About Storytime Owls
Stories That Keep Families Connected
At Storytime Owls, we believe some of life's most meaningful moments happen during storytime.
A familiar voice reading a favorite book.
A grandparent sharing a special message.
A child hearing words of encouragement before bedtime.
These moments create connection, build confidence, and become treasured memories that last far beyond childhood.
Storytime Owls was created to help families stay connected through the power of storytelling, whether they live in the same home, across town, or across the country. Through our growing collection of children's books and our mobile app, families will be able to share stories, record personal messages, and create a library of memories that children can revisit again and again.
Meet the Goodhearts
Ellie Goodheart
Ellie Goodheart is a pen name that was inspired by my grandparents. I am a wife, a mother, and a grandmother. There is nothing that means more to me than God and my family. I find joy in promoting family values, creating new things, and laughing until tears run down my face.
Doc Goodheart
Doc is a pen name that pays tribute to an older generation of our family. What we have today was at a cost and due to the efforts of the generations before us. I hope the books and your experience with Storytime Owls foster respect and love between children and extended families.
Contributors
Meet some of the contributors that are helping us make this dream a reality.
We are looking for more authors to add book content to the mobile app as well as additional illustrators to collaborate on future Doc & Ellie Goodheart books. Contact us at admin@storytimeowls.com
Artist
Erin O'Brien
I am Erin O'Brien from Chicago. I am an artist and create custom pieces through multiple art medias for my clients. I loved bringing the Storytime Owls family to life. I am collaborating with the Goodhearts to combine my photography with illustrations of the owls in a series of children's books that will be available in the mobile app.
Follow Erin on Instagram @EquinoxRose
Artist
Anastasiia Saikova
My name is Anastasiia, and I am a children's illustrator from Ukraine.
I am proud of my work, which allows me to make this world a little better and more interesting for our little ones. In my illustrations, I try to convey the magic and beauty of the world, which are so important in a child’s life. Being a children's illustrator for me is not just a profession, it is a way to make children happy and inspire them to their adventures. I believe that children's imagination is endless, and my illustrations help them discover new worlds. I'm happy that I can do what I love and bring joy to children with my illustrations!
Artist
Tommy Sutanto
I'm Tommy, a children's book illustrator with a passion for sparking imagination and wonder in young readers. Since childhood, I've been captivated by the magic of storytelling and the power of visual art to transport us to fantastical worlds.
My journey as an illustrator began from my hometown in Semarang, Indonesia
with doodles in the margins of my school notebooks and evolved into a lifelong pursuit of creativity. I studied media arts and animation in USA, honing my skills mostly in digital illustration. Through experimentation and exploration, I discovered my love for bringing characters and scenes to life.
Artist
Jon Larter
I’m Jon, an illustrator from the UK. I love drawing of all kinds, especially humour and learning something new each day. As a child I grew up enjoying the pictures in my comics and books, so to be able to pass that on by creating my own artwork now for children’s books is a wonderful feeling.
My work is a mix of hand drawn and digital painting, but I also enjoy working in pencil crayon and acrylics. Seeing the subjects and characters come to life is something I never get tired with. I’d encourage anyone to draw, no matter your age or the subject, just enjoy it and let your imagination flow.
Artist
Red Fernando
Hi friends, I’m Red, a children's book illustrator with a passion for illustrating vibrant and imaginative worlds, not just for, but mainly for, children. I am also an architecture student from the Philippines, who knows a lot about design that helps me create better and more aligned visuals.
Creating children's books brings me a deep sense of fulfillment—it’s a process I genuinely enjoy and one that helps me unwind as I immerse myself in crafting colorful characters and playful scenes. There’s something magical about knowing my work can inspire kids to reach their fullest creativity and spark their imagination. For me, every illustration is a joyful opportunity to bring stories to life and help children explore new possibilities!
Contributing Author / Illustrators!
Are you interested in partnering with us?
Contact admin@storytimeowls.com if you are interested in publishing a digital children's book on our mobile app.
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What Families Say About Storytime Owls!
"Raising a family today often seems like a solo journey. At times it feels like the traditional "village" is fading away. As parents living away from our extended family, the Storytime Owls app has been an absolute lifeline for us. Concerns about our children's relationship with their grandparents, given the distance, were put to rest with this app. It genuinely feels like having them right down the street! The app's user-friendly interface makes sharing moments a breeze. Storytime Owls has become a source of cherished memories, bridging the gap and turning our worries into moments we'll forever hold close."
