The story behind the stories

How a Kid Became an Author

Meet Rylan Perlman, the young author whose books helped begin the SkyPlay Squad adventure.

Rylan Perlman, author of SkyPlay Squad Adventures
01

It Started With an Idea

Every story begins with the possibility of something new. For young author Rylan Perlman, imagination has become a way to share stories through the SkyPlay Squad Adventures books.

02

Bringing Characters to Life

Characters give ideas a place to grow. The six heroes of the SkyPlay Squad invite a world of individuality, friendship, and teamwork. Meet the heroes and explore their original artwork and confirmed powers on the Squad page.

03

Turning a Story Into a Book

Rylan is the young author behind The Hero Who Was Different and The Storm of Listening. These two books explore differences and the value of listening—ideas that can spark conversations and creativity beyond the page.

04

What Rylan Learned

Making a book offers space to imagine, listen, and see ideas take shape. Rylan’s own reflections will be added here after approval, so his experience can be told in his voice rather than through invented quotes.

05

Your Turn to Create

You don’t have to begin with a whole book. Begin with a character, a possibility, or a question. Your ideas deserve space, too.

Enter the Creator Lab