Draw Your Destiny is a unique school presentation that promotes such skills as: Goal Setting   Self- Confidence   Work Ethic   The ability to dream big!   Plus...the four words for success every child needs to know!   Combining the twirl of a pen and inspiring words, Duane M. Abel entertains audiences of all ages and inspires everyone to follow their dreams and draw their own destiny!   Draw Your Destiny is available as school assemblies or individual classroom visits in half day or full day intervals. The entire author visit will be tailored to your needs whether it be assemblies, classroom visits, or cartooning workshops. As your guest author/speaker, Duane will enhance any Young Author Conference, Literacy Evening, or Right to Read Week event.   Testimonials   "Duane does a brilliant job of engaging the children with his drawing, wit, and dynamic presence. His ZED comic strip collections are thoughtful and entertaining for children and adults. His presentation to our children was well received. They were excited to listen to his words of encouragement and his message of following their dreams. Mr. Abel also entertained the adults at our evening event as he discussed his experiences and development into the person he is today. He bestowed valuable advice on parenting and child development as it pertains to child creativity and encouragement, all along keeping the audience thoroughly engrossed in his artistry and imagination. I highly recommend this outstanding artist and skilled presenter for student assemblies, parent programs, conferences, and workshops. You will not be disappointed but totally impressed with his skills and abilities." G. Edward Kovacik Principal Harrison Jewett Elementary Jewett, Ohio   "His youth, creativity, and enthusiasm excited our audiences and he provided motivation to our students to establish goals and to keep their dreams alive. I highly recommend Duane as an outstanding presenter and guest author!" Rose M. Seck Elementary Supervisor Carrollton Exempted Village School District Carrollton, Ohio   "Duane M. Abel's presentation is one of the best programs that our students have experienced! He helped students to see the importance of practice in art and in education. His presentation is worth it's weight in gold! At any time during Draw Your Destiny students were educated, encouraged, and entertained. Duane Abel and Draw Your Destiny can be summed up in one word...AMAZING!" Debi Wagner Principal Eberwhite Elementary School Ann Arbor, Michigan   "The message to students of deciding on a career path and following their dreams was a perfect tie in to our curriculum studies. We appreciated your fun, upbeat presentation style. It is without hesitation that I would recommend Draw Your Destiny to all school administrators!" Gregory Millbrand Principal Halifax Middle School Halifax, Pennsylvania   "Duane Abel is a powerful speaker who has the ability to keep the attention of any audience by presenting not only a skilled cartooning demonstration but a well crafted motivational presentation. Duane commands the stage and is able to engage students with his comic strip renderings of ZED, and builds momentum with his four words required for success leaving students AND educators clamoring for more! Draw Your Destiny is a powerful presentation with Duane Abel being a high caliber speaker. It stands head and shoulders above the crowd and in my years of teaching, was one of the best assemblies I have ever seen!" John S. Gintey Assembly Coordinator Timber Lane Elementary Falls Church, Virginia   "What a refreshing assembly our students enjoyed! His program focused on showing students how to dream big and accomplish their goals in school and life. his message connected with our students and his enthusiasm was contagious." Patricia League Media Specialist Thurman Francis Arts Academy Nashville, Tennessee   "Mr. Abel's presentation was amazing! His talents mesmerized our students! I highly recommend Duane M. Abel's assemblies to anyone who would like to excite and energize their students into becoming creative thinkers!" Robert G. Stewart Principal Paxtang Elementary Harrisburg, Pennsylvania   "Our expectations of Duane M. Abel's Draw Your Destiny were certainly surpassed! The children were excited to listen to his words of encouragement and his message to follow their dreams. There is no greater reward the seeing the look on a child's face when he or she grasps the concept being offered. Thank you!" Raymond W. Soloman Principal Roosevelt Elementary School Hubbard, Ohio   Corkey Comics would love to work with your school or library to bring Duane M. Abel into your classroom! Contact us at:  duaneabel@corkeycomics.com