Help Me Build a Home for Independent Creators

Hi, my name is Braydon Paden, and for the past several years I've been writing manga while working a full-time job. Like many independent creators, I know what it's like to pour hundreds of hours into a project and wonder if anyone will ever discover it.

Over time, I realized something.

There are thousands of talented creators making incredible manga, comics, and books. The problem isn't always the quality of their work—it's getting that work into readers' hands. Many creators don't have the resources to print their books, attend conventions, or get them into local stores.

I want to help change that.

My goal is to build a local publishing and distribution effort that helps independent creators share their work with more people while allowing them to keep full ownership of everything they create.

Rather than asking creators to give up their rights, I work with them by obtaining permission to print and sell their books and merchandise. They remain the owners of their stories, characters, and artwork while earning royalties from every sale.

This project is still in its early stages, but I've already begun reaching out to creators, building relationships, and working toward getting independent books into local stores and conventions.

Why I'm Raising $700

I'm intentionally starting small.

The $700 goal will help me purchase the equipment and supplies needed to begin helping creators locally, including:

• Initial printing costs for books, stickers, and posters

• Packaging and shipping supplies

• Convention and local event expenses

• Display materials for selling books in person

• Other startup costs involved in building this project

Every dollar raised goes directly toward helping me build a stronger foundation so I can support more creators.

My Long-Term Vision

My dream isn't just to publish my own manga.

It's to create opportunities for independent creators who deserve to have their work seen.

I want to build something where talented artists and writers can reach new readers without giving up ownership of what they've worked so hard to create.

Everyone starts somewhere, and this campaign is my first step.

Whether you choose to donate, share this campaign, or simply read my story, thank you for taking the time to support independent creators.

I truly appreciate it.

— Braydon Paden
Independent Manga Creator