I’m Steven Morden, an independent author who has written and published the fantasy novelette No Going Back. Now I want to take the next step and bring its characters, creatures, and world to life as an animated film. With today’s AI animation technology, independent creators have opportunities that once required entire production studios. I want to produce this film myself, but my current computer lacks the processing power needed to do the work. I’m raising an estimated $2,500 to build a powerful workstation capable of running AI animation software locally so I can develop characters, create environments, animate scenes, and work toward producing the film adaptation of No Going Back independently.

The funds will go toward the seven essential components needed for the computer build:

The $2,500 goal is an estimate based on current hardware prices, including applicable sales tax and fundraising transaction fees. The actual cost depends on hardware market fluctuations at the time of purchase. This computer will be the foundation of the project, giving me the ability to create the animation myself rather than taking on the enormous expense of a traditional animation studio.

Read it here. If the story of No Going Back connects with you and you want to see it thrive, I’m asking for your support. Every donation, no matter how small, brings me one step closer to making this dream a reality. If you can’t donate, sharing this fundraiser would mean just as much. Thank you for supporting independent storytelling and helping me bring my imagination to the screen.