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PROFESSIONAL WRITING

My writing is lively, insightful and well-researched. I breathe life into my stories through interesting anecdotes, finely tuned metaphors and thoughtful dialogue. I allow the reader to "step into my shoes" through vivid details and an in-the-moment style. And, having worn an editor's shoes, I thoroughly understand the need for stories to be accurate, timely and targeted.

Publications carrying my stories include Alaska Airlines Magazine, AAA Journey, AAA Going Places, Horizon Air Magazine, Seattle Woman Magazine and Sea Kayaker Magazine, as well as GoWorldTravel.com.

EXPERT EDITING

With more than a decade of professional experience as a copy editor and managing editor at in-flight and travel magazines, I have a thorough understanding of what it takes to produce finely honed, accurate, appropriate text for a variety of publications. Communication is key to any publishing project, and my clients agree that I'm easy to work with and a strong communicator.

I am the editor of the guidebook Wanderlust and Lipstick: The Essential Guide for Women Traveling Solo, by Globe Trekker Press (2007).

DETAILED  RESEARCH

I have a reputation for thorough research, and am meticulous about crafting pieces with accurate, up-to-date information. I was recently the sole researcher for Michelin Green Guide: British Columbia & the Rockies, published December 2008.

SKILLFUL PHOTOGRAPHY

My photographs have been published in newspapers, magazines and books, as well as online, in forums ranging from the Los Angeles Times to Lexus's website, Lexus.com. My strengths include solid composition and an eye for detail, as well as striking imagery. For a quick glance at my photography, please see the images at the top of each of my web pages, and be sure to visit my photo gallery.
Leslie Forsberg
Freelance Writer and Editor
"Your writing is elegant, beautiful...you truly are a master of words, and almost like a songwriter when you put them together. Unlike most writers, who just clump together a bunch of adjectives hoping the audience
will get the picture, you so precisely construct a clear visual picture in the reader's head, it almost transports them to the spot you are writing about. When I read what you've written, I feel like I've read words ever-so-gently chosen, and then delicately pressed and formed together into what becomes a stunning sculpture."
— Nicole Meoli, editor
Journey Magazine
My first book is now available in bookstores and online!

Wanderlust and Lipstick: Traveling with Kids is a guidebook that's filled with helpful, practical advice with plenty of colorful stories by scores of world-traveling moms as well as myself!
WELCOME TO MY WEBSITE!

I'm a Seattle-based freelance writer, editor and photographer specializing in travel, sustainable lifestyles, natural foods and outdoor recreation.
"I LOVE your story. (Way) on deadline, well-written and fun, entertaining and informative. Great job! "
-Karen Eakins
Features Editor
Home & Away Magazine
What's New:

I'm currently writing a new travel guidebook, the Moon Pacific Northwest Handbook, to be published by Avalon Travel, publisher of more than 140 independent travel guides. The guide will cover Washington, Oregon and British Columbia.