Christian Author & Motivational Speaker; Texas Secondary Teacher of the Year Award Recipient; Host of "The Keep Writing Podcast"

Dallas, TX, USA
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Nika Maples Biography

Nika Maples is a Texas-based author, motivational speaker, and writing coach known for her work in Christian writing, resilience, and personal development. Diagnosed with lupus at age 12, Maples experienced a significant health crisis during college when a lupus-induced stroke resulted in quadriplegia and loss of speech, swallowing, and blinking abilities. While in intensive care, physicians informed her family that she had as little as 48 hours to live. Maples later returned to her college campus on her own, demonstrating a commitment to recovery and perseverance.

Maples began her career as a public high school English teacher, teaching for 10 years and earning the Texas Secondary Teacher of the Year Award. She was recognized at the Texas Capitol with House and Senate resolutions for her contributions to education. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes that educators, like academic physicians, should never give up on a student, regardless of the challenges faced.

Maples holds a Bachelor of Science in mass communications from Texas Wesleyan University and a Master of Arts in English education from Teachers College, Columbia University. Her written work includes memoir, devotional, and inspirational nonfiction. Her memoir, "Twelve Clean Pages," details her experiences living with lupus. In "Hunting Hope: Dig Through the Darkness to Find the Light," Maples explores overcoming adversity, while "Everyday Genesis: Inviting God to Re-Create You" addresses themes of renewal and purpose. As the author of five books, Maples focuses on helping Christian writers complete, publish, and market their books.

Maples delivered a TEDx Talk at Abilene Christian University as part of the (re)think speaker series, discussing her journey with lupus and recovery from a brainstem stroke. She shares her message with education, business, and church groups, offering insights on hope, endurance, and faith. Maples coaches writers through "The Keep Writing Course" and hosts "The Keep Writing Podcast," available on Apple Music. Her work centers on perseverance, Christian writing, and supporting others in overcoming obstacles to achieve their goals.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/30/2026.

Nika Maples Speaking Topics

  • STUDENT UNDER CONSTRUCTION: BUILDING ACADEMICS UPON A FOUNDATION OF CHARACTER

    Encouraging teachers and parents to focus on honor as an entryway to academics, Nika outlines the tenants of good character. “Strong character and a sense of self uplift the human spirit. We must emphasize integrity. Integrity will take kids where they need to go. By upholding lives of virtue ourselves, by maintaining personal and professional standards, we illustrate the manner in which success is achieved. Not through the back door, but through the front.”

  • MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU: ENGAGING THE MYSTERY OF STUDENT MOTIVATION

    Through a workshop format that is ideal for professional development, Nika opens the door of her classroom via photographs and videos of her students at work and play. Participants engage in small groups and walk away with new ideas to add excitement and interest to their lessons. “Students come to us with all kinds of wounds, some potentially fatal to their success. Our classrooms are intensive care units, and we are the academic physicians. We must never remove educational life support. We must never give up or stop caring. Without the component of caring, a classroom is just a room. Without the component of caring, a teacher is just a bystander. For a few students, one dedicated teacher can mean the difference between a lifetime of paralysis or truly moving forward.”

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Nika Maples Videos

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The Secret to Unlocking True Happiness

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Nika Maples is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as STUDENT UNDER CONSTRUCTION: BUILDING ACADEMICS UPON A FOUNDATION OF CHARACTER, MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU: ENGAGING THE MYSTERY OF STUDENT MOTIVATION, A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD: WORKING TOGETHER TO MAKE WORK BETTER, THE RICOCHET: WAITING FOR A GOOD RETURN and LAUGHTER IS THE BEST MEDICINE: LEARNING TO USE LIFE’S MOST POWERFUL TOOL. The estimated speaking fee range to book Nika Maples for your event is available upon request. Nika Maples generally travels from Dallas, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jon Bergmann, Chris Herren, Antomius Wise, Holly Lane and Phillip Campbell. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Nika Maples for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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