Go beyond the page with PepTalk's author speakers — the writers, journalists and researchers whose books your team has already read, brought into the room to unpack the ideas, answer the questions the book couldn't, and make the story land for your audience. There's learning from a book, and then there's learning with the person who wrote it.
Go Beyond the Page: Meet PepTalk's Author Speakers
Tom Goodwin
Tom Goodwin is a digital transformation expert who helps organisations get ahead of change, from AI to Web3 and beyond. He's the author of Digital Darwinism: Survival of the Fittest in the Age of Business Disruption, which explores how fast-moving technology is reshaping business models and consumer behaviour.
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Emma Reed Turrell
Emma Reed Turrell is a psychotherapist, podcaster and author who helps people stop putting everyone else's needs ahead of their own. She's the author of Please Yourself, with a further book, What Am I Missing?, building on the same territory of boundaries, people-pleasing and self-worth.
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Matthew Syed
Matthew Syed is a journalist, broadcaster and former international table tennis player who explores what makes teams and individuals thrive under pressure. He's the author of Bounce, Black Box Thinking and Rebel Ideas, taking in deliberate practice, learning from failure, and the power of cognitive diversity.
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Roxie Nafousi
Roxie Nafousi is a self-development coach and best-selling author who helps people take ownership of their mindset and their goals. Her book Manifest: 7 Steps to Living Your Best Life set out a practical framework for turning intention into action and became a word-of-mouth sensation.
"When we change our thoughts, we change how we feel and what emotions we experience, which in turn shifts our entire vibrational frequency."
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Bruce Daisley
Bruce Daisley is a former senior Twitter executive turned workplace culture advisor, helping organisations rebuild a healthier working culture in a hybrid age. He's the author of Fortitude: The Myth of Resilience and the Secrets of Inner Strength, questioning the popular idea that resilience is something we simply need more of.
"Resilience is the buzzword of the moment. We're told that if we have it, our lives will be happy and successful ones. If we don't, we need to acquire it. But what if the version of resilience we've been peddled is a myth?"
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Zing Tsjeng
Zing Tsjeng is a journalist, editor and author known for her work on gender, culture and identity. She's the author of Forgotten Women, a series reclaiming overlooked women from history across science, the arts and revolution.
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Why Book an Author Speaker?
A book gives your team the ideas. A speaker gives them the context: the questions a chapter can't answer, the stories that didn't make the final edit, and a chance to apply the thinking directly to your own event, team or challenge. It's also a shortcut to shared language — when everyone in the room has read the same book (or hears the same talk), the ideas are far more likely to stick and turn into action back at their desks. If you're exploring the wider speaker roster, take a look at PepTalk's recommended business books and Expert Book Club picks for more reading (and speaker) inspiration.
What formats do author speakers offer?
Most of PepTalk's author speakers can flex between a traditional keynote, a fireside Q&A, and a smaller workshop built around the framework in their book. Some also offer virtual sessions for global or hybrid teams. The right format usually comes down to your audience size and how much time you want to give over to discussion versus a stand-alone talk — our team can help you land on the right one for your event.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an author speaker?
An author speaker is an expert who has written a published book and speaks professionally on the ideas in it, translating the arguments, research or story from the page into a live talk built for a specific audience.
How do I book an author speaker with PepTalk?
Get in touch with the details of your event — audience, date, format and budget — and our team will recommend a shortlist, handle availability, and manage the booking from first enquiry through to the day itself.
Can an author speaker tailor their talk to our industry?
Yes. Most author speakers work with organisers ahead of the event to bring in examples and language relevant to your sector, so the ideas from the book land as directly as possible for your audience.
💡 Interested in booking one of PepTalk's author speakers? Let us know, and we'll find the perfect PepTalk expert for your organisation. Email us at hello@getapeptalk.com or send us a message via the chat. You can also call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US). Remember, it's always a good time to get a PepTalk!
