“I have been booking authors for the past 20 years in my career as a librarian and can honestly say that Steve is one of the most engaging authors that you will ever book.”
-Leslie Balzano, Librarian, Middlebrook Elementary, CT
Bring Award-Winning Author Steve Swinburne to Your School!
(Booking NOW for 2025/2026)
“Steve is TOP NOTCH! He keeps the students fully engaged, shares interesting animal facts, photos, and videos, takes them through the writing process (“Get it Down, Fix it Up”), AND as if that’s not enough, he brings his ukulele and sings with the children.”
-Angie Arnett, Librarian, Swenke Elementary, Cypress, TX
“Steve has an educator’s natural ability to plan the pace of his shows… I have hosted Steve for 10 years, at my schools in Indonesia, Dubai, and twice in Tampa, and he always brings something new and fresh. Look no further to delight your school community!”
-Leslie Baker, Librarian, Berkeley Preparatory School, Tampa, FL
“Steve is an extraordinary teacher and an advocate for all that is good in life.”
-Joseph Zaluski, Head of School, Gulf Stream School, FL
Looking to inspire young readers and writers?
Steve Swinburne brings energy, expertise, and a deep love for storytelling and music to every visit. With decades of experience engaging students in grades K–8, Steve offers dynamic writing workshops and interactive assemblies tailored to a variety of age groups and learning styles.
From sparking creativity in young writers to sharing behind-the-scenes stories of wildlife research and book creation, Steve’s visits are educational, entertaining, and unforgettable. Programs can be customized to fit your curriculum goals and range from single-day events to multi-day residencies.
Whether in-person or virtual, Steve would be thrilled to collaborate with your school or classroom. Book a visit and ignite a lifelong love of reading, writing, and smiling in your students.
