Visits & Events
As a teaching author, Liz Garton Scanlon enjoys visiting schools and summer camps, facilitating workshops for both kids and adults, speaking on panels, and offering conference critiques. She is represented by Carmen Oliver at The Booking Biz, who is eager to work with your school or organization to create the visit that best fits your needs!
Please note that Liz supports equity and inclusivity in the world of books and beyond. She is not available for any events that discriminate or marginalize in any way, either on the page or off, and will always advocate for inclusive, representative events and gatherings. For context, please read the WNDB definition of diversity.
School Visits
Liz loves speaking with the kids she writes for. Material on the writing life and bookmaking process can be shared via intimate classroom exchanges, at all-school assemblies, or something in between. Either way, all visits are standards-aligned, grade-leveled, creative and interactive, and highly respectful of both kids and books.
A full day’s visit includes up to four programs of 45 to 60 minutes each. Sponsor’s expenses include honorarium, transportation, lodging and meals. Neighboring schools can arrange to share a day and split the cost. Liz is always happy and grateful to sign and personalize books before or after presentations.
Libraries, Conferences, and Keynotes
Liz has spoken on topics as varied as writing in rhyme, using metaphor, deep revision, cultivating hope through creativity, and more. She welcomes your invitation and will gladly collaborate with you to find the right focus or topic for your conference workshop, panel or keynote, literacy night, in-service, one book or charity event, etc.
Virtual Visits
If your students have already read one or more of Liz’s books, considering requesting a free 15-minute Q&A over Zoom or Google Meet. (Limited slots available) If you’d like to host a full reading and presentation, that can be arranged for a fee.
Please contact Carmen Oliver at The Booking Biz to discuss any of the above.
“OMG! Liz Garton Scanlon was amazing! Students LOVED hearing her read, were excited to participate in the question and answer time, and teachers LOVED how well she explained the writing process. I would definitely recommend her if you are looking for an author to visit your school.” – Denise Kersten, Library Program Coordinator, Bryan ISD
“Liz Garton Scanlon spoke to the students on their individual levels and they were enthralled with her from the moment she began. She has a warm personality and makes those she is speaking to feel like an old friend while maintaining a professional demeanor as is necessary in a school environment. Ms. Scanlon is knowledgeable, flexible, inviting, and inspiring. We love Liz Garton Scanlon!” — Sharon Howard, GISD Library Systems
“I can’t praise Ms. Scanlon enough for the transformation she created in my 5th grade poets. Her natural teaching ability and engaging workshops inspired my students to create amazing poems. Students who were reluctant writers gained confidence and pride. And, as a teacher, I gained confidence in my ability to teach poetry more effectively.” – Judi Thompson, Zilker Elementary, AISD
“Liz brings all of the thoughtfulness, ingenuity, and generosity of her beautiful books into her presentations and her teaching. She has led wonderful events for the Writing Barn, sharing the craft of writing with hundreds of attendees. The chat during Liz’s webinars always lights up with insights and gratitude. We’re always thrilled to work with Liz!” – The Writing Barn staff
“Delightful, insightful, and deep. Liz is a powerful and inspiring speaker who will warm your heart and make you laugh – at the exact same time. If I could blink myself to all of Liz’s presentations, I most definitely would.” – Meg Fleming, author of Sometimes Rain and I Heart You
