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272 Authors for hire nationwide


  • Chicago, IL
  • Author
  • 36 miles from Aurora
  • $500 - $3000

Imani-Nia Consulting is committed to helping their clients get the most out L.I.F.E., both literally and figuratively. Literally speaking, life is tough; it’s...

  • Chicago, IL
  • Author
  • 36 miles from Aurora
  • $200 — $1000 each.

The Authors of the Beat Cop's Guide to Chicago Eats provide a hilarious talk about their book, finding decent food in Chicago, how to make a proper Chicago beef...

  • Chicago, IL
  • Author
  • 36 miles from Aurora
  • $250 – 800

Bull Garlington is a damn good public speaker. He's an award-winning columnist, author, and popular speaker. His author appearances are more like an unholy...

  • Richton Park, IL
  • Author
  • 37 miles from Aurora
  • Contact for rates

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

  • Wilmette, IL
  • Author
  • 38 miles from Aurora
  • $1000+

If you need an engaging speaker or presenter on the topic of supporting LGBTQ youth or effective allyship for your company, organization, or event you're in the...
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Mentalist Sidney Friedman

5.0 (47)
Top Performer
45 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Mentalist / Author
  • 36 miles from Aurora
  • Contact for rates

Elmer E. said “We recently had the pleasure of hosting Sidney Friedman as entertainment for a small dinner group, and his performance was nothing short of unbelievable. Sidney captivated every guest from start to... ”
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Mike Duffy - Live Your Best Life Now!

4.90 (43)
46 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Motivational Speaker / Author
  • 36 miles from Aurora
  • $2500 and up

Stephanie O. said “Mike was incredible in providing insight on how to be happy and the impact is has when serving our community and patrons. Throughout the process Mike was very responsive and kind. Thank you, our staff... ”
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  • Chicago, IL
  • Motivational Speaker / Author
  • 36 miles from Aurora
  • $12k to 80k, exceptions possible.

Richard G. said “In 1994 My mother died, I was 30 years old, no one could get me to release the Anger I had inside. After hearing Chad at a Company Sponsored Event on 29 June 2018. I'm a Humble and Softer Man. ”
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Wes Berry

5.0 (7)
7 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Leadership/Success Speaker / Author
  • 36 miles from Aurora
  • $4,900 to $17,900

David A. said “Wes was thoroughly entertaining and his talk was enlightening. The crowd was abuzz after the event and I hope to be apart of another one of his talks in the future. ”
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  • Chicago, IL
  • Motivational Speaker / Author
  • 36 miles from Aurora
  • Contact for rates

Jenifer T. said “Our team was thrilled to have Mark present at our Annual Meeting this year in February. He kept the audience engaged, entertained, and inspired. It was a unique approach to learning but one that was... ”

BluPoetry

5.0 (2)
New member

  • Chicago, IL
  • Spoken Word Artist / Author
  • 36 miles from Aurora
  • $50-$500

Asha N. said “Ramica Babers is a powerful and captivating poet whose words are rooted in honesty, resilience, and connection. She speaks passionately about both past and present experiences in a way that is... ”

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65 quotes sent

In the past year, Authors have sent 65 quotes to event planners.

338th most popular

Authors rank #338 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

5 out of 5 stars

There are 537 Author reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.

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.