Inspired by true events…sort of.
A Dolphin Named Shark is filled with beautiful sights and fun rhymes for children (and adults) to enjoy. This book, by Ryan Steinbrunner and Maggie Roth, explores the unique perspective of a toy dolphin who has been confused for a toy shark by his toddler - who is still learning much about the world around her.
”I am grey, I have fins, and I live in the sea, so she thinks I am a shark, but a shark just isn't me.”
In this story, our toy dolphin is here to educate his toddler, and our readers, about some of the key differences between sharks and dolphins, some of which may not be so obvious, even for big kids - and parents too!
“A baby dolphin is a calf, a baby shark is called a pup. A shark’s tale swings left to right, while a dolphin’s goes down and up.”
Meet the Team
Author: Ryan Steinbrunner
Ryan Steinbrunner lives in Houston, Texas, and is a husband and father of two. Ryan is an avid writer, focusing on short stories and poetry — and became inspired to write children’s stories shortly after the birth of his first child. When Ryan is not writing, he works as a commercial litigation attorney. Ryan obtained his B.A. from Texas A&M University and his J.D. from South Texas College of Law Houston.
Illustrator: Maggie Roth
Maggie Roth is a Philadelphia based artist. She studied Illustration at The Savannah College of Art & Design. Maggie's work ranges from illustrative cartoons to minimalist fine art. As an illustrator, she loves the aspect of bringing characters to life. Maggie is currently both a freelance illustrator and full time assistant artist with Kohls.
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