Marc J Gregson is the New York Times bestselling author of the Above the Black trilogy. His work has been released in several languages across multiple continents, and his trilogy starter, SKY’S END, is in development as a major motion picture.

SKY’S END has received several starred reviews and has been selected for Best of Year lists from Kirkus and BookPage. Marc is also a middle school English teacher. Behind the Glass is his adult science fiction debut. He enjoys pizza, making unbearably bad bear puns for his aggrieved students, and sleeping. On occasion, he reluctantly does yardwork where he lives in Salt Lake City, Utah with his wife and children.

Student Presentations (Grades 5+)

(45 min) So You Want To Be An Author? – A student friendly breakdown of what it’s like being an author, the publishing options available including a dive into the differences of self-publishing and traditional publishing.

(45 min) Writing a Book – A student friendly overview that will help new writers with the basics of writing a story including plot, character, setting, and general writing tips.

(45 min) Chasing my Dreams: The Highs & Lows of My Publishing Journey – An inspiring whole assembly or large group presentation including a demonstration of the Highs and Lows in the Meritocracy seen in the Above the Black series with audience volunteers and participation, and a connection to my own highs and lows as an author who spent two decades dreaming of getting published.

Adult Writers Presentations

(45-60 min) Traditional Publishing 101 – NYT Bestselling author Marc Gregson gives aspiring authors a bird’s eye view of the traditional publishing path, touching on querying, obtaining an agent, and getting a contract. If you’ve ever wondered how a Word manuscript turns into a real life book on the shelves of your favorite bookstore, this class is for you!

(45 minutes) – Worldbuilding in Sci-fi & Fantasy – NYT bestselling author of the YA fantasy trilogy, Above the Black, presents on advice and tips for how to world build your fantasy and science-fiction universe including magic systems, setting, character, character goals, exposition, and conflict.

Adult Keynotes

Customized 60min keynotes based on themes, topic, and input from the organization.

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