My wife and I are the authors and creators of Mimi and Moto (https://mimiandmoto.com/) and we are based in Atlanta.
The goal of our brand is to get more kids excited about motorcycles via our books, merchandise, events, and animation.
Since 2016, we have self-published three children's motorcycle books and we're approaching 20,000 books sold.
Our next goal is animate Mimi and Moto and expand the brand internationally; we want to do this by creating a motorcycle themed series for kids that adults are going to love too.
With that goal in mind, we would love to connect with motorcycle riders who work in tv/film (agents/animators/producers/etc.) who love motorcycling and would be interested in working with us to bring Mimi and Moto to life.
If you do not ride motorcycles, but like what we are trying to do with Mimi and Moto, we'd love to connect with you as well.
Thanks.
Mark Augustyn
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Hi, Mark Augustyn. Welcome to the community. Mimi and Moto: The Motorcycle Monkeys is a catchy title. I like it! Congratulations to you and your wife on self-publishing three children's books and approaching 20,000 books sold!
Here's a blog that'll help you navigate Stage 32 and connect with creatives and industry professionals (www.stage32.com/blog/how-to-successfully-navigate-the-stage-32-platform-...). Some of them might be motorcycle riders. I know Pat Savage is (www.stage32.com/PatSavage).
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Thanks Maurice. I'll check out the link and will try to connect with Pat Savage. Appreciate it.
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Hey Mark Augustyn - the website you set up for this IP looks fantastic! Welcome to Stage 32!
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You're welcome, Mark Augustyn. I agree with Leonardo. The website looks fantastic! You could post photos of the Mimi and Moto merchandise on your profile if you like.
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Thanks Leonardo and Maurice. Will do on adding merch photos to my profile. We have a functioning business so the plan now is to scale it domestically and internationally by animating Mimi and Moto for a series.
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You're welcome, Mark Augustyn. I hope you and your wife reach the goal to animate Mimi and Moto and expand the brand domestically and internationally!
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You are very welcome Mark Augustyn. Sounds like a great plan - all the best with reaching your goals!
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Hi Mark Augustyn, welcome to the community! Mimi and Moto is such a unique and charming concept. With the success you’ve had in publishing, expanding into animation sounds like an exciting next step. I recommend sharing more about your journey and goals in the Animation and Producing Lounges here on Stage 32- https://www.stage32.com/lounge
You should also reach out to our Success Team at Success@stage32.com! They can help connect you with the right professionals who share your vision and could help bring Mimi and Moto to life on screen. Looking forward to seeing where this journey takes you both!