Adrianne is a professional speaker with years of experience on stage supporting schools and teenage youth programs. The purpose of this site is to provide information for booking Adrianne for speaking engagements at your facility.  She is  available to speak at schools, foster centers, youth programs, and juvenile detention centers and would love to talk with you about your event.

In addition to authoring books and speaking to students, Adrianne also offers 2 scholarships per year to graduating high school seniors. Click on the scholarship link to find out more about theSOAR scholarship opportunity.



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Below is an excerpt from My Life Is No Balloon Ride

I’ve been sitting in my room the whole day, fearful. Reluctant to even quench my thirst or release the strain being placed on my bladder. I don’t want to run into my father. The epitome of a monster in my dysfunctional little world. His cold eyes always cut straight through to my soul - severing my emotions, holding at bay my joy. Creating all at once a shiver in the base of my throat. When he speaks I can do no more than stand motionless. . . . .  Read more
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