Mark Malatesta Interview with Story Consultant Leslie Lehr

Headshot photo of former literary agent Mark Malatesta wearing glasses

During this interview with former literary agent Mark Malatesta, prize-winning author, essayist, and Story Consultant Leslie Lehr discusses her work. This interview, available as text and audio (click here to listen to the audio recording) shares Leslie’s advice for authors of all genres. Leslie also explains which types of authors she’s most passionate about helping,…

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