Author Visits - Expert Advice (plus my own two cents)

 As explained on Annette Whipple's website: 

"So you're an author with a book about to be published or maybe you're already published. Congratulations! One fabulous way to connect with more readers is through school visits (also known as author visits). If you're interested in providing author visits to schools, you need to know this is an important service. It's not just a storytime or a reading. Instead, it is an opportunity for you, the author, to engage with readers in a way that supports the school curriculum while showcasing who you are and your books. You'll likely sell a few books along the way. And honestly, author visits are a big part of many kidlit author's income."

 

For more fabulous information on school visits, check out Annette’s website at:

https://www.annettewhipple.com/2023/10/7-steps-to-get-started-with-author.html

And now for my two cents...

(1) always ask where to park and what ID / background checks you may need ahead of time

and

(2) require a school staff member to stay in the room during the presentaion (#becauseliability) and remidn folks that while photos are welcome, full video / audio recordings are a no-no because of potential copyright issues

Schiffer Kids

 

According to their website: "Schiffer Kids is the children's book imprint of Schiffer Publishing. We're helping to build the knowledge base for SEL and STEAM-inspired learning through award-winning content that promotes critical thinking, opens up conversations, and inspires young minds....Schiffer Publishing, Ltd. (Atglen, PA) is a family-owned publisher with more than 5,700 titles in print and a broad catalog of books, including non-fiction books on art, decorative arts, architecture, design, antiques, military history, maritime subjects, photography, fashion, house and garden, food, history, crafts, woodworking, regional topics, and more" 

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Schiffer Kids