CHARLOTTE, NC - Speaking at the Christian Book Lover's Retreat (CBLR) - October 3, 2024
2024-10-03 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Hilton Airport Suites Hotel, 2800 Coliseum Centre Drive, Charlotte, NC, 28217, United States
CHRISTIAN BOOK LOVER’S RETREAT (CBLR) – October 3, 2024

Faith. Fun. Fellowship…and a whole lot of books!

Fireside Chat:

Thursday, October 3, 2024
HOW I DISCOVERED MY TRUE CALLING AND PURPOSE AND HOW OTHER WOMEN CAN DO THE SAME

Kimberla will be speaking and signing copies of her nonfiction book, The Woman God Created You to Be: Finding Success Through Faith—Spiritually, Personally, and Professionally, as well as some of her other titles.

So please join Kimberla, at the Christian Book Lover’s Retreat, along with lots and lots of amazing authors, speakers, book clubs, and readers in Charlotte, NC!

To register, please visit:
http://www.christianbookloversretreat.com/
Location:
Hilton Airport Suites Hotel
2800 Coliseum Centre Drive
Charlotte, NC 28217

To order your copy of The Woman God Created You to Be: Finding Success Through Faith–Spiritually, Personally, and Professionally, please visit:
https://kimroby.com/bookpage_thewomangodcreatedyoutobe/

CLEVELAND, OH - Speaking at the Great Lakes African American Writers Conference - Saturday, October 5, 2024
2024-10-05 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Cleveland Public Library – Lakeshore Branch, 17133 Lakeshore Boulevard, Cleveland, OH, 44110, United States
Great Lakes African American Writers Conference – October 10, 2024

Hosted by GLAAWC
Kimberla will serve as the Langston Hughes Keynote Speaker with a Q & A Session to follow.

She will also be signing copies of her book, The Woman God Created You to Be: Finding Success Through Faith—Spiritually, Personally, and Professionally, as well as some of her other titles.

Location: Cleveland Public Library – Lakeshore Branch

https://www.glaawc.us/

www.kimroby.com/speaking

CINCINNATI, OH - Speaking at The Fire Conference - Rekindling Your Passion & Walking In Purpose - Thursday, October 10, 2024
2024-10-10 00:00 - 2024-10-13 00:00 (America/Chicago) | GA
THE FIRE CONFERENCE – October 10, 2024

Hosted by BTS RISE
Kimberla will serve as the afternoon Keynote Speaker, and she will be speaking about her personal journey of Spirituality and Authenticity.

She will also be signing copies of her book, The Woman God Created You to Be: Finding Success Through Faith—Spiritually, Personally, and Professionally, as well as some of her other titles.

To register, please visit: https://www.thefireconference.com/events/fire-conference .

To order your copy of The Woman God Created You to Be: Finding Success Through Faith–Spiritually, Personally, and Professionally, please visit:

https://kimroby.com/bookpage_thewomangodcreatedyoutobe/.

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Speaking at First Baptist Church North Indianapolis Women's Day Luncheon - Saturday, October 19, 2024
2024-10-19 11:00 - 2024-10-20 11:00 (America/Chicago) | First Baptist Church North Indianapolis, 880 West 28th Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46208, United States
Celebrating Women’s Day Weekend – Saturday & Sunday, October 19-20, 2024

During the luncheon on Saturday, October 19, 2024, Kimberla will serve as the Guest Speaker, and this year’s Women’s Day theme is, “Are You Dressed for The Battle?” — Ephesians 6:10-18

Hosted by: First Baptist Church North Indianapolis Women’s Ministry

Kimberla will also be signing copies of her book, The Woman God Created You to Be: Finding Success Through Faith—Spiritually, Personally, and Professionally, on Saturday at the luncheon and also after morning service on Sunday, October 20, 2024.

Church Email Address: FirstBaptistIndy@gmail.com

Pastor: Ivan D. Hicks, Ph.D
First Lady and Women’s Day Co-Chair: Mrs. Christia Hicks
Women’s Day Co-Chair: Minister Marie Highbaugh

Copies of the book will be available for purchase or to order copies online, please visit:

https://kimroby.com/bookpage_thewomangodcreatedyoutobe/.

VIRTUAL EVENT - An Evening with Kimberla Lawson Roby - Baltimore County Public Library - Monday, March 10, 2025
2025-03-10 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Event
Baltimore County Public Library Virtual Event – March 10, 2025
An Evening with Kimberla Lawson Roby
Book Lovers Bash – An Annual Celebration of Authors, Books, Readers, and Reading!
7:00 PM EST / 6:00 PM CST
Hosted by Baltimore County Public Library
Kimberla will be in conversation with , Sonia Alcantara-Antoine, CEO of Baltimore County Public Library!

To register, please visit: https://events.bcpl.info/event/12915554.

PRINCESS ANNE, MD - Keynote Speaker at University of Maryland Eastern Shore - Women's History Month Luncheon - Thursday, March 27, 2025
2025-03-27 11:00 (America/Chicago) | University of Maryland Eastern Shore, 11868 College Backbone Road, Princess Anne, MD, 21853, United States
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND EASTERN SHORE – WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH LUNCHEON – March 27, 2025

Kimberla will serve as the luncheon Keynote Speaker.

ROCKFORD, IL - Keynote Speaker for The Woman Who Lead Gala - A Black Tie Event - Saturday, March 29, 2025
2025-03-29 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Cliffbreakers Riverside Hotel & Conference Center, 700 W. Riverside Boulevard, Rockford, IL, 61103, United States
THE WOMEN WHO LEAD GALA – A BLACK TIE EVENT – March 29, 2025

Hosted by Women & Wealth
Kimberla will serve as the evening Keynote Speaker.

To register, please visit: https://www.womenandwealth.org/gala2025.

SEDONA, AZ - Keynote Speaker at Vibe Fest 2025 hosted by Paradise + Vibe - Sunday - Wednesday, August 24 - 27, 2025!
2025-08-24 - 2025-08-27 | Sedona, AZ
VIBE FEST 2025 hosted by Paradise + Vibe – August 24 – 27, 2025!

Kimberla will serve as a retreat Keynote Speaker.

You also don’t want to miss hearing Issa Rae’s keynote session either, so please join Kimberla and all the other amazing women who will be attending this awesome retreat!
To register, please visit: https://paradiseandvibe.com/vibe-fest-interest/.

TARRANT, AL (Birmingham Area) - Keynote Speaker at First Missionary Baptist Church East Boyles - Annual Scholarship Fundraiser - Saturday, October 4, 2025
2025-10-04 10:00 (America/Chicago) | First Missionary Baptist Church East Boyles, 318 Jefferson Boulevard, Tarrant, AL, 35217
Annual Scholarship Fundraiser at First Missionary Baptist Church East Boyles – Saturday October 4, 2025
During the fundraiser event on Saturday, October 4, 2025, Kimberla will serve as the Keynote Speaker.

Hosted by: First Missionary Baptist Church East Boyles Scholarship Committee
Director: Donna Carmichael
Committee Contact: Arnena Burnell Thomas
Kimberla will also be signing copies of her book, The Woman God Created You to Be: Finding Success Through Faith—Spiritually, Personally, and Professionally, on Saturday.
Copies of the book will be available for purchase.

To register, please visit:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfesfGxsIIPN5MDnAxXdyNEPmoi-TDI6nA6y-Jx9GIlxI5O5Q/viewform
http://www.kimroby.com

DALLAS, TX - Honoree at 4th Annual Cheryl Magazine Women of Influence Awards - Friday, March 20, 2026
2026-03-20 11:30 (America/Chicago) | The Statler Dallas, 1914 Commerce Street, Dallas, TX, 75201
4th ANNUAL CHERYL MAGAZINE WOMEN OF INFLUENCE AWARDS – Friday, March 20, 2026

Location:
The Statler Dallas
1914 Commerce Street
Dallas, TX 75201
To register, please visit:
https://brushfire.com/cherylmagazine/conference/604593/details
Kimberla, alongside some truly incredible women, will be honored at the luncheon.
www.kimroby.com

AUGUSTA, GA - Featured Speaker at Beulah Grove Baptist Church - Women's Weekend - Saturday, March 28, 2026 @ 9 AM
2026-03-28 09:00 (America/New_York) | Beulah Grove Baptist Church, 1434 Poplar Street, Augusta, GA, 30901
Women’s Weekend at Beulah Grove Baptist Church – Saturday, March 28, 2026 @ 9 AM
Women Celebrating Life
Theme: “GOD’S LOVE FOR HIS STRONG WOMEN OF VALOR”
During the event, Kimberla will serve as the Featured Speaker, and she will be in conversation with First Lady, Dr. Chaundra Creekmur, who will be moderating their fireside chat.

Hosted by: Beulah Grove Baptist Church, 1434 Poplar Street, Augusta, GA 30901
Kimberla will also be signing copies of her book, The Woman God Created You to Be: Finding Success Through Faith—Spiritually, Personally, and Professionally, the Companion Workbook & Discussion Guide, and other titles, so please be sure to order copies of the The Woman God Created You to Be and/or the Companion Workbook as soon as possible, so you can bring them with you to the event (Please check with your local bookstore, but if they do not have copies in stock, Amazon will usually deliver them to you within 3 days).
Ticket Cost is $35, and lunch is included.
To register, please visit:
https://www.beulahgrove.org/

KANSAS CITY, MO - Keynote Speaker at Kept Woman of God Conference - Friday & Saturday, April 10-11, 2026
2026-04-10 00:00 - 2026-04-11 00:00 (America/Chicago) | GA
KEPT WOMAN OF GOD CONFERENCE – Friday & Saturday, April 10-11, 2026
Theme: The Great Balancing Act 2.0
Host: Rochinda Pickens
Location:
Kansas City, MO
To register, please visit:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/kept-woman-of-god-great-balancing-act–20
Kimberla will be speaking and signing copies of her book, The Woman God Created You to Be: Finding Success Through Faith – Spiritually, Personally, and Professionally and the Companion Workbook & Discussion Guide.
www.kimroby.com

COVINGTON, GA (Atlanta Area) - Becoming the Woman God Created You to Be - THE LIVE EXPERIENCE - Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 10 AM
2026-04-25 09:00 (America/New_York) | Salem Camp Grounds – Gymnasium, 3962 Salem Road, Covington, GA, 30901
Becoming the Woman God Created You to Be — THE LIVE EXPERIENCE — Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 10 AM EST
During the event, New York Times Bestselling Author & Speaker, Kimberla will serve as the Featured Speaker, and she will be in conversation with First Lady, Kelli Bullard, who will be moderating their fireside chat.

Hosted by: Community Fellowship Baptist Church Women’s Ministry
Location: Salem Camp Grounds – Gymnasium, 3962 Salem Road, Covington, GA 30016

Kimberla will also be signing copies of her book, The Woman God Created You to Be: Finding Success Through Faith—Spiritually, Personally, and Professionally, the Companion Workbook & Discussion Guide, so please be sure to order copies of the The Woman God Created You to Be and/or the Companion Workbook as soon as possible, so you can bring them with you to the event (Please check with your favorite local bookstore, but if they do not have copies in stock, Amazon will usually deliver them to you within 3 days). Also, please note, for VIP registrants, the book and companion workbook are included in your ticket price.

Ticket Cost:
$35 for General Admission.
$50 for VIP Admission. VIP Admission includes a copy of the book & companion workbook, and an intimate Q & A session with Kimberla from 9 AM – 9:45 AM.

To register, please visit:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1lw4sxEnLpVKLKyxEMRWK5bdk9jiXl2D-3I-0ZsDmgFE

ATLANTA, GA - Keynote Panelist at Black Romance Book Fest - May 29 - 31, 2026
2026-05-29 00:00 - 2026-05-31 00:00 (America/Chicago) | Omni Hotel Centennial Park
BLACK ROMANCE BOOK FEST – May 29 – 31, 2026

Kimberla will serve as a keynote panelist and will also be signing copies of her books.
So please join Kimberla, lots of amazing authors, book clubs, and readers in Atlanta, GA!
This event is sold out.
To pre-0rder The Woman God Created You to Be: Finding Success Through Faith–Spiritually, Personally, and Professionally and the Companion Workbook & Discussion Guide, please place your order by Thursday, April 23, 2026. All sales are final and nonrefundable, and you may pick up your books during Kimberla’s designated signing times during the event on Saturday or Sunday.

Saturday Signing
9:00 AM – 11:50 AM
Grand Ballroom — Table #60

Saturday Keynote Panel
2:00 PM – 2:50 PM
International Ballroom DEF
“Appealing to Generations and
Writing through Change”

Sunday Signing
2:00 PM – 4:50 PM
Grand Ballroom — Table #60

ATLANTA, GA - Speaker at the National Book Club Conference - July 31 - August 2, 2026
2026-07-31 00:00 - 2026-08-02 00:00 (America/Chicago) | The Westin Buckhead Atlanta, 3391 Peachtree Road, N.E., Atlanta, GA, 30326, United States
NATIONAL BOOK CLUB CONFERENCE – July 31 – August 2, 2026

Kimberla will be speaking and signing copies of her nonfiction book, companion workbook & discussion guide, and her novels (please see below).

The Woman God Created You to Be: Finding Success Through Faith—Spiritually, Personally, and Professionally
The Woman God Created You to Be: Companion Workbook & Discussion Guide
Titles of Novels that will be available to be announced.

So please join Kimberla, lots of amazing authors, book clubs, and readers in Atlanta, GA!
To register, please visit:
http://www.nationalbookclubconference.com/
Location:
The Westin Buckhead Atlanta
3391 Peachtree Road, N.E.
Atlanta, GA 30326
www.kimroby.com/books
