Acclaimed filmmaker Anand Gandhi, known for his innovative films Tumbbad and Ship of Theseus, is stepping into the literary world as a co-author with game designer Zain Memon. Their new sci-fi fantasy book, Maya: Seed Takes Root, promises to launch an expansive storytelling universe that includes films, novels, games, and more.
The excitement for Maya: Seed Takes Root reached new heights during its Kickstarter campaign, which quickly surpassed its funding goal. Just hours after launching, the project secured over 430% of its target, making it a record-breaking success and the fastest-rising debut novel on the platform.
Kickstarter serves as a platform for creators to pre-sell their projects, allowing fans to support projects before they hit the market. Readers can expect to get their hands on Maya: Seed Takes Root in January 2026.
Expressing their gratitude, Anand Gandhi and Zain Memon shared, “Today, we laid the foundation of MAYA. It’s both exciting and reassuring to see such an enthusiastic response. This shows there’s a demand for a new mythology that resonates with today’s questions.”
With this remarkable start, Maya: Seed Takes Root is set to become one of the most eagerly awaited sci-fi fantasy novels of 2026, offering a fresh and ambitious take in the genre.
