Bob is a Geisel Honor Winner and long-term illustrator of the revived Paddington Bear series. His presentations include an exciting drawing component that encourages children to follow their own drawing instincts and find joy in revision.

Jonathan is the New York Times bestselling author of The Night Gardener and other “strange stories for strange kids.” His theater background shines through in his one-man show complete with gags, games, drawings, and yo-yos.

Mary is the author of picture books, chapter books, middle-grade, and historical YA novels. She has visited hundreds of schools where she builds on her wide range of work to inspire and motivate audiences of all learning styles and levels.

Candace is the recipient of the Margaret A. Edwards Award and the Children’s Literature Legacy Award. She writes fiction and nonfiction for all ages, including Honeybee and Death in the Jungle. Her presentations get kids fired up about writing!

Donna is the author of award-winning middle grade novels including Death by Toilet Paper, Lily and Dunkin, and The Paris Project. A former creative writing teacher, she offers inspiring, humorous, heartfelt presentations and writing workshops.

Ilene is an award-winning author, former VP of Development at We Need Diverse Books, and surgeon. She gives presentations and workshops on mental health awareness as well as the writing process and storytelling at middle and high schools.

Greg writes middle grade and YA novels about LGBTQ characters and issues. His presentations and writing workshops focus on building empathy, finding hope, and encouraging students to understand the value of their own stories.

Julie is the author of The Truth About Dragons, a 2024 Caldecott Honor and APALA Winner. She also writes picture book biographies that focus on Chinese Americans. Her elementary school presentations focus on history, mythology, and bookmaking.

Emma writes picture books and middle grade novels about Latin American history and contemporary Latine identity. Her presentations and workshops focus on history, culture, and community, and can be offered in both English and Spanish.

Margi is a Newbery Honor Winner and a New York Times bestselling author. She writes tales of history and heroism, bewitching stories of myth and magic, and mysteries with a Northwoods twist. Her K-8 presentations share the love of reading and the joy of writing.

Caroline is an award-winning author of historical YA novels and Executive Director of We Need Diverse Books. Her sneakily educational presentations give grades 6-12 students an appreciation for learning about history.

Eric is the author-illustrator of the Caldecott Medal-winning My Friend Rabbit and the Caldecott Honor Book Time Flies. His dynamic, interactive school programs speak to the creative process through the use of writing, art making, and storytelling.”

Barb brings history’s heroes alive in her picture book biographies about artists, athletes, scientists, presidents, and activists. Her engaging, humorous presentations cover various aspects of the writing process and the extensive research behind her books.

A longtime poet-in-the-schools, Laura gives K-12 assembly presentations, classroom writing workshops, and poetry lessons and residencies. Her first novel The Last Fifth Grade of Emerson Elementary was a NCTE Notable Verse Novel.

Elly is the acclaimed author of Give and Take, Dear Student, Hidden Truths and Finding Perfect, a popular pick for school-wide reading programs. Her energizing programs for grades 3 up focus on bravery, identity, empathy, and individuality.

Srividhya is an award-winning author and storyteller. Her picture book Seeker of Truth is a Jane Addams Children’s Book Award finalist and a NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Book. Her visits cover the creative process, research, and Indian culture.