Invention Is a Mother is Complete! (mostly)

A Mother of an Update
I'm happy to let everyone know that Invention Is a Mother's cover art, cover text, and interior design are finished! I'll review proof copies in the upcoming weeks and then it's time to order books to share with my Kickstarter supporters! Any remaining punctuation or spelling errors will henceforth be referred to as "creative intent."

In the near future, I'll reveal the cover design developed by artist Carlo Giambarresi and graphic designer Jude May. Check out their work, they've both been incredibly inspiring to work with!

Merch
I'm also pleased to report that all the Kickstarter merch (T-shirts, beanies, engraved straws, kitchen towels) is in my possession and ready to be shipped along with the books, once they are ready. Photographic evidence will be forthcoming.

Technology News
Early this year, I had a conversation with Sung Kim, the owner of Function Engineering, and I commented that power wheelchairs were way behind in technology — they have less intelligence and fewer safety features than factory robots and even consumer gizmos we have helped design. Though I haven't verified it, I don't believe my wheelchair would prevent me from driving off the top of a flight of steps. I can verify that it drives over the feet of caregivers without warning.

Sung generously reached out to industry contacts and I'm pleased to report that Function is in discussions with Team Gleason and other groups developing technology for the disabled. We are still figuring out how to fit into that landscape, but I'm optimistic that Function will be able to contribute expertise.

Stay Tuned!