received the final version of THE HOSTAGE! Check out the book:

[VIDEO] The Hostage Proof is Here!
almost 3 years ago – Tue, Jun 22, 2021 at 09:45:46 PM

Excited to share this update of the *approved* proof for THE HOSTAGE... check it out!

Foil Cover & Slipcase Proofs Are Here!
almost 3 years ago – Tue, May 18, 2021 at 03:38:29 AM

We're excited to share progress on THE HOSTAGE...

  • Last week we received our proofs of the slipcase design & foil cover for THE HOSTAGE (check out the video to see these!)
  • We're on track to ship the book and all other rewards this summer, as planned
  • We've had 98% of backers complete their surveys... amazing work and thank you all! If you are one of the few people who have NOT completed your survey, please check your email for a message from BackerKit ([email protected]) and fill it out!
  • A reminder that we delivered the Digital Edition in April; if you did not receive the PDF download links, you can find them by searching your email for a message from BackerKit ([email protected])

Thank you again—more updates to come!

Digital Edition of The Hostage is Here!
about 3 years ago – Mon, Apr 12, 2021 at 08:21:04 PM

The Digital Edition of THE HOSTAGE is here!

We're excited to announce that delivery of the digital edition for The Hostage begins right now. For everyone who pledge $10 or more on the project, you will get the following:

  • The Hostage Digital Edition PDF - English
  • The Hostage Digital Edition PDF - Portuguese
  • The Hostage Sketchbook PDF

These downloads have been sent sent via BackerKit, our fulfillment platform. We just sent them, so if you're reading this, please check your inbox for the links.

PLEASE NOTE: You will only receive your downloads if your survey is complete. If you still need to complete your survey, click here to get started. Thank you!

Up next, we've got the book in production, and we're on track for our estimated delivery date of June 2021. 

Finally, if you know anyone who wanted the book but didn't get a chance to pledge, we are currently taking pre-orders here: The Hostage Pre-Order Store. Please feel free to share with anyone who might be interested.

 Thank you for all your support!

Surveys Coming This Week!
about 3 years ago – Mon, Mar 15, 2021 at 08:36:41 PM

Hi everyone! 

Hope this message finds you well. What an awesome ride we had with THE HOSTAGE Kickstarter Campaign. Thank you for all your support. And we're just getting started.

Now we're working hard on getting the book printed and getting your rewards delivered. So we want to give you a quick update on what to expect.

Later this week we will be sending our Backer Surveys using a tool called BackerKit. BackerKit makes it easy for our fulfillment team to track everyone's rewards and make sure everyone gets what they ordered. 

We'll be using the BackerKit surveys to confirm everyone's info and finalize shipping. So please keep an eye out for that email!

Another cool thing about BackerKit is that it allows us to offer add-ons to our backers. So if you were thinking about picking up another of the artist exclusive prints, or a copy of THE HOSTAGE sketchbook, you'll be able to do that.

Finally we want to announce an exclusive add-on that we'll be offering to our backers... the SAM Sketchbook.  This sketchbook features pencil sketches, ideas, and concept art from Sal, and it's signed by him as well:

This piece will be available exclusively through our BackerKit surveys, which are coming later this week. 

Thank you again for your support, and can't wait to share more progress on THE HOSTAGE!