Jill Droege
Children’s Book Author
Dedicated to Teaching Children to Read
My son inspired me to start writing.
At a young age, reading was a challenge for him, but he never gave up. His determination and tenacity motivated me to create an imaginary world that would teach children to read, overcome fears, and succeed. I'm now proud to say, my son is a college graduate and successful businessman.
I never dreamed of being an author.
Ever since I was a teenager, I’ve loved coming up with new ideas, drawing, and fiddling with words. For more than 35 years, I’ve been using my talents working with promotional products. My imagination and creativity help bring my stories to life.
I grew up in a big family-seven boys and four girls. I’m number nine. My parents gave us the love and support we needed to succeed. Now I want to share with parents, teachers, and mentors a recipe for SUCCESS so children may shine.
There have been many challenges in trying to make my vision become a reality, but I’ve learned to Never Give Up, Always Look Up!
Jill Droege—Author of O’Max Relax
What fun it can be having children meet the author of O’Max Relax! Find out how Jill Droege created her unique and loveable characters and what makes them especially significant for children. Children will learn about the theme of success that runs throughout the Dreedle Dogs series and why it is so important to Never Give Up, Always Look Up. In addition, Jill can introduce students to the process of writing using word families, developing characters, and expressing creativity.
Author Jill Droege is available for interviews, talks, workshops for students, parents, teachers, and mentors. She’s based in St. Louis, MO, but is happy to travel. She’ll tailor her visit to your school function or event.
Jill works with children ages 4-9
Due to Covid-19 pandemic, author Jill Droege is not making in-person visits at this time. However, you can find Read Aloud information under Educational on this website.
Please allow two-three weeks for a response to a request for a visit.
Keep in mind that as the host, it is understood that you will pay all travel costs and expenses incurred by the author, as well as the author’s fee.
- Need three preferred dates for visit by author
- Number of presentations desired (maximum 2 per day)
- Estimated attendance: Audience description (students, grade level of students, teachers, librarians, parents, etc.)
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