Speaker Info

Keynote Speaker, Guest Lecturer, Workshops, Podcasts, Book Clubs

Ellen Butler is a bestselling and award winning author known for crafting compelling, suspenseful narratives. With a passion for history and storytelling, she brings real-life drama to the stage in a way that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.

For program overview, booking, and speaking fees fill out the FORM HERE.

Ellen is also available for book club visits and podcast programming. Podcast samples:

Speaking topics

For the General Public:

Ideal Audiences: Museums & cultural institutions, Universities & lecture series, Corporate & client appreciation events, Libraries & literary festivals, Private clubs & luxury experiences

Speaking Formats: Keynote (45–60 minutes), Lecture + Q&A, Private VIP events, Virtual presentations

Add-On Opportunities: Book signing, Bulk book sales, VIP reception or dinner talk

For Writers Groups, Workshops & Conferences:

  • The Business of Publishing – Expectations for Traditional, Small Press & Indie Publishing (1 hour)
  • From Manuscript to Publication – Independent Publishing Workshop (2 hour program)
  • The Dreaded Marketing – Avenues for Getting Your Name and Your Book Out There  (1 hour)

Testimonials

“Ellen Butler regaled our Library Society community with her well researched and thoroughly honed presentation recounting 10 contemporary Art Heists, each curated by the speaker for their unique and fascinating detail.  Butler delivered the talk, rife with absorbing information, through her particular lens of wit and charisma. Ellen Butler was more than happy to interact with our attendees either on the subject material she spoke to or the process of crafting the novels themselves.  Ellen Butler is an immersive, delightful speaker!” ~ Charleston Library Society

“I really enjoyed your intriguing, informative and fun presentation at the University Club of DC of The Top Ten Art Heists in History!!! I never thought about what and how criminals plan or don’t plan the details of an art heist!!!”  –The University Club of Washington, DC

“Much appreciated the Women of the OSS presentation.” – The Freedom Museum (Smithsonian Affiliate)

“…thank you so much again for coming to our library this past Saturday to talk about the Business of Publishing… Our patrons appreciated it very much.” – Alexandria Public Library

“Thank you for providing your presentation on lady spies. Fascinating information!” – Virginia Beach History Museums

“Thank you for being a part of our PWC-Manassas History Symposium! I fully enjoyed your presentation.” –Prince William County Historic Preservation