The Amazing Story of Tony Oliva - A Children's Book

A project in Minneapolis, MN by Ricardo Oliva
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Children's book about Minnesota Twins legend Tony Oliva's journey from a small farm in Cuba to the National Baseball Hall of Fame
Backers: 159
Average Pledge Per Backer: $123

Funded: $19,622 of $10,000
Dates: Jan 25th -> Mar 1st (35 days)
Project By: Ricardo Oliva
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Latest News

Final thoughts and next steps

February 28th - via: kickstarter.com
The Kickstarter campaign is coming to an end tonight at midnight CST, and I want to say a huge "THANK YOU" for supporting this project. So, what's next? 3/1 You will be receiving a survey this weekend and it is extremely important that you fill it... (Read More)

This may be the most exciting update yet!

February 24th - via: kickstarter.com
I have been working with the Minnesota Twins and Major League Baseball since last October to secure the rights to use the TC and other Twins markings in the book. Both entities have been gracious in granting me a license, but their existing... (Read More)

Stretch Goal Achieved!

February 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
I can hardly believe it. Last night we hit our stretch goal of $15,000! Thank you so much everybody for continuing to support this project. Here's another page from the book, and some reference photos.  When I talk about my dad growing up in Cuba... (Read More)

An amazing 24 hours!

February 21st - via: kickstarter.com
WOW! We have received eleven new pledges since yesterday's update and are only $165 away from our $15,000 stretch goal. Thank you so much for all your support. I can't wait for you to see the finished book. Here's an up-close look at one of the... (Read More)

A new stretch goal!

February 20th - via: kickstarter.com
We have 8 days left and I am announcing a new stretch goal! I have worked out a deal with the folks over at www.therealest.com to authenticate the signatures on all of the books we'll be sending out after the campaign. What this means for you is if... (Read More)

We hit our goal - and the book is looking great!

February 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you so much! The outpouring of support has been absolutely amazing so far. I hit my original goal of $10,000, ensuring enough funds to send the book to the printers! I received an updated draft from the publisher and it looks amazing! Right now... (Read More)

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