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Westport, CT 
Motivational Speaker / Author
9 miles from Bridgeport "I'm an author, multidisciplinary artist, actress, TEDx speaker, writer & "Detourist" with a one-woman autobiographical musical about my…
New Haven, CT
Motivational Speaker / Author
16 miles from Bridgeport I’m an inspirational author, empowerment coach, and motivational speaker… and it is my passion and purpose to inspire and empower men and women to believe in themselves,…
Naugatuck, CT
Spoken Word Artist / Author
22 miles from Bridgeport Colin O. said “Strong, Courageous, Conscious, Authentic, Spiritual, Unrestricted...just some of the words that describe this artist. I've had the privilege to work…”
Wading River, NY
Motivational Speaker / Author
24 miles from Bridgeport Darryl Davis began as a professional actor appearing in movies and commercials. To help support himself while he pursued his acting career, Darryl entered sales…
New Fairfield, CT
Motivational Speaker / Author
25 miles from Bridgeport As a Motivational Speaker, my life is dedicated to moving people from an uneasy time in their lives to a place of peace. I don’t change their circumstances, but…
Shirley, NY
Author
31 miles from Bridgeport Share stories from my book "Lessons Learned: How to Negotiate the Life You Want to Live". Look to inspire everyday people such as students, athletes,…
White Plains, NY
Motivational Speaker / Author
32 miles from Bridgeport I am a motivatioanl speaker. I have the ability to energize and motivate people from all walks of life. I have traveled as near as local high schools to share motivational…
Glen Cove, NY
Motivational Speaker / Author
32 miles from Bridgeport I am an author, speaker, and known as "Mr Outstanding". I am also experienced as a pilot, actor, volunteer firefighter, coach, personal and corporate…
Riverhead, NY
Leadership/Success Speaker / Author
33 miles from Bridgeport Wanda F. said “I have had the opportunity to work with her professionally and personally. She has knowledge and helpful tips to lead to successful outcomes”
Wantagh, NY
Leadership/Success Speaker / Author
38 miles from Bridgeport I am a Life Designer, Author, and Speaker. My main speaking topics are about designing the life we were meant to live by identifying an individuals passions and…
Plainville, CT
Author
38 miles from Bridgeport Get ready to liven up any get together! • Hear witness testimony from the police, reporters, priests, and others on the best documented and witnessed haunting in…
Tappan, NY
Author
41 miles from Bridgeport I am an award-winning children’s author and offer interactive workshops and presentations. Prior to my author visit, I will meet with you in-person or discuss via…
West Nyack, NY
Industry Expert / Author
41 miles from Bridgeport A Certified Hypnotherapist and Certified Stress Management Consultant Sebastian Casselano Ch.t has the experience and expertise in the field of hypnosis and stress…
Bronx, NY
Motivational Speaker / Author
42 miles from Bridgeport Motivational Speaker: Keynote Speakers Business Meeting Conventions College University Schools Personal Life Coach: Deal with Stress Manage your Life Manage Your…
Fishkill, NY
Pianist / Author
44 miles from Bridgeport 
54 Verified Bookings Bevin P. said “Richard arrived early to set up, get acclimated with the event space, and provided beautiful background music that added an extra elegant touch to a black-tie…”
In the past year, Authors have sent 77 quotes to event planners
Authors rank #322 in popularity out of 540 categories on GigSalad
512 Author reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars
From request to booking, it takes 1.1 days (on average) to hire an Author
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.
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