events

If you’re interested in arranging an event just ask. I’m particularly interested in visiting colleges across the country. In recent years, I’ve spoken to audiences at UCLA, Columbia University, Emerson College, Princeton University, University of Pennsylvania, University of Pittsburgh, Rutgers University, Syracuse University, The College of New Jersey and Wellesley College among others.

I am very informative and entertaining. But don’t take my word for it. Here’s what campus reps have to say:

“It was an absolute pleasure having Megan come and speak to our students. We had a group of graduate and undergraduate students and both populations really appreciated her insights about the triumphs and challenges of being a successful author.  She immediately disarmed the group with her sincere charm and wit and stayed until every last question was answered.  She was honest and real and the students appreciated her candor immensely.  If you are looking for an intelligent and entertaining writer who will give you the inside scoop on her work and the publishing world in general do not hesitate to bring Megan to your campus.  You will absolutely not regret it.”
–Olivia Martel, Graduate School Office of Student Life, Princeton University

“Megan McCafferty’s springtime lecture at Wellesley was fun, fabulous, and our best event of the year. Although we had to schedule Megan’s visit in the middle of finals, large numbers of Wellesley students abandoned their studying for the opportunity to come meet Megan and hear her speak. For the many students who instantly connected to Jessica Darling, Megan was just as accessible and naturally connected to everyone in the crowd. From beginning to end, the entire audience smiled from ear to ear and earnestly engaged in Megan’s many stories and readings. After questions and a book signing, members of the audience still wanted more and even suggested throwing her an impromptu after party. Members of the senior class in particular described Megan’s lecture as the best literary event they attended in their four years at Wellesley. Megan is an incredibly entertaining and professional speaker, and I highly recommend that you invite her to your campus!”
–Samantha Keefe, Zeta Alpha Literary Society, Wellesley College

“As a student events coordinator at UCLA, I can vouch that your school would do well to have Megan McCafferty for a speaking engagement. Her books are highly relatable for young adults, especially those of a college age…Megan is just as enchanting in person as Jessica Darling is on paper. Those unable to attend were special ordering autographed books for their granddaughters, girlfriends, and of course, best friends. If you have not yet had the pleasure to read any Jessica Darling novels, I can not recommend them enough…Once you do, you will be beating down the door to have Megan come speak at your school.”
–Puthea Chea, UCLA Campus Events Commission

“Megan McCafferty was a lot of fun when she visited Ed2010 at Syracuse University! She shared with us how she climbed up the magazine industry totem pole only to realize that her true passion was writing fiction novels. Megan inspired us prospective writers to follow our heart and do the form of writing we love. Her advice was invaluable. She pleased old fans and acquired new ones. Ed <3′s Megan McCafferty!”
–Yelena Galstyan, Ed2010 on Campus, Syracuse University

“Megan has a natural talent for getting students at ease. While she is intellectual, she is also comfortable with “real” conversation, wants to hear about student experiences, and is comfortable discussing her own thoughts, feelings, and experiences. She shares her successes and her failures as if they are both a natural part of life- which is so important for us all to hear.”
–Cristen Scully Kromm, Assistant Dean for Community Development/Director of Residential Programs, Columbia University

“Megan was a fabulous speaker and drew in one of the largest crowds ever for a visiting author at TCNJ. Megan knew she was speaking to an audience of prospective magazine editors and writers and tailored her speech to those topics. She was open to all questions and took time to meet with individual students after the event.  Megan really captivated the audience with her humor and charm! That night, Megan made many new fans and pleased many old fans. I absolutely recommend inviting Megan to speak at your school!”
–Kelli Plasket, Ed2010 On Campus @ TCNJ, The College of New Jersey

“What more can be said that others have not already? Megan is an exceptional speaker of the highest caliber. During her talk, Megan mentioned that she wrote the sort of books that she wanted to read because no one had written them. Clearly the books that she wrote, others had been longing to read as well. In following her literary passion and addressing her desires, Megan was able to touch the lives of others and she encouraged us to do the same. Megan was witty, insightful, inspiring and an overall pleasure to work with! Students were very impressed and took a lot away from her talk. She made us laugh; she made us think. Inviting Megan to your campus would make for an enriching event.”–Artemus Werts, Jr., READ, Rutgers University