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  • Decatur, IL
  • Author
  • 62 miles from Pekin
  • Contact for rates

I am an Author and Motivational Speaker who shares my challenging past struggles with ADDICTION and the steps I've taken to change and become better!

Paddle to the Amazon

5.0 (4)
1 Verified booking

  • Bettendorf, IA
  • Motivational Speaker / Author
  • 80 miles from Pekin
  • $500 - $1500

Miguel P. said “Mr. Starkell played masterfully at our wedding. We had a self caused soeaker malfunction and Mr. Starkell played through it without missing a beat. He was also easy to get a hold of and made... ”

  • Bettendorf, IA
  • Author
  • 80 miles from Pekin
  • Contact for rates

Martha B. E. said “Living the love we sense, and hope for is challenging. Jay provides words to trigger conversations, striving to make the intangible palpable. The goal is to achieve clearer thoughts, those... ”

  • Fort Madison, IA
  • Author
  • 88 miles from Pekin
  • Contact for rates

Motivational speaker/Author - Former Max Sec Penitentiary Teacher. Book releases this fall - “7 Doors In” I discuss why it is important to look ahead and not...

  • Quincy, IL
  • Singer/Songwriter / Author
  • 103 miles from Pekin
  • Contact for rates

Wayne R. said “Koretta was incredible! Her music and voice were beautiful and mesmerizing. The audience was amazed and loved her; they were singing, clapping, and praising! She was so amenable and a pleasure to work... ”

  • Richton Park, IL
  • Author
  • 119 miles from Pekin
  • Contact for rates

Christian Fiction author, motivation for life. Interacting with people to pull out their creativity and inner writer.

  • Matteson, IL
  • Motivational Speaker / Author
  • 120 miles from Pekin
  • $10,000 - $50,000

Kimberly D. said “Surviving Heartbreak Valley is an emotional and gut wrenching read. Linda does an excellent job of taking the readers along on the journey with her and making you feel as if you were present in the... ”

  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • Christian Speaker / Author
  • 130 miles from Pekin
  • $2500 and up

Thomas J. said “Date 04/29/2019 - 05/02/2019 Instructor: Minister John Cobb Course Number/Title: 1112/Survey of Revelation Number of Students who submitted evaluation: 15 For the questions below, please use the... ”
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  • St Louis, MO
  • Motivational Speaker / Author
  • 137 miles from Pekin
  • Contact for rates

Joey C. said “Everything went exactly as planned. I had lots of feedback from attendees who thoroughly enjoyed Marks performance. Communication was excellent! Show was perfect for all ages. ”

  • St Louis, MO
  • Author
  • 137 miles from Pekin
  • Contact for rates

I am a 23 year old author and founder of the book ( Women of Many Colors). My book is designed to encourage all women of different race and colors, especially...

  • St Louis, MO
  • Author
  • 137 miles from Pekin
  • "$300 and up"

Keynote address and Multi-day Workshops for various occasions. Spinning Plates: The survival of many entities depends on their personnel’s ability to juggle...

Mike "The Tackle" Jones

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • St Louis, MO
  • Athlete/Sports Speaker / Author
  • 137 miles from Pekin
  • Contact for rates

Penny R. said “We enjoyed the message Mike brought to our organization. He was very professional, and personable, at the same time. Took time with everyone and even let or associates try on his super bowl ring.... ”
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Breathe And Move-Ment Dance & Performing Arts Co.

4.91 (13)
Top Performer
35 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • African Entertainment / Author
  • 138 miles from Pekin
  • $500 and up

Lajoy H. said “Breathe And Move-Ment Dance & Performing Arts Co. provided a great performances for our employees on 1st & 2nd shift. They were informative and engaging; we truly enjoyed their performance. They... ”

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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.