Speedboat Race

By Amir Tariq Khan

“Speedboat Race” is a story of a speedboat racer trying to compete in the season's final race. John has to use his knowledge and skill, to keep himself and his boat ready and try to overcome last-minute adversity. It is a wonderful simple chapter book for ages 4-10.

An earnest paean to determination and hard work for young readers. - Kirkus

This book is perfect for parents and educators who have toddlers who lack confidence. It will help them to believe in themselves. Brilliant work." - Readers' Favorite

Winner of the "Best Blossoming Children's Chapter Book 2022 " Clara J. Johns Literary Award
Auggie Bear Publishing

“This is a good read…not only learn not to give up but through hard work and determination anything is possible” Stanley Singh (Reading with Stanley) Children Reviews "What happens next, …good.” “I liked the drawings – Drake B. “I love this little boat story and would read this story many more times.” – Aiyana D. “I like this book and how he started in fourth place. I would recommend this book for other 2nd graders or older” – Marley P. “Buy this book for me, I like the pictures and the ending part.” – Jagger K.
Book Creation:
In 1990 at age 12, author Amir Khan wrote a short story for a school assignment called His six-grade teacher submitted his work to the district and participated in the Illinois Young Author's Conference that year. The manuscript was stored safely and given to him on his 40th birthday by his parents.
The author share this experience with my two daughters Zoya 12 and Zysha Khan 9, whom he brought in as illustrators. With their involvement “Speedboat Race” is a story created by kids for kids. “Speedboat Race” was published as a children’s book on Labor Day 2021.
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