Penguin Random House, author portrait placeholder image

Vinca Showalter

Vinca Showalter, now Vinca LaFleur, is a professional speechwriter. She wrote for former Secretary of State Warren Christopher and former President Bill Clinton. Since leaving the White House LaFleur has written and edited speeches, articles, books, and reports for top corporate executives, current and former senior government officials, royalty, and prominent public figures in fields from entertainment to philanthropy. She and her husband, scientist David LaFleur, live in Washington with their two children.

Get Inspired! Books for After-School Clubs & Activities

Coordinating after-school clubs and activities in your school community? Explore our collection of books that will help students discover their passion for new (and screen-free!) hobbies. Focusing on topics such as art, board games, crafting, cooking, nature, sports, and more—these books are bound to spark imagination and movement. Browse the middle school and high school

Read more