Meet Smudge, an imaginary character without a story to star in. Having grown restless waiting for their creator to reveal their purpose, Smudge embarks on a courageous caper to sneak a story of their own design into the mysterious World Book that the Inkling Society, the exclusive cadre of authors who created them, jealously guard. This animated short for tween audiences playfully explores the creative process, challenging conventions, and the resilience of characters who dare to become storytellers in their own right.

by Brenna Powers (USA)