Ryan’s Bio

Award-winning author and teacher Ryan O’Connor hails from Kansas, where his passion for writing and education developed. After being told in high school he would not be successful, Ryan dedicated his life to proving his doubters wrong and began educating, encouraging, and inspiring children of all ages to chase their dream. Ryan, who holds a master’s degree in education, has spent the past fifteen years teaching English to students of all ages in the United States and China. When Ryan is not writing or teaching, he travels the world searching for adventure and learning about different cultures. These experiences helped shape his books—upbeat and uplifting stories for children ages 4-7.

After spending more than a decade living abroad, Ryan calls Kansas City home. He lives with his wife, stepdaughter, and two adorable cats.