Matthew Collins is a full-time single parent who makes a living writing and talking about travel and being a dad. He also gives motivational presentations to corporations and schools.
Matthew has huge TV and media experience having presented on The Travel Show, Wogan, Well Worth a Visit and the sixth form quiz show Paperchase (plus other programmes) and written for most national newspapers. His talks are informative and his informal, highly entertaining style always makes them great fun to listen to.
School titles include Enjoying Your Writing, How Books Are Made, Working in the Media and Reaching for the Stars. Suitable audiences range from Year 6 to Sixth Form and students come away informed and inspired. Presentations can be tailored for all occasions - from World Book Day (6th March 2008) to Achievement Award Ceremonies. Prices are reasonable and available on request.
On the corporate circuit recent talk titles include: What Are Fathers For in the 21st Century? and How to Balance Work with Being a Great Dad. Speeches are suitable for occasions ranging from conferences to corporate dinners.
Matthew has written three books (Ten Years of Trips for The Travel Show, Across America with the Boys and Across Canada with the Boys and Three Grannies). He has also contributed to a guide book on Spain and written mini guides for brochures and consumer publications. His new title Beyond Orlando with the Busking Boys will be available later in the year.