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You're not just getting a talk — you're getting a window into one of the most influential voices in literature and criminal justice reform. Piper Kerman is the author of the best-selling memoir Orange Is the New Black: My Year in a Women’s Prison, which inspired the Emmy-winning Netflix series. Beyond her writing, she is a dedicated public speaker and advocate, sharing experiences from the prison system to the halls of policy-making. Whether you're organizing a literary event, a university lecture, or a community discussion on reform, we’ve got you covered with reliable, straightforward ticketing and event information.

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Her work has shaped conversations about mass incarceration, rehabilitation, and systemic change. Piper serves on boards and advisory councils dedicated to supporting women in need and advancing justice reform, bringing a powerful, informed perspective to audiences nationwide.

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Stay connected for the latest on Piper Kerman’s appearances, talks, and book signings. Secure your seats early and join audiences across the country for thoughtful discussions on justice, storytelling, and social impact. For the most up-to-date information, visit her official profiles and event pages.

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Explore engaging discussions in venues across the United States, from colleges to literary festivals. We’ll help you secure your seats with clear details about each event, including venue information, dates, and how to participate in Q&As or book-signings.

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Quick Facts About Piper Kerman

  • Author of Orange Is The New Black: My Year in a Women’s Prison (Spiegel & Grau, 2010); memoir inspired the Netflix series Orange Is the New Black (2013–2019).
  • Public speaker and justice reform advocate; has served on boards including the Women’s Prison Association and advisory boards such as PEN America Writing For Justice Fellowship, InsideOUT Writers, Healing Broken Circles, and JustLeadershipUSA; testified before U.S. Senate committees and spoke at the White House on policy issues.
  • Major awards/recognitions include the White House Champion of Change designation and the Justice Trailblazer Award (John Jay College) among others; the Netflix adaptation has earned multiple Emmy Awards for the series.
  • 2025 appearances include: September 25, 2025 – Deese-Knight Lectureship at American University, Washington, DC; May 31–June 1, 2025 – Bay Area Book Festival (Berkeley, CA) Inside Ideas session where she is Moderator for Ghosts of Justice.
  • Social media presence is listed on her official site with links to Facebook, Instagram, and X (Twitter).

Stay connected for the latest on Piper Kerman’s appearances, talks, and book signings. Secure your seats early and join audiences across the country for thoughtful discussions on justice, storytelling, and social impact. For the most up-to-date information, visit her official profiles and event pages.

Upcoming appearances
Sept 25, 2025 — Deese-Knight Lectureship, American University, Washington, DC
May 31–June 1, 2025 — Bay Area Book Festival, Berkeley, CA (Moderator for Ghosts of Justice)

Explore engaging discussions in venues across the United States, from colleges to literary festivals. We’ll help you secure your seats with clear details about each event, including venue information, dates, and how to participate in Q&As or book-signings.

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