“Fantastic presentation! Colorful, bold, to the point and clear that all ages (12-18) were engaged. I listened to Nikki as she taught young teen girls how to enhance and refine their writing. Nikki’s teaching style was engaging, fun, and incredibly thoughtful in keeping her students’ attention. Nikki was among my students’ favorite instructors.”
Renée Richard, CEO, Cinnamongirl, Oakland, CA, Write Your Story Program,
2020-2023
“Hands down, Nikki is one of the best presenters I've ever heard and watched. Nikki is engaging in the entire crowd, understands the room she's presenting to and hits on all the main points that keeps the audience engaged and wanting more. Nikki's presence is so calm, welcoming and her stories inspiring. She keeps her audience wanting to hear more and more! Nikki is a true delight - her empathy, compassion, and professionalism set her apart from the crowd!”
Jana Klein, Regional Sales Manager, Capstone, Las Vegas, NV, APPLE CORE Literacy Incentive Kick-Off Event: Keynote Address/School Visit Las Vegas and Henderson Schools, 2023
“Nikki was an outstanding presenter. She was personable and upbeat and the information she shared was informative, well organized and clear. I learned a lot about the educational market that I can use as a springboard for my own research. She also gave a great critique of my work that has set me on an improved revision path from what I initially planned.”
Christie Worrell, Workshop Attendee, SCBWI Virtual Summer Conference, and Highlights Foundation Whole Novel Workshop, 2024
“Nikki was very easy to work with and had a great rapport with the kids. Nikki is also very organized and easy to correspond with. It was easy to get the info I needed, when I needed it. It was a pleasure to work with Nikki!”
Ann Wahlstrom, Ramsey County Library Branch Manager, MN, Kindergarten Library Card Program, 2024
“Nikki was fantastic! Her presentation was filled with terrific information and her teaching skills are flawless.”
Kim Turrisi, SCBWI Director of Programming & Events, School’s In: Writing for the Educational Market Workshop, 2024
“Nikki's school presentations were engaging, age responsive and inspiring. The students learned about what it takes to be a professional writer in a fun and interactive presentation.”
Erica Tso Haidas, Founder and Owner, Belonging Books/Visit Organizer for Eddy Elementary School and Stony Brook Elementary, Brewster, MA, 2023
To arrange a speaking engagement, contact:
Authors Unbound - Rebecca Miller
View my speaking profile here
Beginning 9/17/24, I will be featuring my new middle grade novel from Scholastic, STRANDED. I'd love to join your school for an assembly, your Scholastic Book Fair, or a Community Literacy Event!
Are you interested in having me visit your school or organization? I am available for various types of appearances, including school visits, readings, signings, writing workshops, and presentations. I have over 30 years of experience teaching children in pre-schools and elementary schools. I love hanging out with kids! I enjoy meeting and talking to readers, writers, teachers, librarians, and other book lovers of all ages.
I also offer presentations for adult audiences! Please reach out regarding professional development for schools, districts, and other educational organizations. Workshops, keynotes, and other presentations are available for reading and writing related conferences, library and reading associations, and colleges.
Be sure to check Nikki's Event Calendar to see if she will be visiting your area as part of the book tour for her middle grade novel, STRANDED (Scholastic, 9/17/24). Discounts are available for schools located near book tour stops! Nikki will be in California, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, New York, and Massachusetts this fall. More book tour dates and locations are coming soon!
FOR YOUTH AUDIENCES:
Presentations can revolve around specific titles, or writing in general. (Please see the "Books" link for more information about Nikki's books.) School visits can be adapted for either a large assembly or a smaller group of students. Presentations are interactive and provide time for the audience to ask questions. Possible presentations include:
FOR ADULT AUDIENCES:
(Conferences, Professional Development (PD), Workshops, Seminars, and Keynotes) Please inquire via the contact form. Topics include, but are not limited to:
In general, visits are not free, because in addition to the time spent at your event, visits include preparation time, travel, tailoring the event to your audience, and sometimes materials costs. However, you are welcome and encouraged to use the contact form below, to discuss the possibilities for a visit.
To arrange a speaking engagement, contact:
Authors Unbound - Rebecca Miller
View my speaking profile here
For appearance-related information (cost, availability, bookings, etc.) please use the email and profile links above, also found below next to the contact form.
To arrange a speaking engagement, contact:
Authors Unbound - Rebecca Miller
View my speaking profile here
Nikki is represented by Jennifer March Soloway
at Andrea Brown Literary Agency: soloway@andreabrownlit.com
Got writing or publishing questions? Nikki recommends the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI).
Feel free to contact Nikki using this form. Response times vary, so please allow up to three weeks for a reply.
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