About Us
Making Literacy and Creativity Fun For Every Child
With busy schedules and endless distractions, creating meaningful connections—whether at home or in the classroom—can be a challenge. But what if you could turn everyday moments into engaging storymaking experiences that spark imagination, foster creativity, and build lasting skills? That’s where The Storymaking Hub comes in.
Our Mission
The Storymaking Hub exists to help families and educators connect, create, and learn through the power of storymaking. Our hands-on activities—and our unique Storymaking Approach of Explore, Create, Complete, and Share—bring joy, imagination, and educational growth into homes and classrooms, turning everyday moments into meaningful learning experiences.
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We believe every child deserves the chance to explore their creativity, every parent deserves engaging ways to bond with their kids, and every educator deserves tools that make literacy and storymaking fun and effective.
Our Story
​The Storymaking Hub grew out of the collaborative storymaking adventures of Rick Williams Sr. and his grandchildren. Their shared love for space, fantasy, and adventure—fueled by trips to planetariums, libraries, and bookstores—sparked the creation of the Dragon & Dinosaur Chronicles, a fantasy series about a family of star travelers.
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What began as a family project evolved into a mission to inspire others. With each story, Rick and his team discovered new ways to foster creativity and learning—both at home and in the classroom.
Today, The Storymaking Hub carries this legacy forward, making storytelling accessible and transformative for children, families, and educators everywhere.
Our Storymaking Approach
We believe that every child has a story to tell. Our storymaking approach makes storytelling accessible and engaging for all ages—helping families and educators nurture creativity, literacy, and critical thinking in ways that feel like play.
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The Storymaking Hub Journey
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Explore – Learn the basics of storymaking through reading, prompts, and creative inspiration.
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Create – Transform ideas into stories through imaginative expression and hands-on activities.
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Complete – Refine and finalize your projects to build confidence in your storymaking.
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Share – Celebrate creativity by sharing finished stories with family, friends, classmates, or the wider community.
Rick Williams Sr. with his grandson, Brady Williams
Our Founder
Rick Williams Sr
Author
Rick Williams Sr, a retired Silicon Valley biotech executive, founded The Storymaking Hub to share his passion for storytelling and education. After co-authoring the Dragon & Dinosaur Chronicles with his grandson, Rick saw the potential to inspire literacy and creativity through collaborative storymaking models.
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Rick’s vision extends beyond the books he’s written. His hands-on approach to crafting stories with his grandchildren has become a cornerstone of The Storymaking Hub’s mission. Through innovative educational tools and curriculums, Rick brings the joy of storytelling to educators, parents, and children worldwide.
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Your Storymaking Journey Is Guided by Our Dragons
Spark
Ember
Blaze
Why Storymaking?
Storymaking is a powerful way to unlock creativity, boost learning, and build meaningful connections. Here’s why it’s so valuable:
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1. Sparks Imagination
Storymaking fuels creativity, allowing children to build new worlds, characters, and adventures—whether at home or in the classroom.
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2. Enhances Collaboration
It encourages teamwork, communication, and sharing ideas, fostering stronger connections between family members and classmates.
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3. Builds Confidence
Creating stories helps children express their ideas, solve problems, and gain confidence in their abilities.
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4. Augments Learning
Storymaking is an exciting way to reinforce school subjects like science, English, and more. Through this creative process, children apply critical thinking, learn new concepts, and engage with academic content in a fun, hands-on way—both inside and outside the classroom.​
Featured Books
Discover a captivating selection of novels and engaging workbooks from Rick Williams Books—each designed to spark imagination, foster a love of learning, and provide a unique blend of entertainment and education. Perfect for families and classrooms, these books help children develop creativity, literacy, and critical thinking skills through fun and meaningful storymaking experiences.
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Available
Star Life Keepers
by Rick Williams Sr.
with Brady Williams
Follow the thrilling adventures of Jason and his cousins as they navigate a world of dragons, dinosaurs, and daring quests. This book inspires young readers to embrace creativity and teamwork!
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Recommended Grade Level: Best for Grades 4–6
Themes: Friendship, Family, Courage, Overcoming Challenges, Good vs Evil
Learning Activities: Includes a readers' guide
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Coming Soon
Story Writing for Creative Kids
by Rick Williams Sr.
with Cherry-An Somoso
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Join Spark, your storymaking dragon friend, in this fun and interactive workbook! Explore character, setting, plot, and theme through engaging exercises and creative activities. Featuring challenges inspired by Star Life Keepers, this workbook makes storymaking simple and exciting!
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Recommended Grade Level: Best for Grades 4–6
Themes: Creativity, Storymaking, Imagination
Learning Activities: Includes guided exercises, fun extras, and a Star Life Keepers challenge
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Coming Soon
Orion Fire Storm
by Rick Williams Sr.
with Caleb Williams
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Continue the epic journey with Jason, Amanda, and Elisa as they face new challenges in the Belacamber parallel universe. With new creatures, thrilling adventures, and high stakes, this sequel to Star Life Keepers will keep you on the edge of your seat!
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Recommended Grade Level: Best for Grades 4–6
Themes: Friendship, Bravery, Discovery, Good vs Evil
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