Barbara Bash is, first and foremost, an illustrator. In addition, she is a calligrapher, writer, and teacher. Bash has written and illustrated acclaimed books for both adults and children, mostly in topics regarding the natural world. For instance, she has written and illustrated Tree of Life: The World of the African Baobab, Ancient Ones: The World of the Old Growth... read full bio
Caroline Arnold is the author of more than 160 childrens books. In addition to writing, Arnold also illustrates books. Inspired by nature and travel, Arnold creates inspiring books for children of all kinds. Arnold also runs two blogs regarding her art, writing processes, and travel adventures. They are titled Caroline Arnold Art and Books and The Intrepid Tourist. Though the... read full bio
Dr. Whitney grew up on a remote Tennessee farm. From a young age Dr. Whitney (Sunny Love - Pseudonym) experienced physical, emotional and sexual abuse beginning at the age of six. Throughout Sunny's life she lost her self-worth, but never her desire to keep going. After a long abusive life, Sunny turned her life around with the help of spiritual... read full bio
2017 TOPIC LIST WORLD AFFAIRS: Future In Sight - Based on Barry H. Minkin's best selling book of the same title, this presentation highlights the most important global trends in business, demographics, lifestyles, technology, world affairs and politics. Globalization Lessons -Globalization has been called the most important trend since the Industrial Revolution. Join Barry as he shares lessons learned by major corporations... read full bio
Rachel Simon is the critically acclaimed author of six books, the best known of which are the novel The Story of Beautiful Girl and the memoir Riding The Bus With My Sister. Her other books are the memoir The House on Teacher's Lane; an inspirational book for writers, The Writer's Survival Guide; a novel, The Magic Touch; and a collection... read full bio
Bill Clegg came to New York at the age of 21 to start a career in book publishing. By 30, he had a thriving literary agency. By 35 he'd lost the agency, his decade-long relationship, his reputation and nearly his life from a crack cocaine addiction. After a major drug binge and suicide attempt, Clegg went from the hospital to... read full bio
British import Jane Green is the author of a dozen bestselling novels, dealing with real life, real women, and all the things life throws at them, with her trademark wisdom, wit and warmth. She writes a daily blog and contributes to various publications, both online and print, including Huffington Post, The Sunday Times, Wowowow, and Self. Her bestselling book, Promises... read full bio
Ethan Canin's first short stories, collected in Emperor of the Air when he was only 27, dazzled the literary world. His next five books, Blue River, For Kings and Planets, The Palace Thief, Carry Me Across the Water and America established his reputation as one of the finest writers in America and has garnered him generous literary prizes. His road... read full bio
Isabel Gillies is an American actress and author. She became popular for her role in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit where she played Elliot Stablers wife. Isabel released a memoir that was a New York Times bestseller titled, Happens Every Day. Isabel had several film appearances including Metropolitan, I Shot Andy Warhol and New Orleans, Mon Amour. Aside from... read full bio
Since the publication of her book The Comeback: Seven Stories of Women Who Went from Career to Family and Back Again, Emma Gilbey Keller has traveled around the country talking to women of all ages in professional associations, colleges, parenting groups, town halls, schools and more. Emma was inspired to write the book because of her own experience as a... read full bio
He has been a humorist/comedian and keynote speaker at over 700 seminars, conventions and workshops. Neil has written 17 books including the book that inspired the smash-hit movie, Doc Hollywood, produced videos and feature movies, and co-founded charitable organizations which brighten the lives of nursing home residents, arrange heart surgery for children who could not otherwise obtain it and... read full bio
New York Times best-selling author Jenna Blum has been writing professionally since 1986, when her short story The Legacy of Frank Finklestein won First Prize in Seventeen Magazines national fiction contest. Jennas debut novel, Those Who Save Us, was in 2004 and jumped onto The Boston Globe and The New York Times best-seller lists. A World War II mother-daughter story... read full bio
According to The Boston Globe, bestselling author Elinor Lipman ""has been referred to as 'master of the art of screwball comedy,' but 'screwball' doesn't do justice to her fiction, which renders serious subjects through a lens of humor and hope."" Her first forays into social satire began in college, where she wrote snappy headlines for the school newspaper... read full bio
Joe Zuniga became the first in Florida to be nominated for a Tejano Music Award and also won a Tejano Globe Award for his first single. Joe was also a finalist on the international Latino talent show Tengo Talento Mucho Talento. Since then, Joe has traveled and performed at various venues throughout the country and in 2016, released his first... read full bio
Author Rebekah Lyons has written Freefall to Fly: A Breathtaking Journey Toward a Life of Meaning and You Are Free: Be Who You Already Are. She’s an old soul with a modern, genuine voice who puts a fresh face on the obstacles women overcome as they strive for a life of meaning. With her emotional writing and speaking, Rebekah tells... read full bio
Amy Cohen began her career as a writer and producer of sitcoms Caroline in the City and Spin City. In addition, she contributed to a dating column for the New York Observer and was the dating correspondent for televised New York Central. After losing her jobs, boyfriend, and her mother, Cohen was inspired to write a memoir titled The Late... read full bio
Bliss Broyard is the daughter of literary critic Anatole Broyard. Anatole Broyards mixed racial lineage was made apparent to the world after his death. Inspired by her fathers mysterious past, Bliss authored an investigative memoir about her fathers life. The book is titled One Drop: My Fathers Hidden Life, A Story of Race and Family Secrets. Prior to publishing One... read full bio
Jody Urquhart is a motivational speaker and former stand-up comedian. She makes her speeches fun and unique by using her previous career as a comedian as a means to spice up her speeches. Urquhart spreads the messages of the importance of fun and meaningful work. She has spoken at over 80 organizations and associates each year and believes humor is... read full bio
Geneen Roth is an esteemed and respected authority on the subject of well-being and relationships. Shes an inspirational speaker who inspires, motivates and uplifts audiences worldwide. She is a thoughtful leader on the subject of compulsive eating and perpetual dieting and how it is linked with both personal and spiritual issues. She has helped thousands of individuals improve the quality... read full bio
Annette Langer was a finalist in two categories in the prestigious Writers Digest national writing competition. She has contributed magazine articles for the Livermore Wine Country Literary Harvest Anthology and O'Brien's Literary Speculator Bright Beginnings Anthology. Frequently, her work can be found in the monthly literary e-newsletter Fox and Quill. Her shorter works have appeared in several anthologies, including the... read full bio
