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SCHOOL VISITS:
I'd be delighted to speak at your school. I enjoy speaking with budding authors and artists about writing.
The purpose of my presentation is not only to inform and educate, but also to engage and entertain so
that reading and writing are thought of as enjoyable.
The suggested audience for my bilingual children's picture books,
Before You Were Here, Mi Amor and The Cazuela That The Farm Maiden Stirred
is K through 3. My presentation for this age group runs 40 minutes and includes a short movie about my
life as an author; a PowerPoint presentation about my interest in writing as a child and what children need
to know about writing stories; reading my books, and a question and answer period. I'll share the
inspiration behind each book, and with longer sessions, children can review how the illustrations evolved for
Before You Were Here, Mi Amor.
For activities and discussion ideas related to each of my books,
please see: http://samanthavamos.com/pdf/Hosting%20a%20Successful%20Author%20Visit.pdf
BOOK ORDERS:
Pre-order forms should be distributed three weeks before the visit and a reminder form a few
days before the order form due date. Pre-order forms are available through a facilitating bookstore or through me.
POSTER ANNOUNCING VISIT:
A poster informing of my upcoming visit may be downloaded and edited.
Download Poster
EQUIPMENT NEEDED:
In addition to the AV equipment listed below, please have technical assistance available
to confirm that all equipment is working properly.
laptop, projector, and screen
DVD player
Microphone (clip-on) and extension cord
FEES:
For a single presentation, there is a minimum pre-sale order of twenty books or a $350 fee.
If the pre-sale minimum of twenty books is not met, the difference between the cost of the
books ordered and $350 is charged as a fee.
- For a half-day presentation (three – four presentations): $500.
- Full-day, in state (Washington) (five – six presentations): $700 (plus mileage (.50 per mile) over 50 miles).
- Full-day fee for out-of-state schools: $900 (plus travel expenses: airfare, hotel, and cab fare). Note: out-of-state school expenses may be split between more than one school.
SCHEDULE:
To schedule a visit or obtain more information, please complete the
Appearance Request Worksheet and
email it as an attachment to me at sam@samanthavamos.com.
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