Ellen Hopkins

Ellen Hopkins

Keynote Speaker: New York Times Bestselling Novelist Known for "Crank"

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Ellen Hopkins Biography

Elle Hopkins is the award-winning author of fourteen NY Times bestselling young adult novels-in-verse, two middle grade novels-in-verse, and four novels for adult readers. She currently holds the not so enviable title of "Most Banned Author in the US."

After six decades in CA/NV, Hopkins recently moved with her extended family and two quirky German shepherds to a log cabin in the Missouri woods, where everything from gardening to pest control to hair care is very different than in the West. It's been a steep learning curve.

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Ellen Hopkins Speaking Topics

Writing the Righteous Fight: Why "Controversial" Books Must Remain on Library Shelves

As the current "most banned author in the US," Ellen Hopkins has been fighting book removals at an exhausting pace. Her first YA novel, CRANK, sits near the top of book banning hitlists. The book was inspired by the quite personal story of her daughter's addiction, and illustrates how quickly a teen with everything going for her can lose her dreams to substance abuse. Subsequent Hopkins novels tackle issues young adults face every day. Hopkins's motives are often questioned, but she says she wants to arm kids with knowledge to help them make better choices and develop understanding and empathy. You'll hear how she has accomplished those goals and why she's determined to help keep controversial books on library bookshelves.

Ellen Hopkins Videos

Eyes on the Prize | Ellen Hopkins | TEDx

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What topics does Ellen Hopkins speak about?

Ellen Hopkins is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors, Influential Women, Literary and Generational Issues.

Where does Ellen Hopkins travel from?

Ellen Hopkins generally travels from Carson City, NV, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Ellen Hopkins?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ellen Hopkins for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Ellen Hopkins for your next private or corporate function.

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Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Ellen Hopkins is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Authors, Influential Women and Literary. The estimated speaking fee range to book Ellen Hopkins for live events is Below $10,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Ellen Hopkins generally travels from Carson City, NV, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Lois Lowry, Michael Koryta and Kate White. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ellen Hopkins for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 26/03/2024.

Ellen Hopkins Speaking Topics

  • Writing the Righteous Fight: Why "Controversial" Books Must Remain on Library Shelves

    As the current "most banned author in the US," Ellen Hopkins has been fighting book removals at an exhausting pace. Her first YA novel, CRANK, sits near the top of book banning hitlists. The book was inspired by the quite personal story of her daughter's addiction, and illustrates how quickly a teen with everything going for her can lose her dreams to substance abuse. Subsequent Hopkins novels tackle issues young adults face every day. Hopkins's motives are often questioned, but she says she wants to arm kids with knowledge to help them make better choices and develop understanding and empathy. You'll hear how she has accomplished those goals and why she's determined to help keep controversial books on library bookshelves.

Ellen Hopkins Videos

Eyes on the Prize | Ellen Hopkins | TEDx
  • How do I book Ellen Hopkins to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Ellen Hopkins for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Ellen Hopkins, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Ellen Hopkins or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Ellen Hopkins for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Ellen Hopkins, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is Below $10,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Ellen Hopkins, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Ellen Hopkins speak about?

    Ellen Hopkins is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors, Influential Women, Literary and Generational Issues.
  • Where does Ellen Hopkins travel from?

    Ellen Hopkins generally travels from Carson City, NV, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Ellen Hopkins?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ellen Hopkins for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Ellen Hopkins for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Ellen Hopkins or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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