Have Talent, Will Travel: Directory of Authors, Illustrators, and Storytellers East of the Mississippi

"Not only is this a book of alphabetically listed authors, illustrators, and storytellers willing to present to schools, it is a manual on how to host the actual visit. Selecting the presenter, arranging the transportation, food, and lodging, and how to advertise and prepare the audience is all discussed step by step, and included in a timeline. Each speaker listed has been carefully researched for availability and the grade-level appropriateness of the presentation. The presenters are first alphabetized by state and then by last name. Included in the listing is information on how to contact the presenter, what they charge, and a brief description of the presentation. This book is an excellent resource for finding authors, illustrators, or storytellers willing to come to schools, as well as an excellent resource for the nuts and bolts of hosting the visit. Librarians would find this an excellent addition to their own reference shelf. Recommended." - Library Media Connection

This comprehensive guide includes the names, contact information and other pertinent information on a wealth of authors, illustrators and storytellers residing west of the Mississippi River. This guide also includes the type of presentation, the grade levels, and the approximate costs involved. Each person included is willing and eager to bring his or her special talent to schools and other events. * Easily find talented and available author/illustrator/storyteller presenters who are willing and eager to visit your school! * A valuable and unique resource for librarians and teachers looking for just the right person to invite to their school * Authors/illustrators/storytellers are listed alphabetically by the state in which they reside, with an index by last name for additional access * Receive a wealth of tips for putting a visit together, from beginning to end Tips for a Successful Event includes how to prepare for an author/illustrator/storyteller visit, what to do during the event to make it a success and how to follow up after the event. Includes the states of: Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington and Wyoming.