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Colm Tóibín

Colm Tóibín

Keynote Speaker: Award-winning Irish Novelist, Short Story Writer, Essayist & Playwright; Journalist; Critic; Poet; Professor of Humanities at Columbia University

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Colm Tóibín Biography

Colm Tóibín is a lauded figure in the literary sphere known for his extensive body of work including novels, short stories, essays, and plays. He embarked on his writing career as an editor for the monthly news magazine Magill, and his prowess as a wordsmith has led to numerous accolades including the Encore Award, the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Fiction, the International Dublin Literary Award, and the Folio Prize. His portfolio of novels includes "The South," "The Blackwater Lightship," "The Master," "Brooklyn," "Nora Webster," and "The Magician."

Aside from his writing career, Tóibín has delved into the academic sphere, serving as the Chancellor of the University of Liverpool from 2017 to 2022 and presently holding the position of Irene and Sidney B. Silverman Professor of the Humanities at Columbia University in Manhattan. His immersion in the arts extends further as a member of Aosdána, an Irish association of artists, and as a professor of creative writing at the University of Manchester. His writings, particularly in the English language, and specifically Hiberno-English, cover a wide array of subjects, including Irish society, living abroad, creativity, and personal identity.

Tóibín was also involved in the film industry, though the specifics of his filmography are not detailed in the source material. Personal details, such as his survival of testicular cancer and his relationship status with Hedi El Kholti since 2012, provide further insight into the private life of this prolific writer. His favorite novelist, Henry James, and his fondness for tennis and art, are just a few of the elements that shape his unique perspective, which is eloquently reflected in his writing. Tóibín's website, colmtoibin.com, serves as a platform for readers to delve further into his life and works.

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Colm Tóibín Videos

Colm Tóibín: The Waterstones Interview
Colm Tóibín | Long Island: A Novel
Colm Tóibín's Laureate for Irish Fiction Annual Lecture 2023

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What topics does Colm Tóibín speak about?

Colm Tóibín is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors and News & Media.

Who is the agent for Colm Tóibín?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Colm Tóibín 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 Colm Tóibín for your next private or corporate function.

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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 Colm Tóibín 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.


Colm Tóibín is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Authors and News & Media. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Colm Tóibín can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Rabih Alameddine, Jeffery Deaver and Nadifa Mohamed. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Colm Tóibín for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 20/08/2024.

Colm Tóibín Videos

Colm Tóibín: The Waterstones Interview
Colm Tóibín | Long Island: A Novel
Colm Tóibín's Laureate for Irish Fiction Annual Lecture 2023
  • How do I book Colm Tóibín to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Colm Tóibín 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 Colm Tóibín, 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 Colm Tóibín or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Colm Tóibín for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Colm Tóibín, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Colm Tóibín, 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 Colm Tóibín speak about?

    Colm Tóibín is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors and News & Media.
  • Who is the agent for Colm Tóibín?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Colm Tóibín 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 Colm Tóibín 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 Colm Tóibín 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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