A community college English teacher and regular presenter, Rebecca Balcárcel leads adventures for grade-schoolers through adults. As part of her upbeat, interactive presentations, attendees explore the writing process, craft elements, and behind-the-scenes secrets of her novels.
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At school and library visits, kids get a behind-the-scenes look at my writing process and the life stories that inspired my books!
“Prof. Balcarcel is such a sweetheart! I am currently taking her class and it exceeded expectations. She manages to engage all students with very interesting lessons. Her grading is amazing; she gives good feedback. She really strives to improve your writing. Would take this again!” — Composition I student
Responses to Keynote Address:
AMAZING! One of the best I’ve ever heard! Excellent!”
Jan Peck, author
Your keynote speech was simply wonderful.”
–high school teacher
Sample topics for writing groups:
- How to Get an Agent
- What Happens After Your Sign The Dotted Line With an Agent
- Surviving the Edit Letter
- The Magic of Voice
- Show, not Tell
- Plotting Your Novel
- The Heroine’s Journey as Your Plot
- How to Write a Novel (overview)
Books
Rebecca would be delighted to autograph books for you! Books can be ordered through Barnes & Noble on consignment, your local independent bookstore, or from Chronicle Books (Happy and Shine On) or PenguinRandomHouse (Sunchild)
Scheduling
Click over to Appearances to see already scheduled events.
Rate Sheet in 2026 — Do reach out for a custom schedule based on your school/org!
FULL-DAY AUTHOR PROGRAM – $2,000 honorarium + travel fee (TBD)
- Includes three 45-minute presentations + Q&A
- Optional lunch with a small group of students
- Optional book signing
ADDITIONAL FOURTH SESSION – $500
- A single 45-minute presentation + Q&A can be added on to a full-day author program
- Four presentations can be split between two schools that are close in proximity
- A fourth session is offered at a 50% discount for Title 1 schools
HALF-DAY AUTHOR PROGRAM – $1,500 honorarium*
- Includes two 45-minute presentations + Q&A
- Optional book signing
*Available for DFW metro area only
SINGLE IN-PERSON PRESENTATION – $800*
- One 45-minute presentations + Q&A
- Optional book signing
*Available for DFW metro area only
SINGLE VIRTUAL PRESENTATION – $500
- One 45-to-60 minute presentation, including Q&A via Zoom, Google Meet, or your preferred virtual conferencing platform
- If author’s books are purchased in conjunction with their visit, bookplates are available upon request
Let’s have an adventure together!
Rebecca Balcárcel 