Author
Kirk Werner never set out to become a children’s book author. While he has always enjoyed writing, it is his love of fly-fishing and illustrating that led him to create the story of Olive the Woolly Bugger.
A homegrown product of Washington state, Kirk was born in Seattle and spent his formative years in the suburbs outside of the city. He graduated in 1985 from Washington State University (Go Cougs!) where he earned a BA degree in Communications with a minor in Fine Art. His home is in Duvall, Washington where he lives with his wife and two kids and one itchy dog. He has more stories planned for Olive the Woolly Bugger so stay tuned.
Author Visits
Treat your students and faculty to an eye-opening presentation by author and illustrator Kirk Werner. Kirk’s popular series of books chronicling the adventures of Olive the Woolly Bugger are an engaging way to introduce youngsters (and those young at heart) to the wonders of the great outdoors through the sport of fly-fishing. Kids and teachers everywhere have come to love Olive the Woolly Bugger.
The presentation includes a photo slideshow depicting the adventures to be had while fly-fishing in the great outdoors. Kirk will also talk about the creative process involved in writing and illustrating these whimsical yet informational stories, and will conclude with a Q&A period. The presentation can include book signings and advance orders of the books may be arranged through Johnson Books (Big Earth Publishing).
Schedule a visit to your school today – you and your students will be hooked!
