About Leigh

Jan 9, 2018

What does having a writing life mean to you? To me, it means writing what I want to write, spending time with my family and connecting with my online writing community. How can I help you create yours? Getting past fear is easier said than done. I know it feels safer...
Reliable Sources: A 13-Step Guide to Dodging Bullshit

Reliable Sources: A 13-Step Guide to Dodging Bullshit

Jun 1, 2017 | Writing

The Twin Towers dropped in a massive brooding cloud of dust over New York City. As the scorched remains rained down on the roof of our building, I picked up a burnt piece. It looked like it was once a contract of some kind.  A surprisingly mundane detail of...
10 personal essays that will teach you how to write

10 personal essays that will teach you how to write

Mar 9, 2017 | Writing

“How do you learn to write?” It’s a question I ask myself often, particularly when teaching writing classes. Hanif Kureishi, author of Buddha in Suburbia and a creative writing instructor, says you can’t. Does he think the same when it comes to...
7 Ways to Outline Your Book and What To Do When You Get Stuck

7 Ways to Outline Your Book and What To Do When You Get Stuck

Oct 11, 2016 | Writing

To outline or not to outline? Is there something horribly wrong with you for not using them? Are you stuffing your beautiful creativity into a sausage casing with that outline? New York Book Editors say throw them out. Outlines quash you. While Derek Murphy, founder...
Are you ready to change your life and write your dreams?

Are you ready to change your life and write your dreams?

Sep 19, 2016 | Writing

I fell in love with San Juan del Sur the moment I arrived and saw the beach. So calm and peaceful! And the Mango Rosa resort? Gorgeous! Even better than what I imagined! Huge bungalows with bright red wildflowers decorating white bed linens. Rock paths lead from pool...