The Over Caffeinated Writer

Welcome

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Writer, Gothicist, Creative

Helping ambitious and over-caffeinated thinkers turn their obsessions into stories and scholarship rooted in art, and literature.

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  • Leigh helped me a lot with editing my stories I've been working with Leigh for about 2 months now. We've been working on my short stories. She helped me a lot with general grammar and the structure of my stories. I also feel more confident now and understand better my strong points and weaknesses as a writer.

    —Eliza, 9 lessons with Leigh

  • Leigh is an excellent tutor, very kind, warm, and professional. My daughter is very happy with her guidance and support. We truly appreciate her dedication and highly recommend her.

    —Gerardo , 6 lessons with Leigh

  • Leigh did a great job helping me construct my personal statement. By the second meeting, she’s helped me draft an essay and helped me feel confident in my writing. Leigh offers strong, honest feedback and constructive advice.

    —Sumaira, 10 lessons with Leigh

  • Leigh helped me add to and strengthen my college admissions essay. Her insights were very valuable and I feel much better about my essay!

    —Eleanor, 2 lessons with Leigh

  • She is Knowledgeable and professional .. My son was struggling with the college essay, so she helped him arrange it.Thank you so much for making this easier for him . I will definitely recommend her.

    —Ahouf, 1 lesson with Leighere

Meet Your Instructors

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Lets connect

@Theovercaffeinatedwriter On Instagram, and TikTok, I create educational, empowering, and creatively-driven content centered on my life as a writer, scholar, and creative entrepreneur. Through the lens of Folkloristics, academia, and the writing life, I aim to inspire and support fellow writers and late-blooming scholars as they pursue their own paths in publishing, research, and creative reinvention.

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Curious about what I’ve been up to lately? Check out my latest video for a glimpse into my creative life, strong coffee, and the slow magic of showing up. If you enjoy it, head over to my YouTube channel as I share more honest moments, behind-the-scenes stories, and cozy inspiration for writers and thinkers alike. I’d love to have you there subscribe and stay awhile.

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Lets Work Together

Ready to bring your writing to life? I can help. Whether you’re working on your first novel, polishing a short story, or staring down a blank page. As a fellow writer, editor, and creative I help storytellers build confidence, clarity, and creative momentum. With years of experience across academic, creative, and professional writing, I meet you exactly where you are. My approach blends deep listening, intuitive feedback, and practical tools to help you move from “stuck” to published.

FAQs

  • Whether you’re a first-time novelist, an academic-turned-author, or someone reigniting your creative spark after years away from writing, this space was designed for you. My tools, content, and resources are built to support writers who crave structure and inspiration.

  • Yes! I offer tailored support through editing, writing strategy sessions, and custom Notion templates. If you need something unique for your workflow, feel free to reach out—I love helping writers build systems that actually work for them.

  • I’m here to help writers organize their creative chaos, build sustainable writing routines, and feel less alone in the process. Whether you need editing, story development, or a creative sounding board, my services are designed to meet you where you are and grow with you. You can reach out directly to start a conversation about how I can help you.

  • It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

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