VYRE Network, a vertically integrated entertainment technology and media company in Los Angeles, has announced a strategic partnership with Folktellers Studios in Royal Oak to distribute the pilot episode of “Excerpts From An Unknown Guidebook: Phases of the Moon.” The episode is now available on VYRE.
Based on the award-winning literary property created by Author Josef Bastian, founder of Folktellers Studios, “Excerpts From An Unknown Guidebook” transports viewers into a richly imagined world where ancient mysteries, mythical creatures, and hidden realms exist just beyond ordinary sight.
Designed as a long-form franchise spanning books, television, film, and immersive experiences, the series represents the first chapter of an expanding entertainment universe.
“At VYRE, we believe the future of entertainment belongs to creators who are building worlds, not simply producing content,” says David Hill, CEO of VYRE Network. “‘Excerpts From An Unknown Guidebook’ is exactly the type of original franchise we want to champion. We’re excited to welcome audiences into this remarkable new universe.”
Starring Zane Williz and DJ Burch, “Phases of the Moon” introduces audiences to Aaron, a quiet and reluctant teenager whose ordinary life is shattered when his beloved grandfather, Pap, mysteriously disappears. Joined by his best friend Jake, Aaron embarks on a journey into a hidden world where darkness awakens, forgotten legends become reality, and every answer leads to an even greater mystery.
Directed by Carl Andrew Weyant, the pilot was produced by Folktellers Studios and Alliance Studios International, and created by Bastian and Folktellers Studios. It establishes the foundation for a larger mythology that unfolds across multiple stories, characters, and adventures.
Led by Bastian and Executive Producer Stephen Sadler, Folktellers Studios has published more than 100 ISBNs, anchored by the “Excerpts From An Unknown Guidebook” series alongside beloved titles including “The Chronicles of Silver Jack,” “Simply Gorgeous,” and “Jack’s Mettle.”
The studio’s publishing catalog has earned numerous national honors, including Mom’s Choice Gold Awards, Children’s Moonbeam Book Awards, the American Book Fest Gold Award, and the National Indie Book Award.
“Stories have the power to transport us, inspire us, and connect generations,” says Bastian. “We’re thrilled to introduce audiences around the world to Aaron’s journey and invite them into a universe we’ve spent years building. This is only the beginning.”
Today, Folktellers Studios continues expanding its original intellectual property across publishing, comics, animation, live-action television, music, and live experiences creating a connected universe where every story opens the door to another.
“Bringing ‘Excerpts From An Unknown Guidebook’ to VYRE Network represents an exciting milestone as we continue expanding this universe,” says Sadler. “VYRE understands the long-term value of original intellectual property, and together we’re introducing audiences to the very first chapter of a much larger story that will continue to grow for years to come.”
Available now, audiences can stream “Excerpts From An Unknown Guidebook: Phases of the Moon” exclusively on the VYRE App, available in 183 countries across Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Samsung Smart TVs, LG Smart TVs, Sony TVs, Google TV, Tizen-enabled devices, iPhone, iPad, Android phones and tablets, and on the web at VYRE.tv.
