by Valerie Sherrard and Marsha Skrypuch

When we decided to launch Authors’ Booking Service, we knew that there were going to be hurdles. But we also realized that book creators needed a service to help co-ordinate their visits. And it was a given that educators and librarians would benefit as well. From selecting to contacting to booking—arranging an author visit can be a frustrating experience for an educator whose days are already so full. And what can be more annoying than finding out—too late—that your students’ favourite author is in town?