Amy Kurzweil

Amy Kurzweil

Keynote Speaker: New Yorker Cartoonist & Graphic Novelist

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Amy Kurzweil Biography

Amy Kurzwell is a New Yorker cartoonist and the author of two graphic memoirs: "Flying Couch" and "Artificial: A Love Story." These works, interwoven with deeply personal narratives and historical events, showcase Kurzweil's capacity to convey intricate topics with sensitivity and depth.

Kurzwell's work has been nominated for a Reuben Award and an Ignatz Award for “Technofeelia,” her four-part series with The Believer Magazine. She was a 2021 Berlin Prize Fellow with the American Academy in Berlin and a 2019 Shearing Fellow with the Black Mountain Institute; she has received fellowships from MacDowell, Djerassi, and elsewhere. Her comics, cartoons, and writings have also been published in prominent publications like The Verge, The New York Times Book Review, Longreads, Literary Hub, WIRED and many other places.

Kurzwell has taught writing and comics at Parsons School of Design, The Fashion Institute of Technology, Center for Talented Youth, Interlochen Center for the Arts, in New York City Public Schools, and in many other venues. She teaches a monthly cartooning class to a growing community of virtual students all over the world via Patreon. A Stanford graduate, Kurzweil further honed her skills with a master's degree in creative writing from The New School.

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Amy Kurzweil Videos

Amy Kurzweil: "Flying Couch: A Graphic Memoir" | Talks at Google

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Speaking fees for Amy Kurzweil, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Amy Kurzweil are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Amy Kurzweil, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Amy Kurzweil speak about?

Amy Kurzweil is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Art & Design, Author, Educational Motivational, TED, Non-Fiction Authors and Jewish Heritage.

Where does Amy Kurzweil travel from?

Amy Kurzweil generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Amy Kurzweil?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Amy Kurzweil for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Amy Kurzweil for your next private or corporate function.

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Amy Kurzweil is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Art & Design, Author and Educational Motivational. The estimated speaking fee range to book Amy Kurzweil for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Amy Kurzweil generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Vanessa Ochs, Tova Friedman and Zibby Owens. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Amy Kurzweil for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 29/04/2025.

Amy Kurzweil Videos

Amy Kurzweil: "Flying Couch: A Graphic Memoir" | Talks at Google
  • How do I book Amy Kurzweil to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Amy Kurzweil for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Amy Kurzweil, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Amy Kurzweil or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Amy Kurzweil for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Amy Kurzweil, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Amy Kurzweil are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Amy Kurzweil, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Amy Kurzweil speak about?

    Amy Kurzweil is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Art & Design, Author, Educational Motivational, TED, Non-Fiction Authors and Jewish Heritage.
  • Where does Amy Kurzweil travel from?

    Amy Kurzweil generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Amy Kurzweil?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Amy Kurzweil for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Amy Kurzweil for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Amy Kurzweil or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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