Bryan Patrick, a 4-year-old from North Carolina, is on a mission to become the youngest author in the world. His journey began when he was just a toddler and displayed an interest in letters. Eleanor and Ervin Patrick, his parents who are both educators, noticed this talent and encouraged it by taking him to museums and hosting alphabet-themed parties for him.
Bryan’s fascination with letters evolved into a project when he decided to create an alphabet garden with plants that matched each letter. With the support of his family, he worked hard to master reading fluently, knowing letter sounds and numbers, as well as being able to multiply and divide – skills usually mastered by children in higher grades.
Every night, Bryan would type out the alphabet slowly progressing into sentences and eventually a book, all completed within a month. To achieve the title of the world’s youngest author, Bryan must sell 1,000 copies of his book. In pursuit of this goal, his family is organizing a book launch party in New Bern, North Carolina.
Bryan’s story is truly remarkable, showcasing the power of passion, determination, and family support in achieving extraordinary things at a very young age. His parents have had to grapple with finding an appropriate grade level for him due to his advanced abilities but emphasize that much of his learning has been self-taught.
