Call an Author!
A Simple, Exciting Way to Bring Literacy to Life in Your Classroom!
Looking for an easy, unforgettable way to engage your primary school students in literature?
Book a live video call with bestselling children’s author Matt Stanton—straight from your classroom to his desk.
Your students will:
• Get an exclusive look at what Matt is currently writing, seeing how a book is made in real time
• Be shown key literacy skills in action, directly linked to what you're teaching them
• Ask Matt their burning questions about books, writing, and creativity
Why choose Call An Author?
Effortless & Flexible
No school-wide coordination needed. You pick the time that suits your class.
Personal & Interactive
This isn’t a presentation; it’s a real conversation that gives students unique insight into how their favourite books come to life.
Supports Your Teaching
When you book, you will tell Matt your current literacy focus, and he’ll tailor the session to reinforce your lessons.
Author visits are fantastic—but they can be complicated and costly.
Call An Author is designed to be affordable, easy to organise, and incredibly rewarding for your students.
Why does this matter?
Meeting an author doesn’t just excite kids—it boosts reading comprehension, increases engagement in literature, and inspires creativity and writing skills.
Matt Stanton is a bestselling, award-winning author who lives in regional Australia. He created Call An Author to connect with students everywhere—because bringing books to life has never been more important.
Calls are currently available for $350 per session - in line with ASA rates but at a fraction of the cost of a full author visit and with none of the logistics.
Book a call now to arrange an engaging, high-impact experience that brings books to life for your students
Make your next literacy lesson unforgettable.