Throughout the school year, I happily visit elementary schools, middle schools, and junior high schools, libraries, and bookstores to give writers' workshops and/or book-related programming. Fees are based on the number of workshops (see WORKSHOPS page), presentations/assemblies, book signings, (see BOOK SIGNINGS) and travel expenses.
To schedule a visit for grades K-2, 3-5, or 6-8 please contact me at the link below.
"Patricia presented a highly creative program which kept the children engaged and enthused. They had no idea that they were learning! Patricia's presentation made for a great event with children and parents leaving pleased."
--Arlene Lynes
Read Between the Lynes
Woodstock, IL USA
Patricia's CAMP WRITE ON! workshops were extremely well-planned and exciting for the children. She kept them actively engaged while learning the various aspects of writing. The level of excitement and participation during class were extraordinary---a memorable learning experience for everyone!!!
--Amy Trogdon
The Book Stall at Chestnut Court
Winnetka, IL, USA
"Patricia's informative workshops were enthusiastically accepted by our 3rd, 4th, and 5th students. She readily customized her presentations to meet our needs for our annual CELEBRATE WRITING! program. It was a pleasure to work collaboratively with Patricia on this project. Her passion for writing was truly contagious!
As one student commented, "The best part was when Ms. Murphy shared her 'Top Ten Tips for Writing Non-Fiction' because they were funny and they helped me understand non-fiction writing a lot more!"
--Dee Hayenga
District #25 Coordinator
Celebrate Writing/Author-in-Residence Program
Arlington Heights, IL, USA
"Patricia has so much energy and enthusiasm for writing that I am sure she charged up the kids. I loved all of the information and ideas that she shared with our class."
--Nancy Levey, 2nd Grade Teacher
Greenbriar Elementary School
Northbrook, IL, USA
"Your visit was so special. You have such a gift for working with children...no wonder your books are so good! You deserve a big THANKS from me. It was so nice of you to bring us books and notebooks."
--Mary Brennan, First Grade Teacher
Pritchett Elementary School
Buffalo Grove, IL USA
"We love your books--they're great. Everyone reads your books because we love them so much! Thank you for coming. We hope you will come again soon. If you come again, please, please, please--we are begging you, to bring more books to share and projects to do again. We hope you come soon!"
--Naomi, Maya, and Mrs. Brennan's Class
We are in room 17 & we LOVE YOUR BOOKS ! Thank you for the wonderful project you did with us. We loved it! OUR WHOLE CLASS LOVES YOUR BOOKS!
--ELYANA & COLETTE, from Mrs. Brennan's 1st Grade
"We loved the books and the notebooks and we loved your visit to Pritchett. We love you Mrs. Murphy! When are you going to visit again?"
--Sara and Jessica, the people in Mrs. Brennan's Class
TV TUNE OUT
YES, that was ME taking part in WINNETKA'S TV TUNE OUT WEEK at the Bookstall at Chestnut Court in Winnetka, IL. I happily shared my friendship title: I NEED YOU (filled with similes) and encouraged friends in attendance to write their own versions.
Click on the link below to contact me for a bookstore or library program, or an author appearance.
Yes, I am also thrilled and quite honored to do book signings at schools, libraries, book fairs, trade shows, bookstores, etc., along with visits and/or workshops, brief presentations, or just plum by themselves. Books can be ordered through my publishers.
To schedule a book signing, contact me at the link* below. (You're almost there!)
