Virtual Author Visits

Virtual Session includes:

  • 20-minute presentation about the origin of the story. (Please note which book or books you would like to feature when you fill out the contact form.)
  • 25-minute student Q & A – Teacher acts as moderator.
  • Maximum of 150 students, mixture of grade levels okay.
  • I request that schools offer sales of the book in conjunction with visits.  Book sales may be offered before or after visit. Signed copies may be purchased via the Deaf Camps, Inc. Online Bookstore, or connect with your local independent bookstore.

Virtual Session fee:  $250.00 (USD)

Maryland schools, libraries, community centers, detention centers, other government entities, and nonprofit organizations may be eligible for Arts in Education Grant funding for my visiting performances, online programs, writing workshops, and professional development workshops. Find out more about Arts in Education grants here or contact me to get started booking your grant-funded programs or workshops!

Policies:

  • Sessions may take place via the virtual platform of your choice.
  • Payment due upon completion of session. Checks, credit cards, Venmo, and PayPal accepted.
  • Recording is not permitted without express permission of the presenter.
  • Cancellation Policy: In cases of cancellation due to inclement weather or other emergency school closings, sessions will be rescheduled based upon availability and a full refund offered if rescheduling is not possible.  Virtual author visits canceled with less than 72 hours (3 days) notice for any other reason will be assessed a 50% cancellation fee.

To register for Virtual Author Visits:

  • Check my availability calendar and identify your preferred dates and times.
  • Fill out the contact form here.  Include your contact information, school name and address, number of students participating, and choices of dates/times.
  • Please read Cancellation policy carefully. A 50% cancellation fee will apply as described above.