Events

Feb. 27 at 6 p.m.: Pollard Memorial Library YA Author Visit in Lowell, MA

Feb. 28-March 2: North Texas Teen Book Festival

April 24: Author Talk at Worcester State University in Worcester, MA

Hi, teachers, educators, professors, librarians, and book lovers! I’m so excited to meet you. I do my best to bring energy, joy, and meaningful conversation to every event.

Though I would love to be part of every event, I’m a mom and I work full-time, so there may be certain times during which I’m unavailable.

I appreciate your understanding!

Bookstore Events + Interviews

For events related to my young adult books, please contact Sara DiSalvo at sara.disalvo@walkerbooksgroup.com.

For events related to my middle grade book, please contact Taylan Salvati at taylan.salvati@harpercollins.com.

These events may include:

  • Book Clubs

  • Bookstore events

  • Book signings

  • Festival appearances

  • Interviews (print or digital)

  • Instagram Lives

School + Library Visits

I am only doing school and library visits on a limited basis at this time. If you’re interested, please contact Terry Borzumato-Greenberg at tborzumato@holidayhouse.com.

Topics

I can speak about:

  • my journey to being published and getting started in the publishing industry;

  • body positivity and body acceptance in YA literature;

  • race and the Latine/x identity in YA literature;

  • developing your craft and writing as a kidlit writer;

  • creating meaningful dialogue in your writing (with writing exercises);

  • using social media/digital communications in your story (with writing exercises);

  • how to be the main character in your own writing by using your experiences (with writing exercises); and

  • how to hone and perfect your YA voice (with writing exercises).

In addition to publishing, I also can speak about:

  • social media and marketing tips;

  • social media management as a career;

  • and how to curate social media to be a positive and healthy experience. 

All topics can be adjusted to the age range of the audience.

Rates

My rates are negotiable, but in general:

  • One-hour virtual visit: $300

  • Half-day, virtual visit: $1,000

  • Half-day, in-person visit: $1,500 plus travel accommodations

  • Full-day, virtual visit: $2,000

  • Full-day, in-person visit: $3,000 plus travel accommodations

I try to do several events and visits throughout the year for free. I prioritize schools with little to no funding, who have a large BIPOC population, or for LGBTQ+ groups. Feel free to mention these things when you email. 

Thank you so much for your interest!