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"The kids are still talking about her visit, and are motivated to write!"
Stephanie Jordan, Language Arts Elementary Teacher, Colorado
"What an awesome Skype visit with Darby Karchut, who shared amazing revising techniques - we can't wait for more."
Beth Pederson, 4th grade, Minnesota
"This author visit by Darby Karchut was amazing! The kids and staff loved it!"
Celeste Troisfontaines, Elementary School Librarian, Colorado
I'm currently offering
free presentations
In-person or Zoom:
(about 30-40 minutes)
"Putting Clothes on a Skeleton: Revising in Layers"
(most popular with elementary schools)
"World-Building Like An Anthropologist"
(for upper elementary & middle schools)
"Literary Archetypes: The Heart of Storytelling"
(perfect for middle or high schools)
In-Person Author's Fee:
$300-$500 in Colorado Springs area
Fees waived for the
'21-'22 school year!
2022 Visits
Academy Endeavour Elementary School
Author Visit & Presentation
January 7
Colorado Springs, CO
Author Visits & Presentation
January 14
Colorado Springs, CO
February 2
Author #290
Author Visit & Presentation
February 18
Colorado Springs, CO
Spring 2022
Colorado Springs, CO
Faculty Member
April 28 - May 1
Colorado Springs, CO
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