Denise Kiernan

Denise Kiernan

Keynote Speaker: Bestselling Author, Historian, Former TV Head Writer

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Denise Kiernan Biography

Denise Kiernan is the New York Times bestselling author of "The Girls of Atomic City," which narrates the true story of young women living in a secret government city during World War II while unknowingly helping to build the first atomic bomb.

Kiernan has an extensive background as a writer, with over 15 years of experience covering various topics. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, The Village Voice, Ms. Magazine, Saveur, and other national publications. In television, she served as head writer for ABC’s "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" and has produced content for ESPN, MSNBC, and independent productions. Her other notable books include "Signing Their Lives Away," "Signing Their Rights Away," and "Stuff Every American Should Know."

Beyond writing, Kiernan has contributed to the field of personal finance with her book "The Money Book for Freelancers, Part-Timers, and the Self-Employed," which offers a money-management system for independent workers. She has enriched various audiences with her engaging speaking skills at events like the Carter Presidential Library and the East Tennessee History Center in Knoxville, TN, sharing insights from her extensive research and experiences.

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Denise Kiernan Speaking Topics

The Girls of Atomic City: Life in a Secret City of the Manhattan Project

Lessons of the Manhattan Project

Book Proposal Boot Camp

How I Did It: Researching Writing and Publishing Narrative Nonfiction in Today’s Market

Denise Kiernan Videos

New York Times bestseller Denise Kiernan book talk. - YouTube
Denise Kiernan, author of "The Girls of Atomic City," on Oak Ridge ...
Denise Kiernan: 2013 National Book Festival - YouTube

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How much does it cost to book Denise Kiernan for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Denise Kiernan, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Denise Kiernan, 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 Denise Kiernan speak about?

Denise Kiernan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Bestselling Authors and Journalist.

Where does Denise Kiernan travel from?

Denise Kiernan generally travels from Asheville, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Denise Kiernan?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Denise Kiernan 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 Denise Kiernan 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 Denise Kiernan 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.


Denise Kiernan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Author, Bestselling Authors and Journalist. The estimated speaking fee range to book Denise Kiernan for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Denise Kiernan generally travels from Asheville, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Bonny Reichert, Tammy Leitner and Linsey Davis. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Denise Kiernan for an upcoming event.

Denise Kiernan Speaking Topics

  • The Girls of Atomic City: Life in a Secret City of the Manhattan Project

  • Lessons of the Manhattan Project

  • Book Proposal Boot Camp

  • How I Did It: Researching Writing and Publishing Narrative Nonfiction in Today’s Market

Denise Kiernan Videos

New York Times bestseller Denise Kiernan book talk. - YouTube
Denise Kiernan, author of "The Girls of Atomic City," on Oak Ridge ...
Denise Kiernan: 2013 National Book Festival - YouTube
  • How do I book Denise Kiernan to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Denise Kiernan, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Denise Kiernan, 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 Denise Kiernan speak about?

    Denise Kiernan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Bestselling Authors and Journalist.
  • Where does Denise Kiernan travel from?

    Denise Kiernan generally travels from Asheville, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Denise Kiernan?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Denise Kiernan 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 Denise Kiernan 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 Denise Kiernan 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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