Author Visits
School visits are among the best parts of being a children’s author, and I would love to visit your school to share my book series, Bobby the Bear. During my visit, I will inspire students to promote kindness, dream big, and become passionate about reading and writing.
Book readings and presentations can be divided into classes or grades based on the school’s needs.
I am also open to meeting with grades 3-8 to discuss my writing process, brainstorming techniques, developing ideas and stories, and much more.
Now Book for the 2025-2026 School Year
Pre-School/Pre-K (20 minutes)
Story reading
Coloring with the students (I will provide coloring pages from the books)
K-2 (30-45 minutes)
Story reading
Q & A
Activity-based on the chosen book
Costs
In-Person Visits
Half-day visit - $200
A half-day visit includes up to 4 book readings, a pre-order book form, signed copies of all my books for the library, a PDF of an activity book, and teaching resources (including lesson plans).
Full-day visit - $300
A full-day visit includes 6 book readings, a pre-order book form, signed copies of all my books for the library, a PDF of an activity book, and teaching resources (including lesson plans).
Virtual Visits
Half-day (up to 2 book readings + Q&A) - $150
Full-day (up to 4 book readings + Q&A) - $250
For virtual visits, I will send a copy of Bobby the Bear book, a PDF version of the activity book, and teaching resources (including lesson plans). For books purchased by students, I will send them signed personalized bookmarks.
Need Help with Funds?
Having been a former teacher, I know school budgets can be tight. Here are some ideas for funding an author visit.
· PTA – Plan in advance and work with your parent group
· Local service groups
· Book Fairs – Some schools use book fair money to host an author each year
· Grants – State Literary Grants, SCBWI Amber Brown Grant
· Shared Cost – Schools or districts can come together to host an author