Jan Spivey Gilchrist touches audiences through her books, illustrations, and speaking engagements

Jan Spivey Gilchrist, who won the Coretta Scott King Award for NATHANIEL TALKING (Writers & Readers) and a Coretta Scott King Honor Book for NIGHT ON NEIGHBORHOOD STREET (Penguin Putnam) and whose latest titles include WE ARE SHINING (HarperCollins), THE THUMBTACK DANCER (Alazar Press) and A VOICE AS SOFT AS A HONEY BEE'S FLUTTER (Discovery House) recently spoke to students at schools in Romeoville, Illinois and gave an evening presentation at Lewis University as well.

Here is what Pamela Pritchard, the Director of School Partnerships for Lewis University, had to say about Jan's visit:

"Jan Spivey Gilchrist has written and illustrated many magical, magnificent, and mesmerizing books for young people. This work comes easy for her as her personality is magical and mesmerizing as well! To hear her speak of her craft leaves her audience with a feeling of wonder and awe as her energy and passion are palpable and inviting. Bravo to Ms. Spivey Gilchrist and the many lives she has touched through her books and illustrations!"

If you would like your own students to hear Jan Spivey Gilchrist speak, just contact Balkin Buddies and we'll be happy to help arrange the visit.