Not Today Studios is an independent, IP-focused creative studio built for people who are tired of waiting for “someday” to start.
We develop original ideas across publishing, games, technology, and screen media — with a focus on finishing work, retaining creative ownership, and building projects sustainably over time.
Our goal is simple: help creatives turn ideas into finished work, one hour a day.
WHO WE ARE
WHAT WE’RE BUILDING
Not Today Studios is structured around four core divisions, each at a different stage of development:
Publishing
Practical creative guides and original written work designed to help writers and creators move from idea to completion.
Tech
Creator-focused tools and platforms, including JAMES QA, our no-code quality assurance toolkit, and Someone.Network, a long-term platform concept for creative collaboration.
Games
Small, accessible games built around clarity, replayability, and respect for the player’s time — including Howzat! Dice Cricket! (available now) and Strike! Dice Baseball! (in development).
Film & TV
An in-development division focused on supporting independent screen projects at an early stage and developing original narrative IP for long-term screen adaptation.
Each division is designed to stand on its own, while also supporting a wider ecosystem of original, creator-owned IP.
An IP-First Studio
At the heart of Not Today Studios is a long-term commitment to original intellectual property.
Where possible, ideas are developed internally and explored across multiple formats — such as books, games, and screen projects — allowing successful work to grow organically rather than being licensed away prematurely.
This approach prioritises creative control, sustainability, and long-term value over short-term wins.
one-hour a day
Everything at Not Today Studios is built around a single guiding principle:
Real creative progress happens in small, consistent steps.
We believe dedicating just one focused hour a day can be enough to turn unfinished ideas into meaningful, completed work — without burnout, gatekeeping, or unrealistic expectations.
That philosophy shapes how we build products, support collaborators, and grow the studio itself..
Meet the Founder
Not Today Studios is currently the passion project of James Stott, an experienced creative technologist, QA lead, and lifelong storyteller. Driven by a commitment to fostering creativity and community, James personally curates each product and platform to empower and inspire.
"I created Not Today Studios because I've been exactly where you are — always thinking 'maybe tomorrow'. Now, I'm here to say: Not today. Today is for creating."
— James Stott, Founder
Contact us
We're building something special at Not Today Studios—and we'd love for you to be part of it. Whether you're a creative looking to collaborate or an investor interested in joining our journey, fill out the form below and let's start the conversation.
Together, we can turn groundbreaking ideas into reality.