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Drew Daywalt

Drew Daywalt

Born: 01-04-1970

Drew Daywalt is an acclaimed American author and screenwriter, best known for his popular children's books, including the bestselling "The Day the Crayons Quit," illustrated by Oliver Jeffers. With a background in film and television, Daywalt combines humor and creativity to craft engaging stories that resonate with young readers. His work has received numerous accolades, cementing his place as a beloved figure in contemporary children's literature.

Book summaries for books written by Drew Daywalt

Quotes

I'm not sure what to do with my new glow-in-the-dark friend. He's... odd.

Drew Daywalt

curiosityfriendship

I never even wanted to be a crayon. I wanted to be a pen.

Drew Daywalt

aspirationidentity

I'm tired of being lost under the couch.

Drew Daywalt

frustration

I'm the broken crayon that nobody wants to use.

Drew Daywalt

insecurityrejection

I'm stuck to a sock! Help!

Drew Daywalt

adventurerescue

I'm the crayon that went through the dryer and now I'm all waxy and weird.

Drew Daywalt

transformationchange

I'm so stubby, I can barely color anymore.

Drew Daywalt

limitationsself-doubt

I'm the crayon that got left behind in a hotel room.

Drew Daywalt

lonelinessabandonment

I'm the crayon that rolled under the car seat and is now covered in crumbs.

Drew Daywalt

messinessneglect

I'm the crayon that accidentally got into the dryer and is now melted.

Drew Daywalt

accidentmistake

I'm the crayon that has been used so much, I'm just a nub now.

Drew Daywalt

wear and tearperseverance

I'm the crayon that got lost in the couch cushions.

Drew Daywalt

disorientationretrieval