
About the Author
Michele Leathers is a passionate writer of young adult thrillers. Her stories often explore the themes of courage, resilience, friendship, romance, and a heavy dose of thrilling adventure. With every book, she strives to take readers on a journey filled with suspense and unexpected twists.
Michele’s novels have climbed to the top of Amazon bestseller lists. They are fast-paced and full of jaw-dropping twists that will keep readers guessing till the end.
Michele received a Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy from North Carolina State University and is a full time writer. She’s not ashamed to admit that she’s addicted to Diet Pepsi, chocolate, and writing. She’s a shrewd observer of people, always looking for ideas and inspiration for her books.
The Thrill of Storytelling
Key Moments in My Writing Journey
Follow my timeline to see the pivotal moments that have shaped my career as an author. Each event marks a step in my journey, filled with challenges and triumphs that continue to inspire my writing.
May 2012
Began writing full time. Joined a local writers critique group
May 2015
Completed the first draft of my first book. Began looking for an agent
August 2019
Self-Published my first book, co-authored with my husband
January 2021
Published They All Had a Reason - the first book in a 9 book series
May 2025
Signed a deal with Sourcebooks
Thrilling Reads Await
What Readers Are Saying About My Stories
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