TESTIMONIALS
- “Frank Cole is a MASTER PRESENTER! He was engaging, entertaining, and very encouraging to the students! His use of personal stories to inspire the audience to notice things around them, use their imaginations, and to apply those things in their own writing was SPOT ON! Anyone who can use their enthusiasm and energy to encourage reading, deserves all the props. Students, administration, and faculty members were full of positive comments about his presentation. I’d have him again without hesitation!” – Sharon Brown – Sam Morgan Elementary Librarian
- “Frank did such a wonderful job presenting to the students in our writing program this summer that we invited him back a second time! He tells stories, truly, like a stand-up comic and kept the attention of every child in the room. Alongside his stories, he shares real writing process advice and insights into the world of publishing that are motivating and inspirational to writers and readers of all ages. Frank delivers an excellent presentation.” –Carrie Finlinson, co-director of Write On! Workshops
- “[Frank] creates an instant rapport with students by sharing his stories. His high energy presentations are both humorous and inspiring as he encourages students to share their own life experiences through writing.” – Cindy Moyle, District Library Media Specialist for Granite School District
- “We’ve had a lot of authors come to Parkside over the years, but Frank is one of our favorites. His assembly was full of funny stories. The kids left giggling and energized. If you’re looking for an entertaining and educational assembly that will motivate your budding authors, Frank Cole is an excellent choice.” – Cheree Larson, Parkside Elementary PTA
- “As a librarian looking for authors to book for my elementary school, I am always in search of a multidimensional presenter. Frank Cole brings more to his presentation than any other author I have had the pleasure to work with. My students were captivated with his simple steps to becoming an author and the storytelling that brought his points to life was vivid imagery. I was so impressed to see every student fully engaged and the excitement for reading his books after the visit is exactly what I had hoped for. Your teachers and staff will thank you for inviting him to your campus!” – Whitney Jones, Library Media Specialist, Old Settlers Elementary.
- “Frank Cole was an amazing presenter! He had our 3rd and 4th grade students laughing, energized, and best of all, ready to become writers themselves. They left the presentation with a renewed focus on the importance of reading and the desire to turn their ideas into great stories. I would highly recommend Mr. Cole’s books as well as his visiting author presentation.”- Kristi Wagner Librarian- Cannon Elementary, Grapevine, TX
- Rest assured that Frank Cole is a dynamic author-presenter. He shared ideas on how to be a great writer. He had super-natural powers of keeping the students enthralled. He was completely comfortable with his audience, and they were comfortable with him. He exuded energy and enthusiasm for everything he was saying. Get him for your school if at all possible! –Janet Baria, Library Media Specialist, Valley Ridge Elementary, Lewisville, TX
- Frank Cole’s presentation took our students through his four-step writing process. He helped each student see their potential in finding a story in their everyday life. His presentation was engaging and created excitement amongst our students about reading and writing. I highly recommend having Frank Cole out to your campus! – Jon Fike, Principal Old Union Elementary, Texas
