I am available for Meet the Author sessions with schools, libraries other interested groups for events like Children’s Book Week, Literature days and Writers’ Festivals. I normally charge the rates as recommended by the Australian Society of Authors and have included below the list of fees from their website. Because I’m based in Perth, Western Australia, travel expenses to country areas and other states would need to be covered.
Rates and Conditions
These rates were last updated in December 2016. The ASA sets recommended minimum rates for writers and illustrators working in the Australian market. These rates recognise the time and effort that go into writing, book illustration and public appearances. Members are encouraged to negotiate fees that are higher than the minimum.
Public appearances

Speaking and teaching
These rates apply for literary festivals, residencies, writers centres, tertiary institutions, and other public appearances except for schools. Members are encouraged to negotiate fees that are higher than the minimum.
Schools (primary and secondary)
Groups of over 120 or with mixed ages may incur an additional charge. Sessions may run for 45-60 mins, to be set by the speaker. Workshops for longer may be negotiated.
NB: This discounted rate applies only if the booking is for one school, for a one-week block.


