Access hundreds of educational institutions and bookstores

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Are you selling to schools and stores?

We help educational institutions discover and connect with creators like you:

Traditionally-published Author

Self-published Author

Publisher or Agent representing multiple authors or illustrators

Illustrator

Book an Author’s Creator Profiles allows you to showcase your published work, list your books and literary services, and define your characteristics so fellow creators, schools, and organizations can find and connect with you! Free to start, pay only when you list.

Step 1:

Create your profile

In a few easy steps, create a free profile to access your personalized dashboard.

Step 2:

List your books, products, and services

Add your books, products, and services to your very own storefront on BookAnAuthor.com. Take full control of your schedule and pricing. No commitment, cancel at anytime. Check out the fees here.

Step 3:

Manage inquiries, negotiate scopes, and plan your events

Manage all of your upcoming events and orders in one simple platform. Keep track of messages with clients with in-app Chats. Know the client’s requirement in advance so you don’t waste time pitching to the wrong people.

Step 4:

Deliver and get paid on time

Never worry about delayed payment again. Access your payments directly in the dashboard once the event is concluded, or goods/services are delivered.

FAQ: Common Author/Creator Questions

When will I get a payout after the author visit?

At Book an Author, we strive to ensure the satisfaction of all our users. Institutions are required to pay upfront for any events, with a money-back guarantee if there are any issues with the event.

The booking fee is then distributed to the author, minus commission, 14 days after the booking or when the institution marks the booking as complete, whichever comes first. If there is a dispute regarding the event, we will hold the funds until the dispute is resolved.

Would commuting fees be included?

At Book an Author, you can set your own price. We recommend pricing your in-person visit service appropriately to account for the additional time required for travel.

Travel and accommodation fees can be negotiated between you and the institution via the in-app chat. Once you both agree on a price, you can adjust the final event price to include the entire amount. The institution will then be prompted to accept the price changes before paying and confirming the booking.

Are the institutions vetted?

At Book an Author, we care deeply about the safety and satisfaction of all our members. Our management team regularly reviews new members on the platform, including creators, suppliers, and institutions.

If you suspect an institution is not contributing positively to the Book an Author community, please contact us, and we will take appropriate action, including removing them from the platform if necessary.

What is the finder’s fee?

The finder’s fee, or commission, is a 15% charge applied to the booking amount. When an author receives payment, it is the booking amount minus the commission. This fee helps cover the costs of maintaining the platform, including credit card transaction fees, to ensure a seamless experience for both authors and institutions.

How can I set my availability for bookings?

At Book an Author, you have full control of your listing! You can set your availability using the interactive calendar. Simply mark the dates in green when you’re available for booking, and leave the dates in gray if you’re not available.

What happens if I need to cancel a booking?

Book an Author is committed to ensuring institutions are fully satisfied with our service. We do not allow authors to reschedule events, as the event date must be chosen by the institution.

However, we understand that unforeseen circumstances can arise, so we allow both parties to cancel the booking if necessary.

If an author cancels the booking, regardless of the reason or notice period, the institution will receive a full refund, including any travel fees. If the institution wishes to reschedule the event, it can initiate a new inquiry with the same or different author(s) or date(s).

If an author cancels a booking within 30 days of the event, the author’s account will be reviewed by the Book an Author management team. Authors who cancel more than three events within a month will be removed from the Book an Author platform.

If you’re unsure whether you can attend the event, please do not accept the inquiry. You can decline any event inquiry without penalty.

How will I be informed about the event details?

An institution can include their contract, scope, requirements, and requests in the event inquiry form. They can also ask additional questions or make further requests via the in-app chat, which becomes available once both parties accept the inquiry.

Can I specify the types of events I am available for?

Yes, you can! You can create separate listings for in-person and virtual events, allowing institutions to easily search by event type. If you have special requirements, you can include this information in the listing details.

Are there any restrictions on the types of institutions that can book me?

Book an Author does not currently impose any restrictions on the types of institutions that can book you. This means any institution, including but not limited to schools, non-profits, bookstores, and libraries, can make a booking.

You can decline any event inquiry without penalty. Please review each inquiry carefully before accepting the booking.

What should I do if I have a dispute with an institution?

At Book an Author, we care deeply about your experience. We are happy to support you in any way possible, including mediating disputes if necessary. Please contact us for assistance.