Author Visits

Classroom and Library In-Person Visits and Writing Workshops for Students

Your students will enjoy an interactive presentation, a brief reading of an excerpt from Constellation Clues, plus Q&A time, all tailored to the group’s age and size. Topics can include:

• What story does your constellation tell? Constellations are more than just dot-to-dot pictures in the sky. They tell important stories that ancient peoples used in work and play. After a few brief examples of constellation myths from different cultures, we’ll make our own constellation and story!
• Design an inclusive party! Just like characters in Constellation Clues, so many of us are different in ways others can’t tell just by looking at us. We’ll use the fiction writing powers of creativity and invention to let our imagination soar as we plan together a party everyone can enjoy!
• We are all artistic scientists! Quinn Knight, the protagonist of Constellation Clues, calls herself an “artistic scientist” because of her career aspiration and hobby of astrophotography. We’ll look at some awesome star photos and talk about “artistic” and “scientific” qualities that we all use every day.
• Puzzler’s perspective. When solving mysteries, or figuring out any problem, sometimes we need to look at the information around us in a new way. We’ll discuss lots of ways to change our perspective when puzzling our way out of a predicament.
• Wacky, wonderful words! Writers love to have fun with words. We’ll talk about what writers think about when they choose the words they use, and we’ll have fun with some fabulously funny words. This presentation can also cover careers for wordsmiths.
• Writing workshop for creative writing, journalism, or other writing classes. I’ll connect with the educator ahead of time to choose a focus area: a fiction element, the editing process, a written work’s publishing journey, etc. The workshop will be a mixture of conversation plus prompted writing time.

Virtual Visits for Classes and Book Groups

For groups that have read my books, I am happy to offer a complimentary 30-minute, Q&A-style virtual author visit. There is no formal presentation with virtual visits. I request that participants have read the book we’ll be discussing. I’ll begin with any questions the group leader has collected ahead of time and then open the discussion to new questions.

Companion Activities, Reader’s Guide, Bulk Orders

For bulk orders (including subscription boxes and “One School, One Book” programs) or for hardcover options, contact lee [dot] reed [at] leereedwrites [dot] com.

Keynote Speaking & Guest Instructor

I am a seasoned, engaging speaker with experience as a keynote, panelist, moderator, meeting facilitator, podcast guest speaker, and trainer/classroom instructor. I’d be happy to talk with you about your needs for your conference, workshop, class, or meeting to see how I can contribute to your event. Examples of topics I can speak to include: