Priscilla Yarbrough

Riverbank, CA

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Travels up to 200 miles

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Overview

Priscilla Yarbrough is a published author and LGBT speaker who shares honest, lived-experience stories about gender identity, family, resilience, and living authentically. Through her memoirs *The Teacher’s Secret* and *Silent Storms*, and through her speaking, she offers audiences a grounded and human perspective on what it means to claim one’s own narrative.

Her talks and workshops are flexible, conversational, and inclusive—suitable for schools, conferences, community organizations, and corporate events. She focuses on real stories rather than theory, creating space for reflection, empathy, and practical understanding of LGBTQ+ experiences.


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Booking information

Price range: Contact for pricing

Languages: English

Gig length: 15 - 480 minutes

What to expect

When you book Priscilla Yarbrough, you can expect an honest, engaging, and heartfelt presentation rooted in lived experience. She shares personal stories of identity, family, resilience, and living authentically as a transgender woman, while creating space for meaningful conversation.

Her talks and workshops are approachable and inclusive—suitable for schools, conferences, community groups, and corporate events. Expect warmth, clarity, and practical insight rather than abstract theory. Audiences leave with a deeper understanding of LGBTQ+ experiences, greater empathy, and tools for building more supportive environments.

Sessions can be customized in length and focus, and Priscilla is happy to tailor content to your group’s needs.

About

Priscilla Yarbrough is a published author and LGBT speaker whose work centers on authenticity, resilience, and the lived experience of gender identity. She is the author of the memoir *The Teacher’s Secret* and its prequel *Silent Storms*, both of which explore family dynamics, personal transformation, and the journey of living openly as a transgender woman.

Drawing from her own life in California’s Central Valley, Yarbrough speaks with honesty and warmth about identity, belonging, and the strength required to rewrite one’s story. She is available for speaking engagements, workshops, and community events focused on LGBTQ+ advocacy, personal storytelling, and creating inclusive spaces.

Whether addressing students, conference audiences, or local organizations, Yarbrough brings a grounded, conversational style that invites reflection and connection. Her goal is simple: to help others feel seen, heard, and empowered to live more authentically.

For booking inquiries or more information about her books and speaking services, contact her.

Additional booking notes

Priscilla’s presentations are designed to be flexible and low-tech. She typically speaks without slides, though a simple PowerPoint or keynote deck can be provided upon request for longer sessions or workshops.

**Standard Requirements (In-Person):**
- Wireless handheld or lavalier microphone
- Lectern or small table (optional)
- Ability to move around the room if desired
- Standard room lighting (no special stage lighting required)

**Virtual / Hybrid Sessions:**
- Zoom, Google Meet, or similar platform
- Stable internet connection on both ends
- Option to share screen if slides are used

Sessions can run 30–60 minutes for keynotes or be structured as longer workshops. Please let her know in advance about audience size, age range, and any specific topics or sensitivities so she can tailor the content.

For technical questions or to discuss setup, contact Priscilla at (email hidden)

Influences and inspiration

Priscilla’s writing and speaking are shaped by personal experience and a deep belief in the power of honest storytelling. Growing up in California’s Central Valley, she draws from the complexities of family, identity, and the long process of learning to live authentically.

Her work is influenced by the everyday realities of being a transgender woman, the resilience required to navigate difficult relationships, and the quiet strength found in claiming one’s own narrative. She is inspired by voices that speak plainly about struggle, growth, and belonging—stories that make space for truth rather than polished perfection.

These influences show up in both her memoirs and her talks as a commitment to clarity, vulnerability, and the idea that personal stories can help others feel less alone.

Setup requirements

**Stage Setup Requirements** Priscilla prefers a simple, flexible stage or speaking area that allows her to move naturally and connect with the audience. **Recommended Setup:** - Clear, unobstructed speaking area (minimum 6–8 feet wide) - Wireless handh

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