It can be challenging to arrange an in-person author visit, so I’m happy to be able to offer visits via online platforms such as Google Meet, MS Teams, and Zoom. A virtual author visit provides many of the same benefits as an in-person visit (increased reader engagement, deeper connection with the written word), while allowing busy teachers around the world to fit the event into their individual schedules.
Your virtual author visit will last 45-60 minutes and include:
- A presentation on a topic we mutually agree on and/or a Q & A session
- Book discussion guides via email for any or all of my titles before or after the visit
- Bookmarks by mail for each student in the class (for US mailing addresses only, sorry!)
Presentations
These are my most popular presentations:
- Behind the Scenes of The Many Reflections of Miss Jane Deming – A presentation that centers the research process of this award-winning middle grade book, focusing on the nature of history as a narrative that requires multiple perspectives. Suitable for grades 4-8.
- From Idea to Book – A lively interactive session describing the writing and publication process, with an emphasis on the importance of revision, perseverance, and empathy. Suitable for grades K-12.
- Kids Take Over – This is a completely informal Q&A session in which the students prepare a series of questions on any topics they like and I’ll answer them. This style of presentation works best when students have read one or more of my books and have guidance from teachers and/or librarians on basic journalistic inquiry (who, what, when, where, why, and how). Suitable for grades 4+.
If you would like a presentation on a different topic, please contact me for arrangements and pricing.
Honorarium
The honorarium for a virtual author visit is $350 per 45-60 minute session. Please limit attendance of each session to 60 students.
Please double-check that your technology is in good order and confirm your speaker and microphone settings before the event to ensure a hassle-free visit. At least one adult must be present in the session to moderate. Recording the session is not included in the price. Thank you for helping me keep my schedule!
To book your virtual school visit, please contact sarah @ hownowbooking dot com