“For the last 14 years, I have had authors and illustrators present to our library students. This year, Dorien Brouwers presented to our library students via Zoom from England. She was the most positive, enthusiastic author I have ever worked with! She engaged and inspired the students and teachers. Her book ‘Sail’ is beautiful and a wonderful book to inspire students to be resilient and persevere, even in a pandemic!”
— Cherylann Bertoncini, Librarian
Nayatt School, Rhode Island, USA

“The session was stimulating, practical and engaging and the children were excited to see the original illustrations and learn how a story comes together. After the session the children wanted to become ‘authors’ and make their own stories. We created class books to encourage this new found enthusiasm for creative writing.”
— Debbie Ashley, EYFS Lead
Halley House School, London

“My class thoroughly enjoyed Dorien’s visit. Her beautiful book caught the imagination of my young class and inspired them to write, draw and paint their own stories. They were particularly taken by the most beautiful illustrations. The explanation Dorien gave about the journey from painting to book was fascinating. A wonderful story, message and session delivered in a friendly, age appropriate and engaging manner. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend a visit.”
— Carla Harris, KS1 teacher
St Peter and St Paul Primary, Suffolk

“An online visit from England! Writer and illustrator Dorien Brouwers explained her profession and read from her beautiful book. The children enjoyed it and afterwards we created stories of our own.”
— Eefke Jetten, Teacher
Bs. Franciscus Bunde, The Netherlands