Andreassen, Ryan: - Ryan Andreassen is an educator and children's book author with a heart for kids and a background in educational leadership. Ryan has spent his career helping young minds flourish, first in classrooms, then in schools, and now through stories that speak to the core of childhood. His books are rooted in the belief that every child deserves to feel seen, valued, and celebrated. Drawing on years of experience working with students, teachers, and families, Ryan writes stories that gently tackle big emotions, build empathy, and spark meaningful conversations- both at home and in the classroom. Whether exploring identity, belonging, resilience, or quiet courage, his stories invite readers to embrace who they are and who they're becoming. An accomplished children's audiobook narrator, Ryan brings a deep love for the read-aloud experience to everything he writes. His work is crafted to resonate not just on the page, but in the hearts of children listening from circle time rugs, library corners, or bedtime pillows. Ryan champions stories that blend literary excellence with emotional depth, books that preserve essential values while illuminating the path forward for today's kids. At the heart of it all is a simple truth he's seen again and again: the right story, at the right time, can change everything.