Lisa considers connecting with young readers and writers a special treat, and she offers both in-person and virtual school author visits. Presentations can be tailored to fit the audience’s interests. Sample talks include

• author Q&A

• writing as a career

• a day in the life of a children's writer

• how an idea becomes a book

• writing nonfiction

• writing graphic novels

• retelling a classic story

• the importance of research in both fiction and nonfiction

• the art of self-editing

• a reading from one of Lisa's titles

• your special request!