Press kit
Author biographies, selected books, interview topics, Q&A in David’s own words, selected praise, press links, and contact details.
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Biographies, book information, interview topics, and images for coverage of David’s work.
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Editable copy
The press kit in Word format, for preparing event listings and editorial coverage.
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The PDF and Word kit, current author photo, selected covers, SHOCKED poster, and plain-text biographies, Q&A, book facts, and press links.
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Short biography
David Michael Slater is the author of more than forty books for children, teens, and adults. His work ranges from playful picture books and fantasy adventures to dark comic novels and nonfiction about education and public life. The Vanishing won the American Writing Awards' 2022 Fiction Book of the Year and was optioned for film by Chris Columbus's 26th Street Pictures in 2023. A retired public school teacher, Slater lives in Lake Oswego, Oregon.
The press kit includes biographies in three lengths. Book covers and the original author photo are included in the media bundle.
Media inquiries
For interviews, review copies, event requests, or image credits:
david@davidmichaelslater.com