Can Henry Make It

Can Henry Make It is a story following a young kiwi bird that lives in New Zealand and his efforts to understand why he cannot fly like the other birds on the island. Henry is in somewhat of an identity crisis, he is a bird that cannot fly? He is not sure who he really is, or why he isn't who he is expected to be.

With his friend Cable the bat by his side, Henry starts a journey through the island of New Zealand to find the answers to all his questions! Ultimately understanding that he is just fine the way he is! And he doesn't have to live up to outside expectations. This book is not only for children, but for any age, because it so relatable being in an "identity crisis". So many of us have gone through them. Henry is here to make that process a little easier.

Born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Darion Harding the author of Can Henry Make It and Henry's Best Christmas is currently writing his third children's book to be released this fall 2013. He holds an Associate in Arts from North Hennepin Community College in Brooklyn Park, MN. Harding has published poetry with the World Poetry Movement becoming a semi-finalist in the international competition. In his early 20's, Harding began writing poetry, screenplays and short stories. Most of his work is inspired by daily events, situations that could happen to anybody and simple things like the name of a neighbor's dog. The author's most recent work in theatre was in 2013. The Other Me, a short play performed at the North Hennepin Community College Theatre in a student play festival. He has also worked in several theatre productions, as stage manager and in other technical aspects. He also volunteers in "The Theatre in The Round" helping with the sound and lights production team.

Harding will be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in screenwriting at Metropolitan State University in 2013. The young author not only participates in theatre productions, but also earned a "Minnesota Campus Compact Award" for student leadership. Darion lives in Maple Grove, Minnesota and enjoys spending time with his two young nephews, participating in extra-curricular college activities and creating writing projects.