Speaking topics

Start with the audience. Then choose the topic and format.

Laura’s speaking work covers faith and everyday life, adulting, books, writing and learning. Each focused page below can be sent directly to an event planner and still gives the full context of who Laura is and how to book her.

01
Women · churches · retreats

Faith, Reflection & Everyday Life

For women’s groups, church programs and retreats that want thoughtful Christian teaching with practical application. Journaling is one current topic, not the only one.

Full women’s and faith page →
02
Youth · graduates · young adults

Adulting Like a Boss

Practical life skills for people leaving home, entering work and taking on more responsibility. Sessions can focus on first jobs, money, habits and the skills many people learn only after they need them.

Full adulting page →
03
Schools · libraries · families

Author Visits & Book Events

Readings, Q&A, writing conversations and book-based events for schools, libraries and community groups.

Full author-events page →
04
Writers · conferences · groups

Writing & Publishing

Talks for writers’ groups and conferences about moving from idea to manuscript to published book, with practical lessons from Laura’s own work.

Full writing and publishing page →

Formats

Built to fit the event.

Short talkA focused message for a meeting, luncheon, class or special event.
WorkshopMore time for examples, questions and practical work.
Half-day / full-dayLonger sessions with more room for teaching and discussion.
Weekend retreatConnected sessions for women’s and faith-based groups.
Author visitReadings, Q&A and writing or publishing discussion.
VirtualOnline talks and workshops are available.

Speaking inquiry

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  • No public fee list - ask for a quote based on the event.
  • Local, U.S., international and virtual programs are available.
  • Talks can be shaped around the audience, event goal and available time.

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