The myths they believe. The stories they weren’t supposed to tell.  A multi-phase documentary, book trilogy, and feature film.

“This living project will unfold as we’re funded — written, filmed, and shaped in real time.”

Help us uncover what Appalachia residents have whispered for generations.

NO YOU DIDN’T is the project title, but this project is more than a series or one book. It's more than one film or a documentary. It’s a 2½-year creative adventure into the stories that have been told for generations.

This living project will unfold as we’re funded — written, filmed, and shaped in real time. Every contribution moves the story forward. We are looking for the oldtimers who know the stories best. We want to talk to the younger storytellers who tell their stories on social media. We'll hire writers for the books, film, and documentary and are ready to start with the first dollar. During prelaunch, we'll have frequent updates so stay tuned.

Our prelaunch is deliberately 'vague' but we will be sharing all aspects of this project in the coming weeks. Please help us share the excitement. Tell your friends and please share on your social media pages. We're in our prelaunch until July 27th and have some awesome perks available for those who are eager to be involved. 

VIP PERKS

Between now and July 27th, all sponsors who contribute $100 or more will receive exclusive updates about the book, film, and documentary as each phase of this project progresses over the next two and a half years. 

Contribute $200 or more during prelaunch and receive the updates above and a special VIP swag package delivered with the first print book. 

~FOUNDING MEMBER PERK-ends July 27th at 12:59 PM EST~

“We build as we go. Every dollar moves the story forward.”

Contribute more than $250 during prelaunch and receive a gratitude documentary or film credit.

Open to everyone:

Do you know someone with a story to tell about the Appalachian Mountains? Please send along their name and contact information (only if you have their permission) and we'll reach out to hear their stories. If we use one or more of their stories, they'll receive fair payment and you'll receive a gratitude film credit and acknowledgements in the first book. 

“Told as it’s lived. Built as it’s backed.”