Ryan’s Countdown

Join Ky and Kate as they have another great day flying their kite and imagine Ryan, a rocket who has a dream of becoming a space rocket.

It won’t be easy! Especially since Ryan is small and not very strong.  But with a lot of support, hope and determination anything is possible.

The dynamic illustrations coupled with the heartwarming presentation of meaningful relationships and a main character you want to cheer on, make Ryan’s Countdown a book your children will truly embrace.

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Reviews

  • “What a beautiful and well-illustrated story to encourage children to follow their dreams no matter how hard or far off they seem. A great way to instill in children the value of study, hard work and sticking to the tasks at hand to get you where you would like to go. Such habits and characters will lead to success. A great entertaining and motivational story for children and parents alike. Written in rhyme was also a good effect. Highly recommended.”
    – Janice S. Ellis
    Author of From Liberty to Magnolia
  • “Ryan’s Countdown by Howie Groff, illustrated by Olya Bond is a wonderful rhyming children’s book. While it is Christian-inspired, its theme is uplifting and universally applicable. The only overt Biblical citation is at the very end of the book. Even that quote is about building up one another.”
    – Garrett Ward
    Author of The Haunting and Eldritch Manor
  • “I loved this book and so did my grandson. This fun rhyming story tells the tale of Ryan who dreamed of becoming a space rocket. With his own perseverance and the encouragement of others, Ryan eventually achieves his dream.”
    – Kay Douglas
  • “A lovely book to share with a special child. It tells the inspiring story of Ryan, who, with efforts and loving support reaches his highest aspirations. A powerful message coupled with extraordinary illustrations. It is a joy to read.”
    – Erik Tornquist
  • “This is a cute book. There are three things I thought were especially excellent. The illustrations and format are beautiful and artistically appropriate for the story. The text rhymes and bounces right along, making it a pleasure to read out loud.”
    – Tim A
  • “The illustrations are great and the story is light and fun, but with a very good message for kids to never give up on themselves.”
    – Alysia Seymour
  • “I thought the illustrations on this book were just adorable. The message was a good one too. I would recommend for the little ones.”
    – Anne
  • “A lovely little story teaching the reader to never give up and do your best. Stay focused on your dream. The illustrations were top-notch.”
    – Rollin Miller
  • “This short story is wonderfully illustrated and gives a positive message about the success one can have when they are successful with their schoolwork. Very nice book for a parent to read to his child!”
    – Brian Mahoney
  • “This is a cute, imaginative and whimsical tale, filled with colorful illustrations. Suffice it to say, this is a great book for kids, and adults will enjoy sharing the adventure with them. It also has lessons about working hard and perseverance.”
    – O. Barnack

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