Author Visits

I'm available for in-person and virtual school and library visits. Below are the presentations I currently offer, which can be tailored for your audience. I also offer presentations for educators.

Discover MANATEE SUMMER (Grades 3-8)

I share how MANATEE SUMMER grew from a poem to a short story to a novel, demonstrating how we never know where a piece of writing might lead us. I also explore how memories can be shaped into fiction, inviting kids to see their own lives as wells of inspiration. Key Topics: Inspiration, Process, Publishing

STRANGE WONDERS Await! (Grades 3-8)

I read from THE STRANGE WONDERS OF ROOTS, explore the story's environmental science inspirations, and reveal how I created a fictional town for the story’s setting. I then guide students through an interactive exercise in developing their own fictional settings! Key Topics: STEM, Inspiration, Writing Craft

Dive Into SECRETS OF THE SEA (K-5)

I read my nonfiction picture book SECRETS OF THE SEA to students, then explore the true story behind the book: How a revolutionary seamstress-turned-marine-biologist took the scientific world by storm in the 19th century by inventing aquariums and solving a mystery that had baffled scientists for ages. Key Topics: History, Research, STEM

Curiouser and Curiouser: The Power of Curiosity for Readers, Writers, and Educators (Professional Development / Keynote)

Celebrate the power of curiosity! In this presentation that can be adapted for educator professional development or a general audience, I discuss my writing journey, process, stories, teaching, and how I seek to engage young readers, all through the lens of curiosity. Key Topics: Education, Inspiration, the Creative Life

Feedback from Educators

"Evan's visit was the perfect mix of passion, creativity and research! He was very easy to work with in the planning of our event and even took extra time at the end to sign copies of his amazing book for our students. We would definitely have him back and are truly grateful for the experience. " —Jamie Wilson, Media Specialist, Jerry Thomas Elementary School

Inquire About Author Visits

For school visits and other speaking engagements, contact Authors Unbound at requests@authorsunbound.com or via my speaking profile.

Educators seeking funding for author visits: Check out this fantastic blog post by author Donna Janell Bowman. Educators in the Austin, TX area: You may be able to receive funding through Project WISE, a Writers’ League of Texas program.