![](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60ca57b8022b1d2c29c6b2b9/ec34a6b1-1ee9-4ce6-bd40-a0fabd78fb66/10.23+Group+Photo+with+Rebecca.jpeg)
Meet Our Speakers
We live in a city full of fascinating writers and everyday Chicagoans–and we’re lucky they love Read & Run Chicago.
After our running routes, readers and runners get exclusive opportunities to meet with some of these Chicagoland authors, local experts, and organizations making an impact. These speakers and organizations compliment our guides’ programs and provide additional education on the story.
Who We've Featured
-
Tracy Baim
JOURNALIST & ACTIVIST
-
Dan Duster
GREAT-GRANDSON OF IDA B. WELLS
-
Deena Kastor
AMERICAN LONG DISTANCE RUNNER
-
Claire Lombardo
AUTHOR
-
Rebecca Makkai
AUTHOR
-
Ann Napolitano
AUTHOR
-
Arionne Nettles
AUTHOR
-
Erika L. Sanchez
AUTHOR
-
Sherman "Dilla" Thomas
THE TIKTOK HISTORIAN
-
Dawn Turner
AUTHOR
-
Toya Wolfe
AUTHOR