Speaking & Events

Laura loves speaking at universities, book festivals, conferences, and other settings about a range of topics, including publishing, the craft of fiction, women’s issues, diversity and representation, success in middle age, creativity and inspiration, family and relationships, teaching and pedagogy.

March 22, 2026

Hi-Desert Lo-Fi Lit Weekend: Writing Sex & Desire Panel

Corner 62, 3:00 pm

Twentynine Palms, CA

June 1, 2026

In Conversation with Rasheed Newson

Octavia’s Bookshelf, 7:00 pm

Pasadena, CA

April 25, 2026

In Conversation with Taylor Jenkins Reid

Burbank Public Library, 1:30 pm

Burbank, CA