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272 Authors for hire nationwide


  • Lynchburg, VA
  • Author
  • 45 miles from Roanoke
  • $500 - $1500

Restoration Strategist, Author and Keynote Speaker offering alternative and holistic solutions to help survivors of abuse heal and restore themselves with...

  • Winston-Salem, NC
  • Motivational Speaker / Author
  • 83 miles from Roanoke
  • $750 and up

Wende Sanders is an Award-Winning speaker and Certified Life & Relationship Coach, gifted to help women create the transformations that attract deeper love...

  • Greensboro, NC
  • Author
  • 83 miles from Roanoke
  • Contact for rates

I write books, articles, scripts, press releases, etc... I also do digital content marketing utilizing Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and copywriting

  • Greensboro, NC
  • Author
  • 83 miles from Roanoke
  • Contact for rates

My name is Yolanda M. Johnson-Bryant DTM, also known as That Literary Lady. I'm the owner of Bryant Consulting and LW Media Group. I am a Toastmaster,writer,...

  • Greensboro, NC
  • Christian Speaker / Author
  • 83 miles from Roanoke
  • $500 and up

Dawn Freeman is a Christian Speaker who is available to speak on her own personal spiritual journey and faith in the Lord, Jesus Christ. She has experienced...

  • High Point, NC
  • Author
  • 91 miles from Roanoke
  • Contact for rates

I do motivational speaking helping women who've been battered and abused I also help women who are facing divorce or who have been through a divorce to create...
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Nick Courmon

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • Durham, NC
  • Motivational Speaker / Author
  • 106 miles from Roanoke
  • $500 and up (willing to work with budgets)

A R. said “Nick arrived early for the performance and brought an incredible energy that was felt even before he stepped inside. His engaging presence truly elevated the experience and made him a wonderful... ”

Robert Kandell - Living #unHidden

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Durham, NC
  • Motivational Speaker / Author
  • 106 miles from Roanoke
  • $250 and up

Faith B. said “Robert exceeded expectations and adapted well to the unique group setting. Well prepared and even brought a copy of his book for everyone to take home. ”

  • Durham, NC
  • Spoken Word Artist / Author
  • 106 miles from Roanoke
  • $400-$2,000

Khalisa Rae is an award-winning spoken word artist, author, and educator, and the author of the acclaimed book, Ghost in a Black Girl's Throat. As an...

  • Durham, NC
  • Spoken Word Artist / Author
  • 106 miles from Roanoke
  • $400 and up ( negotiable )

Kelly W. said “LB is one of the most talented spoken word artists in the South. His range and breath of talent is unmatched. In addition, he has a gift for moving and shaking audiences. He speaks on subjects that... ”

LaTesha Monique

5.0 (5)

  • South Hill, VA
  • Arts/Entertainment Speaker / Author
  • 107 miles from Roanoke
  • $250 and up

Brandon T. said “Once for my retirement party, second time for my niece graduation dinner and thirdly she wrote a handwritten poem attached to bouquet of roses I got my wife last year. She really put her heart into... ”

  • Buckhannon, WV
  • Author
  • 120 miles from Roanoke
  • $500 - $5000

High energy speaker, trailblazing entrepreneur, and author of the bestselling "Taking a Career Break for Dummies." With an MBA, master coach certification,...

  • Cary, NC
  • Author
  • 121 miles from Roanoke
  • Contact for rates

Peg tells engaging tales of family life both from a child point of view and from a parent’s as well as original versions of folk tales —often updated with a...

Dr. Ken Lang

5.0 (2)

  • Glenville, WV
  • Author
  • 125 miles from Roanoke
  • $250 - $850

Latanya W. said “Mr. Lang was a complete pleasure to work with as he was prompt in responding to questions and followed through on all requests. I highly recommend Ken as our audience was enthralled by his... ”
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Oya Thomas - Keynote Speaker

5.0 (2)
Top Performer
6 Verified bookings

  • Raleigh, NC
  • Motivational Speaker / Author
  • 126 miles from Roanoke
  • Contact for rates

Ken N. said “Oya was asked to come give a brief inspirational message at our first Gospel Brunch and she delivered. Highly recommend. ”

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339th most popular

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5 out of 5 stars

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1 days on average to book

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About booking Authors

An author brings more to the table than just a good book! These folks are often leaders in their field, industry, or topic of interest. Booking an author as a speaker allows them to give your audience education and insight to the topics of their book or about their field. The authors listed bring all kinds of topics to the table from children's literature and fiction novels to political and religious experts. No matter the subject of interest, you're sure to find an author to match your needs to give a great speech and possibly a book signing.

An insightful and articulate speaker at a corporate event can help individuals, groups, and companies to achieve their potential through a dynamic and insightful speech, seminar or consulting session. Authors/Speakers on GigSalad have written Children's Books, have been Bestselling Authors of Local Interest, Fiction, Religious, Political, Health and/or Nonfiction Titles. GigSalad has premier affordable motivational speakers available to speak to educate, inform, inspire and motivate.

When booking an Author to speak at your event, be sure you have your event details (date, time, location, topic, etc.) and budget lined up before you contact the Author. Next up, you should book well in advance. Some speakers are booked months or years in advance. However, in some situations you might be able to book less than 60 days in advance. Lastly, pay attention to detail in the contract. What are the traveling expenses? If the traveling expenses are too expensive, consider partnering with another organization to host the same speaker during the same time frame.