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Silent Thoughts - A Novel

A real-life tale about overcoming struggles with mental health and addiction.

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Silent Thoughts - A Novel

Silent Thoughts - A Novel

Silent Thoughts - A Novel

Silent Thoughts - A Novel

Silent Thoughts - A Novel

A real-life tale about overcoming struggles with mental health and addiction.

A real-life tale about overcoming struggles with mental health and addiction.

A real-life tale about overcoming struggles with mental health and addiction.

A real-life tale about overcoming struggles with mental health and addiction.

Ryan Baptiste
Ryan Baptiste
Ryan Baptiste
Ryan Baptiste
1 Campaign |
Huntsville, Canada
$356 USD $356 USD 8 backers
11% of $3,169 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal

A bit about me...

My name is Ryan Baptiste and I am a Certified Addictions Counsellor.  Not only do I talk the talk, I have walked the walk, both through addiction and Mental Health Struggles, I have been down so low that I have seen only one way out, but I have battled my way out and am on a steady climb to the top.  By writing this book I want to share the struggles and triumphs with the world.  I have been to the bottom, I have been in the foster care system, I have almost taken my life, but each dip to the bottom I pick myself up, dust myself off and become stronger for having experienced that low.  Your contributions mean so much to me, from $.01 to $100 and everything in between puts me one step closer to achieving this goal!  If this story can help one person realize they are not alone, to me, it is worth it.


    What I Need...

     Publishing isn't cheap, and I am not perfect.  ALL of the money raised is going directly to the publishing, editing and copyrighting of this book.  ALL OF IT!

    None of the money raised will be used for personal reasons, or squandered away.

    Every perk offered, comes from my pocket, and my heart, Every contributor will get a sincere thank you.
    If I do not reach my funding goal the funds will be put into a savings account where I will contribute my own money when I am able to complete the funding for the project.  If I go over the funding goal, the excess money raised will be divided between Team in Training, a Cancer charity that strives to cure the Cancer that took my Foster Mother and Mood Disorder clinic at Toronto Western hospital.

    Your Impact

    Your contribution of your hard-earned money means the world to me.  You are allowing me to share my story on a scale larger than I could have ever imagined.  You contribute with the knowledge that you are allowing me to share this story with someone who may be struggling.  Someone who may be going through a hard time and needs to know they are not alone.

    Risks & Challenges

    I work literally seven days a week to provide for my family.  This manuscript is written once my daughter goes to bed at night or my wife falls asleep, there will be challenges some nights to work the manuscript,  I have run into many obstacles in my life and have overcome them all, just as I will this one.  This story will be shared with the world.  I have vacation time coming up that will be dedicated solely to this project.

      If you can't donate...

      Some of you cannot contribute, but your help is still important to me, spread the word, share the campaign on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram even LinkedIn.  Word of Mouth helps immensely

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        Early Bird Gets The Worm

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        Like the title says, you help me, I help you, this donation gets you an advanced PDF copy of the book. Before the printing and publishing take place. (this one will need your email too)
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        Believer

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        You've made a donation to a cause you believe in, Me! These 200pennies will go a long way in helping me fund my dream. Thank you
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        True Believer

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        500 pennies, you really do believe in this project, I will not let you down. You get a personalized thank you via email. (make sure you leave me your email)
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        Photo Opportunity.

        Currency Conversion $11 USD
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        Okay, So you REALLY believe in the cause. For that I am sending you my sincere thank you, and a glossy 4x6 photo of the Book Cover, Signed on the back by yours truly.
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        Live Copy of the Book

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        Don't like sitting up at a computer reading a book? Would you rather curl up with a blanket and get really involved? This donation gets you a Paperback copy of the book, signed by yours truly with a personal thank you written in the cover.
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        Hard Cover for me please

        Currency Conversion $39 USD
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        Don't like paperback? This package includes a signed, personalized Hardcover copy of my book.
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        Concept Art.

        Currency Conversion $53 USD
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        This package includes a signed 4x6 Image of the book cover. PLUS a signed painting done by a local artist (the same one who completed my cover page) these paintings are 8x10 Canvas or Board painted and depict various moments from the book. These paintings will be mailed out in the fall to the four donors.
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        Chat with me.

        Currency Conversion $63 USD
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        Need to chat? Having problems, wanna talk sports? I will discuss whatever it is you want on Skype, This donation gets you a 15min consult OR chat with Ryan on Skype to talk about anything you please, and of course, you get a sincere thank you.
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        Speaking Engagement

        Currency Conversion $106 USD
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        Want to hear the story before it goes to print? How about having Ryan at your School or Workplace to speak to a crowd. Very engaging and moving with a touch of humour. (Available in ON only) (please email ryanbaptiste0@gmail.com to discuss details and travel)
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