Witchstarter 2025: Magic in the Making

​Kickstarter’s Witchstarter Open Call is back, celebrating projects inspired by magic, divination, and the supernatural. To mark the occasion, we’re bringing together a panel of experienced creators launching during this year’s Witchstarter: WSJ & USA Today Bestselling Author Willow Winters, Thomas Negovan of Century Guild, Chris Cieslik of Asmadi Games, and Krystal Banner of Kaleidadope.

They’ll share what it’s like to launch during Witchstarter—and give you an exclusive preview of the magical projects they’re about to bring to life.

​Whether you’re a backer excited to discover enchanting new campaigns or a creator curious about running your own, this session offers a behind-the-scenes look at what makes Witchstarter such a powerful moment on Kickstarter.

​Join us to learn:

​🔮 All about Witchstarter & why it’s Kickstarter’s biggest open call

✨ Why participating can help your project reach new audiences

🕰️ How to participate and time your launch for maximum impact

📣 Best practices for aligning your project with the Witchstarter theme

​🌙 Lessons learned directly from Witchstarter creators about running a successful campaign

​📖 Sneak previews of the projects creators are bringing to life during Witchstarter

​We’ll also host a live Q&A, so bring your questions—whether you’re a creator preparing your own campaign or a backer eager to learn more about the projects launching this October.

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