Themes: reality TV, humor, practical jokes, dealing with disappointment, friendship. Ned and David are twins. When Ryan Wilson—host of their favorite show, Ryan's World—holds a contest, the brothers call in. The chances of winning are slim. But they do! Ryan will spend a week living with their family. However, the twins soon learn that TV Ryan is not the same as real-life Ryan. This series of short 60- to 70-page novels was designed to engage a broad spectrum of striving readers. No longer will upper-elementary students have to read material junior to their maturity and interests. Characters are age appropriate and come from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Science fiction, sports, paranormal, realistic life, historical fiction, and fantasy are just a few of the many genres. Books are no higher than a 1.5 reading level, with illustrations on every spread that support visual literacy and draw kids into the text. Red Rhino Books® maintain consistency in design and readability throughout each novel, making reading enjoyable and achievable.