Michael LaPennaAuthor

Visits

Author visits, workshops, and signings

After 34 years in the classroom, Michael enjoys sharing stories with young readers. His author events include readings at schools, libraries, and book fairs, creative writing workshops for students, and bookstore signings.

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Students sitting in a circle on a classroom rug

Schools

Book readings for students, followed by time for questions and conversation.

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Bookshelves and a reading table in a public library

Libraries

Readings and conversations for children and their families.

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A table of picture books at a school book fair

Book fairs

Meet the author, hear a passage from a book, and have a copy signed.

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Students writing at their desks in a classroom

For schools

Creative writing workshops

Along with readings, Michael leads creative writing workshops for students, drawing on his 34 years of teaching English.

He has read at St. Mary’s School in Greenville on several occasions and led creative writing workshops for students there, and he has tabled his books at other venues as well. A workshop can be planned on its own or as part of a school visit.

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What to expect

  • A reading from a LaRosa Sisters book suited to the audience
  • Time for readers to ask about the stories and characters
  • Book signing when copies are available

Fees and books

Michael lives in the Greenville, South Carolina, area and spends December through April near Fort Lauderdale, Florida, so he is available for readings and signings in both places. He does not charge a speaking fee. For events farther from home, usually out of state, he asks only that his travel and lodging be covered.

He can bring copies of the books to sell and sign at your event. If you would like him to bring books, please give him a few weeks’ notice. Readers can also order copies online ahead of time and bring them to be signed.

Explore the books

The books range from a short illustrated Christmas story to longer mysteries for growing readers.

Planning

Planning an event

  1. DatesYour preferred date or a few possible options.
  2. AudienceAge or grade range and approximate group size.
  3. LocationThe name and location of your school, library, or bookstore.
  4. BooksWhether copies will be available for sale or signing.
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