Why Choose Us for Your School?
Author visits introduce young readers to the magic of creating books!
As an author-illustrator team, we bring a wealth of experience to inspire and captivate budding writers and artists.
We offer two engaging, age-tailored programs and are passionate about entertaining, teaching, and helping students grow.
Affordability and Discounts
To make our visits accessible, we offer reduced rates and limited-time discounts to fit various school budgets.
Pre-order forms and online ordering are available for added convenience.
Customize your visit with mix-and-match presentation options, and contact us for date requests outside our booking calendar.
Email us! info@gammaburstbooks.com
We’re proud of our books and can’t wait to share them with you!
BOOKING NOW Grades 3rd - 6th, up to three sessions (individual or group), each lasting 45-60M
3 hr
350 US dollars
BOOKING NOW - Grades Pk - 2nd, up to three sessions (individual or group), each lasting 30M.
3 hr
350 US dollars
Jodi Bast, Iowa Grant Elementary
"Do not hesitate to schedule a school visit with Tom and Landa Penisten! I found them to be amazing to work with from start to finish. They returned inquiries in a timely and professional manner, sought out objectives or goals for the school visit and incorporated those into their presentation. They were organized and well-prepared when speaking to our students. Additionally, they asked for feedback in order to strengthen future school visits. Tom and Landa are a terrific team with many creative ideas and positive, up-lifting messages to share. Their enthusiasm for what they do is contagious!"
Sarah Cherne, Clayton Ridge Elem
"We recently had the pleasure of hosting authors Tom and Landa Penisten at our school, and it was an unforgettable experience for our K-5 students! Tom did an incredible job explaining his illustration process, giving students a behind-the-scenes look at how a book comes to life. The read-aloud sessions were engaging and brought their stories to life in such a fun and interactive way.
Students also had the exciting opportunity to pre-order books at an amazing price, complete with personalized signatures from the authors—a special touch that made the experience even more memorable.
If you're looking to support a talented local author and provide an inspiring literacy experience for students, we highly recommend Tom and Landa Penisten. It was a fantastic visit, and we’re so grateful for their time and creativity!"